Rogue One: A Star Wars Story-Kids’ Movie Review
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…..,” the famous Star Wars opening line is back. This film focuses on a group of rebel spies who are on a mission to steal the plans for the original Death Star, the Empire’s weapon of destruction. Now the war begins between the Rebels and Imperial troops. Rogue One: Star Wars Story is an action packed film, one for all those Star Wars’ fans!!!
Rating: 4 out of 5 popcorn buckets
Release Date: April 4, 2017
MPAA Rating: PG13
Best Age Group: 10+
Sexual Content: None
Violent/Disturbing Content: Excessive
Crude or Profane Language: None
Drug and Alcohol Content: Mild
Will Kids/ Teens Like It? Yes
Talking Points:
- Most Star Wars’ fans will enjoy the nostalgic sentiments similar to the the original 1977 film.
- The battle between good and evil is once again highlighted in the movie.
- The film demonstrates the importance of hope, trust, friendship and doing the right thing.
Sexual Content: None
Violent/Disturbing Content: Excessive
- There are numerous battles throughout the film. Characters are killed by lasers, bombs and explosions.
- We see a Rebel shooting a wounded Stormtrooper to ensure his death.
- A creepy looking creature wraps its tentacles around someone’s head.
Crude or Profane Language: None
Drug and Alcohol Content: Mild
- We see characters drinking in a bar.
Will Kids Teens Like It? Yes
- I interviewed several teenage boys. Most of them loved it, however a few thought it was slow and boring.
Overall this is another wonderful Star Wars film. Having said that, parents need to be aware of the excessive violence.
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