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Prayers for Bobby fingerprint
A , drama: , but hopeful, .
Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking
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She loves everything about her son...except who he is.
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Is Prayers for Bobby worth watching?
Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 8 and Rotten Tomatoes 73%). Audiences rate it higher (83 out of 100) than critics (73).
Is Prayers for Bobby okay for kids?
Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for suicide themes and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.
Is Prayers for Bobby plot-driven or character-driven?
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.
What tropes does Prayers for Bobby use?
TV Tropes lists 33 tropes for it, including Tranquil Fury, Sensitive Guy and Manly Man, and Calling the Old Woman Out.