Helping you choose the best movies for your family
Movie Title: Breaking In Grade: C- Rating: PG-13, 88 minutes In a Nutshell: Just in time for Mother’s Day, Gabrielle Union does a good job showing us what any mama bear will do to protect her cubs. Unfortunately, … Continued
Movie Title: Tyler Perry’s Acrimony Grade: C Rating: R, 2 hours In a Nutshell: This is a Tyler Perry drama that’s being touted as a psychological thriller. What they mean is that it features a total psycho. The movie trailer … Continued
Movie Title: Death Wish Grade: B Rating: R In a Nutshell: With all the debate going on about guns and the 2nd Amendment in our America right now, this movie is tricky. Timing, eh? It’s all about arming yourself, getting revenge, … Continued
Movie Title: Hurricane Heist Grade: C- Rating: PG-13, 1 hour 43 minutes In a Nutshell: The title pretty much sums up the entire movie. Am I the only one who is wondering if this movie was just an excuse to play … Continued
Movie Title: Red Sparrow Grade: C- Rating: R, 2 hours 19 minutes In a Nutshell: This sex filled spy thriller features psychological manipulation and LOTS of undressing and naked bodies. Even Jennifer Lawrence shows us full … Continued
Movie Title: Game Night Grade: B+ Rating: R In a Nutshell: “And THAT is how you do a game night!” This dark comedy has enough twists to keep the audience entertained and guessing. Tips for parents: F-bombs, profanity, and … Continued
Movie Title: Braven Grade: C Rating: R, 94 minutes In a Nutshell: Directed by Lin Oeding, this Canadian action flick is all testosterone. Nothing like a relaxing winter day at the cabin. Ha ha My dad has a cabin in the mountains … Continued
Movie Title: Hostiles Grade: B Rating: R, 135 minutes In a Nutshell: While this film fits in the Western niche, its narrative is still relevant to today. Tips for parents: A man is shot and scalped within the first … Continued
Movie Title: Maze Runner: The Death Cure Grade: B+ Rating: PG-13, 114 minutes In a Nutshell: This third film provides a fitting finale to a thrilling young adult book and movie franchise. Congrats to my friend, James Dashner, for … Continued
Movie Title: Proud Mary Grade: C Rating: R, 1 hour 29 minutes In a Nutshell: Who doesn’t love Taraji P. Henson? I thought she was great in Hidden Figures, and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. She is equally competent on … Continued