The Ten Commandments

PGUnited States rating20071h 28mAnimation, Drama, Family
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PG US
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This animated film tells the biblical story of Moses and his journey to lead the Hebrew people out of Egypt. It follows his growth from a young man to a leader who faces a powerful pharaoh to help his people find freedom.

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What's in it

Scary
Strong
Violence
Some
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Some
Pace
Gentle
The film follows a traditional epic structure with long scenes and a steady narrative flow. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryThe pharaoh orders newborn babies to be thrown into the Nile river.
  • Approx.ScaryThe ten plagues occur as a series of miracles and punishments.
  • Approx.IntenseThe death of the firstborn Egyptian sons.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did Moses show courage when he had to lead his people?
  2. 2What did you think about the way the characters showed their beliefs?
  3. 3Why is it important to stand up for others who are being treated unfairly?

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Plot source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)