The movie “The Idea of You,” adapted from Robinne Lee’s novel, features Anne Hathaway as a 40-year-old mother falling for a 24-year-old boy band star, played by Nicholas Galitzine. Despite its romantic theme, the movie has been rated R, sparking curiosity about its content.
Exploring the R-Rating:
While some might anticipate steamy scenes as typical of an R-rated film, “The Idea of You” surprises with its mix of explicit language and intimate moments. The use of the F-bomb and other strong language contributes to its rating. Although the film doesn’t reach the explicitness of some R-rated classics, it doesn’t shy away from passionate exchanges between the characters.
The first kiss occurs nearly halfway through the movie, with the steaminess escalating when Solène visits Hayes in New York. This scene, though not visually graphic, adds to the film’s natural intensity.
Despite the R-rating, “The Idea of You” isn’t excessively explicit. While it hints at sexual encounters and features a notable scene, it stops short of full nudity and explicit visuals.
Family Suitability:
Considering its content, “The Idea of You” isn’t recommended for family viewing. While it’s less explicit than anticipated, it’s still aimed at mature audiences, with Common Sense Media suggesting a minimum age of 15.
Anne Hathaway, in discussing the film’s target audience, likened it to “Top Gun Maverick” for women in their 40s. Despite its romantic tension, it doesn’t cross into explicit territory, making it less provocative than other recent releases.
Compared to films like “No Hard Feelings” and “Anyone But You,” which feature more explicit content, “The Idea of You” remains relatively restrained. As it’s now available for streaming, viewers can expect an engaging romantic story without excessive explicitness, while still deserving of its R-rating.
“The Idea of You” is currently streaming on Prime Video.
