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Midnight Special: Film Guide

Midnight Special
Midnight Special
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Ages

11+

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Short (1-4 activities)

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A film guide that looks at Midnight Special (2016), in which a young boy with extraordinary powers is taken on the run for his own protection in this sci-fi thriller.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including Religious Education, Film Studies, Citizenship and PSHE Education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding child safety, community, family, religions and beliefs, travel and exploration, criminal investigations and aliens.

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Midnight Special Film Guide

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  • Citizenship
  • Religious Education
  • PSHE Education
  • Film Studies

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