Home Alone
Movie • 1990
A family comedy without the family.
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. When thieves try to break into his home, he puts up a fight like no other.
Home Alone
Movie • 1990
A family comedy without the family.
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. When thieves try to break into his home, he puts up a fight like no other.
Suggested Age
Every child is different — this is guidance, not a rule.
The film's humor relies on slapstick violence and a child's ingenuity in devising traps, which younger children might not fully grasp or could be overly stimulated by.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
This movie contains no sexual content or nudity, making it appropriate for all ages in this regard.
Violence & Gore
While there is cartoonish violence as Kevin defends his home from burglars, it is slapstick in nature and not graphic. The 'violence' involves traps and comedic falls, with no real injuries depicted.
Profanity
There is very infrequent mild language, with only a few instances of 'damn' used in frustration.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There is no depiction of alcohol, drug use, or smoking in this film.
Frightening Scenes
The film has some moments of mild suspense as the burglars attempt to break into the house, and some of the booby traps might be briefly intense for very young children, but it is mostly played for laughs.
Key Insights
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A boy gets left behind by his family during Christmas vacation and has to defend his house from burglars using super-smart traps!
Content Warnings
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
Features significant slapstick violence against the burglars, depicted in a cartoonish manner with no blood. The core premise involves unintentional parental neglect, which is resolved with a strong emphasis on family reunion.
What Kids Can Learn
Children can learn about thinking creatively under pressure and the value of home and family connection.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Offers nostalgic holiday cheer and a humorous, albeit exaggerated, portrayal of childhood independence and ingenuity.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Emphasizes resourcefulness and resilience in a child facing an overwhelming situation. It highlights the importance of family, even when circumstances separate them.
Positive Role Models
Kevin demonstrates cleverness and bravery, but his actions are extreme and reactive rather than proactive problem-solving. The parents show remorse and a strong desire to reunite with their child.
Diverse Representations
No diverse representations indicated in available information.
Educational Value
Limited direct educational content; primarily focuses on situational humor and creative problem-solving in a fantasy context.
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