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We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story

1993

Captain New Eyes travels back in time and feeds dinosaurs his Brain Grain cereal, which makes them intelligent and non-violent. They agree to go to the "Middle Future" in order to grant the wishes of children in New York City. They are to meet Dr. Bleeb of the Museum of Natural History, but get sidetracked with their new children friends and run into the Captain's evil brother, Professor Screweyes.

Ages 6+Source checked

Why this age? Generally suitable for children, with cartoon peril, threatening villains, frightening dinosaur or circus imagery, and emotionally tense scenes. Younger or sensitive children may prefer an adult nearby. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age6+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Alcohol or drugs1/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

A fictional cereal product drives the premise, but the movie does not appear to be a sustained real-brand advertising vehicle.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Death is limited to implied threats and the villain’s possible off-screen fate; no central child or dinosaur death is shown, and grief is not a focus.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Contains very mild name-calling typical of a G-rated film.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Professor Screweyes and his dark circus are surreal, eerie, and intended to be frightening; he creates a sense of dread throughout.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

No use of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Features cartoonish scuffles and some menacing behavior from the villain, but no realistic or gory conflict.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face danger and intimidation while trying to protect friends and fulfill their promise to children.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The premise strongly encourages imaginative play through intelligent dinosaurs, time travel, wishes, and inventive adventures in New York.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a small ensemble of children from different backgrounds, though the main cast is mostly dinosaurs.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Features basic facts about dinosaurs and natural history in a very casual, non-academic way.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Care for children, friendship, cooperation, and compassionate behavior are central to the dinosaurs' mission.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes friendship, empathy, cooperation, nonviolence, helping others, and using intelligence responsibly; selfish or cruel behavior is criticized.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The dinosaur protagonists generally protect and support children, while the story contrasts their care with a harmful villain.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story, and what caused that change?
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