The Pagemaster
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The Pagemaster

Best from age 6 · G · 1994 · 75 min

The Pagemaster

A timid boy, afraid of many things, seeks shelter in a library where he is magically transformed into an animated character. He journeys through classic books like "Treasure Island" and "Moby Dick" alongside talking personifications of Adventure, Fantasy, and Horror to find his way back home.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

2/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

None

0/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Moderate

3/10

Heads up

  • Some animated peril and scary characters
  • Themes of fear and anxiety

Models well

  • Overcoming fears
  • The magic of reading
  • Bravery and friendship
  • Imagination unlocks potential

Talk about it after

  • What makes a hero brave?
  • How do books change us?
  • Why is it important to face your fears?
  • The difference between fear and caution
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Cast & crew

The Pagemaster - 1994 Theatrical Trailer (35mm 4K)