Candyman
Movie • 1992
We dare you to say his name five times.
The Candyman, a murderous soul with a hook for a hand, is accidentally summoned to reality by a skeptic grad student researching the monster's myth.
Candyman
Movie • 1992
We dare you to say his name five times.
The Candyman, a murderous soul with a hook for a hand, is accidentally summoned to reality by a skeptic grad student researching the monster's myth.
Suggested Age
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This film features significant violence, disturbing themes, and mature horror elements. Its intense and graphic nature is unsuitable for younger audiences.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
There are some instances of partial nudity and implied sexual situations, but no explicit content.
Violence & Gore
This film features significant violence and gore, including graphic injuries, death scenes, and disturbing imagery associated with the Candyman's attacks.
Profanity
Moderate profanity is used throughout the film, with instances of words like 'sh*t' and 'f*ck' appearing in moments of anger or distress.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Social drinking and smoking are depicted in some scenes as part of the characters' environment.
Frightening Scenes
The movie is a horror film and contains many intense and frightening scenes, including jump scares, disturbing imagery, and a pervasive sense of dread and psychological tension.
Key Insights
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A scary story about a vengeful spirit who appears when people say his name five times. It's a legend that comes to life with frightening consequences.
Content Warnings
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What Parents Need to Know
This is a graphic horror film with pervasive violence, gore, and frightening imagery. The film delves into mature themes related to urban decay, social issues, and the supernatural, which are not suitable for children.
What Kids Can Learn
Children may not learn constructive lessons from this film due to its extreme violence and disturbing content. It can, however, serve as a cautionary example of the impact of extreme horror.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Appeals to adults who enjoy psychological horror, slasher films, and films that explore social commentary through a genre lens.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Explores the power of storytelling and myth; touches upon themes of social inequality and urban legends.
Positive Role Models
No positive role models are present; the central figure is a murderous entity, and the protagonist's actions lead to negative consequences.
Diverse Representations
Features Black characters in central roles, exploring their experiences within urban environments and the cultural resonance of folklore.
Educational Value
Offers a rudimentary look at how urban legends form and spread; can spark discussions about storytelling and its impact.
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