Helping you choose the best movies for your family
Movie Title: The Jungle Book Grade: A Rating: PG, 1 hour 51 minutes In a Nutshell: What do you get when you mix 90% CGI with a Rudyard Kipling remake? Surprisingly, a beautiful family friendly film. Director Jon Favreau gives … Continued
Movie Title: God’s Not Dead 2 Grade: B Rating: PG, 2 hours 1 minute In a Nutshell: This courtroom drama tackles religious freedom and the 1stAmendment. Christians will feel empowered, while “non-believers” will think it’s entirely ridiculous. … Continued
Movie Title: Midnight Special Grade: A- Rating: PG-13, 1 hour 40 minutes In a Nutshell: This sci-fi surprise is a fun road trip mystery. Indie director Jeff Nichols is a compelling storyteller that allows the audience time … Continued
Movie Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 Grade: C Rating: PG-13, 1 hour 34 minutes In a Nutshell: Produced by Tom Hanks, this sequel features the wacky Greek family we fell in love with in 2002. Opa! … Continued
Movie Title: The 33 Grade: B Rating: PG-13, 2 hours In a Nutshell: Based on the true account of 33 Chilean miners who were trapped far below the surface of the earth, this feel-good movie shows the human spirit and … Continued
Movie Title: The Divergent Series: Allegiant Grade: D Rating: PG-13, 2 hours 19 minutes In a Nutshell: Filled with TONS of CGI and special effects, this third installment in the Divergent franchise stretches out the … Continued
Movie Title: The Young Messiah Grade: PG-13, 1 hour 51 minutes Rating: B+ In a Nutshell: “Inspired by scripture, rooted in history”, this is a very respectful telling of what MIGHT have occurred in Jesus Christ’s … Continued
Movie Title: 10 Cloverfield Lane Grade: A- Rating: PG-13, 1 hour 45 minutes In a Nutshell: J.J. Abrams puts a spine-tingling spin on doomsday prepping. He is a master at suspense and this psychological thriller has plenty … Continued
Movie Title: Zootopia Grade: A Rating: PG-1 hour 48 minutes In a Nutshell: This smart, colorful animation has a touch of Disney magic with new, adorable characters that are sure to make this family-friendly comedy a classic. Zootopia is to … Continued
Movie Title: Gods of Egypt Grade: C Rating: PG-13, 2 hours 7 minutes In a Nutshell: Before my 15 year old son even saw this film, he determined “It’s just a special effects movie.” Indeed. It’s not a bad movie; … Continued