Lost & Found (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A bumbling knitted dinosaur must completely unravel itself to save the love of its life.
Rated NR • 2018 • 8m
The animated short film "Lost & Found" uses cute, knitted stop-motion characters to tell a surprisingly mature and emotional story. While completely free of dialogue, profanity, and substance use, its central plot revolves around a knitted dinosaur who must make the ultimate sacrifice to save a fox he loves. The primary content for parents to be aware of is the emotionally intense theme of self-sacrifice leading to a character's death… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Lost & Found appropriate for kids?
The animated short film "Lost & Found" uses cute, knitted stop-motion characters to tell a surprisingly mature and emotional story. While completely free of dialogue, profanity, and substance use, its central plot revolves around a knitted dinosaur who must make the ultimate… Read more — free account
Content severity in Lost & Found
What happens in Lost & Found, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Lost & Found
None. It is implied through actions that the dinosaur has romantic feelings for the fox, but nothing sexual or inappropriate occurs.
Violence and gore in Lost & Found
Violence is brief and stylized. One character falls into a drain and is shown in peril, struggling to stay afloat. The main character then unravels his own body to save the other, which is a form of non-graphic, sacrificial self-harm that is central to the plot.
Language in Lost & Found
None. The film is entirely dialogue-free.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Lost & Found
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
Mature themes in Lost & Found
The film's central theme is self-sacrifice, which is depicted in a very direct and emotionally impactful way. A main character deliberately ends his own existence to save another, which is presented as a heroic but permanent death. The short concludes with themes of loss and mourning, which may be profound and upsetting for younger viewers.
Scary moments in Lost & Found
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Lost & Found yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lost & Found appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Lost & Found is best for ages 8+. It's rated NR. The animated short film "Lost & Found" uses cute, knitted stop-motion characters to tell a surprisingly mature and emotional story. While completely free of dialogue, profanity, and substance use, its central plot…
What age rating does Lost & Found have?
Lost & Found is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Lost & Found about?
The animated short film "Lost & Found" uses cute, knitted stop-motion characters to tell a surprisingly mature and emotional story. While completely free of dialogue, profanity, and substance use, its central plot revolves around a knitted dinosaur who must make the ultimate sacrifice to save a fox he loves. The…
Is there sex or nudity in Lost & Found?
None. It is implied through actions that the dinosaur has romantic feelings for the fox, but nothing sexual or inappropriate occurs.
How violent is Lost & Found?
Violence is brief and stylized. One character falls into a drain and is shown in peril, struggling to stay afloat. The main character then unravels his own body to save the other, which is a form of non-graphic, sacrificial self-harm that is central to the…
Is the language in Lost & Found appropriate for kids?
None. The film is entirely dialogue-free.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Lost & Found?
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
What mature themes appear in Lost & Found?
The film's central theme is self-sacrifice, which is depicted in a very direct and emotionally impactful way. A main character deliberately ends his own existence to save another, which is presented as a heroic but permanent death. The short concludes with…
How long is Lost & Found?
Lost & Found runs 8 minutes, directed by Andrew Goldsmith, Bradley Slabe, released in 2018.
Where can I read the full Lost & Found parent guide?
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