The Call of the Wild

PGUnited States rating19721h 40mAdventure, Drama, Family
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PG US
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A man and his loyal dog travel through the frozen wilderness of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. They must work together to survive the harsh winter and dangerous conditions of the north. It is a story about the bond between a man and his dog.

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What's in it

Scary
Strong
Violence
Strong
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Strong
Pace
Gentle
The film features long takes and a slow deliberate pace that emphasizes the vast landscape and the bond between the man and the dog. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryThe harsh and dangerous conditions of the icy Yukon wilderness.
  • Approx.ScaryA confrontation with rivals and the threat of being attacked.

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  1. 1What did you think about the bond between the man and his dog?
  2. 2How did the dog show bravery during their journey?
  3. 3How did the characters handle the difficult challenges of the cold weather?

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