| nudity | This film's plot centers on the lead male protagonist's developing relationship with another male. The film depicts, in detail, the doubts and insecurities of the protagonist as he struggles to ascertain if there is any reciprocity of feelings, as well as the excitement that emanates from him whenever his love interest is nearby. In another scene, Gabriel is shown stealing surreptitious glances at Leonardo who is taking a shower. The film culminates in both boys acknowledging their love for each other, and publicly sharing a romantic kiss and holding hands. The film also depicts the acceptance of their relationship by the lead's best friend, who is shown to be in love with the lead initially. In view that the film is mainly focused on the relationship between the two male leads, it is more appropriate and, henceforth, showing that stronger and more explicit portrayals and exploration of mature themes (i.e. homosexuality) are depicted. |
| profanity | The film also contains the use of expletives such as 'f**k' and its variants by characters out of anger. |
| frightening | 'The Way He Looks'(Hoje Eu Quero Voltar Sozinho) is a Portuguese language coming-of-age film about a visually impaired teenager, Leonardo, who develops romantic feelings for his new classmate, Gabriel. The film depicts Leonardos anxieties and inner turmoil as he tries to deal with the uncertainty of the budding romance, and the pressure of coming out with his sexuality. Recommended MPAA rating: PG-13 for mature thematic elements including teen sexuality, some teen partying and alcohol use, nudity and brief strong language |
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