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Family guide to new movie releases

Katie Walsh, Tribune News Service on

Published in Parenting News

'HIM'

Rated R for strong bloody violence, language throughout, sexual material, nudity and some drug use.

What it’s about: An up-and-coming star quarterback enters into a secretive football training camp with his idol.

The kid attractor factor: This is a brutal horror movie, not for kids, but teens might be intrigued.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Chasing fame and glory is a bloody and dangerous quest.

Violence: Some extreme bloody violence and images.

Language: Swearing throughout.

Sex: Suggestive images, references to sex, some nudity.

Drugs: Marijuana use.

Parents’ advisory: Too bloody and extreme for younger audiences. OK for older teens.

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'A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY'

 

Rated R for language.

What it’s about: Two terminally single people meet at a wedding and embark on a fantastical journey through their past memories together.

The kid attractor factor: This romantic drama is aimed at adult audiences.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Be open to all of life’s surprises.

Violence: None

Language: Some swearing.

Sex: None

Drugs: None

Parents’ advisory: This is fine for older kids and teens if adult romantic angst is at all appealing to them.

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