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Our take
A US PG animated memoir about a toddler in 1970s Japan. The rating cites thematic content, peril and brief scary images. Sibling fights, a wartime explosion reference and surreal creature moments appear. No profanity or nudity. Poetic and gentle but philosophical; best for kids 9+ with a parent to explain grief and war references.
Uplifting themes
Curiosity, family bonds and finding wonder in everyday rain Parents and caregivers nurture Amélie's imaginative spirit Japanese culture and daily life seen through a toddler's eyes
Story (may spoil tone)
The world is a perplexing, peaceful mystery to Amélie until a miraculous encounter with chocolate ignites her wild sense of curiosity. As she develops a deep attachment to her family's housekeeper, Nishio-san, Amélie discovers the wonders of nature as well as the emotional truths hidden beneath the surface of her family's idyllic life as foreigners in post-war Japan.
Details
Violence Sibling scuffles and a referenced wartime explosion; no graphic harm
Sibling scuffles and a referenced wartime explosion; no graphic harm
Language No language found in this title
No language found in this title
Sex / nudity No sex found in this title
No sex found in this title
Frightening Brief surreal creatures and peril may puzzle very young viewers
Brief surreal creatures and peril may puzzle very young viewers
Self-harm / suicide A stylized on-screen suicide attempt appears, without method detail
A stylized on-screen suicide attempt appears, without method detail
Sexual violence No sexual violence found in this title
No sexual violence found in this title
Child peril / abuse No child peril found in this title
No child peril found in this title
Bullying / discrimination No bullying found in this title
No bullying found in this title
Gore / death / weapons No gore found in this title
No gore found in this title
Dangerous behaviour No dangerous behavior found in this title
No dangerous behavior found in this title
Eating disorders / body image No eating found in this title
No eating found in this title
Mental health No mental health found in this title
No mental health found in this title
Gambling No gambling found in this title
No gambling found in this title
Grief / bereavement Life, death and war memory are woven into a child's poetic perspective
Life, death and war memory are woven into a child's poetic perspective
Flashing lights We have not confirmed whether this version contains flashing lights.
We have not confirmed whether this version contains flashing lights.
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Talk after watching
- Young Amélie sees herself as special. How do kids build confidence?
- Rain and seasons shape her world. What places feel magical to you?
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