Surviving the Wild
Teens

Surviving the Wild

Best from age 9 · PG-13 · 2018 · 87 min

Surviving the Wild

A young boy runs away into the wilderness with his dog and his grandfather's ashes to fulfill a dying wish. Guided by his grandpa's spirit, he navigates challenges, ultimately bringing his family closer and finding closure.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Mild

2/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

None

0/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • A child runs away from home, causing worry.
  • The boy and his dog face dangers in the wild.
  • Themes of death and divorce are present.

Models well

  • Grief and loss
  • Family bonds
  • Resilience and determination
  • Honoring wishes

Talk about it after

  • Coping with grief and how families handle it differently.
  • The importance of open communication during difficult times.
  • What makes someone a good role model?
  • Why following rules keeps us safe.
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Cast & crew

Fan5/5

This is a movie that truly made me cry. I really liked that before starting it, I was given an idea of ​​what to expect from the film. Without a doubt, when we truly love our family, that love fosters unity. I loved this movie!