Home Alone 4
Movie • 2002
Bigger house. Badder baddies. Bigger and better laughs.
Kevin McCallister's parents have split up. Now living with his mom, he decides to spend Christmas with his dad at the mansion of his father's rich girlfriend, Natalie. Meanwhile robber Marv Merchants, one of the villains from the first two movies, partners up with a new criminal named Vera to hit Natalie's mansion.
Home Alone 4
Movie • 2002
Bigger house. Badder baddies. Bigger and better laughs.
Kevin McCallister's parents have split up. Now living with his mom, he decides to spend Christmas with his dad at the mansion of his father's rich girlfriend, Natalie. Meanwhile robber Marv Merchants, one of the villains from the first two movies, partners up with a new criminal named Vera to hit Natalie's mansion.
Suggested Age
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The premise involves a child being left alone, which requires some maturity. Mild cartoon violence and peril present a manageable level of intensity for this age group.
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Sex & Nudity
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. The focus remains on family relationships and comedic hijinks.
Violence & Gore
While there are no serious injuries or gore, the film features cartoonish slapstick violence as Kevin sets up elaborate traps for the burglars. The peril is comedic and over-the-top rather than realistic.
Profanity
The film avoids any inappropriate language. The dialogue is clean and suitable for young audiences.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are no depictions of alcohol, drug use, or smoking in this movie. The content is kept entirely free of such themes.
Frightening Scenes
Some scenes may create mild tension as Kevin tries to outsmart the burglars, and there are a few moments of surprise. However, the overall tone is lighthearted and not truly frightening.
Key Insights
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Kevin gets left behind again for Christmas, but this time he has to protect his dad's new girlfriend's house from some sneaky burglars!
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What Parents Need to Know
This installment introduces family separation and features a new set of villains attempting to rob a mansion. The violence is slapstick and not graphic.
What Kids Can Learn
Children can observe how a protagonist uses ingenuity and everyday objects to overcome obstacles.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Offers lighthearted holiday entertainment and a continuation of a familiar franchise with a focus on child-led antics.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Focuses on a child's resourcefulness and resilience in challenging family circumstances.
Positive Role Models
Kevin demonstrates cleverness and problem-solving, but his actions are primarily reactive rather than proactive ethical decision-making.
Diverse Representations
No specific diverse representations are indicated in the available information.
Educational Value
Offers basic lessons in problem-solving and creative thinking in a comedic context.
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