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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Saving Francesca

by Melina Marchetta

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A teenage girl navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and her own identity as she deals with her mother's mental illness.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The mother's mental health struggles are a significant theme.

Scary / Disturbing10

The emotional tone can be somber at times.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview promotion is present.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Francesca shows resilience and determination.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Strong themes of friendship and familial love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of understanding and empathy are present.

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