School Ties

Cast is mainly White men and boys, with female character purely as love interest. Film strongly advocates for freedom of religion, but the antisemitic views and language throughout -- including phrases like "I Jewed him down" to refer to bargaining, a swastika painted above Jewish character's bed, plus slurs like "hebe," "kike," and "sheeny" -- may be difficult to watch. The main Jewish character is a well-rounded positive role model. (He's played by Brendan Fraser, who isn't Jewish.) The "N" word is used by a bullying character who says, "He must be half ("N" word) -- he can really dance."

Fistfight turns into a brawl, including punches to the face, blood, hitting, kicking, and antisemitic verbal aggression, such as shouts of "get the Jew." Other physical tussles. Character jokingly says: "I'll use this razor to cut my throat." Teen is shown in distress on the floor and referred to as having a "nervous breakdown." Passing mention of suicide by hanging.

Occasional sexual references. Kiss on the cheek. Full nudity from behind while teen boys are showering.

Frequent language includes "bastard," "s--t," "holy s--t," "bulls--t," "pr--k," "cretin," "ass," "a--hole," "pissed," "hell," "butt," "son of a bitch," "t-t," "c--k," "screw you," "jerk," "runt," "goddamn," and "Jesus" as an exclamation. Antisemitic language includes "sheeny bastard," "hebe," "kike," "fink," and "dirty Jew." The "N" word is also used.

Teens and adults smoke cigarettes. Adults drink with dinner, and underage teens drink at a bar. Passing mention of a drinking problem, though not in reference to a main character.