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xxxHOLiC The Movie: A Midsummer Night's Dream

2008

Invited to a wealthy client's mansion, time-traveling witch Yuko and her companions arrive to find a group of collectors assembled to participate in a mysterious auction. And the mystery only deepens when the collectors go missing one by one. As more guests disappear and strange occurrences abound, Yuko and her friends realize they must solve the mystery before they vanish as well.

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? The film features mild supernatural violence, some unsettling imagery of spirits and disembodied parts, and themes of obsession and loss that may be intense for younger viewers. There is also moderate tension throughout. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5

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What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Themes of mortality and loss are central, with spirits that were once human.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Includes stylized imagery of spirits and occasionally blood-like substances, but avoids gratuitous detail.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild instances of name-calling or frustration common to character banter.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Incorporates Shinto and Buddhist cultural elements and folklore regarding spirits.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Implied lingering feelings and character dynamics, but no overt romantic plot.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

The isolated mansion, supernatural beings, uncanny transformations, and suspense create a consistently eerie atmosphere.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional suggestive posing or camera angles characteristic of the source material's style.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Yuko is frequently shown smoking a pipe. This is recurring tobacco use by an adult character, without evidence here of other substances or strong glamorization.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Contains supernatural scuffles, spirit manifestations, and a few sequences involving minor physical threats.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist must overcome personal fears to help others.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Surreal visual design, imaginative supernatural rules, and inventive mystery elements strongly encourage fantasy and imagination.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited in scope to the main cast of characters, typical of the series.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into Japanese folklore and aesthetic traditions.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters exhibit moments of care, despite the often cynical exterior of the protagonist.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores the consequences of greed and the value of one's actions and wishes.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Watanuki learns accountability and self-sacrifice throughout the film.

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