Dickens & Rumi
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Hidden Figures

2016

The untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA and serving as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history – the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.

Ages 10+Source checked

Why this age? Suitable for many older children, but discrimination, segregation, grief over a deceased spouse, sexist treatment and tense space-mission danger may need discussion. The film has a PG rating and substantial historical and emotional complexity. 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 character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Romance2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Diverse representation5/5
  • Good role models5/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Mention of past deaths of spouses is present but not shown.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Contains very mild language and occasional period-appropriate derogatory remarks.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional scenes of church attendance reflect the cultural setting.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Contains depictions of healthy, supportive romantic relationships and courtship.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some brief tension during the space launch sequence.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Brief adult social drinking may appear in the period setting, with no focus on substance use or glamorization.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

There is no physical violence depicted in the film.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists show immense moral courage standing up to institutionalized racism.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Demonstrates problem-solving, mathematical innovation, and self-teaching.

Diverse representation5/5
Why this rating?

Centralizes the experiences of Black women in STEM during a critical historical period.

Educational value4/5
Why this rating?

Highly educational regarding historical segregation and the early space program.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

The film highlights the strength of female solidarity and eventual allyship from colleagues.

Positive messages5/5
Why this rating?

Powerful message about equality, perseverance, and the importance of scientific contribution.

Good role models5/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists are excellent role models demonstrating integrity and determination.

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Conversation starters based on this title’s published content notes.

  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 Hidden Figures would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Hidden Figures, and what caused that change?
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