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The Magnificent Seven

2016

Looking to mine for gold, greedy industrialist Bartholomew Bogue seizes control of the Old West town of Rose Creek. With their lives in jeopardy, Emma Cullen and other desperate residents turn to bounty hunter Sam Chisolm for help. Chisolm recruits an eclectic group of gunslingers to take on Bogue and his ruthless henchmen. With a deadly showdown on the horizon, the seven mercenaries soon find themselves fighting for more than just money once the bullets start to fly.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Violence5/5
  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Diverse representation4/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

The story does not appear designed to promote real-world products or brands.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Deaths are a significant part of the story, including losses among fighters and townspeople.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some blood and injury detail consistent with period action films, but avoids gratuitous gore.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Moderate usage of moderate profanity and gritty dialogue expected in a Western.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Religion does not appear central. Any church, faith or religious references seem likely to be brief or incidental.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Very minor, non-central romantic undertones or brief interactions.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face intimidation, danger, armed attacks and a deadly showdown. The action is intense but presented as a Western adventure rather than horror.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal, likely just a few suggestive remarks or brief, non-explicit scenes.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Common depiction of whiskey and tobacco use standard to the Western setting.

Violence5/5
Why this rating?

Gunfights, killings, brawls, and sustained combat are central to the Western action story.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Ordinary residents and hired fighters repeatedly confront powerful armed enemies at great personal risk.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Displays tactical creativity in battle planning and preparation.

Diverse representation4/5
Why this rating?

The recruited group is notably eclectic, with varied racial and cultural backgrounds and distinct personalities.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental historical context of the Old West and frontier life.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Residents and allies cooperate, defend one another, and show care despite fear and hardship.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes protecting vulnerable communities, solidarity, sacrifice, justice, and standing against exploitation.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The group demonstrates courage and teamwork, despite their backgrounds as outlaws.

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