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About Time-Teen Movie Review
Turning 21 means you’re legal to drink, which is an exciting time for some people. However, on Tim Lake’s (Domhnall Gleeson, who played Bill Weasley in Harry Potter) 21st birthday, drinking is not the only excitement in his life. Tim’s father tells him that the men in their family have the ability to travel back in time. Continue reading
Thor: The Dark World: Kids Movie Review
Thor is back to save to the world! Things are going well for the prince of Asgard and guardian of the Nine Realms. He continuously helps his people in various situations and truly cares for their well-being. However it gets complicated when he visits his girlfriend, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) on Earth. When Jane’s not feeling well, Thor discovers that she’s been infected by an Aether, a life-threatening substance. Thor discovers that the evil elf, Malekith, (Chrisopher Eccleston) is involved, and wants to destroy the universe with the Aether. Now Thor and his colleagues risk their lives not only to save Thor’s true love, but also to safe the world!!
Rating: 4 out of 5 buckets
Release Date: February 25, 2013
MPAA Rating: PG13
Best Age Group: 10+
Sexual Content: Mild
Violent Content: Excessive
Crude or Profane Language: Mild
Drugs and Alcohol: Mild
Will It Appeal to Kids? Yes
Talking Points:
Thor and other character’s are willing to sacrifice their lives in their attempt to destroy Malekith, the evil villain.
There is an all-star cast, to name a few; Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, and Anthony Hopkins.
Sexual Content: Mild
- We see two different couples kissing.
Violent Content: Excessive
- There were a lot of battles with swords, guns and other weapons used.
- Spaceships crash and destroy buildings, resulting in several casualties.
- There were scary monsters and other evil creatures that caused mayhem throughout the film; swallowing humans, throwing cars, and stabbing people.
Crude or Profane Language: Mild
- We hear “sh-t,” “h–l,” and “d–n,” however, only a few times throughout the film.
Drugs and Alcohol: Mild
- Characters are shown drinking adult beverages.
- A scientist was known to take several prescription drugs.
Will It Appeal to Kids? Yes
Overall Thor is an action packed sci/fi film, one that kids (especially those that like super-hero movies), will enjoy. Depending on the child, I recommend this for kids ages 10 and up. Parents need to be aware of the excessive violent content woven through film.
Turbo-Kids Movie Review
Snails aren’t typically known for their speed, but that never stopped a misfit snail named Turbo. Turbo’s (voice of Ryan Reynold) life long dream was to race at the Indy 500, though an unrealistic goal. However, with hard work, perseverance, and an unexpected freak accident, Turbo’s dream was becoming a reality and a chance to race in one of the most prestigious motorsports in the world…The Indy 500. Turbo is a wonderful animated, suspenseful film for kids of all ages.
Rating: 5 out of 5 buckets.
Release Date: November 12, 2013
MPAA Rating: PG
Best Age Group: 5+
Sexual Content: Mild
Violent Content: Mild
Crude or Profane Language: None
Drugs and Alcohol Content: Mild
Will it Appeal to Kids? Yes
Talking Points:
Follow your dreams, never give up, and persevere; these positive messages are woven throughout the film…great parent/ child conversation!
Sexual Content: Mild
- A female racing snail flirts with Chet. She also makes reference to her “booty, ” (her shell).
Violent Content: Mild
- Crows snatch the snails and take them away. It’s implied that the snails will be eaten.
- An upset elderly woman attacks a man by hitting and kicking him.
- There is a big car crash at the Indy 500.
- During a race, a race car driver tries to hit Theo.
Crude or Profane Language: None
Drugs and Alcohol Content: Mild
- We see character’s drinking out of brown bottles labeled, “lager.”
Will it Appeal to Kids? Yes
Overall Turbo is a wonderful film for kids. With the wonderful messages, action and suspense; most youngsters will enjoy this film.
World War Z-Teen Movie Review
Gnashing their teeth, devouring humans and swarming in hordes with hopes to destroy the world. That’s who Gerry Lane (Brad Pitt) had to contend with…Zombies. World War Z centers around the life of former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane. He was once in war zones and dealt with several crisis’, and now it was time to focus on his wife and kids. However, when confronted by a world wide pandemic of zombies, he was the man who could save humanity, he had the experience and the skill, he was the man for the job!
Rating: 3 and 1/2 out of 5 buckets
Release Date: September 17, 2013
MPAA Rating: PG13
Best Age Group: 13+
Sexual Content: Mild
Violent Content: Excessive
Crude or Profane Language: Moderate
Drugs and Alcohol Content: Mild
Will Kids Like It? Yes
Talking Points:
The film was very well done! It seemed so real with great actors and amazing special effects.
Gerry (Brad Pitt) was a loving father and husband. He risked his life to help others, with hopes to save the world from the awful pandemic.
There were a lot of explosions, and character’s shot and mutilated. This film may be disturbing for some kids; see more details in the violent content.
Sexual Content: None
Violent Content: Excessive
- As the zombies attack, we see hordes of people running and screaming trying to find safety.
- We see the zombies bite and attack innocent people, though we don’t see a lot of close up shots.
- We see humans firing guns point blank at zombies and trying to fight off the creatures.
- People are attacked and bitten by zombies. Once bitten, a victim is transformed within 12 seconds to a zombie. The transformation was disturbing to see.
- We see Gerry fighting off the zombies and crushing their skulls.
- When a soldier’s hand was bitten by a zombie, we see Gerry chop of her appendage, before the venom could spread.
- We see a plane crash and the victims falling to the ground. After the crash we see Gerry agonizing with pain, as a piece of metal is stuck in his side.
Crude or Profane Language: Moderate
- Words such as; “sh-t,” “h—,” “a–,” “b–ch,” and “b–tard were said several times each throughout the film.
Drugs and Alcohol Content: Mild
- We see character’s drinking beer.
- Gerry injects himself with a drug.
Will Kids Like It? Yes
- Kids that like horror films, will most likely be captivated by this movie.
World War Z is a zombie, action packed thriller movie. Depending on the kid, and whether they like this type of movie, I feel this is appropriate for kids ages 13 and up. Parents need to be aware of the excessive violence throughout the film.
Man of Steel-Teen Movie Review
Clark Kent/Kal-E l(Henry Cavill)… a boy who was sent to Earth as a baby from another planet, a boy who grew up in Smallsville, Kansas; raised by farmers and loving adopted parents, a boy who helped those in need, a boy who became…Superman! Continue reading