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Finding ʻOhana

2021

Two Brooklyn siblings' summer in a rural Oahu town takes an exciting turn when a journal pointing to long-lost treasure sets them on an adventure, leading them to reconnect with their Hawaiian heritage.

Ages 10+Source checked

Why this age? PG adventure peril includes dangerous caves, heights, drowning risk, a spider bite, injury, resuscitation, ghosts, and a deceased father. The themes of grief, heritage, and family responsibility suit older children. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age10+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Religious themes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Diverse representation4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Features geocaching as a hobby, which is a real-world activity but not a specific product promotion.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

A father who died years earlier appears as a Night Marcher; other historical deaths and danger are discussed.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

A character shows a blister from a spider bite, which is brief and not overly graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Includes occasional mild profanity and some sibling bickering/name-calling.

Religious themes3/5
Why this rating?

Hawaiian spiritual beliefs are central to the treasure's sacred status, offerings, tomb, and Night Marchers.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

There are light adolescent crush and friendship elements, including E's interest in Hana, but romance is not central.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Ghostly Night Marchers, a deadly-spider fear, confined tunnels, heights, lava, drowning risk, and tense chases may frighten children.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Adventure peril includes a fall, dangerous escapes, and supernatural pursuit, but violence is limited and not graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The siblings and friends face frightening supernatural and physical dangers while learning that courage also means respecting boundaries and heritage.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Geocaching, diary clues, historical puzzles, inventive cave mechanisms, music, and problem-solving drive the adventure.

Diverse representation4/5
Why this rating?

The story centers Hawaiian heritage and includes a culturally specific, multigenerational community with varied family and local perspectives.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

It offers meaningful exposure to Hawaiian heritage, history, spiritual traditions, landmarks, family ties, and cultural responsibility.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Family members and friends help one another, protect each other, support aspirations, and ultimately make decisions collectively.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The film emphasizes family unity, cultural heritage, respect for sacred places, accountability, empathy, and choosing a better life together.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Young characters show courage, cooperation, and growth, though they also sneak away and take risks before learning responsibility.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Finding ʻOhana would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Finding ʻOhana, and what caused that change?
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