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DVD: Elf

Movies on DVD

Peppy holiday favorite for both kids and parents.

Release date: 11/07/2003

Age 7+

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DVD: Matilda

Movies on DVD

Offbeat fantasy gem, but too dark for young kids.

Release date: 8/2/1996

Age 8+

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DVD: Nancy Drew

Movies on DVD

Big-screen teen sleuth is cute, if a bit bland.

Release date: 6/14/2007

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Age 8+

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DVD: Time Bandits

Movies on DVD

Fun fantasy has a bit of bite.

Release date: 11/06/1981

Age 9+

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DVD: The Goonies

Movies on DVD

A classic '80s action-fantasy -- tweens will love!

Release date: 4/6/1985

Age 10+

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DVD: Lucas

Movies on DVD

A realistic look at a teen's coming-of-age.

Release date: 1/1/1986

Age 13+

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