Parent Reviews of The Giver

Movie PG-13 2014 94 minutes
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Parents Say

age 10+

Based on 26 parent reviews

Parents say the film adaptation offers a solid exploration of substantial themes from the original novel, though some felt it simplified certain aspects of the storyline and characters to cater to a younger audience. While many found it enjoyable and emotionally impactful, especially the performances and musical score, opinions were divided on its appropriateness for younger viewers due to intense scenes involving violence and death.

  • emotional depth
  • thematic complexity
  • viewer age sensitivity
  • good adaptation
  • strong performances
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