PG-13

The Mask of Zorro

No one has seen his face... but everyone... knows this mark.

1998 • 138 min • Action · Adventure

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Synopsis

It has been twenty years since Don Diego de la Vega fought Spanish oppression in Alta California as the legendary romantic hero, Zorro. Having escaped from prison he transforms troubled bandit Alejandro into his successor, in order to foil the plans of the tyrannical Don Rafael Montero who robbed him of his freedom, his wife and his precious daughter.

Our family guide

Best from age 11

Movie Knight Score

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Don Diego de la Vega, the original Zorro, trains a young successor to battle a tyrannical governor who wronged him decades ago. The new Zorro must learn to use his wit and sword to fight injustice, avenge past wrongs, and protect the people of Alta California.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 4/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Sword fighting and chases are frequent
Some characters drink alcohol and smoke cigars
Emotional moments involving family separation

What it models well

Courage in fighting injustice
Mentorship and legacy
Redemption and second chances

Talk about it after

The nature of justice and revenge
The difference between right and wrong
Dealing with loss and grief

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