The Miracle of Marcelino
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The Miracle of Marcelino

Best from age 7 · NR · 1955 · 91 min

The Miracle of Marcelino

An orphan boy raised by monks finds solace and friendship in a surprising place. His kind heart leads to a miraculous encounter that changes his life forever. This classic tale explores faith, innocence, and longing for family.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

1/10

Language

None

0/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

None

0/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Mild

2/10

Heads up

  • Marcelino longs for his mother, which may be sad
  • Brief moments of peril, like a fall
  • Some religious themes may require discussion

Models well

  • Compassion and kindness
  • Faith and spirituality
  • Innocence of childhood
  • The power of hope

Talk about it after

  • What it means to be an orphan and find family
  • The importance of kindness, even to strangers
  • How Marcelino shows love and faith
  • Discuss the concept of miracles and belief
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