![]() Language is infrequent but includes a use of "s-t," plus "hell" a man is referred to as a "drunk." Parents and kids who see the film together can discuss its historical context and the importance of teamwork, compassion, and friendship. A school bully is cruel and demanding, and there are scenes in which characters must run for their lives. A supporting character dies (be prepared for sadness), and several scenes depict how civilians react to wartime bombings. Viewers particularly sensitive to violence involving animals should know that soldiers do shoot zoo animals in one scene, but the film focuses on the perspective of the boy watching it happen. ![]() The movie centers on a 12-year-old boy and two friends, who convince an elderly animal lover to help hide a baby elephant from the authorities, who've been directed to "destroy" any potentially dangerous animals. People need to know that Zoo is based on events that took place in Northern Ireland in 1941, during World War II. ![]()
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