'MUFASA: THE LION KING'

Rated PG for action/violence, peril and some thematic elements.

What it’s about: This prequel to "The Lion King" shares the coming-of-age story of King Mufasa, and details the rift between him and his brother Scar.

The kid attractor factor: The dazzling photorealistic animation, songs and story in this beloved universe.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Your destiny is waiting for you, whether you expect it or not.

Violence: Some sequences of action and peril, fights among lions, dangerous floods, stampedes, etc.

Language: None

Sex: None

Drugs: None

Parents’ advisory: Some of the sequences might be too scary for little kids, but generally OK for all ages.

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'SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3'

Rated PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language.

What it’s about: This third installment in the Sonic franchise sees Team Sonic uniting to take on not one but two Dr. Robotniks to save the world.

The kid attractor factor: The animation, kiddie friendly characters, action/adventure, etc.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Teamwork over going rogue, learning to live with loss instead of enacting revenge.

Violence: Action/peril sequences, danger

Language: Some mild language, rude humor (butt jokes, etc).

Sex: None

Drugs: None

Parents’ advisory: OK for all ages but maybe too intense or scary for little kids.

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