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Alice Through the Looking Glass

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Parent's Guide to Alice Through the Looking Glass

Alice Through the Looking Glass is a visually stunning fantasy-adventure film, serving as a sequel to the 2010 movie adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic. The story follows Alice Kingsleigh as she returns to Underland to save the Mad Hatter, who is gravely ill and convinced his family is still alive. To help him, Alice embarks on a perilous journey through time, encountering various whimsical characters and confronting Time himself. The movie explores themes of family, friendship, self-belief, and challenging societal expectations, particularly regarding women's roles in the Victorian era. It is generally aimed at a younger audience capable of handling some intense fantasy action, while also offering elements that adults may appreciate.

Things to Consider

Medium7
LGBTQ & Gender IdentityViolenceRomance and Sexual ContentWitchcraft & OccultSubstance UseScary & Intense ContentDisrespect & Rebellion
Low2
ProfanityAnti-Christian Themes

Additional Context

Best For Ages

Parental guidance is recommended for children under 10, and suitability for ages 10 and above. The film contains numerous scenes of peril, fantasy violence, and intense emotional situations that may be too frightening or complex for younger viewers. While less dark than its predecessor, some elements, such as the Mad Hatter's illness and threatening scenarios, warrant guidance for pre-teens.

Good to Know

The film generally promotes positive values such as bravery, kindness, honesty, and determination, and highlights the importance of believing in oneself and doing good for others. Its primary focus is on an imaginative adventure and themes of personal agency. Parents may find opportunities to discuss these positive messages, as well as the real-life implications of actions like stealing and lying, despite their fantastical context in the movie.

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