Captains Courageous

GUnited States rating19371h 55mAdventure, Drama, Family
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A spoiled young boy falls overboard from a luxury ship and is rescued by a hardworking fishing crew. While he initially struggles to adapt to their way of life, he learns valuable lessons about hard work and friendship while working on the boat.

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What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Strong
Pace
Gentle
The film features long scenes and a steady narrative flow typical of classic dramas. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.IntenseA crew member falls into the icy sea and becomes tangled in the rigging, creating a dangerous situation for the ship.

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  1. 1How did Harvey's attitude change from the beginning of the movie to the end?
  2. 2Why do you think it was important for Harvey to work alongside the fishermen?
  3. 3How did the characters show they cared for one another during the difficult parts of the journey?

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