Flow

What’s it about?

Cat, a solitary animal, must collaborate with other species on a boat to find refuge after a great flood destroys their home.

The facts 

• Directed by Gints Zilbalodis
• Silent film (no dialogue)
• Runtime: 85 minutes
• Winner of Best Motion Picture – Animated at the Golden Globes 2025

Why did it get this rating? 

This film game was cross-rated by the Film and Video Labelling Body. You can find out more about cross-rating here.

Scary and sad scenes 

The film has some scenes that may be upsetting for very young children, however the animated style and lack of dialogue helps to lessen the overall effect of these moments. The main character and other animals fight to survive after their home is swept away by a flood, and in one scene they must survive a rising tide. 

There is also an instance of near drowning, an animal stampede, and some low-level fighting between animals. 

One dream -like sequence implies that an animal mayt have died, however it is mostly left to the viewers’ interpretation and is likely to go over the heads of young children.

When content stays with you: 

We all have our boundaries, and it’s completely okay if something you’ve watched is weighing on your mind. If certain content lingers with you, consider having a chat with friends or whānau to debrief about what you’ve just seen. But if you’re still feeling affected, please reach out to any of the following helplines for support.  

• 1737
• Safe to talk
• Lifeline
• Youthline

Further information 

• Why are ratings and content warnings important for me and my whānau?
• The ‘Bluey’ parenting hack (Blog)
• Golden Globes 2025 winners confirmed: Full list of nominations and wins (RadioTimes.com article)