Burn Your Maps

PG-13United States rating20161h 42mAdventure, Comedy, Drama
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A young boy deals with the loss of his sister by imagining he is a Mongolian goat herder. His parents decide to join him on a journey to Mongolia to help him navigate his feelings. This quirky adventure follows the family as they travel together to find a new sense of peace.

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Scary
None
Violence
None
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Strong
Pace
Gentle
The film follows a slow and earnest journey with long scenes and a focus on atmosphere. Estimated

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  1. 1How did the family help Wes deal with his feelings about his sister?
  2. 2Why do you think Wes imagined he was a goat herder?
  3. 3What did you think about the family's journey to Mongolia?

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