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21 results
  • Review
    Life of Pi

    Beautiful, emotional, intense story of faith and friendship.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Finding Nemo

    Sweet father-son tale has some very scary moments.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Brave

    Mother-daughter princess tale has some very scary scenes.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

    A classic that parents and kids can enjoy together.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Firebreather

    This TV movie offers lots of positive content about self-image, friendship, and family bonds for kids.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole

    This action-packed fantasy brings the popular book series to life in what may be a surprise hit with your kids.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    A Town Called Panic

    This ingenious stop-motion adventure is a great first subtitled movie for kids.
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    9
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    The Great Mouse Detective

    Disney's animated tribute to Sherlock Holmes offers thrilling action for kids interested in detective mysteries.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Ponyo

    This stunning anime-style film follows a goldfish princess whose bravery leads to freedom -- at a price.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Nim's Island

    This offbeat adventure features Jodie Foster and tween star Abigail Breslin, whose charm and ingenuity carry the show.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2008)
  • Review
    Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

    A giant wererabbit ravages the town gardens -- with Wallace & Gromit in pursuit -- in this funny, family perfect movie.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2006)
  • Review
    The Incredibles

    Top-notch, action-packed fun for the entire family.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2005)
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    Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow

    Angelina Jolie stars in this imaginative adventure that will captivate kids (and parents!).
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2005)
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    Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope

    Sci-fi action classic perfect for sharing with kids.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2004)
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    Spirited Away

    This gorgeous film's young heroine battles evil to rescue her parents from a fearsome spirit world.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2003)
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    Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

    Kick it old school with this corny (but fun) 1986 flick.
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    10
     
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    (DVD, 2003)
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    The Princess Bride

    Swashbuckling action, sweet romance, and fractured fairy-tale humor -- what's not to love?
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2001)
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    The Black Stallion

    A lonely boy and a wild stallion conquer all the odds in what some critics say is the greatest children's movie ever.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2001)
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    The Return of the Pink Panther

    Kids just love unmasking pretension, and this riotously comic send-up of self-importance will tickle their funny bones.
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    10
     
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    (DVD, 2001)
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    Galaxy Quest

    An all-star cast, a hilarious script, and a totally twisted plot make this sci-fi spoof fun family viewing.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2000)
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    The Adventures of Milo and Otis

    A shy puppy and a crazy cat join forces in this silly tale about friendship and overcoming differences.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 1995)