Fireheart
Fireheart
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
1/5
Accessible
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Fireheart is a Franco-Canadian animated feature set in 1940s New York, following a 16-year-old heroine who disguises herself as a man to join a rookie firefighting brigade and solve a mystery involving strange purple fires burning down Broadway theaters. The overall tone is light and comedic, carried by a charming trio of misfit characters and a fast-paced adventure plot. Sensitive elements include several fire-related action sequences that can feel intense, a villain motivated by frustration and revenge, and a backstory revelation about the heroine's biological parents having died in a fire, which touches on themes of loss and parental deception. These elements are handled through stylized animation without graphic depiction, but some scenes may unsettle younger viewers. Parents can use the film as a springboard to discuss gender discrimination, perseverance, and the importance of honesty, making it a rewarding watch for children aged 8 and up.
Synopsis
The film explores the world of firefighters in 1920s New York City and tells the story of a 16-year-old girl who will have to become a hero in order to save her city.
Difficult scenes
Several fire sequences inside Broadway theaters depict purple flames rapidly engulfing enclosed spaces with characters in peril. Although rendered in a cartoon style, their recurrence and escalating intensity may create anxiety in younger or more sensitive children. The film's antagonist is a female chemist who has endured repeated professional humiliations and seeks revenge by burning the city down. While her motivation is explained and somewhat sympathetic, it gives the character a dimension of despair and radicalism that goes beyond a typical cartoon villain. Georgia discovers late in the story that her adoptive father has been hiding the truth about her origins, including the fact that her biological parents died in a fire for which he feels responsible. This emotionally heavy revelation involving parental deception, grief, and guilt may require guidance for younger viewers. A secondary character named Pauline appears to be trapped and possibly killed in a fire shortly after forming a trusting relationship with the heroine. The ambiguity surrounding her fate may distress children who have grown attached to her.
Where to watch
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Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Feature film
- Year
- 2022
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Countries
- Canada, France, United Kingdom
- Original language
- EN
- Directed by
- Theodore Anthony Lee Ty, Laurent Zeitoun
- Main cast
- Olivia Cooke, Kenneth Branagh, William Shatner, Laurie Holden, Kevin Dennis, Ryan W. Garcia, Mara Junot, Wilex Ly, Maya Misaljevic, Scott Humphrey
- Studios
- Entertainment One, Anton Capital Entertainment, Main Journey, Caramel Films, L'Atelier Animation, SND
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
1/5
Accessible
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Fireheart is a Franco-Canadian animated feature set in 1940s New York, following a 16-year-old heroine who disguises herself as a man to join a rookie firefighting brigade and solve a mystery involving strange purple fires burning down Broadway theaters. The overall tone is light and comedic, carried by a charming trio of misfit characters and a fast-paced adventure plot. Sensitive elements include several fire-related action sequences that can feel intense, a villain motivated by frustration and revenge, and a backstory revelation about the heroine's biological parents having died in a fire, which touches on themes of loss and parental deception. These elements are handled through stylized animation without graphic depiction, but some scenes may unsettle younger viewers. Parents can use the film as a springboard to discuss gender discrimination, perseverance, and the importance of honesty, making it a rewarding watch for children aged 8 and up.
Synopsis
The film explores the world of firefighters in 1920s New York City and tells the story of a 16-year-old girl who will have to become a hero in order to save her city.
Difficult scenes
Several fire sequences inside Broadway theaters depict purple flames rapidly engulfing enclosed spaces with characters in peril. Although rendered in a cartoon style, their recurrence and escalating intensity may create anxiety in younger or more sensitive children. The film's antagonist is a female chemist who has endured repeated professional humiliations and seeks revenge by burning the city down. While her motivation is explained and somewhat sympathetic, it gives the character a dimension of despair and radicalism that goes beyond a typical cartoon villain. Georgia discovers late in the story that her adoptive father has been hiding the truth about her origins, including the fact that her biological parents died in a fire for which he feels responsible. This emotionally heavy revelation involving parental deception, grief, and guilt may require guidance for younger viewers. A secondary character named Pauline appears to be trapped and possibly killed in a fire shortly after forming a trusting relationship with the heroine. The ambiguity surrounding her fate may distress children who have grown attached to her.