Spirited Away
animation
fantasy
184
Masterclass
Measurably increases domain knowledge or cognitive capacity
Ages 8-12SEL 36/50Reviewed by Cordelia Witty, EdS., NCSP
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
44
Educational Value/50
49
Craft & Quality/50
45
SEL Score/50
36
Cinematic Score/50
47
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
A girl must navigate a bathhouse of spirits to save her parents. Educational about Japanese mythology and identity.
Cognitive engagement from the magical world-building. Entertainment from the adventure and the visual beauty.
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