
Watch with a parent
A Home of Our Own
Best from age 9 · PG · 1993 · 104 min
Watch with a parentBest from age 9 · PG · 1993 · 104 min · Drama
A Home of Our Own
In 1960s Los Angeles, a resilient widow and her six children embark on a journey to find and build a home of their own. Facing hardship and homelessness, they learn to rely on each other and the kindness of strangers to make their dream a reality.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Moderate3/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
None0/10
Scary moments
Mild2/10
Heads up
- The family experiences periods of homelessness and poverty.
- Some scenes depict challenging living conditions and child mistreatment.
- Brief moments of tension and emotional intensity.
Models well
- Resilience and perseverance
- The strength of family bonds
- Community support and kindness
- Finding hope in adversity
Talk about it after
- What does "home" truly mean?
- How can families support each other through tough times?
- The challenges of poverty and homelessness
- The importance of helping others in need
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