The Degenerates
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
In 1940s New York, a group of Jewish teenagers are sent to a reformatory for minor offenses. They must band together to survive the harsh conditions and the cruelty of the staff.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is depicted.
Physical abuse and harsh discipline are common within the reformatory.
Some mild profanity may be present from the teens.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The atmosphere is bleak and oppressive, but not scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The historical context of prejudice is explored.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe teens show courage in facing their difficult circumstances.
Faith is not a central theme, but resilience is.
Strong bonds of friendship and loyalty develop among the girls.
The focus is on survival and mutual support, not repentance.
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