Growing Up Smith

PG-13United States rating20171h 42mComedy, Drama, Family
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A young boy from India moves to a small American town in the late 1970s. He navigates the differences between his family's traditions and the local culture while trying to fit in and navigate his first crush.

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What's in it

Scary
Mild
Violence
Mild
Language
Some
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Strong
Pace
Moderate
This is a traditional family drama with a standard cinematic flow and scenes that allow the story to breathe. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeA character is injured while chasing a deer in the woods.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did Smith feel about the differences between his home culture and his new home?
  2. 2Why is it important to stay true to your own values even when you want to fit in?
  3. 3How did the characters show they cared for one another during difficult times?

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