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Crawl
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Crawl

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Relentless, terrifying alligator movie with lots of gore. Full expert review
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Stuber
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Stuber

Common Sense says
age 16+
Few laughs in uninspired, violent action comedy. Full expert review
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Gemini Man
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Gemini Man

Common Sense says
age 13+
Violent, effects-driven action misfire is sluggish, dull. Full expert review
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The Addams Family
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The Addams Family

Common Sense says
age 7+
So-so adaptation isn't spooky, kooky enough; a few scares. Full expert review
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Batwoman
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Batwoman

Common Sense says
age 13+
Fun series delivers precise superhero punch, some violence. Full expert review

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