Nimona

Nimona

Movie • 2023

A little anti. A little hero.

A knight framed for a tragic crime teams with a scrappy, shape-shifting teen to prove his innocence.

Animation
Family
Fantasy
Adventure
Science Fiction
99 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 10+, but every child is different

The film features stylized action sequences, moments of peril, and themes regarding systemic corruption and social ostracization. Older children are better equipped to process the emotional gravity of the shifting identities and the intensity of the conflict.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

1/5

The film features a brief same-sex peck on the lips and mentions a same-sex couple in the background, but contains no sexual situations or nudity.

Violence & Gore

3/5

The movie includes frequent fantasy action sequences involving sword fighting, energy blasts, and shape-shifting combat that results in some injuries but avoids graphic gore.

Profanity

2/5

There is occasional use of mild language including "h*ll" and "cr*p" (used a few times each) in casual or frustrated dialogue.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

1/5

There is a very brief scene showing characters in a pub-like setting with mugs that imply social drinking, but it is not a focus of the story.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The film contains some emotionally heavy themes regarding bullying and isolation, as well as scenes of dramatic peril and a large, intense monster-like creature that may be scary for younger viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This movie celebrates being yourself, standing up against unfair labels, and finding friendship with people who are different from you.

Content Warnings

Fantasy violence
Emotional rejection

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The film contains fantasy-based combat and sequences of intensity that may require discussion regarding themes of rejection and prejudice.

What Kids Can Learn

Viewers learn the value of questioning surface-level definitions of 'good' and 'bad' while practicing acceptance of those who do not fit societal norms.

Key Topics Discussed

Identity
Prejudice
Nonconformity

Why Parents Might Like It

Its bold visual style and subversive take on traditional knightly archetypes provide a refreshing, thought-provoking perspective.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

5/5

Emphasizes the importance of individual identity, questioning authority, and the power of radical empathy in building unlikely friendships.

Positive Role Models

4/5

Characters demonstrate significant personal growth by choosing authenticity over societal expectations and learning to bridge deep-seated ideological divides.

Diverse Representations

5/5

Features inclusive, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming coding as central pillars of the narrative, providing authentic visibility with depth and agency.

Educational Value

3/5

Encourages social-emotional learning regarding self-acceptance, the dangers of prejudice, and the nuance of challenging institutional bias.

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