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The Pagemaster

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Alice in Wonderland tale extols power of books.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    A young boy learns to conquer his fears by sticking up for his friends and in the process transforms himself from a coward into a hero.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Pirates talk about drinking rum.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Pagemaster

Parents need to know that this wholesome film is perfect for younger children. There are a few scary moments for children under the age of 6: spooky ghosts, evil pirates, a fire-breathing monster, and the notorious Mr. Hyde. Overall, the film is appropriately rated G and chockfull of positive messages.

Read our full review by Alex Orner

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what makes them afraid and what makes them feel safe. In addition, parents could discuss the importance of positive friendships. Why is it important to have good friends?

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  1. I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages

    This is a great movie

    This is a great film i think it has very positive messages. It is about a kid that is scared of almost everything he gets trapped in a cartoon world where he has to conquer his fears to get out. I think this is a great movie.

  2. I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Great for kids ages 6+

    Hi, I'm 10 years old. I think this story is for ages 6+. Some parts might be a little scary for kids that aren't very used to scary illustrations. A wonderful film about a young boy who is scared of almost everything, has a dream in a library after a thunderstorm, meets three friends Adventure, Fantasy and Horror. Then has to go through Classic Story's and find the "Exit".

  3. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Alaska
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

    Learn to love reading!

    This movie is great for those who already love reading or for those budding young readers. As an adult who enjoys reading I enjoyed how various elements of different classic books were woven together. My son, who is just learning to enjoy reading, was excited to learn that many story elements were taken from real books that he could read. Great to encourage kids to read.

  4. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Arizona
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

    'The Pagemaster', A Hit for All Ages

    A thoroughly uplifting experience, filled with wholesome excitement and wonderful surprises! Two thumbs up, for certain!

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