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Ghost

1990

After a young man is murdered, his spirit stays behind to warn his lover of impending danger, with the help of a reluctant psychic.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 material includes a murder, threatening supernatural sequences, danger, grief, some frightening imagery, sensual romance, and mature themes about death and the afterlife. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance5/5
  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is murdered early on, and other characters die as part of the thriller plot.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some blood is shown during the murder and subsequent injuries, but it is not excessively graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Includes some moderate profanity and occasional use of stronger expletives.

Religious themes3/5
Why this rating?

Heaven, hell, souls, the afterlife, and spiritual continuation are recurring supernatural ideas, though not presented as formal religious instruction.

Romance5/5
Why this rating?

The central theme is the enduring love between the main characters, featuring romantic intimacy.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Ghostly encounters, danger, pursuit, hellish imagery, and threats to a loved one create sustained thriller tension.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Contains romantic physical affection and a famous scene involving pottery that is suggestive.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal depiction of alcohol consumption in social settings.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

A character is murdered, and the story includes threats, confrontations, peril, and supernatural violence connected to corruption and revenge.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters confront murder, danger, grief, and supernatural threats with persistence and a desire to protect others.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The film explores imaginative concepts regarding spirit-world interactions and artistic craft.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Features a prominent supporting role for a Black woman (Oda Mae Brown) who drives much of the plot.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to artistic processes like pottery.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Care for a partner and efforts to protect others are important, although the thriller includes betrayal and exploitation.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes enduring love, loyalty, courage, justice, and exposing corruption, while showing harmful wrongdoing as consequential.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The lead characters show courage and dedication to each other under extreme circumstances.

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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 relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Ghost would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Ghost, and what caused that change?
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