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Those Who Wish Me Dead
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Those Who Wish Me Dead

Common Sense says
age 16+
Strong violence, language in solid wilderness thriller. Full expert review
The Water Man
 
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The Water Man

Common Sense says
age 10+
Touching family drama explores love, friendship, and loss. Full expert review
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The Mitchells vs. the Machines
 
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The Mitchells vs. the Machines

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age 8+
Action-packed family adventure tackles tech dependence. Full expert review
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba: The Movie: Mugen Train
Movie

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba: The Movie: Mugen Train

Common Sense says
age 14+
Film continuation of anime series has scary body horror. Full expert review
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Jupiter's Legacy
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Jupiter's Legacy

Common Sense says
age 15+
Ambitious but flat superhero show has violence, profanity. Full expert review



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