The Red Tent
All ages

The Red Tent

Best from age 8 · G · 1969 · 158 min

The Red Tent

An Italian general reflects on his ill-fated 1928 Arctic airship expedition, grappling with guilt as he relives the disaster and the subsequent international rescue efforts. The film explores themes of survival, leadership, and human perseverance against the harsh elements.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Characters endure extreme cold and starvation
  • Depicts injuries and perilous situations
  • Emotional scenes of loss and despair
  • Some intense moments during the disaster

Models well

  • Perseverance in the face of adversity
  • International cooperation
  • Courage and sacrifice
  • Responsibility and leadership

Talk about it after

  • The historical context of the 1928 expedition
  • The challenges of survival in extreme conditions
  • The moral weight of leadership decisions
  • The importance of teamwork
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