Animation as a tool to combat intellectual terrorism in children

This article explores the use of animated cinema as an effective tool for combating intellectual extremism among children, focusing on narrative methods and visual techniques employed to convey educational messages that promote tolerance and critical thinking. Through the analysis of a selection of animated films that address issues related to coexistence and the rejection of extremist ideologies, such as Zootopia (2016) and The Breadwinner (2017), the article examines how these works utilize visual symbolism, narrative structures, and characters to challenge extremist concepts. The research question centers on how animated films can play a fundamental role in shaping children's thinking and guiding them towards values of tolerance, respect for others, and understanding cultural diversity through engaging narrative techniques.

The study also looks into the psychological impact of these films on children and their potential to encourage rational stances against radical ideas. In analyzing these films, the article considers how symbolic elements (such as diverse characters and aesthetic designs) are employed to represent intellectual and social conflicts, as well as how challenges faced by individuals in confronting extremist thought are portrayed and overcome through cooperation and understanding.

Additionally, the article presents a comparative study of several animated films that tackle similar issues, analyzing the impact of cinematic production methods on children’s collective perception and how animation