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Movie reviews for fairy tales, great girl role models & wild animals

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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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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Betty & Coretta

    Moving tribute to two civil rights widows' legacies.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Brooklyn Castle

    Kids discover life on and off chess board in moving docu.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    In Vogue: The Editor's Eye

    Fascinating battle stories from fashion's front line.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Ring of Fire

    Poignant, inspiring bio pays homage to June Carter Cash.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Space Warriors

    Inspiring family film has positive messages, some bullying.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Penguins 3D

    Nature docu follows King penguin's quest to raise a family.
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    6
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Howl's Moving Castle

    Famed Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki brings his considerable talents to this beautiful and thoroughly original story.
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    8
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    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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    What Maisie Knew

    Wrenching drama about child custody can spark discussion.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Delhi Safari

    Bollywood numbers can't save derivative wild-animal tale.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Koala Kid

    Aussie circus adventure is fun, but has a few scary scenes.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Makers: Women Who Make America

    Inspiring survey of women's movement; some sensitive topics.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    The Revolutionary Optimists

    Indian slum kids stand up for themselves in poignant docu.
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    11
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    To the Arctic

    Educational documentary explores life in the frozen wild.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Life of Pi

    Beautiful, emotional, intense story of faith and friendship.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Curious George Swings into Spring

    Friendly monkey's escapades teach tots about nature.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Girl Rising

    Powerful docu explains why all girls need an education.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Sofia the First: Once Upon a Princess

    Darling royal tot is steeped in princess stereotypes.
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    3
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Tales of the Night

    Six stunningly animated fairy tales with a few mild scares.
    AGE
    8
     
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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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    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.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Ice Age: Continental Drift

    Prehistoric pals hit the seas for an exciting adventure.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2012)