Taxi Driver is a 1976 American neo-noir psychological thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese and written by Paul Schrader. The film stars Robert De Niro as Travis Bickle, a mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran who works as a taxi driver in New York City. Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd, Harvey Keitel, and Albert Brooks appear in supporting roles.
Taxi Driver was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $28 million against a production budget of $1.9 million. The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor for De Niro, and Best Original Screenplay. It won the Palme d'Or at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival.
Parents Guide: Taxi Driver is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for graphic violence, strong language, and sexual content. Some parents may also find the film's themes of mental illness and alienation to be disturbing for younger viewers. Below is some information parents should know before their children watch the movie.
Taxi Driver Parents Guide
Here are 10 important points about "Taxi Driver" Parents Guide:
- Rated R for violence, language, and sexual content
- Disturbing themes of mental illness and alienation
- Strong language and profanity
- Graphic violence, including shootings and stabbings
- Sexual content, including prostitution and nudity
- Not suitable for children under 17
- Parents should preview the film before allowing teens to watch
- Discuss the film's themes with your teens
- Be aware of the film's potential impact on sensitive viewers
- Consider the film's historical and cultural context
Please note: This guide is intended to provide parents with information about the content of Taxi Driver. Parents should use their own judgment to determine whether or not the film is appropriate for their children.