Little Miss Sunshine

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟡 60/100
Total warning time: 3m 40s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 40/100 (1m 10s)
  • 🟡 40/100 [00:45:30 - 00:46:00] A character is seen reading a pornographic magazine.
  • 🟡 50/100 [01:15:20 - 01:16:00] A young girl performs a provocative dance routine in a beauty pageant.
Drug Use: 🔴 70/100 (1m 25s)
  • 🔴 80/100 [00:20:15 - 00:21:00] A character snorts heroin in a bathroom.
  • 🟡 50/100 [00:35:40 - 00:36:20] Characters discuss drug use and its consequences.
Violence: 🟡 30/100 (50s)
  • 🟢 20/100 [00:50:10 - 00:50:30] A character slams a door in frustration.
  • 🟡 30/100 [01:10:45 - 01:11:15] A brief verbal argument between family members.
Strong Language: 🟡 60/100 (15s)
  • 🔴 70/100 [00:15:25 - 00:15:30] Use of the word 'fuck' in a heated moment.
  • 🟡 50/100 [00:40:50 - 00:41:00] Multiple instances of mild cursing ('shit', 'damn').
Little Miss Sunshine
Year: 2006
Certificate: UA
Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama
IMDB: 7.8
Meta Score: 80
Votes: 439856
Gross: 59,891,098
Director: Jonathan Dayton
Stars: Valerie Faris, Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Greg Kinnear
Overview: A family determined to get their young daughter into the finals of a beauty pageant take a cross-country trip in their VW bus.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of Little Miss Sunshine (2006)?
A: Little Miss Sunshine follows the dysfunctional Hoover family as they embark on a road trip from New Mexico to California so that their young daughter, Olive, can compete in the Little Miss Sunshine beauty pageant. Along the way, the family faces numerous challenges that test their bonds and resilience.
Q: Who are the main cast members in Little Miss Sunshine?
A: The main cast includes Steve Carell as Frank Ginsberg, Toni Collette as Sheryl Hoover, Greg Kinnear as Richard Hoover, Abigail Breslin as Olive Hoover, Paul Dano as Dwayne Hoover, and Alan Arkin as Edwin Hoover.
Q: What awards did Little Miss Sunshine (2006) win?
A: Little Miss Sunshine won two Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor for Alan Arkin and Best Original Screenplay for Michael Arndt. The film was also nominated for Best Picture and Best Supporting Actress for Abigail Breslin.
Q: What is the significance of the yellow Volkswagen bus in the movie?
A: The yellow Volkswagen bus serves as a central symbol in the film, representing the Hoover family's journey—both literally and metaphorically. Its frequent breakdowns mirror the family's struggles, but their persistence in keeping it running reflects their determination to stay together and support Olive.
Q: How does the movie Little Miss Sunshine explore themes of family and individuality?
A: The film explores the themes of family and individuality by portraying each family member's personal struggles and dreams, while also showing how they come together to support Olive. Despite their differences and flaws, the Hoovers learn to embrace each other's uniqueness and find strength in their unity.