FILM DISCUSSION GUIDE

Wonder
US, Hong Kong | 2017 | 113 mins | Dir: Stephen Chbosky | Cert. PG | Engaging for ages 7+
Curriculum links: English Literature, PSHE, Science

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Wonder
 Wonder
US, Hong Kong | 2017 | 113 mins | Dir: Stephen Chbosky | Cert. PG
Engaging for ages 7+ | Curriculum links: English Literature, PSHE, Science

Auggie Pullman has been born with facial differences

that have so far prevented him from attending a
mainstream school. Embarrassed, the passionate
young scientist spends most of his time with an
astronaut’s helmet on his head. As he starts attending
school for the first time, Auggie tries to fit in and make
everyone realise that he is no different to anybody
else. Telling its story from multiple points of view, this
sensitive adaptation of a bestselling novel is an
inspiring family film which demonstrates the
importance of learning to see the world through other
people’s eyes and to always strive to choose kindness.

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 Talk about it
before the film
Do you remember your first
day of school? How did you
feel beforehand? What
advice would you give to
someone in a similar
position?

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 Discussion points
1. Why is Auggie anxious about his first day at school?
Why does he wear his astronaut helmet?
2. The film presents the same scenarios from different
points of view. Why do you think the filmmakers
chose to do this? What effect does it have?
3. How does Auggie learn to accept who he is over the
course of the school year? What do his classmates
learn throughout this period?
4. How would you describe the tone of the film? In
what ways does Wonder embrace themes of
kindness and anti-bullying?

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 Extension activities
In the film, Auggie wears an astronaut
helmet which shows off his love of science.
What item or accessory would you wear or
carry to represent a part of your own
personality? Explain your choice to your
classmates.

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 Write about it
Bring your ideas together in a review and
share it on our Into Film clubs’ website. You
could include a summary of the story, mention
other films that it’s similar to, describe what
you particularly liked or disliked and give it
your star rating.

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1996 | Cert. PG | Engaging for ages 5+

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TriStar © (1996) All rights reserved.

Inside Out
2015 | Cert. U | Engaging for ages 7+

Animated adventure about the five

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to come to terms with moving home.
Disney/Pixar © (2015) All rights reserved.

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