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The Sorcerer's Apprentice
Movie (2010)
Balthazar Blake is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath. Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler, a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protégé. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness.
Movie (2010)
Balthazar Blake is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath. Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler, a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protégé. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness.
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Sex & Nudity
Couples are shown kissing in the film.
Violence & Gore
Violent sequences are larger-than-life with little gore, involving a swordfight, characters electrocuted by energy blasts, threats of killing, people impaled on swords, and a woman stabbing Merlin.
Profanity
The film includes a few exclamations of "hell" and "God."
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
A college student discusses partying and living it up with his roommate.
Frightening Scenes
The movie features thrilling action sequences with special effects that may be too scary or intense for younger kids, including swordplay, electric blasts, and characters threatened with peril.
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Commercial product labels are visible for Reese's, Golden Grahams, and an Emerson appliance.
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Positive messages
The movie conveys a positive message about being true to yourself, believing in yourself for success, and how betrayal harms both others and oneself.
Role models
Balthazar is principled, Dave wants to do what is right despite hesitation, and Dave's love interest looks past his awkward exterior to see his kind nature.
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