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Will

2012

Brennan is Liverpool's number one fan, able to recite facts ad infinitum about the club and at a public school in the south of England since his father Gareth is emotionally unable to care for him following the death of Will's mother. Gareth appears one day out of the blue with tickets for Liverpool's trip to the 2005 Champions League Final in Istanbul.

Ages 10+Source checked

Why this age? The film includes a parent’s death, grief, an orphaned child, bullying, travel peril and emotionally intense situations, but limited violence, sexuality and language. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age10+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Products & advertising2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

The film features football branding, particularly Liverpool FC and Champions League imagery.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The death of the boy’s father is central, with significant grief and emotional consequences.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language consistent with a family-friendly rating.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romance is not a focus of the plot.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some scenes depict characters in vulnerable, unfamiliar situations, but nothing intended to terrify.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Brief, incidental depictions of social drinking are present.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes minor scuffles, depictions of a war-torn environment, and brief physical tension during travel.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates significant personal courage in pursuing his journey.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination regarding travel and pursuing personal goals.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features an international journey with characters from various European backgrounds.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers a glimpse into the passionate world of European football culture.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

The story centers on help from strangers and the importance of empathy.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes perseverance, friendship, loyalty, accepting help and coping with grief without giving up.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows determination; his mentor figures show kindness and growth.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Will would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Will, and what caused that change?
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