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Saving Flora

2018

Flora is a circus elephant who can no longer perform her tricks. The night before she's scheduled to be euthanized, the circus owner's 14-year old daughter, Dawn, sneaks Flora from the circus. All that stands between them and the safety of the elephant preserve is two hundred kilometers of woods, one raging river, two elephant hunters and the fear of not making it.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? Generally suitable for older children, but animal endangerment, threats to Flora, tense escape scenes, family conflict, and emotional themes may upset sensitive viewers. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Strong language2/5

Strongest positives

  • Kindness & empathy5/5
  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models4/5

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental branding common in contemporary settings.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The threat of euthanasia for the elephant is a central plot point.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No graphic violence or blood.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language; limited to infrequent, non-offensive frustration.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

No romantic subplots.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Tense moments as the girl and elephant are vulnerable during their night journey.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Mild conflict involving circus personnel and minor scuffles.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist faces danger, family opposition, and uncertainty while trying to protect Flora and secure her future.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Problem-solving, imagination, and resourcefulness are important as Dawn plans and carries out Flora’s escape.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Some diversity in casting, though the focus remains tightly on the lead relationship.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Raises awareness regarding the treatment of animals in captivity.

Kindness & empathy5/5
Why this rating?

Kindness to animals is the core driver of the narrative.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong messages support compassion, animal welfare, responsibility, perseverance, and doing what is right despite personal cost.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows great initiative, courage, and empathy.

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