Against the Wild

PGUnited States rating20131h 30mAdventure, Family
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PG US
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Two siblings and their loyal dog must navigate the wilderness after their plane makes an emergency landing in the Canadian wild. They work together to overcome natural obstacles and stay safe while waiting for rescue. It is a story about the bond between siblings and the importance of having a brave companion.

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What's in it

Scary
Strong
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Moderate
The film follows a standard adventure structure with moments of quiet exploration balanced by scenes of survival tension. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryThe plane engine fails and the aircraft crashes into the trees.
  • Approx.SomeA sudden noise in a cave causes a flock of birds to fly at the children.
  • Approx.ScaryThree wolves enter the camp and confront the children and their dog.
  • Approx.IntenseA grizzly bear charges at the children and the dog in the woods.
  • Approx.ScaryThe dog is chased by wolves through the forest.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the siblings and their dog work together to stay safe in the woods?
  2. 2What did you think about the way the dog helped the children during their journey?
  3. 3How did the children show courage when they were facing scary situations?

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