I Want to Eat Your Pancreas

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2018 • 108 min • Animation · Drama · Romance

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Synopsis

After his classmate and crush is diagnosed with a pancreatic disease, an average high schooler sets out to make the most of her final days.

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Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

1814 reviews

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An introverted high schooler discovers his popular classmate is secretly battling a terminal pancreatic illness. He becomes determined to help her live life to the fullest, creating a poignant bond as they navigate her final days together. This film explores themes of life, death, and finding connection.

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

Heads up

Deals with a terminal illness and death
Some sad and emotional scenes
A sudden, shocking event occurs

What it models well

Cherishing every moment
The value of friendship
Embracing individuality
Coping with grief

Talk about it after

How to support someone facing a serious illness
The importance of expressing feelings
What it means to live a fulfilling life
Navigating unexpected loss

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