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The One and Only Ivan
Best from age 6 · PG · 2020 · 93 min
Watch with a parentBest from age 6 · PG · 2020 · 93 min · Family · Comedy · Drama
The One and Only Ivan
Ivan, a gorilla living in a shopping mall, teams up with other animals to uncover his past and plan their escape from captivity. Based on a true story, this film explores themes of home, friendship, and freedom through the eyes of its animal characters.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Moderate3/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild1/10
Scary moments
Moderate4/10
Heads up
- Scenes of animal captivity and sadness
- Some mild peril when the animals try to escape
- Brief discussion of an animal's past trauma
Models well
- Friendship and teamwork
- Finding your true home
- Compassion for animals
- The importance of art
Talk about it after
- What does freedom mean to different characters?
- How did Ivan's art help him and his friends?
- Why is it important to protect animals and their habitats?
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