Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters

Review
In theaters January 11, 2013

Common Sense Media says

Ironic, dark-leaning fairy tale probably isn't for kids.

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters isn't a fairy tale for kids. It's a post-modern horror/comedy that takes place 15 years after the events of the well-known Brothers Grimm story. Scarred by that incident, the grown-up siblings (Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton) have trained to become world-class witch killers -- so you can safely assume that the movie will have plenty of blood and fantasy violence. Sexuality and/or innuendo may also be an issue. But similarity to Buffy the Vampire Slayer may draw in some teen fans.

Come back for our full review on January 11, 2013
Topics:monsters, ghosts, and vampires
Studio:Paramount Pictures
Director:Tommy Wirkola
Cast:Famke Janssen, Gemma Arterton, Jeremy Renner
Genre:Horror
Theatrical release date:January 11, 2013
This review was written by Jeffrey M. Anderson
 
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