23 Blast-Kids movie review

Travis Freeman (Mark Hapka) has it all, he is a high school football star, he is very intelligent and he is a ladies’ man. However Travis’ life suddenly changes in the fall of his junior year; he is infected with bacterial meningitis and becomes blind. 23 Blast highlights Travis’ life, and how this teenage boy handles his devastating setback. Based on an inspirational true story about friendship, family and hope.

Rating: 4 and 1/2 out of 5 buckets
Release Date: January 13, 2015
MPAA Rating: PG13
Best Age Group: 10+
Sexual Content: Mild
Violent/Disturbing Content: Mild
Crude or Profane Language: Mild
Drugs and Alcohol: Moderate
Will it Appeal to kids? Yes

Talking Points:

Initially Travis locks himself in his bedroom, wondering why this happened.  However, after several months he eventually learns to accept his handicap and makes the most of his life. Great parent/ child conversation.

Sexual Content: Mild

• Two teenagers passionately kiss.
• Mild, innocent flirting amongst teens.

Violent/Disturbing Content: Mild

• We see hard hits on the football field

Crude or Profane Language: Mild

• “D–n,” and “h–l,” are said.

Drugs and Alcohol: Moderate

• We see teenagers at a party drinking out of red cups. One boy drinks right out of the keg and is shown drunk.
• We see a troubled teen drinking beer.

Will it Appeal to kids? Yes

Overall this is an inspirational sports drama. Depending on the child, this is appropriate for kids ages 10 and up.

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