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Child of Kamiari Month

2022

A year after losing her mother, a young girl learns that she must journey across Japan to the annual gathering of gods in the sacred land of Izumo.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Religious themes4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The central plot revolves around the protagonist's mother having passed away from an illness.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No detailed injuries or blood are shown.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language if any, appropriate for all ages.

Religious themes4/5
Why this rating?

Features Shinto deities and Japanese folklore mythology extensively.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Moderately scary fantasy peril includes a frightening cow-shaped god, demon imagery, distorted visions, an evil impostor, a wounded character, and a threatening typhoon.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes light fantasy battles and a character being wounded, but it is not graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Overcoming fear, grief, guilt, supernatural threats, and a dangerous journey is the central character arc.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The imaginative world of shrine deities, magical objects, talking animals, demons, time manipulation, and a mythic race strongly supports imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Set within a specific Japanese cultural context.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

The film introduces Japanese geography, shrines, seasonal traditions, and mythology, though education is secondary to the adventure.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Care for animals, friendship, emotional support, and helping others are important; characters protect one another during danger.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes facing grief, accepting loss, overcoming guilt, telling the truth, and finding purpose through connection and perseverance.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Kanna ultimately shows persistence and emotional growth; Shiro and Yasha offer loyalty and challenge her to confront painful feelings.

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