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Serious Concerns Keep "Instant Family" from Being Squeaky Clean

As terrific as this film's central message is, two concerns badly tarnish its appeal for many families who otherwise might have been inspired by its funny, moving and realistic portrait...

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7 Things Parents (and Potter Fans) Should Know about "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald"

What does the movie do well? And why should I see it or avoid it with my family and my Potter-loving sibling? Let's get right to the reasons for that. Here are 7 Things Parents and Potterphiles Need to Know about Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald...

It's a Mean One, Dr. Seuss' "The Grinch"

Mom, Dad, if your instant fear is that Hollywood is remaking one more classic into yet another toilet-humor rampage or disgruntled social-protest platform, well, worry not: This version of the Grinch's tale is well made, as clean as a crisp snow on a Sunday morning.

We have a full review from PluggedIn.com 

4 Things Parents Should Know about "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms"

Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG) has now been released and is in theaters; giving us the most ambitious live-action movie yet based on the classic story.
Here are four things parents should know....

Kendrick Brothers Release Teaser Trailer for New "Overcomer" Movie

AFFIRM Films and Provident Films have released a teaser trailer for Overcomer, the highly-anticipated newest feature film from the Kendrick Brothers (War Room, Courageous).

As a Superhero Story, "Venom" Lacks Teeth

The movie, perhaps like Venom itself, seems a little confused about its goals. Is it a traditional superhero flick? A brooding, action-oriented horror story (as suggested by the trailers)? An off-kilter buddy comedy?
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Is "SmallFoot" Trying to Stomp Out Religious Values?

There are positive messages in "SmallFoot" to chew on—just as long as you pay attention to how those other, more subtle subtexts here might be influencing younger viewers' hearts, too.  Want to know more?  Read our movie review from PluggedIn.com  

"Night School" is an Education in Comedy and Profanity

"Night School" is a mix of genuinely funny work from Kevin Hart and shallow values along with a generous dose of profanity.  Is it worth attending?  Read the review from PluggedIn.com  

"The House with a Clock in its Walls" May Not Be Right for Your Household

After just a short while, The House With a Clock in Its Walls reveals itself as a construct of odd bits and dark pieces that clack and clank against each other like a poorly assembled wind-up doll or a haphazardly geared clock. 

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7 Things You Should Know about "Unbroken: Path to Redemption"

The movie Unbroken: Path to Redemption (PG-13) has been released, telling the story of how Louis Zamperini – the subject of the bestselling book, Unbroken – returned from the war an angry man until he found Christ.

Here are seven things you should know:

TobyMac, Michael W Smith to Appear in Upcoming Film

TobyMac and Michael W Smith will make special appearances, including a concert performance by Toby, in the gripping upcoming movie, Beautifully Broken.  See what TobyMac had to say about his part in the film, and watch the official trailer.

Coming to theaters August 24...

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7 Things You Should Know about "Beautifully Broken"

A refugee's escape, a prisoner's promise, and a daughter's painful secret converge in this inspiring real life story of hope. As three fathers fight to save their families, their lives become intertwined in an unlikely journey across the globe, where they learn the healing power of forgiveness and reconciliation.

The Surprising Success — and Faith — of "Won't You Be My Neighbor?"

Perhaps the success of a documentary about a slow-paced children’s show hosted by a kind, soft-spoken Presbyterian minister shouldn’t be a surprise. After all, the success of the children’s show was itself a surprise and its host, an unlikely celebrity.

"SkyScraper's" Cliches and Bits Hardly Leaves You Hanging

Skyscraper is a CGI-infused hodgepodge of derivative bits culled from more memorable disaster thrillers.  Even with its nearly bloodless PG-13 filter in place, I find it hard to applaud a film full of ruthless, pedal-to-the-metal death and destruction as … family fare.

PluggedIn.com gives us a thorough look to see if it's worth seeing.  

"Incredibles II" Still Lives Up to Its Namesake

Incredibles 2 doesn’t match the majesty of Up or the profundity of Inside Out. But I think a lot of people will enjoy this movie more. It’s funny and smart, thrilling and sweet.

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Some Viewers May Want to Steer Clear of "Adrift"

7 Things Parents Should Know about "Solo: A Star Wars Story"

If you’re a parent needing spoiler-free content details, then you owe it to yourself to check out this analysis.  Also, if you’re a moviegoer who wants to know a little bit more, this will be a good read for you.  

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