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Deep Sea

2023

Shenxiu has felt a deep sadness since her mother left. A storm plunges her into a dreamlike world of swirling colour. Led by the Hyjinx, and joined by inventive underwater chef Nanhe, she embarks on a quest to find solace in the Eye of the Deep Sea.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity5/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Not a commercial property intended for merchandising.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A primary character dies in the rescue attempt to save the protagonist. The loss is significant and emotional.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No graphic violence or blood is depicted.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Language appears generally mild, with some hostile or insulting exchanges during character conflict; no strong profanity is identified.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

A storm, freezing open water, a suffocating shroud-like entity, overwhelming attacks, and life-or-death peril create sustained frightening imagery.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes intense scenes of a storm at sea and the Red Phantom's destructive, shroud-like attacks.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Shenxiu confronts grief and terrifying danger, while Nanhe persists in protecting her and makes a profound self-sacrifice.

Creativity & curiosity5/5
Why this rating?

The dreamlike underwater world, swirling visual design, inventive restaurant, magical ingredients, and imaginative storytelling strongly encourage creative thought.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on Chinese characters; highlights the experience of outcasts.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into the emotional experience of depression, though it is not an educational film.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Care, encouragement, cooperation, rescue, and emotional support are central to Shenxiu and Nanhe’s relationship and the resolution.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The film emphasizes processing grief, resisting depression, accepting help, valuing life, and finding hope despite painful circumstances.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Nanhe protects and encourages Shenxiu, ultimately risking his life to save her; his abrasive and greedy traits are balanced by compassion and sacrifice.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Deep Sea would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Deep Sea, and what caused that change?
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