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Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

2001

Orphaned heiress, English aristocrat and intrepid archaeologist, Lara Croft, embarks on a dangerous quest to retrieve the two halves of an ancient artifact which controls time before it falls into the wrong hands. As an extremely rare planetary alignment is about to occur for the first time in 5,000 years, the fearless tomb raider will have to team up with rival adventurers and sworn enemies to collect the pieces, while time is running out. But, in the end, who can harness the archaic talisman's unlimited power?

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 action violence, armed combat, frightening attacks, character deaths, peril, and emotionally mature grief and betrayal make it best suited to teens. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

Based on a major video game franchise, often associated with merchandise.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Several characters are killed during the quest; the protagonist's father's death is a central emotional plot point.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Some minor bloody injuries and stylized combat deaths, but generally avoids graphic gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild-to-moderate profanity and hostile language occur occasionally during the action and danger.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

A Buddhist monastery and religiously themed groups and artifacts appear, but faith practice is not the central subject.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Implied past connection between Lara and Alex West, but no major romantic subplot.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Tombs, animated statues, armed invasions, collapsing ruins, supernatural powers, and repeated life-threatening situations create sustained peril.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Character is presented in a physically fit and somewhat revealing way, but the content is non-explicit.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Limited adult drinking or social substance use may appear, without a major focus or clear glamorization.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes frequent gunfights, hand-to-hand combat, and sequences with animated statues and machinery.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist frequently demonstrates bravery in the face of lethal threats.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Ancient puzzles, time manipulation, tomb exploration, inventive machinery, and imaginative fantasy mythology strongly encourage adventure-oriented imagination.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a strong female lead and international locations/cast, but limited depth in representation.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental interest in archaeology, history, and mechanics.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist shows loyalty and care for her father's memory and associates.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story supports responsibility, resisting dangerous power, honoring the dead, and choosing others' safety over personal wishes.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Lara is resourceful, brave, skilled, and ultimately rejects corrupt power, though she uses weapons and lethal force.

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  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, and what caused that change?
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