Rascal

GUnited States rating19691h 25mDrama, Family
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G US
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A young boy finds a lonely raccoon in the woods and brings him home as a companion. The story follows the bond between the boy and his new pet while they navigate life in a small town. It explores the importance of family and the responsibilities of caring for others.

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What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Gentle
The film features a gentle and unhurried pace with long scenes and a focus on quiet moments between the boy and the animal. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeA lynx surprises a family of raccoons in the woods.
  • Approx.SomeRascal bites a character's finger during a scuffle.
  • Approx.ScaryThe lynx reappears at the end of the film.

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  1. 1Why do you think it was important for Sterling to find a friend in Rascal?
  2. 2How did the characters show they were responsible for one another?
  3. 3How did the boy's feelings about Rascal change as the story went on?

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