Tick Tock Tale (2015)
Story overview
Tick Tock Tale is a short animated film set in an old London clock shop. When a thief breaks in to steal valuable clocks, a small mantle clock steps up to help protect the shop's treasures. The story highlights themes of bravery, teamwork, and unexpected heroes in a charming, clockwork world. It's a brief, gentle adventure suitable for family viewing.
Parent Guide
A gentle, brief animated adventure suitable for all ages with positive messages about bravery and helping others.
Content breakdown
A thief breaks into the clock shop, creating mild peril as clocks are threatened with theft, but no violence occurs.
No scary or disturbing content; the thief is portrayed in a cartoonish, non-threatening manner.
No objectionable language.
No sexual content or nudity.
No substance use depicted.
Minimal emotional intensity; the story remains light and uplifting throughout.
Parent tips
This G-rated animated short is appropriate for all ages, featuring minimal conflict and no frightening content. The thief character is portrayed in a non-threatening, cartoonish manner without violence. Parents can be assured there's no language, sexual content, substance use, or intense emotional moments. The 7-minute runtime makes it easily digestible for young viewers with short attention spans.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
- What was your favorite clock in the shop?
- How did the little clock help the other clocks?
- What sounds do different clocks make?
- Was the thief scary or funny?
- Would you like to visit a clock shop?
- Why do you think the small clock decided to help?
- What makes something valuable or special?
- How did the clocks work together?
- What would you do if you saw someone taking things that weren't theirs?
- What does it mean to be brave even when you're small?
- What does this story suggest about judging things by their appearance?
- How might the story be different if set in modern times?
- What responsibilities do we have to protect things that matter?
- Can you think of real-life situations where someone unexpected becomes a hero?
- What qualities make someone a good helper in difficult situations?
- How does the film use animation to create personality in inanimate objects?
- What commentary might the film be making about value and worth?
- How does the London setting contribute to the story's atmosphere?
- In what ways do communities rely on unexpected members during crises?
- What cinematic techniques help tell this story effectively in just 7 minutes?
Where to watch
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