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The Trumpet of the Swan

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    A good family movie; much to enjoy and talk about.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Tolerance of individual differences is a theme of the movie

  • Violence & scariness:

    Characters in peril

  • Sexy stuff:

    None

  • Language:

    None

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    None
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Trumpet of the Swan

Parents need to know that this rated G movie has some tension and peril, but is a fine family film based on E.B. White's story.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the importance of finding a way to communicate and the value of people who can understand us. They will also want to talk about the conflict faced by Father, who wanted so desperately to help his son that he was willing to risk his life and do something he knew was wrong.
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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Parent Reviewer
    Tsion
    Lives in Nebraska
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

    Great! Funny, Amusing, Great for Kids!

    Nothing to be concerned about. No sex, violence, or language. The film teaches about accepting individuals. Great for everyone!

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  2. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    migmigs123
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Trumpet of Swan

    hahahh this movie is beautiful

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  3. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

  6. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

  7. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    A must for kids of all ages

    This movie is great my daughter still loves it and she is 7 she first watched it around age 4 and I think its a great movie with lots of colourful backgrounds and great songs!! Kids keep wanting more I know my kids did and they are 7 and 2. Rent or buy it today!!

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