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Teens · Ages 13–17

A midsummer night's dream

by Robert Swindells

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

This is a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's play, set in a contemporary English town, where young lovers and mischievous fairies get entangled.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some characters discuss romantic feelings and relationships.

Violence / Gore0

Violence is absent from this story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not present in the text.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this adaptation.

Substance Use0

No characters contemplate or attempt suicide.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Self-harm is not depicted in the narrative.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain frightening elements.

Occult & Witchcraft20

Fairies and their magical mischief are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this adaptation.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this adaptation.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in pursuing their desires.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from this adaptation.

Love & Friendship20

The fairies' actions, though chaotic, are driven by a form of playful love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and repentance are not explicit themes here.

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