Awareness

Awareness

Movie • 2023

Reality is an illusion.

Ian is a teenager who lives with his father on the outskirts by running small scams using Ian's ability to generate visual illusions upon unsuspecting victims. When one of his cons goes awry, his abilities publicly spiral out of control and Ian becomes the target of two rival organizations, each seeking to exploit his powers.

Science Fiction
Mystery
Thriller
Action
112 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 13+, but every child is different

The themes of manipulation, corporate exploitation, and runaway power dynamics require the emotional maturity of a teenager. Intensity levels necessitate guidance for viewers younger than 13.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

1/5

The film contains very mild romantic interest and occasional suggestive banter, but lacks any overt sexual content or nudity.

Violence & Gore

3/5

The action scenes involve stylized combat, pursuits, and the use of psychic illusions to inflict pain or disorientation, though blood is kept to a minimum.

Profanity

2/5

The dialogue includes occasional mild profanity such as "sh*t" and "h*ll," primarily used during moments of frustration or conflict throughout the film.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

1/5

There are brief background scenes featuring adults consuming alcohol in social settings, but substance use is not a focus of the plot.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The movie features constant psychological tension and eerie sequences involving visual illusions that may be disorienting or unsettling for younger viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This story explores what happens when special abilities become a source of conflict between competing groups, highlighting the importance of choosing your own path.

Content Warnings

Manipulation
Con-artistry
Psychological intensity

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

Expect intense pursuit sequences and conflict involving the misuse of psychological perception and illusions. The narrative focuses on power dynamics and the lack of trust in authority figures.

What Kids Can Learn

Viewers can observe the consequences of lying and the psychological impact of being used as a tool by larger, dehumanizing organizations.

Key Topics Discussed

Personal autonomy
Agency
Ethics of power

Why Parents Might Like It

The premise offers a grounded, high-stakes exploration of how corporate or governmental structures attempt to control individual potential.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

3/5

Focuses on the importance of autonomy, ethical responsibility, and the danger of allowing others to quantify or weaponize one's personal identity.

Positive Role Models

2/5

Characters struggle with moral ambiguity due to their survival-based lifestyle, though they eventually confront the necessity of making virtuous choices under pressure.

Diverse Representations

1/5

No diverse representation indicated in available information.

Educational Value

1/5

No significant educational curriculum or specific skill-building content indicated in available information.

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