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Age Guide7+
MPAA RatingPG
Year2014
Runtime1h 42m
StudioWalt Disney Animation Studios
DirectorDon Hall, Chris Williams
Cast
Ryan PotterScott AdsitDaniel HenneyT.J. MillerJamie Chung
AnimationActionAdventureComedyFamilySci-Fi
Big Hero 6
2014
A teenager and his late brother's healthcare robot team up with a group of friends to form a superhero team in a future city.
Content Guide
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Violence & ScarinessMild
Violence & Scariness
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LanguageNone
Language
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Sex & NudityNone
Sex & Nudity
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SubstancesNone
Substances
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Frightening ScenesMild
Frightening Scenes
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Positive MessagesExcellent
Positive Messages
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Role ModelsExcellent
Role Models
What's in this movie
- •A character dies in a fire
- •Villain revealed as someone consumed by grief and revenge
- •Robot battles and property destruction
- •Grief and loss are central themes
🌍 Cultural & Representation Concerns
Low
- •Set in 'San Fransokyo', a fusion of San Francisco and Tokyo — this cultural mashup was criticized by some Japanese viewers as conflating very distinct cultures for visual effect
- •The Japanese-American Hamada family is genuinely represented, but the setting treats Japanese culture as an aesthetic layer on top of an American city
Educational Value
A beautiful exploration of grief and the danger of letting loss consume you. Set in a futuristic city that celebrates Japanese and American culture.
💬 Pause & Talk — Discussion Topics
- 1.How does Hiro's grief almost lead him to do something terrible?
- 2.What is the difference between Hiro's need for revenge and Baymax's mission to heal?
- 3.How does Tadashi's influence continue to guide Hiro even after his death?
🏆 Awards: Academy Award for Best Animated Feature