
Teens
Love and Death on Long Island
Best from age 14 · PG-13 · 1998 · 93 min
TeensBest from age 14 · PG-13 · 1998 · 93 min · Drama · Romance
Love and Death on Long Island
An aging, curmudgeonly writer, Giles De'Ath, accidentally discovers a teen idol in a silly comedy film and becomes infatuated. This unexpected obsession leads him on a journey of self-discovery, challenging his views on love, sexuality, and modern society. He grapples with his own desires while pursuing the young actor.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Mild1/10
Language
Mild2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Moderate3/10
Romance & sensuality
Moderate4/10
Scary moments
Mild1/10
Heads up
- Sexual themes and suggestive content
- Some mature discussion of sexuality
- Characters consume alcohol and smoke
Models well
- Self-discovery and personal growth
- Challenging societal norms
- Embracing new experiences
- The nature of obsession
Talk about it after
- Exploring unexpected infatuations
- Societal views on different types of love
- The impact of media and celebrity culture
- Self-acceptance and identity at any age
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