‘SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE’
Rated PG for sequences of animated action violence, some language and thematic elements.
What it’s about: Spider-Man Miles Morales learns to write his own story as he contends with the legions and lore of Spider-People across the multiverse.
The kid attractor factor: It’s Spider-Man! The characters and animation will be a draw for kids.
Good lessons/bad lessons: It’s OK to reject what’s been written for you and write your own story. Parenting is hard and so is growing up and learning to be your own person.
Violence: Some animated violence and sequences of peril and fighting. Some dark/mature imagery and elements as well.
Language: Some strong language.
Sex: None
Drugs: None
Parents’ advisory: A truly magical visual spectacle that kids and young people will love. There are some dark moments and images of danger that may be a bit much for the littlest kids.
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‘PAST LIVES’
Rated PG-13 for some strong language.
What it’s about: A married writer reconnects with her childhood sweetheart visiting New York from Korea and the two contend with their past connection.
The kid attractor factor: None — this is an adult drama.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Make emotional room for the many different kinds of connections we have throughout our lifetimes — it can be not just rewarding but healing.
Violence: None
Language: Some strong language and swearing.
Sex: References to sex.
Drugs: Drinking
Parents’ advisory: This doesn’t have much appeal for kids but the material is fine for older kids and teens.
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