Family guide to new movie releases
Published in Parenting News
'BRING HER BACK'
Rated R for strong disturbing bloody violent content, some grisly images, graphic nudity, underage drinking and language.
What it’s about: A pair of orphaned step-siblings end up in foster care with a terrifying guardian who has plans for a dark ritual involving them.
The kid attractor factor: This bleak horror movie doesn't have appeal for kids.
Good lessons/bad lessons: If you see the red flags, run. Grief can drive someone mad.
Violence: Some extreme grisly images and bloody violence, involving children.
Language: Swearing
Sex: Male frontal nudity.
Drugs: Teen binge drinking.
Parents’ advisory: Too violent and disturbing for kids, OK for adults only.
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'KARATE KID: LEGENDS'
Rated PG-13 for martial arts violence and some language.
What it’s about: A kung fu student moves from China to New York and starts to train with two legendary teachers while teaching a few things himself.
The kid attractor factor: Kids will be drawn to the age-appropriate protagonist and story as well as the humor and action.
Good lessons/bad lessons: You can't deny who you are. Deal with it before it deals with you.
Violence: Martial arts violence and boxing, in the streets and in the ring. A stabbing.
Language: Some strong language.
Sex: None
Drugs: None
Parents’ advisory: Fine for older kids and teens. May be a bit much for little kids.
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