Gone with the Wind
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Gone with the Wind

Best from age 13 · G · 1939 · 238 min

Gone with the Wind

Set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction, a headstrong Southern belle navigates love, loss, and survival. She embarks on a tumultuous romance while facing the destruction of her way of life and the challenges of rebuilding.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

4/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

3/10

Scary moments

Mild

2/10

Heads up

  • War violence and suffering, including battle scenes and civilian hardships.
  • Alcohol consumption and smoking are common.
  • Some suggestive dialogue and passionate kisses.
  • Outdated social views, particularly regarding race and gender roles.

Models well

  • Resilience in hardship
  • Adaptability and perseverance
  • Family loyalty

Talk about it after

  • The historical context of the Civil War and its impact on society.
  • The complexities of love, marriage, and personal ambition.
  • The depiction of slavery and its moral implications.
  • Scarlett's evolving character and choices.
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