Dickens & Rumi
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Epic

2013

A teenager finds herself transported to a deep forest setting where a battle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag-tag group characters in order to save their world—and ours.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Standard merchandising common for a major studio animated film.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Characters die in battle, including a central, impactful loss, treated with appropriate gravity.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Injuries and blood are minimal; action is stylized and non-graphic.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild insults or exclamations like 'idiot' or 'stupid'.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Mild romantic tension and growing affection between the two teenage-coded protagonists.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

The Boggans, insects, and themes of decay can be visually menacing for younger children.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent fantasy battles, chases, attacks, and weapons occur between miniature forces, usually without realistic consequences.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters face dangerous enemies and personal loss, taking risks to protect loved ones and the natural world.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The miniature forest world, inventive creatures, visual design, and imaginative adventure strongly encourage fantasy play and curiosity.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse vocal cast and varied character designs for forest species.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental lessons about biology and forest ecosystems.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, empathy, loyalty, and cooperation are important, especially as characters learn to value one another and their world.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes protecting nature, accepting responsibility, cooperation, family bonds, and choosing courage over selfishness.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters grow into responsibility, show loyalty, and protect others, though some initially act impulsively or selfishly.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Epic would you have made differently, and why?
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