The BFG

PGUnited States rating20161h 57mAdventure, Family, Fantasy
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A young orphan girl finds herself in a strange land after being taken by a gentle giant. Together, they must work as a team to stop a group of meaner giants from causing trouble in the human world. It is a whimsical tale about an unlikely friendship between a small girl and a very large friend.

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What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Gentle
The film features long scenes and a whimsical atmosphere that allows the story to breathe. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeThe girl is captured by a giant and kept in a secluded area.
  • Approx.SomeThe girl is nearly discovered by a group of meaner giants.
  • Approx.ScaryThe girl is confronted by a mean giant during a confrontation.

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  1. 1What did you think about the friendship between the girl and the giant?
  2. 2How did the characters show bravery when they were facing something scary?
  3. 3Why do you think it is important to stand up for others?

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