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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Hello darkness

by Anthony McGowan

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young boy navigates the challenges of growing up in a difficult environment, dealing with family issues and personal struggles.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some mild references to relationships and attraction may occur.

Violence / Gore30

Scenes of conflict and difficult situations are depicted.

Profanity / Language40

Profanity is present in the dialogue and narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use10

References to difficult emotions may be present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and struggle are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

No horror or scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview is secular and focuses on human experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

There may be subtle critiques of societal structures.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme or explicitly mentioned.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and their complexities are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Moments of understanding and empathy may occur.

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