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The English name of this film is "August Rush" [credits]
Here are some questions for you to answer.

The film is about a musical genius (prodigy) who grows up in an orphanage in New York City (north-east coast of the USA).

The boy changes his name from "Evan" to __. (What is the boy's new name?)

Who helps him choose his new name?

Where does he get the idea for this new name?

The great English novelist Charles Dickens chose names for his characters that had special meaning.  Describe the character of the man named "Wizard"?

This film follows Dickens' style in many ways. Dickens made use of vivid settings. Also, fate and birth (social class) are significant in Dickens' novels, as they are in this story. Advanced students:: Are these things important in this film?

Comments: This film is different from many other films on the movie circuit and his highly recommended for positive child and adult spiritual education. Films and books that parents should avoid exposing their children to are all in the Harry Potter series and the latest film, The Golden Compass.

• Director: Kirsten Sheridan
• Stars: Keri Russell, Freddie Highmore, Robin Williams
• Year: 2007
• Country of origin: US

Parents and Teachers:
August Rush Student Film Project [pdf]
Christian perspectives - Harry Potter [1] [2]
Islamic perspective - Harry Potter [1]