Question 1

What age is The Tracker appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Tracker (1988) best from about age 13. A retired tracker must pursue a violent outlaw gang. He reluctantly brings his son along, who learns about the brutal realities of justice in the Old West.

Question 2

What is The Tracker rated?

Accepted Answer

The Tracker (1988) is rated PG-13. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in The Tracker?

Accepted Answer

Western violence, including shootouts and chases; Some characters are killed or injured; Themes of loss and the harshness of frontier life. Violence is notable, language is mild, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is mild.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Tracker?

Accepted Answer

Justice and responsibility; Family bonds and understanding; Confronting difficult truths.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Tracker?

Accepted Answer

The cycle of violence and its impact; What makes a hero in a tough world?; The meaning of justice vs. revenge.

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