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Hustlers
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Hustlers

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age 16+
J. Lo crime comedy glamorizes stripping; language, drugs. Full expert review
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The Goldfinch
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The Goldfinch

Common Sense says
age 16+
Art-centered drama about loss has teen drinking, drug use. Full expert review
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It Chapter Two
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It Chapter Two

Common Sense says
age 15+
Fewer scares, plenty of blood in long but fun sequel. Full expert review
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Bennett's War

Common Sense says
age 12+
Predictable crowd-pleaser feels like a motocross commercial. Full expert review
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
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The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

Common Sense says
age 10+
Prequel saga is tense, violent, and a visual masterpiece. Full expert review

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