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Family guide to new movie releases

Katie Walsh, Tribune News Service on

Published in Parenting News

'SPEAK NO EVIL'

Rated R for some strong violence, language, some sexual content and brief drug use.

What it’s about: An expat American family living in London go on a weekend trip to visit some new vacation friends in the English countryside. Things get increasingly uncomfortable and dangerous from there.

The kid attractor factor: This is an adult thriller/horror movie, not much appeal for kids.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Always listen to your instincts.

Violence: Some extreme bloody violence, shooting, stabbing, fights, etc.

Language: Swearing throughout.

Sex: Some references to sex and sexual situations.

Drugs: On-screen marijuana use.

Parents’ advisory: Too violent, scary and threatening for kids.

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'MY OLD ASS'

 

Rated R for language throughout, drug use and sexual material.

What it’s about: An 18-year-old girl gets the chance to talk to her 39-year-old self with the help of some magic mushrooms.

The kid attractor factor: There's some appeal for teens and teenage girls, but not for kids.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Don't take anything for granted, be present, have gratitude.

Violence: None

Language: Swearing throughout.

Sex: References to teen sex, making out, etc.

Drugs: The entire movie hinges around a drug trip (there are two) plus references to marijuana.

Parents’ advisory: Fine for teens but not appropriate for kids.

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