Contact
Movie • 1997
Take a journey to the heart of the universe.
A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action, she must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.
Contact
Movie • 1997
Take a journey to the heart of the universe.
A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action, she must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.
Bara says...
Ages 12+, but every child is different
The film explores complex philosophical, scientific, and religious debates that require a mature attention span and critical thinking skills. It moves at a deliberate, dialogue-heavy pace rather than offering fast-paced action, making it better suited for older children and teenagers.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
The film features a brief scene of a couple in bed together, implying they have spent the night together, but there is no explicit content or nudity. There is some minor romantic tension between the lead characters.
Violence & Gore
No specific content noted
Profanity
There is infrequent use of mild and moderate language, including 'h*ll' (several times) and 'sh*t' (a few times) used primarily to express frustration or emphasis.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are occasional scenes featuring characters consuming alcohol in social settings or at home, but these moments are not a central focus of the plot.
Frightening Scenes
The film contains several intense sequences, including a disturbing and tragic bombing, as well as scenes of psychological stress and suspenseful moments regarding the unknown nature of the signals.
Key Insights
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A thoughtful story about a scientist who spends her life searching for answers in the stars and learns that the most important discoveries often happen within us.
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What Parents Need to Know
The film deals with intense debate regarding faith and science, potential global catastrophe, and government secrecy. No sexual content or graphic violence is featured, though thematic heaviness may feel overwhelming for younger viewers.
What Kids Can Learn
Viewers develop an appreciation for the scientific method, the importance of peer review, and the complexity of communicating across cultural divides.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It provides a sophisticated, intellectually stimulating narrative that treats its audience as intelligent and encourages deep conversation about the nature of belief.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Encourages the pursuit of intellectual curiosity, the importance of maintaining scientific integrity under pressure, and the value of finding common ground between differing worldviews.
Positive Role Models
The protagonist demonstrates persistence, intellectual rigor, and unwavering commitment to truth, serving as a strong model for disciplined ambition.
Diverse Representations
Features a strong female lead in a STEM field, though broader representation of marginalized groups remains limited by 1990s production standards.
Educational Value
Introduces concepts related to radio astronomy, the SETI program, and the socio-political implications of international scientific discovery.
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