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Charlie's Angels (2019)
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Charlie's Angels (2019)

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age 13+
Super fun reboot mixes female empowerment, lots of violence. Full expert review
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Ford v Ferrari

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Entertaining, well-paced racing biopic has strong language. Full expert review
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Santa origin story is a sweet reminder of generosity. Full expert review
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Doctor Sleep

Common Sense says
age 16+
Well-made "Shining" sequel has intense violence toward kids. Full expert review
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The Mandalorian

Common Sense says
age 10+
Sci-fi violence, real magic in small-screen Star Wars show. Full expert review




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