The Book of Life
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The Book of Life

Best from age 6 · PG · 2014 · 95 min

The Book of Life

The Book of Life follows Manolo, a young man caught between family expectations and his true passion for music. He embarks on a vibrant adventure through three fantastical worlds to reunite with his love and decide his own destiny.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Some peril and fantasy creatures in the Land of the Forgotten
  • Brief bullying scenes
  • Mild romantic themes and a young children may not understand
  • A character briefly drinks tequila

Models well

  • Following your heart
  • Overcoming fears
  • Valuing family and tradition
  • Self-sacrifice

Talk about it after

  • Mexican culture and Day of the Dead traditions
  • Dealing with loss and remembering loved ones
  • The importance of honesty and loyalty
  • Finding your own path
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