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Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

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In a peaceful little clearing, the remains of a hastily abandoned picnic sparks a battle between two tribes of ants. A bold young ladybug finds himself caught in the middle. He befriends the leader of the black ants, Mandible, and helps him save the anthill from the assault of the terrible red ant warriors, led by the fearful Butor. A fantastic journey at ground level.

Rated PG • 2013 • 1h 29m

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Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is a visually inventive, dialogue-free animated film that follows a young ladybug caught in a conflict between two ant tribes. Because the movie features stylized insect battles and occasionally tense sequences involving predatory animals, it is best suited for school-aged children. Parents should be aware of some mild peril and stylized combat, though the film contains no sexual content, language, or… Sign up for the full guide

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Is Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants appropriate for kids?

Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is a visually inventive, dialogue-free animated film that follows a young ladybug caught in a conflict between two ant tribes. Because the movie features stylized insect battles and occasionally tense sequences involving predatory animals, it… Read more — free account

Content severity in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

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Sex and nudity in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

There is no sexual content in the film.

Violence and gore in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

The violence is stylized and cartoonish, consisting of battles between insect colonies. Characters use miniature weapons, fall from heights, or are chased by predators like a lizard, a fish, and a frog; however, there is no blood or realistic injury.

Language in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

The film has no dialogue and therefore contains no profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

There are no references to or depictions of substances.

Mature themes in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

The story centers on themes of isolation, the struggle for survival, and the impact of war between rival groups. These themes are handled through the lens of a nature-based conflict and do not involve mature human subject matter.

Scary moments in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is a visually inventive, dialogue-free animated film that follows a young ladybug caught in a conflict between two ant tribes. Because the movie features stylized insect battles and…

What age rating does Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants have?

Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants about?

Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is a visually inventive, dialogue-free animated film that follows a young ladybug caught in a conflict between two ant tribes. Because the movie features stylized insect battles and occasionally tense sequences involving predatory animals, it is best suited for school-aged children…

Is there sex or nudity in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants?

There is no sexual content in the film.

How violent is Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants?

The violence is stylized and cartoonish, consisting of battles between insect colonies. Characters use miniature weapons, fall from heights, or are chased by predators like a lizard, a fish, and a frog; however, there is no blood or realistic injury.

Is the language in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants appropriate for kids?

The film has no dialogue and therefore contains no profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants?

There are no references to or depictions of substances.

What mature themes appear in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants?

The story centers on themes of isolation, the struggle for survival, and the impact of war between rival groups. These themes are handled through the lens of a nature-based conflict and do not involve mature human subject matter.

How long is Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants?

Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants runs 89 minutes, directed by Hélène Giraud, Thomas Szabo, released in 2013.

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