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Abominable

2019

A group of misfits encounter a young Yeti named Everest, and they set off to reunite the magical creature with his family on the mountain of his namesake.

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy action, frightening creatures, dangerous escapes, and themes of parental loss may unsettle younger children, though violence is stylized and the story emphasizes friendship and family. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

There may be ordinary branded or merchandise-related visibility, but the film is not substantially a sales-driven story.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is grieving the recent death of her father, which serves as a central emotional backdrop.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Contains very mild insults or teasing between friends.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romantic relationships are not a meaningful part of the story.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Some scenes feature tense pursuits by villains, which may briefly startle younger or sensitive viewers.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Stylized fantasy peril includes captures, chases, attacks, falls, and confrontations with the villain; serious injury is limited.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters repeatedly face danger and emotional pain to help Everest and reunite him with his family.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The imaginative yeti mythology, magical landscapes, music, and inventive problem-solving strongly encourage wonder and imagination.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Features a cast of diverse Chinese characters as leads, grounded in their cultural context.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers a glimpse into Chinese geography and culture, though primarily as a fantasy adventure.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Care, compassion, cooperation, and protecting a separated family are central to the protagonists' choices.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The film strongly supports friendship, loyalty, family bonds, protecting vulnerable beings, grieving honestly, and finding belonging.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The young protagonists show loyalty, empathy, persistence, and courage, though they sometimes act impulsively or break rules.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Abominable would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Abominable, and what caused that change?
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