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Prince Caspian, second of the Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis, centers around four siblings who travel to the fantasy world of Narnia. Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie had been to Narnia in the first installment (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe) and were crowned kings and queens. In Prince Caspian they return to Narnia, which has aged hundreds of years since their last visit. The rightful heir to the throne of Narnia, Prince Caspian, is threatened by his power-hungry uncle. Caspian gains support from Narnian creatures such as tree spirits, dwarves and talking animals, who have been nearly exterminated. Together with Aslan the lion, the four Pevensie siblings join the Narnians in helping Caspian to battle his evil uncle and regain the throne.  

Potentially disturbing content in this film is found mainly in its many epic battle scenes. Death and injury are implied but not depicted, nor are the battle scenes gory or gratuitous. There is no foul language or sex shown. Susan Pevensie and Prince Caspian have a flirtation and kiss at the end of the movie, but there is no further romantic content. The film stresses the themes of redemption, cooperation, fairness, perseverance, and the importance of doing the right thing and always having hope. C.S. Lewis, author of the book series upon which the movie is based, was a prolific author and Christian apologist, and several references to the importance of faith are woven symbolically throughout the film.

The PTC recommends this film for all ages 8 and above. The film merits the Seal of Approval because of its positive themes and clean content overall.  

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