Roxy Hunter and the Secret of the Shaman

2008 TV-Y7 1h 30m DVD

Roxy Hunter and the Secret of the Shaman

2008 TV-Y7 1h 30m DVD
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Tween sleuth Roxy Hunter (Aria Wallace) befriends an odd man known as "the Shaman" (Richard McMillan) who lives in the woods in this family mystery tale. So when he's accused of stealing a valuable crystal, Roxy and her pal Max (Demetrius Joyette) investigate, determined to find the real thief. Meanwhile, as the bond between Roxy and the Shaman grows, the two learn some important life lessons from each other.
Cast
Aria Wallace, Robin Brûlé, Demetrius Joyette, Vik Sahay, Yannick Bisson, Richard McMillan
Director
Eleanor Lindo
Format
DVD
Screen
Widescreen Anamorphic 1.78:1
Subtitles
English, French
CC
Yes
Audio
English: Dolby Digital 5.1, French: Dolby Digital 5.1
Rating
TV-Y7 - This program is designed for children age 7 and above.
age 8+
Common Sense rating OK for kids 8+
age 8+

Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that the main character of this made-for-TV movie is an opinionated, strong-willed tween whose determination to solve mysteries often leads her to break rules (she sneaks out at night and steals a piece of a town monument) and act disrespectfully to adults and rudely to peers. But she's also self-reliant and resourceful and has enough self-esteem to stand by her convictions in the face of opposition. Suspense is mild enough that it won't bother the movie's target tween viewers, but two scenes show the supposed ghost of a young girl, and a few characters wrestle with having lost loved ones.

Sexual Content

Some mild flirting, and one brief kiss between adults.

Violence

A few suspenseful scenes (a boy is startled by a dark figure in the woods, for example), and the supposed ghost of a young child makes an appearance (dialogue refers to her death in a plane crash).

Language

Not applicable

Social Behavior

Roxy is a self-assured tween who's passionate about her beliefs and never backs down to peer pressure. But her determination often leads her to break rules (like sneaking out at night and befriending sketchy strangers), and she enjoys playing tricks on her friends. The movie also touches on the emotional response to losing a loved one.

Consumerism

The movie is based on one of a series of books, so young fans may take an interest in reading them (which certainly isn't a bad thing).

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

Not applicable

  • Age appropriate
  • Not an issue
  • Depends on your child and your family
  • Parents strongly cautioned
  • Not appropriate for kids of the age

This information for parents is provided by Common Sense Media, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving kids' media lives.

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