Parent Reviews of Where the Crawdads Sing

Movie PG-13 2022 125 minutes
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Parents Say

age 15+

Based on 17 parent reviews

Parents say the film is a captivating adaptation of the original story but contains heavy themes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and abandonment, making it unsuitable for younger audiences or sensitive viewers. While some appreciate the acting and visual beauty, others criticize the screenplay for not accurately reflecting the emotional depth of the book, and the pacing is often described as slow and unengaging.

  • heavy themes
  • slow pacing
  • adult content
  • mixed reviews
  • faithful adaptation
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