Four Kids and It

PGUnited States rating20201h 50mFamily, Fantasy
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PG US
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A group of children on holiday in Cornwall discover a magical creature on the beach that can grant one wish every day. As the kids learn to work together and form new friendships, they must figure out how to protect the creature from a man who wants to use its power for himself.

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What's in it

Scary
Strong
Violence
Some
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Moderate
The film follows a traditional family fantasy structure with steady pacing and scenes that allow the story to breathe. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryA man holds a girl at gunpoint in a historical setting.
  • Approx.IntenseThe villain threatens to shoot the children to force the creature to make more wishes.
  • Approx.SomeThe children believe the magical creature has died and mourn its loss.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the children's feelings about each other change from the beginning of the movie to the end?
  2. 2Why do you think the kids decided to work together to protect the magical creature?
  3. 3What did the characters learn about the importance of making responsible choices with power?

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