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Bigfoot Family
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Bigfoot Family

Common Sense says
age 7+
Lots of action, peril in animated film with a message. Full expert review
Minari
 
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Minari

Common Sense says
age 13+
Thoughtful, inspiring drama promotes family understanding. Full expert review
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Tom & Jerry
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Tom & Jerry

Common Sense says
age 6+
Disappointing reboot has lots of cartoonish violence. Full expert review
The Croods: A New Age
Movie

The Croods: A New Age

Common Sense says
age 8+
Prehistoric cartoon sequel has slapstick, rude humor. Full expert review
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Ginny & Georgia
TV

Ginny & Georgia

Common Sense says
age 15+
Manic, mature mom-daughter series has sex, drugs, violence. Full expert review



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