PG-13

Blast from the Past

She'd never met anyone like him. He's never met anyone... Period.

1999 • 112 min • Drama · Romance · Comedy

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Synopsis

Following a bomb scare in the 1960s that locked the Webbers into their bomb shelter for 35 years, Adam now ventures forth into Los Angeles to obtain food and supplies for his family, and a non-mutant wife for himself.

Our family guide

Best from age 12

Movie Knight Score

1257 reviews

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After a 1960s bomb scare, a family lives in a fallout shelter for 35 years. Their son, Adam, emerges into modern-day Los Angeles, seeking supplies and a wife, leading to comedic cultural clashes.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Discussions of nuclear war and societal collapse
Characters consume alcohol in social settings
Some suggestive humor and mild romantic situations

What it models well

Curiosity and exploration
Kindness to strangers
Adapting to change
Finding connection

Talk about it after

How different are today's social norms from the past?
The importance of honesty and trust in relationships
Adjusting to new environments and challenges

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