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Pokémon the Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back - Evolution

2019

After accepting an invitation from a mysterious trainer, Ash, Misty and Brock meet Mewtwo, an artificially created Pokémon who wants to do battle.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy action, frightening Pokémon battles, peril, and emotionally intense scenes involving cloning and apparent deaths may trouble younger children, while graphic detail and mature content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Products & advertising3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

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

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising3/5
Why this rating?

The film is part of the heavily merchandised Pokémon franchise, though the story itself is not primarily an advertisement for specific products.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

A central, emotionally heavy moment involves a character appearing to perish, though it is reversed.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild name-calling typical of the genre.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Mewtwo, cloning imagery, threatening battles, storms, and characters in danger may be frightening for younger viewers.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent fantasy Pokémon battles use attacks, explosions, impacts, and peril; violence is action-oriented and generally non-realistic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters face powerful opponents and danger while protecting friends and choosing compassion over fear or revenge.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The imaginative Pokémon world, inventive abilities, cloning premise, and strategic problem-solving strongly encourage fantasy play and curiosity.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a standard diverse ensemble cast of characters typical of the Pokémon series.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

It offers limited incidental ideas about identity, science, creation, and ethical responsibility, but is primarily entertainment.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, compassion toward misunderstood beings, and caring for others are central to the resolution.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes identity beyond origins, empathy, cooperation, resisting revenge, and valuing life over domination.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Ash and friends show loyalty, compassion, and courage, although characters also make impulsive choices and engage in repeated battles.

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