Young Woman and the Sea
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Young Woman and the Sea

Best from age 8 · PG · 2024 · 129 min

Young Woman and the Sea

This inspiring drama tells the true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel. With the help of her sister and coaches, she faces societal challenges and personal obstacles to achieve her dreams, becoming an Olympic swimmer and making history.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

2/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

Mild

2/10

Heads up

  • Some moments of intense physical strain during the swim.
  • Historical attitudes towards women may be challenging.

Models well

  • Perseverance and determination
  • Breaking barriers
  • Family support and mentorship
  • Achieving challenging goals

Talk about it after

  • Discuss the historical context for women in sports.
  • Talk about what it means to overcome adversity.
  • Explore the importance of setting big goals.
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