Sing

NZ release: 21 December 2016

Suitable for general audiences Rated on: 21 December 2016

Sing

What’s it about?

In a city of animals, a theatre owner attempts to save his theatre with a singing competition that will forever change his and many others lives.

The facts

  • Directed by Garth Jennings and Christophe Lourdelet
  • English language
  • Runtime: 108 minutes
  • Starring voice acting by Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, and Taron Egerton
  • Animated film by Illumination Entertainment (Despicable Me, Minions)

Why did it get this rating?

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

Violence

The film contains low comedic violence. There are some scenes where characters find themselves in dangerous situations. No characters are harmed, and no serious injuries are shown.

A character is pursued by a gang of bears - very low level and brief.

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