Paranoid Park
by Blake Nelson
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A teenage boy named Alex struggles with paranoia and the consequences of a skateboarding accident in Portland.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest is present.
Depicts a skateboarding accident and its aftermath.
Some profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemy is present.
Themes of anxiety and paranoia are central.
The protagonist experiences significant psychological distress.
The paranoia can create a tense atmosphere.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Focuses on secular psychological struggles and urban life.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows some resilience in dealing with his issues.
Christian faith is not a theme.
Friendship is a minor element.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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