Because sensitivities can vary widely based on individual experiences, Cornell Cinema does not typically provide content advisories around potentially triggering content or subject matter. We encourage you to evaluate the content and age-appropriateness of specific titles by reviewing the film descriptions, trailers, and links provided on our website and taking advantage of other available online resources.
Recommended resources include:
The Motion Picture Association of America has a website directory dedicated to movies reviewed and rated by the Classification and Rating Administration (CARA). They aim to provide the tools to help viewers decide what movies are suitable for various age groups to watch.
Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.
IMDb is a popular source for movie, TV and celebrity content, where you can find ratings, reviews, and detailed information about movies, TV shows, and more. IMDb also offers a Parental Guide feature that expands upon provided MPA and Certification ratings.
Started in 2011 to help people avoid movies where a dog dies, DoesTheDogDie.com now tracks over 180 categories of “triggers”. The site aims to address an unmet need for very specific content warnings for all forms of entertainment. To date, DoesTheDogDie users have given over 10 million ratings across 16,000 movies, 4,000 TV shows, 1,800 books, and 1,700 video games.
Unconsenting Media is a non-profit organization with a database which aims to provide information about rape and sexual assault in TV and movies. They aim to support those who have experienced violations of their consent in making informed choices about the media they consume.
Social media sites like Rotten Tomatoes and Letterboxd also contain useful information about film content as well as reviews by both professional critics and public users.
Additional Resources
If you or someone you know needs someone to talk to, we encourage you to explore the Health and Safety Resources available through Cornell Health Services.
You don't have to be in crisis to take advantage of these opportunities to speak or chat with a trained professional or volunteer who can listen to your concerns and offer insight and advice.
For emergencies and urgent after-hours concerns, please contact Cornell’s Public Safety Communications Center (available 24/7) at 607-255-1111, or call 911.