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Songbird

2020

During a pandemic lockdown, Nico, a young man with rare immunity, must overcome martial law, murderous vigilantes and a powerful family to reunite with his love, Sara.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence4/5
  • Death of a character3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Several characters are killed during the course of the film, and the threat of death is constant.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Action violence likely includes some blood or injuries, but the available descriptions do not indicate graphic or prolonged gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some profanity is likely in this PG-13 thriller, but the frequency and strength of language are not documented in detail.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Reuniting with Sara and protecting their love is a central motivation and emotional storyline.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Pandemic danger, quarantine, coercive authorities, vigilantes, and threats to loved ones create sustained thriller tension.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Romantic intimacy is present, but the available evidence does not suggest explicit sexual activity or nudity.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Substance use does not appear central; any depiction is likely brief or incidental, though the supplied evidence is limited.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes shootouts, physical altercations, and dangerous encounters with armed authorities and vigilantes.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates significant bravery in trying to save his partner despite the severe risks.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Shows imaginative ways of moving through a restricted, locked-down city.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The cast appears varied, but the available information gives little detail about whether diverse characters have substantial, well-developed agency.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Some characters demonstrate care and help others, despite the oppressive surroundings.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story supports love, solidarity, and helping others during crisis while opposing authoritarian control and violence.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters display bravery, though some situations are ethically complex due to the setting.

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  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Songbird would you have made differently, and why?
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