Family guide to new movie releases
Published in Entertainment News
'WHITE BIRD'
PG-13 for some strong violence, thematic material and language.
What it’s about: An older woman recounts her childhood experience in the Holocaust to help her grandson learn a lesson about kindness.
The kid attractor factor: This young adult-aimed film has appeal for older kids and teens in its characters, story and lessons.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Kindness endures, don't be afraid to be different.
Violence: Some wartime violence, shooting, threats, children killed, etc.
Language: Some strong language.
Sex: None
Drugs: None
Parents’ advisory: A good film for helping younger audiences understand World War II and the Holocaust. Fine for older kids and up. Probably too mature for younger kids.
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'SATURDAY NIGHT'
Rated R for language throughout, sexual references, some drug use and brief graphic nudity.
What it’s about: Follows the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of "Saturday Night Live" in 1975.
The kid attractor factor: Not much, for adults.
Good lessons/bad lessons: The show must go on.
Violence: Some mishaps and fisticuffs.
Language: Swearing throughout.
Sex: Some male full-frontal nudity though not seen in full.
Drugs: On-screen drug use throughout — marijuana and cocaine.
Parents’ advisory: Too mature for kids but OK for teens.
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