Notting Hill

NZ release: 03 June 1999

Low level offensive language Rated on: 11 May 1999

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What’s it about?

A series of events leads to famous actress Anna Scott unexpectantly falling in love with William Thacker, a humble London Bookshop owner. However, their relationship is challenged by the pressures of fame, media scrutiny and personal insecurities.

The facts 

  • Directed by Roger Michell
  • Starring Julia Roberts (Pretty Woman) and Hugh Grant (Four Weddings and a Funeral).
  • English, Spanish, and French languages
  • Runtime: 124 minutes

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.

Sexual references

The film contains a few sexual references, mostly in the form of innuendos and humorous moments rather than explicit content. Sex is implied when two characters in bed naked together, but nothing is shown. An eccentric character grabs his crotch while posing in a mirror.

Offensive language

This film contains some mildly offensive language. The word “f*ck” is said twice, one of which is seen on a shirt, and there are some insults.

When content stays with you: 

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