Balto

    Balto

    Ages 4-121995
    G

    An animated adventure film following Balto, a half-wolf, half-dog outcast who becomes a hero during a diphtheria outbreak in Nome, Alaska in 1925. Based on true events, the story follows Balto's journey to deliver life-saving medicine to the remote town's children when he joins a dangerous sled dog relay across treacherous terrain. The film explores themes of courage, perseverance, and finding one's place in the world despite being different or misunderstood. While primarily featuring animal characters, the story celebrates overcoming prejudice and the importance of helping others in need.

    1995Released
    Genres: Animation, Adventure, Family

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Social or Historical Topics
    Moderate
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Minimal
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Minimal
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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