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Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne

Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne

38m2021Canada, United States of America
AnimationFamilialComédie

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Watch-outs

Sadness / tears

What this film brings

friendshipempathyfamilyperseverance

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Violence

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None

Fear

1/5

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Mild

Sexuality

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Simple

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Expert review

This Peanuts special is a gentle family animation built around Christmas preparations and New Year's Eve, with a warm atmosphere that becomes briefly sad but stays reassuring overall. The main sensitive material involves Lucy's disappointment when her grandmother cannot visit, her fear that this means she is unloved, and a few mild arguments between children when the party does not go as planned. The intensity is low throughout, with no real violence, no physical threat, no sexual content, and essentially no harsh language, while the emotional moments are short and clearly framed within a safe and comforting story. For children who are especially sensitive to rejection, family changes, or ruined celebrations, parents may want to mention in advance that some characters feel hurt and frustrated, but the story remains calm and focuses on friendship, empathy, and recovering from disappointment.

Synopsis

After finding out her grandmother won't be visiting for Christmas, Lucy decides to cheer herself up by throwing the ultimate New Year's Eve party. Meanwhile, Charlie Brown tries to fulfill one of his resolutions before the clock strikes midnight.

Difficult scenes

The most sensitive scene comes when Lucy learns that her grandmother will not be coming for Christmas. She feels deeply hurt and worries that this means she is not loved, which may resonate strongly with children who struggle with canceled plans, family separation, or disappointing holidays. Later, the New Year's Eve party Lucy plans becomes tense because she tries to control everything and the other children stop enjoying themselves. There are hurt feelings and a verbal argument without physical aggression, which could unsettle younger viewers who are sensitive to social conflict or to the idea of being left out by a group.

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About this title

Format
Short film
Year
2021
Runtime
38m
Countries
Canada, United States of America
Original language
EN
Directed by
Clay Kaytis
Main cast
Etienne Kellici, Isabella Leo, Wyatt White, Terry McGurrin, Rob Tinkler, Lexi Perri, Hattie Kragten, Holly Gorski, Caleb Bellavance, Natasha Nathan
Studios
WildBrain Studios, Peanuts Worldwide