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Courage of Lassie
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Courage of Lassie

Best from age 7 · G · 1946 · 92 min

Courage of Lassie

Separated from his litter, a young collie named Bill befriends wild animals before being adopted by Kathie. An accident leads him to K-9 duty in WWII, where battle fatigue makes him aggressive. He eventually returns home, but faces misunderstanding due to his wartime trauma.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

None

0/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

None

0/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Depiction of war-time settings and dog combat.
  • Scenes showing a dog experiencing battle fatigue and aggression.
  • A car accident occurs, though the human characters are mostly unharmed.
  • Some scenes might be sad or intense for very young viewers.

Models well

  • Loyalty and devotion
  • Courage in adversity
  • Human-animal bond
  • Rehabilitation and understanding

Talk about it after

  • The effects of war on individuals, including animals, and PTSD.
  • The importance of patience and understanding with those who have experienced trauma.
  • The challenges of adapting to new environments and overcoming fear.
  • The responsibility of caring for pets and ensuring their well-being.
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Courage of Lassie - Trailer