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universal studios has released 81 movies that we have reviewed
  • Public Enemies
    Depp scores as Depression-era robber, but lots of violence.
    Release Date: 7/1/2009


  • Drag Me to Hell
    More scares than gore, but still too much for young kids.
    Release Date: 5/29/2009


  • Duplicity
    Clever, complex romantic thriller is too twisty for tweens.
    Release Date: 3/20/2009


  • Barbie Presents Thumbelina
    Eco-friendly story unrelated to real Thumbelina story.
    Release Date: 3/17/2009


  • Barbie: A Christmas Carol
    Less authentic take; also less to scare younger kids.
    Release Date: 11/4/2008


  • R.L. Stine's Mostly Ghostly
    Mild tween Halloween tale could use more thrills.
    Release Date: 10/3/2008


  • Mamma Mia!
    Upbeat, silly ABBA musical is flimsy but fun.
    Release Date: 7/16/2008


  • The Incredible Hulk
    Bloodier action than other comic book adventures.
    Release Date: 06/12/2008


  • Forgetting Sarah Marshall
    Breakup comedy not as crass as other Apatow hits.
    Release Date: 04/17/2008


  • Charlie Wilson's War
    Adult comedy takes an incisive look at politics.
    Release Date: 12/21/2007


  • Bring It On: In It to Win It
    Cheerleading retread has too many stereotypes.
    Release Date: 12/18/2007


  • R.L. Stine's Haunting Hour: Don't Think About It
    Tween-friendly, ad-happy Halloween fright fest.
    Release Date: 09/04/2007


  • I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry
    Typical Sandler comedy overflows with stereotypes.
    Release Date: 07/19/2007


  • Knocked Up
    Raunchy but tender comedy about sex & parenthood.
    Release Date: 05/31/2007


  • The Land Before Time XII: The Great Day of the Flyers
    Stale, slow dino friends tale for very young only.
    Release Date: 02/27/2007


  • Children of Men
    Gripping, violent look at the future. Adults only.
    Release Date: 12/25/2006


  • Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses
    Barbie fan's dancing dream is sometimes too scary.
    Release Date: 09/19/2006


  • Idlewild
    Violent musical featuring OutKast. Not for kids.
    Release Date: 8/25/2006


  • Karate Dog
    Too rough for any kid who'd find this dog funny.
    Release Date: 08/22/2006


  • Bring It On: All or Nothing
    Older teens may find something to cheer about.
    Release Date: 8/8/2006


  • Sherrybaby
    Gyllenhaal shines in gritty, haunting drug drama.
    Release Date: 02/05/2006


  • The Producers (2005)
    Long, too-faithful film of stage musical.
    Release Date: 12/16/2005


  • King Kong (2005)
    Boisterous, spectacular remake of 1933 classic.
    Release Date: 12/14/2005


  • Jarhead
    Intelligent and bleak; for mature audiences only.
    Release Date: 11/04/2005


  • Mee-Shee: The Water Giant
    Friendly father-son-sea monster movie.
    Release Date: 10/05/2005


  • Fast Times at Ridgemont High
    Teen movie is full of sex, drugs and misbehavior.
    Release Date: 08/13/2005


  • The Skeleton Key
    Creepy thriller that's too scary for younger kids.
    Release Date: 8/12/2005


  • Bring It On Again
    Sequel gives teen girls something to cheer about.
    Release Date: 01/13/2004


  • For Love of the Game
    An old-fashioned Hollywood sports story/romance.
    Release Date: 9/13/2003


  • Monsoon Wedding
    Poignant Indian tale of family, love, and culture.
    Release Date: 02/22/2002


  • Balto II: Wolfquest
    Dramatic tale for puppy-lovers and kids.
    Release Date: 2/19/2002


  • The Lost World: Jurassic Park
    Nastier beasts. Nastier people.
    Release Date: 10/10/2000


  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
    Stage musical successfully brought to the screen.
    Release Date: 7/21/2000


  • Primary Colors
    Well-acted drama full of Clinton-era jabs.
    Release Date: 03/20/1998


  • Elizabeth
    Mature, visceral depiction of a turbulent reign.
    Release Date: 01/01/1998


  • The Big Lebowski
    A wild ride for adults only.
    Release Date: 01/01/1998


  • Mouse Hunt
    A vivacious, clever slapstick comedy.
    Release Date: 12/19/1997


  • Liar Liar
    Carrey's mugging glosses over some tough issues.
    Release Date: 3/21/1997


  • Dragonheart
    A kid-friendly fantasy adventure.
    Release Date: 5/31/1996


  • Happy Gilmore
    Adolescent humor at its best/worst.
    Release Date: 2/16/1996


  • How to Make an American Quilt
    Rollicking, soap-like tale of women's love lives.
    Release Date: 10/06/1995


  • 12 Monkeys
    Terry Gilliam's violent dystopian masterpiece.
    Release Date: 1/1/1995


  • Casino
    Violent story of vice and virtue not for kids.
    Release Date: 01/01/1995


  • Mallrats
    Typical Kevin Smith fare; not suitable for kids.
    Release Date: 01/01/1995


  • Billy Madison
    Young teens will like brash, immature humor.
    Release Date: 01/01/1995


  • Junior
    Arnold's Mr. Mom film lacks belly laughs.
    Release Date: 11/23/1994


  • The Little Rascals (1994)
    Madcap, mischievous Our Gang remake.
    Release Date: 09/18/1994


  • The Flintstones
    Zany cave-age antics leaven too-serious plot.
    Release Date: 5/23/1994


  • Reality Bites
    Comedy about 20-something slackers isn't for kids.
    Release Date: 2/18/1994


  • Jurassic Park
    Terrifyingly realistic dinos run amok.
    Release Date: 6/11/1993


  • Dazed and Confused
    Plenty of drug use with very little consequence.
    Release Date: 01/01/1993


  • Schindler's List
    Accurate, heartbreaking masterpiece about the Holocaust.
    Release Date: 1/1/1993


  • Scent of a Woman
    Pacino's intense performance best for older teens.
    Release Date: 11/10/1992


  • Far and Away
    Intense, treacly Cruise-Kidman immigrant epic.
    Release Date: 05/22/1992


  • Sneakers
    A smart, smooth technological thriller.
    Release Date: 01/01/1992


  • Backdraft
    Ron Howard popcorn-muncher is sappy, not smokin'.
    Release Date: 10/03/1991


  • Fried Green Tomatoes
    Stirring, sizzling serving of female empowerment.
    Release Date: 01/12/1991


  • Kindergarten Cop
    The Terminator meets Mother Goose.
    Release Date: 12/22/1990


  • Born on the Fourth of July
    Unflinching story of Vietnam vet turned activist.
    Release Date: 12/20/1989


  • Back to the Future Part II
    Lackluster yet benign time-travel sequel.
    Release Date: 11/22/1989


  • Parenthood
    Hilarious and poignant, but not for kids.
    Release Date: 8/2/1989


  • *batteries not included
    A good film the whole family can enjoy.
    Release Date: 01/01/1987


  • Back to the Future
    '80s sci-fi time-traveler with laughs and romance.
    Release Date: 7/3/1985


  • The Breakfast Club
    Socially relevant '80s teen flick.
    Release Date: 2/15/1985


  • Dune
    A dated and bizarre mess of an adaptation.
    Release Date: 12/14/1984


  • Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition
    Extremely violent remake. Not for kids!
    Release Date: 12/09/1983


  • Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
    Edgy Python schtick better for older viewers.
    Release Date: 01/01/1983


  • The Incredible Shrinking Woman
    Excruciatingly bad Lily Tomlin comedy.
    Release Date: 1/30/1981


  • Coal Miner's Daughter
    Loretta Lynn's tough but heartwarming biopic.
    Release Date: 08/01/1980


  • Blues Brothers
    A cult classic for adults and older teens.
    Release Date: 07/16/1980


  • National Lampoon's Animal House
    John Belushi's raucous toga party for adults only.
    Release Date: 07/28/1978


  • Slap Shot
    Countless profanity penalties in ''70s hockey spoof.
    Release Date: 2/25/1977


  • King Kong (1976)
    Bad script and acting ruin a classic story.
    Release Date: 12/17/1976


  • Bionicle: The Legend Reborn
    Animated DVD based on popular toys has plenty of violence.
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  • Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas
    Sweet, funny holiday fare with familiar, loveable monkey.
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  • Frankenstein
    Classic monster movie still electrifies.
    Release Date: 11/21/1931


  • All Quiet on the Western Front
    Classic anti-war epic tells dire, exhausting tale.
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  • Holiday Inn
    Classic musical with some controversial material.
    Release Date: 1/1/1942


  • Psycho
    Horror masterpiece definitely isn't for young kids.
    Release Date: 8/2/1960


  • Pillow Talk
    Hudson and Day's Sex and the City, '50s-style.
    Release Date: 10/07/1959


  • Horse Feathers
    The Marx Brothers at their wacky best.
    Release Date: 08/19/1932


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