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The Greatest Showman
Movie (2017)
The story of American showman P.T. Barnum, founder of the circus that became the famous traveling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Movie (2017)
The story of American showman P.T. Barnum, founder of the circus that became the famous traveling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
Includes passionate kisses between couples, a public kiss that is not reciprocated, and an interracial romance considered taboo.
Violence & Gore
A rich man slaps a tradesman's son, a young man is smacked for stealing bread, protesters threaten performers and burn down the circus causing a severe injury.
Profanity
Contains insults, a racial slur, and minor profanity like damn and God.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Adults consume champagne, liquor from a flask, beer, and shots in a pub.
Frightening Scenes
Angry protesters threaten the circus performers and later set the circus on fire, leading to a supporting character being severely injured.
Other things to know
Products and purchases are not present as Barnum is its own brand.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The movie encourages tolerance and acceptance of race, class, physical disabilities, and differences.
Role models
Circus performers bond and help each other feel accepted, while characters show loyalty and love.
Representation
The film encourages tolerance and acceptance of race, class, and physical disabilities, and features an interracial romance that was considered taboo at the time.
Learning
Families can discuss telling a fact-based biographical story as a musical.
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