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PRODUCTION CONTENT GUIDE
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THE ASSIGNMENT by Terri Brabon
Contains strong language and references to teenage sex.
Recommended for Ages 13+
Strong Language
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use of words "bloody" "bitch" "shit" "fuck/fucking" "piss" "root" "slut" "mole"
Loud Noises
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Repeated use of a recorded sound of a school bell.
Strobe Lighting
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The use of strobe lighting is utilised in parts of the dance sequences.
Mature Themes
Sexual references
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use of sexually suggestive phrases used by teenagers eg. "go all the way"
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reference of underage sex and sex with a minor.
Teenage Pregnancy
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a major character's storyline is that she falls pregnant.
References and depictions of alcohol use
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"Michelle" and "Kim" drink a small container of alcohol while on a school hike.
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"Michelle" and "Kim" discuss a previous event where "Kim" drank so much she had to have her stomach pumped. This is only referenced; not staged.
Descriptions of attempted abortion
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"Jamie" suggests she attempted to get an abortion. This is only referenced; not staged.
Some seriously bad dance moves
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We've all seen them (we've all done them) and this show has them all!!