Family guide to new movie releases
Published in Parenting News
'GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE'
Rated PG-13 for creature violence and action.
What it’s about: Double the creatures, double the fun. Godzilla and Kong team up to fight even more monsters.
The kid attractor factor: Kids who love monsters will love this one.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Sometimes rivalries need to be set aside for the greater good.
Violence: Lots of goopy, gross, creature violence and destruction.
Language: Some, not too much.
Sex: None
Drugs: None
Parents’ advisory: OK for older kids who have a thing for monsters, but too scary for kids who can't handle that kind of action.
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'IN THE LAND OF SAINTS AND SINNERS'
Rated R for violence, and language throughout.
What it’s about: A group of IRA terrorists hide out in a remote Irish village after a bombing and encounter a retired assassin.
The kid attractor factor: Not much — this is a serious adult drama/thriller.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Protect the vulnerable, and remember that there is always a chance for redemption.
Violence: Bloody violence, assassinations, shootings, bombings, children in peril, abuse.
Language: Swearing throughout.
Sex: References to sexual violence.
Drugs: None
Parents’ advisory: Too mature for kids. OK for teens.
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