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Tribeca 25

Parents guide · ClearAge age 12+ · Official PG-13

Movie 2026 52 min Documentary Checked by Dan S · 24 Sep 2026
Official Rating PG-13 ClearAge 12+

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What we flagged

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Violence
Mild
Frightening
Mild

Our take

A 52-minute documentary about how Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Festival after 9/11 to revive Lower Manhattan. It uses archival footage and interviews. Expect emotional 9/11 references and talk of tragedy and resilience, with no graphic violence on screen. Best for ages US PG-13 and up who can handle emotional 9/11 discussion.

Uplifting themes

Community, resilience and storytelling as civic renewal shine through De Niro, Rosenthal and festival artists model perseverance and service Strong history of the Tribeca Festival, 9/11 recovery and independent film

Story (may spoil tone)

25 years after 9/11, discover how Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal transformed an ambitious effort to revive Lower Manhattan into one of the world's leading cultural institutions. Through rare archival footage, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access, explore how art can foster community, confront injustice, and help shape culture.

What we flagged

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Violence
Mild
Frightening
Mild

Details

Violence Mild 9/11 attack references appear through archival news footage

9/11 attack references appear through archival news footage

Frightening Mild Archival disaster imagery and grief may unsettle sensitive viewers

Archival disaster imagery and grief may unsettle sensitive viewers

Mental health Mild Collective trauma and healing after 9/11 are central themes

Collective trauma and healing after 9/11 are central themes

Grief / bereavement Moderate Loss after 9/11 and rebuilding downtown Manhattan anchor the story

Loss after 9/11 and rebuilding downtown Manhattan anchor the story

Flashing lights We have not confirmed whether this version contains flashing lights.

We have not confirmed whether this version contains flashing lights.

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Talk after watching

  • How can art and festivals help communities heal after tragedy?
  • What did you learn about how Tribeca started?