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Gifted

2017

Frank, a single man raising his child prodigy niece Mary, is drawn into a custody battle with his mother.

Ages 12+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to preteens and older because of custody conflict, a parent’s suicide-related backstory, grief, emotional pressure, mild language, and adult relationship material. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age12+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Strong language3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5

Strongest positives

  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Some incidental brand visibility common in realistic modern dramas.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Mary’s mother died by suicide before the story, and her death and its emotional effects are important to the family conflict, though the death is not shown.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Includes moderate profanity, such as uses of 'f-word' and 's-word'.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a burgeoning relationship between Frank and Mary's teacher.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Custody disputes, arguments and emotional distress create some tension, but there are no frightening creatures, horror sequences or sustained physical peril.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Mild sexual innuendo and implied adult romantic life.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional alcohol consumption by adult characters in social settings.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Minor scuffles and one brief, non-graphic physical altercation.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows moral courage in protecting his niece's future.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The story encourages curiosity, independent thinking and mathematical problem-solving, though its focus is gifted education more than imaginative creative work.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a multiracial supporting cast but lacks significant diverse leads.

Educational value3/5
Why this rating?

Mathematics, gifted education, school placement, and differing views of a child’s development are substantial story elements.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Care, loyalty, mentoring, and advocacy are important, although adults sometimes mishandle conflict and priorities.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes love, belonging, educational needs, family responsibility, and valuing a child beyond exceptional ability or achievement.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Caring adults advocate for Mary, though some make controlling or self-interested choices and must confront their consequences.

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  1. Where did a character show kindness or empathy, and what changed because of it?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Gifted would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Gifted, and what caused that change?
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