Genius

GUnited States rating19991h 22mFamily, Comedy, TV Movie
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A 12-year-old physics genius tries to navigate the social challenges of being a smart kid. He decides to create a secret identity at a local junior high school to try and make friends and fit in with his peers.

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Scary
None
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Moderate
This is a standard family comedy with a mix of dialogue scenes and moments of action. Estimated

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  1. 1Why do you think Charlie felt like he needed a different name to make friends?
  2. 2How did Charlie's friends react when he finally told them the truth about who he was?
  3. 3Is it better to be honest about who you are even if it feels uncomfortable?

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