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Teens · Ages 14–16

Oliver Twist [adaptation]

by Pauline Francis

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

This adaptation follows the journey of Oliver Twist, an orphan in Victorian London, as he escapes poverty and injustice. He encounters various characters and situations.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

35/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are allusions to exploitation and hardship, but no explicit sexual content.

Violence / Gore40

Oliver witnesses and experiences crime, poverty, and harsh treatment.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild coarse language may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a focus.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The depiction of poverty and crime can be grim.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are included.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story critiques societal injustice and class disparity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Oliver shows resilience and courage in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme, but good characters exist.

Love & Friendship50

Kindness and loyalty are shown by some characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Redemption and the possibility of a better life are present.

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