Heavyweights

PGUnited States rating19951h 37mFamily, Comedy
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PG US
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A group of boys at a summer camp find themselves dealing with a new, very strict fitness coach who replaces their fun activities with intense workouts. The boys must work together to reclaim their summer and find a balance between staying healthy and having fun. It is a lighthearted comedy about friendship and finding confidence.

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What's in it

Scary
Mild
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
None
Pace
Gentle
The film follows a traditional narrative structure with long scenes and a relaxed cinematic pace. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeThe boys are forced on a long, grueling hike in harsh conditions.
  • Approx.SomeThe boys trap the mean coach in a cell with an electric bug zapper.
  • Approx.SomeThe villain confronts a parent and falls while attempting backflips.

Talk about it after

  1. 1Why do you think it is important to have fun while learning new skills?
  2. 2How did the boys show teamwork to solve their problem?
  3. 3What did you think about the way the boys stood up for each other?

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