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Movie reviews for magic and fantasy & cats, dogs, and mice, parents recommend

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  • Review
    The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

    Tolkien tale isn't as great as LOTR, but better for tweens.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Rise of the Guardians

    Holiday icons defend childhood in gorgeous adventure.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Jack the Giant Slayer

    Fantasy violence eased by humor in tween-friendly adventure.
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    11
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Monsters, Inc.

    Cute, kid-friendly monster movie; may scare sensitive kids.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    A Cat in Paris

    Animated thriller's action makes it best for older kids.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Cinderella

    Sweet fairy tale classic for little princes and princesses.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Mia and the Migoo

    Magical realism adventure promotes family, environmentalism.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Mirror Mirror

    Visually appealing fairy tale lacks oomph but fine for kids.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    John Carter

    Mars-based action epic has strong fantasy violence.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Secret World of Arrietty

    Deeply felt anime about loneliness and friendship.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Hugo

    Spectacular book adaptation is great for tweens and up.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Prep & Landing

    Clever holiday story is merry fun for the whole family.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

    Spectacularly epic, poignant end to a magical series.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Beauty and the Beast

    The ultimate makeover story has strong, positive messages.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension

    Quirky duo's other-realm adventures are fun for all ages.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    The Gruffalo

    Favorite book adaptation promotes brains over brawn.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

    Excellent, epic saga continues to get darker, more intense.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

    Engaging third Narnia adventure is fun for tweens and up.
    AGE
    10
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Despicable Me

    Clever, funny, and sweet villain-with-a-heart-of-gold tale.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

    Third Twilight movie has more drama, violence.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    16 Wishes

    Tweens won't be able to resist this movie's messages about appreciating things like a loving family and loyal friends.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Toy Story 3

    Smart, funny "threequel" is scarier than the first two.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    How to Train Your Dragon

    Thrilling 3-D adventure sends brains-over-brawn message.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Alice in Wonderland (2010)

    All-new 3-D Alice story is trippy and intense.
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    10
     
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    (DVD, 2010)
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    Toy Story 2

    Stunning, witty, exciting, enchanting, and moving.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2010)