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An Interview with God

2018

An up-and-coming journalist finds his world and faith increasingly challenged when he's granted the interview of a lifetime – with someone who claims to be God.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? The film appears best suited to teens because of war-related trauma, marital distress, personal crisis, and serious religious questioning; the available evidence does not indicate graphic violence or sexual content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Religious themes5/5
  • Romance2/5
  • Death of a character1/5

Strongest positives

  • Positive messages4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

The story involves war-related loss and distress, but no clearly shown or central death is established by the available evidence.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Some mild language may occur in this adult drama, but strong profanity or slurs are not indicated.

Religious themes5/5
Why this rating?

The film is fundamentally centered on faith, God, and spiritual inquiry.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Central subplot involves a strained marriage.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

War-related trauma and emotional crisis may be unsettling, though this is not presented as a horror film.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

War experience and its aftermath are discussed, but the available evidence does not indicate frequent or graphic on-screen violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Character shows emotional courage in facing his personal struggles.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages viewers to think about life's big questions.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The cast includes people of different racial backgrounds, but diversity is not a major theme and representation appears limited in scope.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Explores philosophical and theological questions.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Themes of empathy and understanding are central to the dialogue.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages reflection on life, purpose, and faith.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist is flawed but seeking growth.

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  2. What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
  3. Which choice in An Interview with God would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in An Interview with God, and what caused that change?
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