Parents' Guide to Arte

TV Crunchyroll , Hulu Anime 2020
Arte TV poster: Arte and Leo, followed by three friends, walk down a Venetian street.

Common Sense Media Review

By Danae Stahlnecker , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 13+

Art history anime tackles inequality, has light innuendo.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 13+?

Any Positive Content?

  • Arte: Arte sits on a windowsill. She is wearing a nightgown and is intently focused on drawing.
  • Arte: Arte grimaces as she sands planels of wood.
  • Arte: Arte puts her hands to her head in shock. She stands in a room with framed art all over the walls.
  • Arte: Arte, in a dress, runs towards a group of men to join their game of ball.

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What's the Story?

ARTE follows aspiring artist Arte Spalletti (voiced by Felecia Angelle) as she struggles to prove herself in the professional art world of 16th century Florence.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
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This light-hearted drama anime stands apart for it's unique story and frank approach to discussing history and prejudice. Arte does a good job introducing young viewers to a different historical setting (Italian Renaissance). The dialogue and plot may be simplified or sometimes exaggerated, but the story doesn't romanticize history. Instead, it points out the very-real challenges of social and economic inequality.

Arte is a fully-developed, multidimensional character. She is a strong, inspiring female lead — but she also has realistic moments of doubt. She doesn't get "saved," and instead she must learn how to solve problems with her own wit, hard work, and social connections.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about prejudice and inequality. What obstacles does Arte face in trying to achieve her dream? What resources does she have that help her overcome those obstacles?

  • How is Arte able to make connections with people she disagrees with or whom look down on her at first? Why is it important to make connections with people we might not originally get along with or like?

  • How do Arte and her friends help each other? What do they learn from each other?

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Arte TV poster: Arte and Leo, followed by three friends, walk down a Venetian street.

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