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Good Will Hunting
Movie (1997)
Will Hunting is a headstrong, working-class genius who is failing the lessons of life. After one too many run-ins with the law, Will's last chance is a psychology professor, who might be the only man who can reach him.
Movie (1997)
Will Hunting is a headstrong, working-class genius who is failing the lessons of life. After one too many run-ins with the law, Will's last chance is a psychology professor, who might be the only man who can reach him.
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Sex & Nudity
Features gentle and passionate kissing, cuddling in bed, implied masturbation, and joking talk of blow jobs.
Violence & Gore
Includes a violent street brawl with blood, physical abuse references from childhood, an angry therapist choking a patient, and a character intimidating his girlfriend.
Profanity
Frequent strong language includes f--k, motherf----r, s--t, a--hole, retarded, d--k, p---y, and crude phrases.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters frequently smoke and drink alcohol, mention being hammered or alcoholic fathers, and reference cocaine use.
Frightening Scenes
Characters reference abusive childhoods involving cigarette burns and stabbings, and intense scenes include a violent street brawl and a therapist aggressively choking a patient.
Other things to know
Scenes feature locations like MIT and Harvard alongside visible brand cups and products like Dunkin' Donuts and Samuel Adams.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
Themes include nurturing gifts, love, true friendship, compassion, empathy, and integrity, though anger and intimidation are treated lightly.
Role models
The story features an angry young man transformed by supportive relationships, alongside teachers with different motivations and a supportive girlfriend.
Representation
The main cast consists of White men with minor characters of color, and features some dated humor alongside positive portrayals and emotional growth.
Learning
Families can discuss friendship in Good Will Hunting.
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