The Book Thief
2013 • 131 min • Drama
Our family guide
Best from age 11- 75 Audience · 4584 · 100%
The Book Thief is a poignant drama set during World War II, following young Liesel Meminger as she discovers the power of words amidst the atrocities of Nazi Germany. While Liesel finds comfort in stolen books and new friendships, her adoptive family harbors a Jewish refugee, creating immense tension and moral challenges. Parents should be aware of the film's serious themes, including war, loss, and persecution, which are handled with sensitivity but can be intense. This film is best suited for mature children and pre-teens ages 11 and up.
- Violence & peril
- 2/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 2/10
Heads up
- Depictions of war and Nazi persecution
- Loss of loved ones
- Themes of displacement and prejudice
- Some intense emotional scenes
What it models well
- Resilience in adversity
- Compassion for others
- The power of literacy
Talk about it after
- How does Liesel's love for books help her cope with the difficult realities around her?
- Discuss the risks Liesel's family takes to protect Max. What does this tell us about courage and humanity?
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.5/10 (4,584)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- IMDb
- tt0816442