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Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

2014

Fourteen years after Third Impact, Shinji Ikari awakens to a world he does not remember. He hasn't aged. Much of Earth is laid in ruins, NERV has been dismantled, and people who he once protected have turned against him. Befriending the enigmatic Kaworu Nagisa, Shinji continues the fight against the angels and realizes the fighting is far from over, even when it could be against his former allies. The characters' struggles continue amidst the battles against the angels and each other, spiraling down to what could inevitably be the end of the world.

Ages 16+Source checked

Why this age? Frequent intense mecha combat, deaths, disturbing imagery, apocalyptic peril, psychological distress, and complex grief and moral themes; sexualized character presentation also occurs. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age16+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence5/5
  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity5/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

The franchise has extensive merchandise tie-ins, though the film itself is not an advertisement.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Mass casualties and major losses occur, including a prominent, emotionally painful death. Death and its consequences are central to the story.

Graphic injury3/5
Why this rating?

Occasional depictions of biomechanical entities being damaged, displaying stylized, non-humanoid fluids.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild swearing and harsh tone in moments of high emotional confrontation.

Religious themes3/5
Why this rating?

Biblical and religiously styled symbols and terminology are prominent as imagery and world-building, though not presented as ordinary religious practice.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Very subtle hints of past relationships and deep interpersonal bonds, but no active romance.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Persistent apocalyptic danger, monstrous imagery, psychological distress, and intense combat may be frightening, though the film is more sci-fi drama than sustained horror.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Brief scenes involving characters in state of undress or medical recovery settings.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional social drinking among adult characters; not glamorized.

Violence5/5
Why this rating?

Extensive, intense mecha battles include explosions, weapons, destruction, impalement-like attacks, and characters endangered or injured.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters repeatedly confront overwhelming danger and grief, though bravery is mixed with coercion, recklessness, and destructive decisions.

Creativity & curiosity5/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative mecha design, surreal world-building, symbolic visuals, and unconventional storytelling strongly invite interpretation and creative thought.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are diverse in temperament and perspective, though predominantly of East Asian origin.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Moments of genuine empathy and care exist, though they are often buried under conflict.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores responsibility, the consequences of trying to control others' lives, trauma, sacrifice, grief, agency, and the need to face reality.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are deeply flawed and often act out of desperation, reflecting complex human struggle.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo, and what caused that change?
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