G.I. Joe: The Movie

PGUnited States rating19871h 33mAnimation, Action, Science Fiction
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This animated action movie follows a team of soldiers who must stop a secret underground civilization from taking over the surface world. The story follows both the established team and a group of new recruits who must prove their skills during a high-stakes mission.

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What's in it

Scary
Strong
Violence
Strong
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Fast
The film features frequent action sequences and fast-paced military maneuvers typical of 1980s action animation. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryThe Joes are ambushed and detained in a strange, otherworldly underground environment.
  • Approx.ScaryCobra Commander is transformed into a snake after being exposed to mutative spores.
  • Approx.ScaryA battle occurs where Duke is injured and falls into a coma.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the new recruits show they were becoming part of the team?
  2. 2What did you think about the different skills each soldier brought to the mission?
  3. 3Why is it important to stay focused on your duties even when things get difficult?

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