Dickens & Rumi
Cover of C.H.O.M.P.S.

film

C.H.O.M.P.S.

1979

A young man invents a robot dog that has super strength, x-ray vision and can detect crimes being committed. A greedy businessman tries to steal the boy's invention from him.

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Strongest cautions

  • Romance2/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Any language appears likely to be mild and infrequent, consistent with the film’s family-oriented PG presentation.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

A very mild, chaste romantic subplot exists between the two leads.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Kidnapping attempts, criminals, and a powerful robot dog create mild suspense, but the family-comedy tone and PG rating suggest low intensity.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes slapstick comedy violence and mild scuffles involving bumbling criminals, typical of family comedies.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows courage in defending his work against antagonists.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Inventing a robotic dog with super strength, x-ray vision, and crime-detection abilities is central to the film and strongly encourages imaginative thinking.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The limited source material does not establish substantial diversity or detailed representation; the score reflects limited evidence rather than a negative portrayal.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Encourages a basic interest in science and invention.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate loyalty and kindness toward their robotic companion.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Promotes themes of ingenuity and standing up for one's creation against greedy interests.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is a hardworking inventor who values his work over profit.

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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 C.H.O.M.P.S. would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in C.H.O.M.P.S., and what caused that change?
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