Parents' Guide to Orlando Bloom: To the Edge

Orlando Bloom: To The Edge TV show poster: Orlando Bloom in profile by a cliff

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Joly Herman By Joly Herman , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 13+

Actor's heart-stopping adventures inspire growth.

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What's the Story?

In ORLANDO BLOOM: TO THE EDGE, actor Orlando Bloom admits that his biggest fear is not being able to face his fears. His concern is that if he doesn't face his fears, that fears will "consume" him. He decides to take on three extremely dangerous sports to challenge himself mentally, physically, and emotionally. How will he be changed by his quest? Will he walk away unscathed?

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An engaging and soulful answer to the question of whether the world need to watch another celebrity push himself to the edge. Orlando Bloom is part wild man, part monk in Orlando Bloom: To the Edge. He understands the power of storytelling, and seems to hope his viewers are interested in learning by watching him doing.

Although his adrenaline-seeking smacks of obsession at times, Bloom is careful in his indulgences. He takes precautions, admits his weaknesses -- and he reflects. But make no mistake, thrills are the stuff of Bloom's dreams. Parents and teens who are looking for an electric jolt of inspiration will enjoy this one the most.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about self-control in Orlando Bloom: To the Edge. Why is it important when taking on risky endeavors?

  • Orlando Bloom uses communication to help keep himself safe during his extreme adventures. How does talking about things to people with experience help keep you safe?

  • In this show, the viewer can see Bloom gathering the courage to do difficult things. Do you have a process that helps you build courage?

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