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Chariots of Fire
Best from age 10 · PG · 1981 · 123 min
Watch with a parentBest from age 10 · PG · 1981 · 123 min · Drama · History
Chariots of Fire
Two determined British runners, Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, pursue Olympic glory at the 1924 Paris Games. Liddell, a devout Christian, runs for God's glory, while Abrahams, a Jewish man, seeks to overcome prejudice through achievement. Their intertwined paths showcase personal conviction and the pursuit of excellence.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Mild1/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild1/10
Scary moments
Mild2/10
Heads up
- Historical context of prejudice against Jewish people
- Brief scenes of period-appropriate social events
- The film moves at a deliberate, deliberate pace
Models well
- Perseverance and dedication
- Faith and personal conviction
- Overcoming prejudice
- Pursuit of excellence
Talk about it after
- Understanding different motivations for success
- Discussing religious freedom and personal choices
- Talking about historical prejudice and discrimination
- The importance of integrity and sportsmanship
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