Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg
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Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg is a German animated adventure with slapstick violence and some language that may come as a surprise for a movie aimed at kids. The movie tells the story of a streetwise city rabbit called Max (voiced by Gustav Bergold) who learns the fairy tale of Rabbit School is real when he crash-lands at their country base. In the city, Max shoplifts with his friends and wants to join a gang. But he also learns with the rabbits the importance of community, friendship, and perseverance, eventually earning Easter rabbit status. There is a strong message of accepting new ideas to improve a situation, even if it's already good. The movie features some mild threat and slapstick violence, along with one use of "crap," as well as the likes of "dimwit" and "jerk." The English language version uses the term "fatso" and casts the country rabbits with posh British accents and gives the fox family -- who are portrayed as being less intelligent -- characteristics that mimic the U.S. "hillbilly" stereotype. The movie is inspired by the 1924 children's book A Day at Bunny School by Albert Sixtus.
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What's the Story?
In RABBIT SCHOOL: GUARDIANS OF THE GOLDEN EGG, streetwise city bunny Max (voiced by Gustav Bergold) crash-lands a model plane among a family of foxes in the forest. When he discovers Rabbit School is real, he enrols to try and become a member of the prestigious Easter rabbit group and protect the golden egg from the foxes.
Is It Any Good?
This animated kids adventure about a group of rabbits, successfully and cheerfully gets across a complex message. Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg is a solid depiction of integration and open-mindedness, all wrapped up in a fun and fluffy Easter tale. The movie's messages of friendship and perseverance work well, too. A countryside vs. city debate weighs heavily on the side of the former. But to be fair to the movie's art department, they sure make it look nice. The character art is distinctive, too, closer to the innovative artwork of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse than just another Pixar mimic.
The one use of "aw, crap" -- in the English language dub -- stands out as unnecessary but is delivered quickly and will likely be missed by younger children. There's no reason for it to be there though. In its intro, the movie retells the story of Easter as a time when animals gave back to humans to thank them for when they left them food during a harsh winter. As such, viewers who prefer a more traditional Christian take on what Easter is about had best look elsewhere. But those looking for a light and breezy adventure with a good message should find lots to enjoy.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the slapstick violence in Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg. Did the fact that it was played for laughs make it less impactful? If so, why do you think that is?
Discuss the language used in the movie. Were you surprised to hear some of the words used in a movie like this? If so, why?
How did Max display perseverance? Why is perseverance a good character strength to have? Have you ever wanted to quit a task? Did you carry on?
Rabbit School improves when they let Max, who has different life experiences, join them. Do you think being welcoming and open-minded is important in the real world, too? Why?
The rabbits believe they are stronger by supporting each other. Is this a good way for people to live? Do you have anyone who encourages you?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming: March 22, 2018
- Cast: Gustav Bergold, Penelope Batel, Dulcie Smart
- Director: Ute von Münchow-Pohl
- Studio: Viva Pictures
- Genre: Action/Adventure
- Topics: Book Characters, Fairy Tales, Friendship
- Character Strengths: Courage, Perseverance, Teamwork
- Run time: 85 minutes
- MPAA rating: G
- Last updated: June 13, 2022
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