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Impossible Things

2021

After the death of her abusive husband, Matilde finds her new best friend in Miguel, her young, insecure, and disoriented neighbor.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Matilde's abusive husband has died, and his death is the event that begins her new phase of life.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity may occur in this serious adult drama, but the supplied sources do not document specific words or frequency.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Domestic abuse, grief and abandonment create emotionally distressing situations, though this is not presented as horror.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Minor social drinking may occur, without evidence that substance use is central or glamorized.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Domestic abuse by Matilde's deceased husband is central to the story, though the excerpts do not establish how graphically or frequently violence is shown.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Shows the internal courage required to face past trauma.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The story’s reflective character study and life-changing friendship may encourage empathy and thoughtful discussion, rather than imaginative play.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features Mexican characters in a realistic local setting.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

The film may offer incidental insight into abuse, grief and emotional recovery, but education is not its stated primary purpose.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

The core of the film is the empathetic bond between the two leads.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes of healing, moving on, and the importance of human connection.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters exhibit resilience and emotional growth.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Impossible Things would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Impossible Things, and what caused that change?
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