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All reviews for ages 14, arts and dance & book characters

43 results
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    Struck by Lightning

    Edgy high school comedy from Glee star has some iffy stuff.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    The Great Gatsby

    Fitzgerald classic gets a decadent, gorgeous, tricky update.
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Jack Reacher

    Serviceable but forgettable Cruise thriller is very violent.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Safe Haven

    Predictable romantic drama deals with pretty heavy themes.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film The Great Gatsby

    Eclectic homage to Jazz Age has edgy songs, mature themes.
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    By Various Artists
    (Music, 2013)
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    Wuthering Heights (2012)

    Contemplative adaptation focuses on teen passion and angst.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Lovestruck: The Musical

    Stellar dance numbers stand out in sexy, predictable romcom.
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Starstruck

    Fun mix of teen actresses, mystery in Golden Age Hollywood.
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    By Rachel Shukert
    (Book, 2013)
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    Les Miserables

    Excellent film adaptation of gritty, heartbreaking musical.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Requiem

    Gripping finale is good but leaves readers wanting more.
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    By Lauren Oliver
    (Book, 2013)
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    The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 2

    Final Twilight focuses on Edward and Bella's legacy.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Eleanor & Park

    Intense '80s romance is a fabulous pick for mature teens.
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    By Rainbow Rowell
    (Book, 2013)
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    Homeland

    Tense hacker adventure tackles government spying on public.
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    By Cory Doctorow
    (Book, 2013)
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    The Perks of Being a Wallflower

    Book-based drama for mature teens tackles tough subjects.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Alex Cross

    Perry underwhelms in formulaic, violent action thriller.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Warm Bodies

    Despite violence, book-based zombie romance is OK for teens.
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Searching for Sugar Man

    Intriguing docu about missing musician; some language, pot.
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Total Recall (2012)

    Remake is better looking, less violent, less thoughtful.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    666 Park Avenue

    Creepy drama has devilish themes and dark, violent visuals.
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Elementary

    Smart Sherlock drama is a great choice for mature teens.
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Damsels in Distress

    Wry college comedy may go over young teens' head.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    The Lucky One

    Sweet but formulaic love story OK for teen romantics.
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Rift

    Exciting, suspenseful prequel to Nightshade series.
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    By Andrea Cremer
    (Book, 2012)
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    All the Right Moves

    Choreography docuseries features more drama than dancing.
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Chaos

    Surrealism, folklore mix in unforgettable disaster fantasy.
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    By Nalo Hopkinson
    (Book, 2012)