Boy kills man
by Matt Whyman
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A teenage boy named Billy is drawn into a violent world after his father's death, leading him to confront dangerous individuals.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentImplied sexual encounters and mature themes are present.
Graphic violence, including murder and fighting, is frequent and intense.
Frequent and strong profanity is used by characters.
Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue.
References to drug use and its consequences appear.
Themes of despair and hopelessness are present.
The atmosphere is often tense and frightening.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is often bleak and cynical.
No specific portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly displays a desperate courage in dangerous situations.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Some loyalty to friends is shown, but not self-giving love.
Themes of redemption are absent; focus is on survival.
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