The Goonies

The Goonies

Movie • 1985

They call themselves "The Goonies." The secret caves. The old lighthouse. The lost map. The treacherous traps. The hidden adventure. And Sloth… Join the adventure.

Young teen Mikey Walsh and his friends set off on a quest to find Pirate One-Eyed Willie's treasure in hopes of saving their homes from demolition. However, on their quest to find the treasure, they run into a family of recently escaped criminals, determined to capture the kids and reach the treasure first.

Adventure
Comedy
Family
114 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 10+, but every child is different

The film features moderate peril, intense sequences involving criminal threats, and intermittent strong language. Its fast-paced adventure and stakes are best suited for older children who can handle suspenseful confrontations.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

1/5

There is very mild romantic tension and a few instances of characters commenting on physical appearance, but no nudity or sexual content. The film includes a brief reference to a pornographic magazine being swapped for a travel book.

Violence & Gore

2/5

The film features stylized action involving criminals, including threats of physical harm, some scuffles, and dangerous traps. While the characters are often in peril, the violence remains largely non-graphic and fits the adventure-comedy tone.

Profanity

3/5

The dialogue contains frequent use of mild to moderate profanity, including words like 'sh*t' (numerous times), 'p*ss' (several times), 'a*s' (several times), 'd*mn', and 'h*ll', often used by the young characters in moments of frustration or excitement.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

2/5

There are scenes showing adult characters smoking cigarettes and brief depictions of social drinking. These habits are reflective of the era of the film's production but are not the focus of the plot.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The movie features several suspenseful sequences involving skeletons, booby traps, and menacing criminals that may be scary for very young viewers. The underground cavern setting creates an atmosphere of claustrophobic tension and danger.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This is an exciting adventure story about a group of friends who discover that sticking together helps them solve tough problems and face their fears.

Content Warnings

Violence involving criminals
Intense suspenseful situations

Detailed Analysis

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What Parents Need to Know

Features scenes of children in danger, threats from adult criminals, and instances of verbal hostility that may be intense for sensitive viewers.

What Kids Can Learn

Kids can identify the value of relying on peers, thinking critically under pressure, and standing up for their families.

Key Topics Discussed

Treasure hunting
Coming of age
Problem solving

Why Parents Might Like It

It captures the essence of classic 80s ensemble adventure cinema and resonates with themes of childhood camaraderie and nostalgia.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

4/5

Emphasizes the power of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of working together to overcome significant obstacles and protect one's community.

Positive Role Models

3/5

The protagonists demonstrate resourcefulness, bravery, and persistence, though they occasionally engage in bickering and minor rule-breaking.

Diverse Representations

2/5

Includes an ethnically diverse group of friends, though character development primarily focuses on group dynamics rather than specific cultural exploration.

Educational Value

2/5

Introduces basic concepts of teamwork, deductive reasoning, and physical exploration.

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