
I Want to Be a Soldier
Is your family a safe environment?
Directed by Christian Molina
Produced by Canonigo Films, Produzione Straordinaria
A dark, intimate portrait of a troubled child's psychological unraveling, exploring the roots of violence fascination and family dysfunction.
“I Want To Be A Soldier” is the story of Alex, an average 8 year old child who develops a morbid fascination for images portraying violence. He starts to have communication problems with his parents and other children at school and becomes withdrawn, inventing two imaginary friends.
Questions people ask
Is I Want to Be a Soldier sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is I Want to Be a Soldier scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does I Want to Be a Soldier end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is I Want to Be a Soldier easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is I Want to Be a Soldier violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like I Want to Be a Soldier
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as I Want to Be a Soldier
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like I Want to Be a Soldier, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like I Want to Be a Soldier, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like I Want to Be a Soldier, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.























































