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The Last Unicorn

(1982, Rated G, Family and kids, Starring Alan Arkin, Jeff Bridges, Mia Farrow)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Dated cartoon may prove difficult to sit through.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
  • Violence :

    Frequent amount of mortal threats ("I'll kill you!" and the like) and two fairly graphic death scenes.
  • Sex :

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Several utterances of "hell" and "damn."
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Last Unicorn

Parents need to know that this movie is best suited for mature kids approaching double digits in age. There's a proliferation of borderline profanity (including several utterances of 'hell', 'damn' and non-religious references to God), a frequent amount of mortal threats ("I'll kill you!" and the like) and two fairly graphic death scenes, which may make quite an impact on the younger children.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how the threatened and actual violence depicted in the film is fantasy and shouldn't be confused with everyday existence. Also, it may be pertinent to explain why the Unicorn leaves her newfound love at the movie's conclusion, despite the latter's proclamation of his undying faith.
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  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Nebraska
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    OH MY GOD i loved this movie. I know this movie is for children but i am 43 years old and I STILL love this movie. The epic struggle between the unicorn and his enemies is entertaining and inspiring. It teaches everyone how to never give up and that those pure in heart will succeed over evil. This movie is perfect for everyone no matter what age!

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Watch this one with your kids--I love it!

    I first watched this movie with my own kids, back in the 80s. One of my children--the youngest--did have some issues with it. He always was very sensitive to visual stimulus. There are several truly good messages embedded in it: helping others, believing in others and yourself, fighting for what's right. I also love the animation. It is not Walt Disney. It is beautiful in my opinion, even if it seems dated to some. I introduced my grandson to it last winter just after his 3rd birthday but I stayed with him and watched his reaction, prepared to turn it off if need be. He was quite taken with it and at the end, he shouted "She's fighting back" joyfully as the unicorn turns to face the red bull. He asked to see it again and again for about a month. This movie is not a simple story and takes aim at some pretty deep issues: death, love, regret, identity, facing fear. I think it will be revisited from time to time--I own the DVD, so we can do that, but only if he asks for it. I recommend this film so long as you stay in the room while the child is watching and pay attention to their reactions, be ready to talk about it if the child needs or wants to.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Missouri
    I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it 3.0

    my kids like it!

    my kids love this movie - they are very young, and some parents might night want their young kids to see it because the movie can be a little scary.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 2.0

    i laughed

    This movie cute & sweet! there is nothing wrong with this movie. my daughter thought it was good.

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