Soul
Movie • 2020
Everybody has a soul. Joe Gardner is about to find his.
Joe Gardner is a middle school teacher with a love for jazz music. After a successful audition at the Half Note Club, he suddenly gets into an accident that separates his soul from his body and is transported to the You Seminar, a center in which souls develop and gain passions before being transported to a newborn child. Joe must enlist help from the other souls-in-training, like 22, a soul who has spent eons in the You Seminar, in order to get back to Earth.
Soul
Movie • 2020
Everybody has a soul. Joe Gardner is about to find his.
Joe Gardner is a middle school teacher with a love for jazz music. After a successful audition at the Half Note Club, he suddenly gets into an accident that separates his soul from his body and is transported to the You Seminar, a center in which souls develop and gain passions before being transported to a newborn child. Joe must enlist help from the other souls-in-training, like 22, a soul who has spent eons in the You Seminar, in order to get back to Earth.
Suggested Age
Every child is different — this is guidance, not a rule.
Complex themes of existentialism and the meaning of life are explored, which may be better grasped by older children. Some moments of mild peril and philosophical concepts require a more mature understanding.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
This movie contains no romantic or sexual content, and no nudity.
Violence & Gore
There are some moments of mild peril and chaotic action, particularly when Joe's soul is separated from his body, but it is not graphic or bloody.
Profanity
There is very minimal language, with only a single instance of 'hell' used in a mild context.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are very brief, non-prominent instances of characters having a drink in a social setting, but it is not a focus of the film.
Frightening Scenes
The initial accident that Joe experiences can be a bit startling, and some of the abstract concepts in the 'afterlife' might be slightly unsettling for very young children, but it is not overtly frightening.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
A music teacher's soul gets separated from his body and he goes on an adventure in the afterlife to get back to Earth, learning important lessons about what makes life truly special along the way.
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
The film delves into philosophical questions about life's purpose and mortality, which might spark deeper conversations. There are scenes of existential angst and the abstract nature of the afterlife, but no overt violence or scary imagery.
What Kids Can Learn
Children can learn about the importance of living in the present, cherishing relationships, and pursuing what brings joy, rather than solely focusing on future achievements.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Offers profound philosophical insights presented in an accessible animated format, prompting reflection on personal fulfillment and gratitude.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Emphasizes finding purpose and appreciating everyday life. Teaches the value of experiences over singular goals and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Positive Role Models
Joe Gardner's passion for music and his journey of self-discovery offer relatable aspirations. The character 22 demonstrates growth and a shift in perspective from cynicism to appreciation.
Diverse Representations
Features a Black protagonist and explores diverse human experiences and perspectives through various souls.
Educational Value
Introduces concepts of the afterlife, the development of personality and passions, and encourages introspection about personal values and life's meaning.
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