Thelma
ActionComedyAdventure
16+PG-13
2024·1h 38m·Josh Margolin·Zurich Avenue·● Script read & verified
A Norwegian psychological thriller about Thelma, a sheltered Christian college student who discovers she has supernatural psychokinetic abilities while exploring her sexuality and identity. The...
Best watched together — Complex themes about sexuality, religion, and family relationships warrant discussion
Heads Up for Parents
The film contains LGBTQ themes and questions about religious faith that may conflict with some family values
What's In It
Violence
Very Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The entire plot centers on a grandmother's determination to protect her family from scammers, with themes of intergenerational love and elderly wisdom driving the narrative. Thelma's mission to safeguard her grandson reinforces the importance of family bonds and protective care across generations.
Community Notes
- Some religious communities may find the portrayal of Christian faith as repressive to be offensive
- LGBTQ advocates might appreciate the authentic portrayal of coming-out struggles in religious contexts
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Portrays the struggle of finding authentic identity within restrictive environments
- ✓Shows the importance of honest family communication
Cast:June SquibbFred HechingerRichard RoundtreeParker PoseyClark Gregg