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  • Review
    Return to Nim's Island

    Adventure sequel is well-rounded, family-friendly fare.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Makers: Women Who Make America

    Inspiring survey of women's movement; some sensitive topics.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away

    Spectacular, but without a real story, it might bore kids.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Barbie in the Pink Shoes

    Barbie teaches kids about classic ballets; some romance.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Ruby's Studio: The Friendship Show

    This insightful tool for building empathy and helping kids understand friendship will appeal to kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Searching for Sugar Man

    Intriguing docu about missing musician; some language, pot.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Won't Back Down

    Inspiring tale of a mom's quest to better her kid's school.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Pitch Perfect

    Edgy, teen-friendly musical comedy uplifts with song, heart.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Trouble with the Curve

    Teen-friendly baseball drama raises father-daughter issues.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Beasts of the Southern Wild

    Unlike any other movie out there, this moving, whimsical drama will really leave you thinking.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Step Up Revolution

    Dance movie is formulaic but boasts some fun sequences.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Amazing Spider-Man

    Action-packed series reboot has lots to offer Spidey fans.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    First Position

    Inspiring documentary about hardworking young dancers.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Take This Waltz

    Drama about love, temptation has lots of mature content.
    AGE
    17
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Jake Saves Bucky

    Delightful lessons and swashbuckling fun for preschoolers.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Damsels in Distress

    Wry college comedy may go over young teens' head.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap

    Fantastic hip-hop documentary has profanity, some drug use.
    AGE
    16
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Snow White and the Huntsman

    Violent fairy tale isn't for kids but will attract teens.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Lola Versus

    Hipster romantic dramedy has some sex, drinking, language.
    AGE
    16
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Rags

    Sweet modern fairytale shows off singing talents of stars.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Angelina Ballerina: Dreams Do Come True

    Sweet tale celebrates friends, family, positive messages.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Hunger Games

    Intense adaptation is violent, thought-provoking for teens.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    VeggieTales: The Penniless Princess

    Engaging, faith-based retelling of a classic princess tale.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Marley

    Comprehensive docu on iconic reggae musician.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Let It Shine

    Rousing rap-style musical has family-friendly themes.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)