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Finding Emily

2026

When a lovesick musician is given the wrong number for his dream girl, he teams up with a driven psychology student to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? The PG-13 rating and plot indicate romantic themes, ethically troubling stalking-like searching and hacking, public humiliation, depression, alcohol-adjacent settings, and emotionally complex relationship conflicts. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs1/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Kindness & empathy3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

Romantic comedy focused on dating, attraction, and relationship dynamics.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Not scary.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Mild sexual references or innuendo typical of a PG-13 rom-com.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

The story includes bars, a party, and a student-union setting, but the supplied material does not explicitly confirm drinking, smoking, vaping, or drug use.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Some minor slapstick, such as being chased from a party.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Requires some courage to publicly apologize or admit mistakes.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Creative problem-solving in social situations and music creation.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Standard ensemble cast for a British university setting.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Psychology research, thesis work, research ethics, visas, and academic pressure are meaningful plot elements, though education is not the primary purpose.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Characters learn the importance of empathy and reconciliation.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes accountability, consent and privacy concerns, repairing harm, honesty, and taking responsibility for unethical choices.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are flawed but grow and take responsibility for mistakes.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Finding Emily would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Finding Emily, and what caused that change?
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