Arrietty

GUnited States rating20101h 35mFantasy, Animation, Family
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G US
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A family of tiny people lives secretly inside the walls of a large house, gathering small items to survive. Their quiet life changes when a young boy discovers their secret world. The story follows the bond that forms between the boy and a brave young girl from the tiny community.

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What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Some
Pace
Gentle
The film features long lingering shots and a gentle atmosphere that allows the story to breathe. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeA large crow attacks Arrietty during a conversation with the boy.
  • Approx.ScaryThe Borrowers are hunted by a cat while trying to escape.
  • Approx.ScaryThe boy reveals he has a serious heart condition and faces a risky surgery.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the boy and Arrietty show kindness to each other even though they were very different?
  2. 2Why was it important for the Borrowers to keep their secret from the humans?
  3. 3What did you think about the way the characters showed courage when they were in danger?

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