While not shown, allusions to Sebastian's homosexuality are clearly understood. He is mentioned to have behaved immorally with young boys.

Catherine relates a memory of a date rape during which she lost her virginity.

While the act of cannibalism is not explicitly shown, it is narrated disturbingly and there is sound during the scene it takes place.

Some verbal references to cannibalism, nothing shown.

Some of the attitudes to mental illness, as well as being homosexual, are outdated and may upset younger viewers.

One use of hell.

Cigarette smoking is shown.

Several psychologically intense scenes with mature themes. A character is thought to be mad.