Blue is the warmest colour: A nuanced exploration of first love

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In a year marked by controversy and debate over film ratings in mainstream American cinema, there are few movies that have polarized audiences quite like Blue is the Warmest Color. Directed by French filmmaker Abdellatif Kechiche, this highly anticipated coming-of-age drama tells the story of Adèle (played with raw talent by newcomer Léa Seydoux) as she navigates her first all-consuming love affair.

Set against a backdrop of 1980s France and based on graphic novelist Julie Maroh's semi-autobiographical work 'The Blue Hour', Kechiche masterfully crafts an unflinching yet tender portrayal of young adulthood. Through Adèle's eyes, we witness the intoxicating highs and devastating lows that accompany first love - from the early infatuation to heartbreak.

Blue is the warmest colour age rating

While some critics have argued for a higher rating due to its explicit content, Blue Is The Warmest Color was given an NC-17 by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) in 2013. This decision was largely influenced by several graphic sex scenes throughout which left little room for interpretation.

However, it is these very same scenes that have earned director Abdellatif Kechiche widespread critical acclaim. With his bold and unflinching approach to exploring themes such as lust, desire, and heartbreak head-on, Blue Is The Warmest Color has cemented its place alongside other classic coming-of-age movies like 'The Breakfast Club' (1985) directed by John Hughes.

Ultimately though it was not just Kechiche's vision that earned him widespread recognition. His nuanced direction coupled with outstanding performances from his cast - particularly Seydoux who delivers a tour de force performance as Adèle - makes Blue Is The Warmest Color an absolute must-watch for anyone looking to experience raw, honest cinema at its very best.

Blue is the warmest colour age rating

Rating: NC-17 (Strong Nudity/Suggestive Content/Some Violence)