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Slumberland

2022

A young girl discovers a secret map to the dreamworld of Slumberland, and with the help of an eccentric outlaw, she traverses dreams and flees nightmares, with the hope that she will be able to see her late father again.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy danger, nightmares, peril, and the emotional theme of a deceased parent may unsettle younger children. The overall tone is adventurous and family-oriented, with limited mature content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity5/5
  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist's father drowns in a sea accident early in the film; the story focuses heavily on the child's processing of this grief.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Expect at most occasional mild profanity or insults, consistent with a PG family adventure.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Features surreal, dark, and potentially frightening nightmare manifestations that chase characters, which may startle younger viewers.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Any substance use appears incidental and adult-contextual rather than central, frequent, or glamorized.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes fantasy-style slapstick and occasional chase sequences involving dream monsters; generally non-gory and cartoonish in nature.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Nemo faces her fears both in the dream world and real world to reclaim her life.

Creativity & curiosity5/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative visuals and world-building centered on the limitless nature of human dreams.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast in terms of lead character representation.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Thematic focus on emotional maturity and navigating complex feelings.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and friendship development are central to the characters' arcs.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes of healing, moving forward after trauma, and the value of interpersonal connection.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists show growth; Flip is initially flawed but learns responsibility; Nemo demonstrates resilience.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Slumberland would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Slumberland, and what caused that change?
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