Rating: PG-13Genre: Animated sci-fi Release Date: September 9, 2009Running Time: 79 minutes Child-friendly? Although 9 was produced by Tim Burton, this film is more violent and darker than many other animated films associated with the director's name. The presence of killer robots and the threatening atmosphere in which small dolls must fight for their life mean that the movie … [Read more...] about Movie Review: 9
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Movie Review: All About Steve
Rating: PG-13Genre:Comedy Release Date: September 4, 2009Running Time: 99 minutes Child-friendly? All About Steve is a romantic comedy that brings together Sandra Bullock (who has become a prominent figure in this genre) and Bradley Cooper, who was featured in this summer's R-rated hit The Hangover. This film is geared to teenagers with its theme of a girl essentially stalking … [Read more...] about Movie Review: All About Steve
Movie Review: X Games 3D: The Movie
Rating: PGGenre:Documentary Release Date: August 21, 2009Running Time: 92 minutes Child-friendly? This documentary that showcases extreme sport athletes may appeal to many older children and teenagers who are interested in biking and skateboarding. Though the movie does show how professional some of the young athletes are, parents may have to give stern reminders about not … [Read more...] about Movie Review: X Games 3D: The Movie
Movie Review: Shorts
Rating: PGGenre:Comedy Release Date: August 21, 2009Running Time: 89 minutes Child-friendly? Shorts is a new film from director Robert Rodriguez who gave families the Spy Kids trilogy. With this movie, Rodriguez again has a group of kids as his protagonists, only this time the story is about finding a magical multi-colored stone that grants wishes to whoever holds it. Some … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Shorts
Movie Review: Bandslam
Rating: PGGenre:Comedy Release Date: August 14, 2009Running Time: 111 minutes Child-friendly? Older children and teenagers will most likely be drawn to the film Bandslam, given its plot revolving around being a rockstar and how a love of music can take you places. It also has tween favorites Vanessa Hudgens from High School Musical and Alyson Michalka from Phil of the Future. … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Bandslam