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Thunder Force
 
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Thunder Force

Common Sense says
age 13+
Language, violence, big laughs in diverse superhero comedy. Full expert review
Concrete Cowboy
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Concrete Cowboy

Common Sense says
age 16+
Language, violence in beautifully acted coming-of-age drama. Full expert review
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Godzilla vs. Kong
Movie

Godzilla vs. Kong

Common Sense says
age 12+
Blockbuster monster mash is heavy on mayhem, light on story. Full expert review
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A Week Away
Movie

A Week Away

Common Sense says
age 10+
Feel-good faith-based camp musical is clean and upbeat. Full expert review
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
 
TV

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Common Sense says
age 11+
Fan-pleasing superhero series has violence, some language. Full expert review
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