Can Harriet's powerful themes inspire kids?
"You have made it 100 miles to freedom, all by yourself."
You'd better believe it.
This intense historical drama explores the
life of freedom fighter Harriet Tubman
from her days as a young slave through her
role as a fearless conductor
on the Underground Railroad.
"If I'm free, my family should be too. I'm going back."
Talk about a true American hero.
Harriet is courageous, confident, and totally
dedicated to her cause.
She fearlessly travels South again and
again to save her family,
friends, and even strangers from the horrors
of slavery.
Expect some disturbing scenes of brutal, racist
violence, including bloody beatings
and deadly shootings, plus frequent use of
the "N" word.
As for takeaways, the film delivers a timeless
message about the importance of integrity
and taking risks to make a difference.
"I made this far on my own, so don't you tell me what I can't do."
Common Sense says Harriet is OK for kids 12
and up.
To read our full review and tell us what you
think, visit us at commonsensemedia.org.
