Island of the Blue Dolphins

A quiet, sun-bleached survival tale that lingers on loneliness and small acts of kindness, gentle enough for families yet tinged with loss.

Directed by

James B. Clark

Genres

Adventure, Drama, Family

Starring

Celia Milius, Larry Domasin, Ann Daniel

Tagline

A Girl's Incredible Adventure on a Lost Island!

Overview

Based on the beloved book by Scott O'Dell, this family movie tells the adventures of a young Native American girl. After her father is killed by a malevolent white trapper, Karana joins her community as they leave their island home in the Pacific to live on the mainland. Upon her departure, Karana realizes that her brother has been left behind. She immediately swims back to be with him and the two remain on the abandoned island. Though Karana is able to domesticate a wolf, her brother is not so fortunate with the animals and is killed by a pack of wild dogs. She is left to survive against the odds.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, warm and tense. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Survival, isolation, grief, betrayal

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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