Jonathan Livingston Seagull

Everyone's Book Is Now Everyone's Motion Picture

1973 • 99 min • Drama · Family

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Synopsis

Jonathan is sick and tired of the boring life in his seagull clan. He rather experiments with new, always more daring flying techniques. Since he doesn't fit in, the elders expel him from the clan. So he sets out to discover the world beyond the horizon in a quest for wisdom.

Our family guide

Best from age 7

Movie Knight Score

64 reviews

61 Audience · 64 · 100%

Jonathan, a young seagull, wants more from life than just finding food. He yearns to perfect his flying, pushing boundaries and seeking a higher purpose. When his flock casts him out for his unconventional ways, Jonathan embarks on a spiritual journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Themes of individualism may be complex for younger viewers
Brief moments of peril during flight training
Some philosophical concepts might require discussion

What it models well

Self-discovery and personal growth
Pursuit of excellence
Overcoming societal pressure
Spiritual enlightenment

Talk about it after

Following your own path vs. conforming to expectations
The meaning of true freedom
Learning from mentors and teaching others
Defining success for yourself

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