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The King's Daughter
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The King's Daughter

Common Sense says
age 10+
Dreamy historical fantasy questions science; guns used. Full expert review
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Hotel Transylvania: Transformania

Common Sense says
age 7+
Slapsticky monster sequel has silly laughs, mild peril. Full expert review
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Scream (2022)
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Scream (2022)

Common Sense says
age 16+
Gory "re-quel" in meta-horror series is still wicked fun. Full expert review
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Sing 2
Movie

Sing 2

Common Sense says
age 7+
Star-filled sequel has nonstop tunes, mild violence. Full expert review
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God of War (2018)
Game

God of War (2018)

Common Sense says
age 17+
Bloody, gory, mature myth-based action/adventure is amazing. Full expert review
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Archive 81
TV

Archive 81

Common Sense says
age 13+
Found footage horror more unsettling than scary. Full expert review



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