HOODWINKED
- PG

Little Red Riding Hood, sweet Granny, a
woodsman and a menacing wolf. Integral figures in a classic tale we all
know so well…or do we? With a witty twist, this well loved fairy tale is
re-told with a strong underlying message about the importance of seeking out the
full truth before making conclusions.
Someone has been stealing all of the goodie recipes from the forest snack
shops. Who's behind these dastardly deeds and what is their motive?
Are the recent happenings at Granny's house evidence that Granny or 'Red' are
really evil villains? Nicky Flippers, private eye, is on the case and
walks us through this puzzle of a mystery intertwined with the traditional
telling of Little Red Riding Hood.
New, delightful characters and an unsolved mystery make for great
entertainment for adults and children alike. Plan on an evening of smiles
and laughter as well as an opportunity for thoughtful conversation afterwards.
For
Parents:
Sexual
themes or content: None
Violence
& Gore: Some mild violence such
as 'Red' using her martial arts skills to flee from the Wolf and a tussle at
Granny's house are interspersed throughout the movie. The only real
concern of violence might be towards the end of the movie when the Goody Bandit
is cornered.
Profanity: Name calling (brat) and a few
substitute curse words (schnitzel).
Substance
Use: Insinuation of trafficking
(muffins instead of drugs)
Questions
for Discussion:
1.
Why
is it important to listen to all sides of a story?
2.
How
did Red handle her feelings of disappointment and
betrayal?
3.
Why
is it important to be honest?
Other
themes for Discussion:
Greed, selfishness, dreams and interests, change.
Helpful
Links
Honesty:
http://www.cfc-efc.ca/docs/cccf/rs036_en.htm
http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/lying.htm
Listening Skills:
http://parentcenter.babycenter.com/refcap/bigkid/glearning/68099.html