Plugged In Entertainment Reviews

Movie Review: A Quiet Place: Day One Oct 28, 2024

The third entry in the ‘Quiet Place’ franchise once again contrasts savage alien brutality with surprising human tenderness.

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Culture Remix: GLITCH Oct 29, 2024

GLITCH tells free, unique animated stories on YouTube. Unfortunately, not all the content here is free of bugs.

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SiYP: Cat Quest III Oct 30, 2024

Cat Quest III isn’t purrfect. But there’s a lot of swashbuckling, cat-quippy fun to sink your claws into.

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TV Review: Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Oct 31, 2024

Lady Lara Croft isn’t exactly what you picture when you think of a rich, manor-living, British noble.

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Movie Review: Hitpig! Nov 01, 2024

Toilet humor and slapstick violence might keep families from going whole hog on this animated pic.

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Movie Review: You Gotta Believe Nov 04, 2024

You Gotta Believe is an inspiring story about a little league team, but some foul language might prevent this from being a home run.

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Movie Review: Venom: The Last Dance Oct 25, 2024

This film can be fun (and funny)—but any positives are stuck within a vulgar, violent narrative.

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Movie Review: Twilight of the Gods Oct 24, 2024

Netflix’s Twilight of the Gods, created by Zack Snyder, isn’t something families will want to see.

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SiYP: Tablet Use Linked to Angry Outbursts Oct 23, 2024

A new study by JAMA Pediatrics found that kids who use tablets frequently demonstrate a “higher number of expressions of anger and frustration.” But how much are parents to blame?

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Culture Remix: Dungeons of Hinterberg Oct 22, 2024

Monsters, puzzles and casual chats make this water-colored dungeon-crawler a rare beast.

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Movie Review: Borderlands Oct 21, 2024

Despite Cate Blanchett’s presence in this video game movie, its language and violence mean there are better ways to spend an afternoon.

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Movie Review: My Hero Academia: You’re Next Oct 18, 2024

This feature film of the popular anime tells us it’s the heart that separates heroes from villains.

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TV: LEGO Pixar: BrickToons Oct 17, 2024

LEGO Pixar: BrickToons is short and simple, telling quick stories contained within a variety of Pixar’s famous franchises.

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SiYP: ChatGPT in College Oct 16, 2024

61% of college students surveyed said they use ChatGPT or other forms of AI, most of them using it a few times a week.

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Culture Remix: The Mystery of Locked Rooms Oct 15, 2024

Sarah and her friends love escape rooms. But now they must face their toughest challenge ever.

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Movie Review: Thelma Oct 14, 2024

This pic has good actors and some winning ideas, but it lacks a bit of grandmother’s common sense.

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Movie Review: Average Joe Oct 11, 2024

Average Joe delivers an inspirational, gritty portrait of a Christian coach who refuses to compromises his convictions when he’s mightily pressured to do so.

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TV Review: Agatha All Along Oct 10, 2024

Occult themes aren’t the only elements viewers must be mindful of in Disney+ & Marvel’s ‘Agatha All Along.’

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Pop Culture Remix: Brat Oct 08, 2024

Laced with explicit excess, Charli XCX’s latest glamorizes an unending party lifestyle that offers little beyond chasing the next high.

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Movie Review Harold and the Purple Crayon Oct 07, 2024

Harold and the Purple Crayon doodles up some laughs. It also draws us in to ponder spiritual questions about life’s purpose.

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Movie Review: White Bird Oct 04, 2024

As parents, we teach our kids to be kind. But in this World War II drama about a Jewish girl fleeing Nazi pursuit, expressing kindness is more than just being nice: It’s a matter of life and death.

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TV Review: Hop Oct 03, 2024

Hop aims to destigmatize disabilities and show how, disability or not, all kids have a common goal: to have fun!

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SiYP: Harder Being a Teen Today Oct 02, 2024

A Pew Research study shows about two-thirds of US parents of teens say it’s harder being a teenager today.

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Pop Culture Remix: Astro Bot Oct 01, 2024

Astro Bot represents the best of PlayStation while leaving the worst in another universe.

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Movie Review: Despicable Me 4 Sep 30, 2024

Despicable Me 4 delivers more of what we’ve come to expect from this franchise: silly slapstick, some toilet humor and sweet family messages.

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Movie Review: Wild Robot Sep 27, 2024

The Wild Robot is a good story—one that may have you smiling as you blink away a tear or two.

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TV Review: The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power Sep 26, 2024

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power returns for its second season, full of characters and bloodshed alike.

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SiYP: Teen Sues Meta Sep 25, 2024

A 13-year-old from New York filed a class-action lawsuit against Meta over its addictive features. Make sure your kids don’t need to become plaintiffs, too.

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Pop Culture Remix: Creatures of Ava Sep 24, 2024

Exploring a world, petting critters and cleaning up the environment are all part and parcel of this casual, animal-collecting game.

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Movie Review: Grave of Fireflies Sep 23, 2024

‘Grave of the Fireflies’ is a war movie that’s equal parts beautiful and terrifying, hopeful and heartrending.

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Movie Review: Transformers One Sep 20, 2024

There’s action, humor and, yep, even some heart in this latest Transformers pic. You could almost say it’s … more than meets the eye.

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Tv Review: Terminator Zero Sep 19, 2024

Terminator Zero is more philosophical than its predecessors, but the content may cause you to terminate your viewing experience.

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SiYP: Swype Sep 18, 2024

It’s a vaping device, and a phone, kind of, and it’s only $20.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Book of Bill Sep 17, 2024

Bill Cipher has made his way back from the (not-quite) dead, and he wants YOU to be his minion

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Movie Review: Uglies Sep 16, 2024

This movie about a futuristic world that imposes a cosmetic surgery at 16 ain’t always pretty.

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Movie Review: God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust Sep 13, 2024

God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust follows a template many Christians will appreciate—but it may not connect with those outside the fold.

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TV Review: Shadrach Sep 12, 2024

Shadrach has a Hallmark-esque quality to it. Add in the strong Christian themes and, for many families, it’ll be a home run.

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SiYP: New Senate Bills Protecting Teens Sep 11, 2024

Did you know that the Senate just overwhelmingly passed two important bills to protect kids online? Want to know more?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Campaign Sep 10, 2024

Young Maddie can’t vote yet. But that doesn’t mean she can’t run a campaign.

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Movie Review: Inside Out 2 Sep 09, 2024

Inside Out 2 is fun. It’s thoughtful. And it’s a fantastic conversation starter. And it lands just a hair below Pixar’s best films.

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Movie Review: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Sep 06, 2024

This sequel to the macabre 1988 original, like its namesake demon, can be deceptively, and seriously, problematic.

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TV Review: Time Bandits Sep 05, 2024

This 1981 Time Bandits adaptation comes with some story changes, new locations—and a couple issues, too.

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SiYP: Digital Self-harm Sep 04, 2024

Why are teens “pebbling”? How can parents respond to digital self-harm? And why are “septum arms” trending?

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Culture Remix: Thank Goodness You’re Here Sep 03, 2024

Cartoony characters and comedy patter make this indie game unique. But innocent-looking things aren’t always meant for kids.

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Movie Review: The Garfield Movie Sep 02, 2024

The Garfield Movie is a fun, new take on the orange tabby, but one with a few subtle nods to the progressive social mores of our day.

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Movie Review: Reagan Aug 30, 2024

The new biopic Reagan unpacks the life of our 40th president—his marriage, acting career, political achievements, and quiet-but-firm faith.

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Tv Review: Primos Aug 29, 2024

Tater’s house is full of all 12 of her cousins. Meanwhile, Disney’s Primos is full of slapstick humor, slightly sassy kids and sweet messages about family.

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SiYP- Star Wars: Hunters Aug 28, 2024

Patient Star Wars fans can get in on free team-based shooter play with Hunters. Those less patient, will need their wallets.

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Culture Remix: Ms. Rachel-Toddler Learning Videos Aug 27, 2024

Ms. Rachel aims to teach and entertain your children, often through singing songs. There’s just one discordant note of which to be mindful.

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Movie Review: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Aug 26, 2024

The fourth film in the latest reboot of this franchise delivers exactly what you’d expect with regard to its story and violence.

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Movie Review: The Forge Aug 23, 2024

The Forge is probably the Kendrick brothers’ most complete and polished work. And it’s a clarion call for Christians to go deeper.

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TV Review: Batman: Caped Crusader Aug 22, 2024

There’s a reason why bad guys are so terrified of Batman—and it’s not because he treats them to tea and gives them a stern talking to.

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SiYP: Gen Z Netflix Use is Catching Up to TikTok Aug 21, 2024

Is it possible that Gen Z is using Netflix almost as much as TikTok?

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Culture Remix: They Call Me No Sam! Aug 20, 2024

His real name is Grrowlo-Ruff-Ruff. But the naked-monkey-thing that he lives with calls him No Sam! Who can figure?

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Movie Review: IF Aug 19, 2024

Director John Krasinski’s follows a grieving tween named Bea who discovers the world is full of cast-off imaginary friends.

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Movie Review: My Penguin Friend Aug 16, 2024

This sweet and simple film celebrates the wonder of God’s creation, friendship and kindness—the sort of stuff that makes a broken world better.

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TV Review: Me Aug 15, 2024

Me explores one boy’s coming-of-age story as he grapples with both middle school and his newfound shapeshifting ability.

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SiYP: Social Media, Hazardous to Your Health? Aug 14, 2024

Warning: Social Media May Be Hazardous to Your Child’s Health, Says the Surgeon General

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Pop Culture Remix: Goat Simulator 3 Aug 13, 2024

Goat Simulator 3 is chaotic and bizarre, to be sure. But the silliness can also bite you when you’re not looking.

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Plugged In Review 8/12/2024 Aug 12, 2024

While Monster High 2 doesn’t come at viewers with its claws out, it does present some problematic issues in its worldview.

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Movie Review: It Ends with Us Aug 09, 2024

This examination of domestic abuse is incredibly heavy and contains a lot of sensual content. Moviegoers who might have thought this film was a light romcom should beware: It is anything but.

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TV Review: Wonderoos Aug 08, 2024

There’s a first time for everything, but the Wonderoos show you what to do when you encounter something new.

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SiYP: AI Therapy Apps Aug 07, 2024

Researchers at Dartmouth College have been running clinical trials on an AI-powered therapeutic app. What families should expect.

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Culture Remix: DEATH BATTLE! Aug 06, 2024

YouTube channel DEATH BATTLE! pits fan-favorite characters in fights to the death. As you might expect, these battles can quickly grow graphic.

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Movie Review: The Fall Guy Aug 05, 2024

The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is light. It’s fun. It’s clever. And … it’s got some problems

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Movie Review: Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie Aug 02, 2024

Bikini Bottom is in danger, and it’s up to Sandy Cheeks and SpongeBob to save it. But is this film a fun, barnacle-free swim for the whole family?

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SiYP: Parents Have the Power Over Screens Jul 31, 2024

It may not feel like it, but you’ve got the power to aid your kids when it comes to screens.

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Culture Remix: This Again? Jul 30, 2024

Noah is given a chance to make his middle school experience perfect after he gets a visit from … a time traveler.

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Movie Review: My Spy the Eternal City Jul 29, 2024

The Eternal City is an unfortunate step down from its predecessor in terms of content issues.

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Movie Review: Deadpool & Wolverine Jul 26, 2024

Marvel’s new film isn’t totally devoid of merit—but an abundance of crass and gory content make it fall well short of super.

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TV Review: WondLa Jul 25, 2024

Apple TV+’s WondLa is a fascinating sci-fi series that most families will find charming and entertaining.

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SiYP: Converting Overreaction to Interaction Jul 24, 2024

Being patient and calmly persistent may well bear fruit with your teens.

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Culture Remix: Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game Jul 23, 2024

These Killer Klown invaders come toting cotton candy ray guns and wearing galumphy shoes. But don’t forget the M-rated side of their play

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Movie Review: The Rise of Red Jul 22, 2024

As a standalone film, ‘The Rise of Red’ is one of the weaker—and more problematic—stories in the larger ‘Descendants’ franchise.

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Movie Review: Twisters Jul 19, 2024

This sequel to 1996’s Twister is exactly what you’d expect: raging tornadoes, nonstop action and a sweet (if predictable) romance.

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SiYP: Put Your Phone Away … Mom Jul 17, 2024

Are parents modeling the behavior they seek?

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Pop Culture Remix: Luke Combs-Fathers and Sons Jul 16, 2024

Luke Combs shows the world what imperfect, but faithful fatherhood should look like on his newest album, Fathers & Sons.

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Movie Review: Space Cadet Jul 15, 2024

Space Cadet has its merits. But even as some of its messages reach a comfortable orbit, its problems pull it back down to earth.

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Movie Review: Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot Jul 12, 2024

This inspiriting-but-gritty true story chronicles how a small Black church in East Texas adopted 77 at-risk children out of foster care, with plenty of joys and trials along the way.

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TV Review: Big City Greens Jul 11, 2024

Big City Greens is genuinely sweet and funny. And while it’s probably navigable for some families, it’s certainly not a home run.

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SiYP: Breaks in Social Media Use Jul 10, 2024

Young women who take a social media break for as little as one week have a significant boost in self-esteem and body image.

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Pop Culture Remix: Ferris Jul 09, 2024

When her grandma sees a ghost and her uncle moves into the basement, Ferris knows she’s in for an unusual summer.

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Movie Review: The Boy and the Heron Jul 08, 2024

The least accessible of the Studio Ghibli animations, The Boy and the Heron is a beautiful-but-chaotic fantasy fever dream.

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Movie Review: Despicable Me 4 Jul 05, 2024

If you’ve seen any films in this franchise you know what to expect here: a sweet story about family mixed with plenty of pratfalls and minion misbehavior.

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TV Review: The Boys Jul 04, 2024

Amazon’s dark and cynical homage to superheroes is neither super, nor heroic.

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Understanding ADHD and Dyslexia in Children Jul 03, 2024

Do you know how your kids are spending their time on Instagram?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Urban Rescue Ranch Jul 02, 2024

The Urban Rescue Ranch remains a safe place for animals—and an educational way to learn how you might take care of them, too.

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Movie Review: The Boys in the Boat Jul 01, 2024

The Boys in the Boat offers us an inspirational story that, outside a few issues, glides across the cinematic waters with nary a ripple.

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Movie Review: A Quiet Place: Day One Jun 28, 2024

The third film in this intense sci-fi franchise takes us back to the day aliens with hyperactive hearing arrived to begin hunting humans who inadvertently made too much noise.

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TV Review: Pete the Cat Jun 26, 2024

Based loosely on James Dean’s book series, Pete the Cat follows the laconic blue cat and his friends as they learn simple life morals.

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SiYP: Cassette Tapes Jun 26, 2024

The nostalgia of cassette tapes is on the rise. Could that be a mix tape tool to connect with your kids?

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Pop Culture Remix: Island of Whispers Jun 25, 2024

Young Milo must take up his father’s job when the grim man is killed. The job? He must ferry the souls of the dead.

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Movie Review: The First Slam Dunk Jun 24, 2024

You don’t have to be a basketball fan at all to appreciate the strong redemptive themes in the Japanese anime The First Slam Dunk.

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Movie Review: Ultraman: Rising Jun 21, 2024

This animated movie on Netflix features a massive monster threatening Tokyo, a giant robot guy defending the city … and some surprisingly sweet messages about fatherhood.

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TV Review: The Acolyte Jun 20, 2024

The Acolyte takes Star Wars fans into a time when the Empire didn’t exist. But that doesn’t make everything rosy—in that galaxy or on this show.

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Pop Culture Remix: Little Kitty, Big City Jun 18, 2024

This find-your-way-home adventure features a cute kitty and his purr-worthy hijinks.

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Movie Review: The Long Game Jun 17, 2024

The Long Game wedges in a lot of positive messages about overcoming adversity and standing true to what’s right.

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Movie Review: Inside Out 2 Jun 14, 2024

Does Pixar’s latest live up to the 2015 original? Or are their reasons for parents to be … anxious? You might be surprised by the answers to those questions

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TV Review: Destination Heaven Jun 13, 2024

People from all walks of life learn lessons from God Himself that will change their lives.

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SiYP: “For You” Social Media Content Jun 12, 2024

Does “For You” social media content prepare kids for conflict resolution and problem solving or just feed them more of what they want to hear?

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Pop Culture Remix: JaidenAnimations Jun 11, 2024

JaidenAnimations crafts fun animated stories. But families should consider a couple of important issues.

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Movie Review: Godzilla X Kong Jun 10, 2024

It’s been 91 years since Kong first scaled the Empire State Building. Now, he and Godzilla are back to unleash more CGI mayhem.

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Movie Review: The Watchers Jun 07, 2024

This creepy thriller from M. Night Shyamalan’s daughter, Ishana, finds Dakota Fanning unwisely wandering into a deadly forest … with predictably violent and supernaturally tinged results.

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TV Review: Doctor Who Jun 06, 2024

The good Doctor’s been flitting around time, space and the BBC since 1963. Now he’s also a fixture in the US, toting his curiously British brand of sci-fi in his highly mobile TARDIS. Just how safe is this contraption?

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SiYP: Princess Peach Showtime Jun 05, 2024

Hollywood starlets step aside. Princess Peach is ready for her closeup—and her game is ready to shine.

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Pop Culture Remix: Elf Dog and Owl Head Jun 04, 2024

In M.T. Anderson’s Elf Dog and Owl Head, Clay’s life forever changes when he finds a magic dog in the forest.

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Movie Review: Unsung Hero Jun 03, 2024

What does it take to persevere in faith and family when the bottom drops out? It takes leaning on each other—especially those closest to us.

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TV Review: Superbuns May 30, 2024

Superbuns uses her powers of kindness to save the day.

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SiYP- No Phones at School May 29, 2024

Have you heard that schools are banning phones for kids in class? Wanna hear about that and other techy trends?

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Pop Culture Remix: Fog & Fireflies May 28, 2024

After a wizard’s war scarred the world, only children can face off with an ever-encroaching, deadly fog.

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Movie Review: Arthur the King May 27, 2024

While the redemptive messages in this feel-good story might get many a tail a-wagging, its profanity is worth a growl or two.

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Movie Review: Sight May 24, 2024

This Christian movie tells the story of famed eye doctor Ming Wang’s attempt to restore physical sight to a blind Indian girl … while moving toward spiritual sight himself.

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TV Review: Dead Boy Detectives May 23, 2024

Dead Boy Detectives targets teens in style and story. But it comes with very adult, problematic content.

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SiYP: AI Influencers May 21, 2024

Magazines and social media have caused a decline in self-esteem. But how will new AI “influencers” impact youth today?

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Pop Culture Remix: Pepper Grinder May 21, 2024

The title may make you think of a well-seasoned cooking game, but Pepper Grinder cooks in its own 2-D platforming way.

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Movie Review: One Life May 20, 2024

One Life tells a poignant story of one Englishman’s determination to save Czech refugee children from the Nazis on the eve of WWII.

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Movie Review: IF May 17, 2024

If you’ve ever wondered what happens to children’s imaginary friends when they’re inevitably forgotten, IF answer that question in a sweet way.

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Movie Review: Ninjago: Dragons Rising May 16, 2024

When the Sixteen Realms merge into one and the Ninja disappear, Arin will face many physical and spiritual threats alike.

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SiYP: Bad Science and Deep Fakes May 15, 2024

How can you tell if all the facts you see on YouTube are real? Check out Plugged In’s reviews.

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Pop Culture Remix: Marques Brownlee May 14, 2024

Marques Brownlee reviews emerging technology on his close-to-content-free channel.

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Movie Review: Dune: Part Two May 13, 2024

Dune: Part Two is a stunning spectacle, and better than its predecessor. But it hides problems underneath its cinematic sands.

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Movie Review: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes May 10, 2024

The fourth film in the latest reboot of this franchise delivers exactly what you’d expect with regard to its story and violence.

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Movie Review: The Really Loud House May 09, 2024

The Really Loud House takes all the positives and negatives of its predecessor and turns them live action.

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SiYP: Four States Regulate Social Media May 08, 2024

More and more states are opting to regulate social media for younger users.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Tortured Poets Department May 07, 2024

Between Eras Tour stops and her romance with Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift found time to write 31 songs of tragedy and angst.

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Movie Review: Madame Web May 06, 2024

A new character steps into the Spider-Verse. But this pic has some sticky bits that could make your parent-sense tingle.

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Movie Review: The Fall guy May 03, 2024

The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is light. It’s fun. It’s clever. It’s a nod to the ‘80s. And … it’s got some problems..

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TV Review: Dora May 02, 2024

Say hola once again to the iconic explorer in this faithful reboot of the children’s series.

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SiYP: 72% of Teens Are Kinda Happy When They Set Down Their Screen May 01, 2024

72% of teens are kinda happy when they set down their screens. Want to know more?

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Culture Remix: Snufkin: Melody Of Moominvalley Apr 30, 2024

Between its ‘40s art style and its sweet platforming puzzles, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is as cozy and inviting as it gets.

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Movie Review: Mean Girls Apr 29, 2024

Much like the original, Mean Girls can be quite crass, there’s a lot of foul language, and it hyper-sexualizes teenage girls.

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Movie Review: Unsung Hero Apr 26, 2024

If you’re looking for an inspiring, redemptive PG movie about a family overcoming every obstacle thrown in its way, Unsung Hero—which tells the “origin story” of Rebecca St. James and the Smallbone family—is the one you’re looking for.

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TV Review: Bluey Apr 25, 2024

Other than an occasional eyeroll or some mild toilet humor, Bluey is light and clean.

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SiYP- 40 Percent of Teens Want to Cut Back on Their Screen Time Apr 24, 2024

About 40% of teens worry that they should probably cut back on their social media time.

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Pop Culture Remix: Nothing Else But Miracles Apr 23, 2024

Dory and her brothers must fend for themselves while their father is away at war.

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Movie Review: Ordinary Angels Apr 22, 2024

Anchored by two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank, Ordinary Angels gives us an extraordinary, well-crafted story.

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Movie Review: Irena’s Vow Apr 19, 2024

Irena’s Vow earns an R-rating for one brutally violent scene. The rest of this inspiring true story showcases a young Polish woman’s audacious plan to rescue Jews from the Nazis during World War II.

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TV Review: 3 Body Problem Apr 18, 2024

3 Body Problem is an intriguing entry into the sci-fi genre. But its own problems push it out of bounds for most families.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media is Being Sued Apr 17, 2024

States are beginning to sue social media giants on behalf of kids and their mental health.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Spiffing Brit Apr 16, 2024

Where there’s a game, there’s a man who can break it. The Spiffing Brit is that man.

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Movie Review: Night Swim Apr 15, 2024

What begins as an intriguingly creepy premise ends as a waterlogged drain plug in need of rewrites.

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Movie Review: The Greatest Hits Apr 12, 2024

While it has a compelling spin and some nice messages, this movie won’t be music to most families’ collective ears.

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TV Review: The Baxters Apr 11, 2024

Karen Kingsbury’s Baxters series hits Amazon’s Prime Video—and for fans of the series, it hits home.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Video Gaming Benefits Apr 10, 2024

Are there actually benefits to playing video games?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Inquisitor Apr 09, 2024

The Inquisitor places gamers in a fantasy world where Jesus became a vengeance-fueled god-king. And oh, what a bleak, grim and twisted world it is.

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Movie Review: Lisa Frankenstein Apr 08, 2024

Lisa Frankenstein is a crawl-from-the-grave ‘80s-esque send-up with a comedic twist and a whole lot of foul content worms.

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Movie Review: Someone Like You Apr 05, 2024

This cinematic adaptation of a popular Karen Kingsbury novel mixes a romantic plotline with bigger themes of faith, family and trusting God with tragedy.

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TV Review: Animal Control Apr 04, 2024

Animal Control is yet another recycled comedy about public servants who can’t seem to do anything right.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Penny’s Big Breakaway Apr 03, 2024

Penny’s Big Breakaway mixes old-school 3-D platforming with fresh new moves for a game everyone can enjoy.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue Apr 02, 2024

Addie LaRue made a deal with a devil to live forever free. But she is also forever forgotten.

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Movie Review: Wish Apr 01, 2024

Though filled with references to Disney’s past triumphs, Wish itself comes with unexpected problems and a lack of inspiration.

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Movie Review: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Mar 29, 2024

No surprises here, just tankerloads of CGI mayhem as Godzilla and Kong face off against more monstrous foes.

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TV Review: Pokémon Horizons: The Series Mar 28, 2024

The latest TV series in the sprawling Pokémon franchise comes with familiar charms—and familiar issues.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Bonding and Boundaries Mar 27, 2024

How we can embrace a proactive, wide, God-honoring strategy in dealing with tech and our kids.

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Pop Culture Remix: Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Mar 26, 2024

This Suicide Squad game takes a creative stab at the anti-hero rage. But the results are foul and disturbing.

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Movie Review: Freud’s Last Session Mar 25, 2024

In Freud’s Last Session, both the eminent psychoanalyst and the Christian apologist C.S. Lewis land on the psychologist’s couch.

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Movie Review: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Mar 22, 2024

The latest Ghostbusters movie might be more family focused, story-wise. But let’s not confuse that with being family friendly.

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TV Review: The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy Mar 21, 2024

This animated, sci-fi hospital comedy on Amazon Prime mines absurd gore and suggestive themes for its laughs.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Boundaries Beyond Your Home Mar 20, 2024

Have you thought about the best ways to set boundaries for your kids that reach beyond your home?

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Pop Culture Remix: Mike Winger, YouTube Channel Mar 19, 2024

Mike Winger dives deep into Christian theology—so, do you have a minute?

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Movie Review: Damsel Mar 18, 2024

This revisionist fairy tale mostly minds its manners. Still, it can be pretty violent, too—and not everyone lives happily ever after.

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Movie Review: Arthur the King Mar 15, 2024

This heartfelt dog movie starring Mark Wahlberg feels a lot like a classic Disney movie … except for all that disappointing profanity.

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Tv Review: Iwájú Mar 14, 2024

Disney+’s animated show that takes place in the colorful, crazy African city of Lagos. And the results are worth a smile.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: AI Influencers Promote Unrealistic Beauty Standards Mar 13, 2024

AI technology today is making it harder for casual users, especially children, to distinguish what is real and what is fake.

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Pop Culture Remix: Dune Messiah Mar 12, 2024

The war has been won and planets conquered, but now Paul Atreides—the man christened Maud’Dib—must learn what it is to rule.

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Movie Review: The Color Purple Mar 11, 2024

The latest remake of Alice Walker’s famous novel once again blends redemptive spiritual themes with all kinds of content concerns.

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Movie Review: Kung Fu Panda 4 Mar 08, 2024

The fourth film in this franchise packs in more Jack Black-inspired laughs, some tender lessons, and a mix of slapstick violence and Eastern spirituality.

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Hey, ‘Plugged In’ Wrote a Book!

How can families navigate the overwhelming worlds of pop culture and technology? That’s exactly the question the Plugged In team tackles in the new book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family.

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Tv Review: Mr. and Mrs. Smith Mar 07, 2024

Deeper, darker and more problematic than the original Mr. and Mrs. Smith, this Prime Video series may have some running for cover.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Algorithms Making the Decisions for Us Mar 06, 2024

Online algorithms are making the decisions for us. What could possibly go wrong?

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Pop Culture Remix: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Mar 05, 2024

Prince of of Persia: The Lost Crown a well-constructed platformer that’ll please many--as long as they don’t mind its light bloodiness and spirituality

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Movie Review: Migration Mar 04, 2024

The trailer looks like good clean feathered fun. But should your family plan on flying off to the theater to see this animated lark?

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Movie Review: Dune: Part Two Mar 01, 2024

Director Denis Villeneuve’s second film chronicling the life of Paul Atreides on the desert planet of Arrakis is bold, beautiful … and brutal.

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TV Review: Masters of the Universe: Revolution Feb 29, 2024

He-Man and his crew fight Skeletor’s evil forces in a battle between technology and magic in Netflix’s Masters of the Universe: Revolution.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Instagram Nudging Kids Feb 28, 2024

Instagram is now using a new feature called “nighttime nudges” to get your kids to log off at night. Are you doing any nudging?

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Pop Culture Remix: Because of Winn Dixie Feb 27, 2024

When Opal moves to a new town, a new dog might be just what she needs.

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Movie Review: Wonka Feb 26, 2024

Wonka isn’t perfect. But it’s still a relatively sweet treat.

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Movie Review: Ordinary Angels Feb 23, 2024

Two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank stars in this gritty, inspirational true story that revolves around themes of addiction and redemption, cancer and hope.

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TV Review: Masters of the Air Feb 22, 2024

While Masters of the Air certainly comes with plenty of cautions, the miniseries isn’t just about blood. It’s about heart.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Palworld Feb 21, 2024

Palworld may look a lot like another cute and popular monster gathering game. But Pokémon’s never had AK-47s and butchering cleavers.

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Pop Culture Remix: Crystal Story: Dawn of Dusk Feb 20, 2024

Crystal Story: Dawn of Dusk offers gamers a very nice taste of throwback gaming.

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Movie Review: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Snowbirds & Snakes Feb 19, 2024

A grim storyline paired with brutality and bloodshed involving teens offers families plenty of reasons to pass on this Hunger Games prequel.

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Movie Review: Madame Web Feb 16, 2024

A new character steps into the Spider-Verse. But this pic spins some issues that could make your parent-sense tingle.

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TV Review: Hazbin Hotel Feb 15, 2024

If this reviewer was to rate their stay at the Hazbin Hotel, they would award a strong zero stars.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Teens on Screens Daily Feb 14, 2024

Learn more about studies proving screen time dangers.

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Pop Culture Remix: League of Pigs Feb 13, 2024

These pigs are in a league of their own—and with nary a content concern, at that.

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Movie Review: The Marvels Feb 12, 2024

The Marvels has some of the MCU’s typical problems, including language and violence. But it’s got a surprisingly sweet side, too.

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Movie Review: Turning Red Feb 09, 2024

This animated Pixar movie about adolescence and puberty originally streamed on Disney+ in 2022. Now it’s getting the theatrical release it never had, telling the story of a Chinese-Canadian teen who turns into a raging red panda when she gets angry.

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TV Review: All Creatures Great and Small. Feb 08, 2024

If you’re in the mood for a brief escape from modern life, welcome to the charming country world of Darrowby.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Say, Yes! Feb 07, 2024

Have you ever considered ways that you could creatively say yes to your kids’ requests?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Labors of Hercules Beal Feb 06, 2024

Hercules must reenact the labors of his namesake and consider their meaning along the way.

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Movie Review: Wish Feb 05, 2024

Though filled with references to Disney’s past triumphs, Wish itself comes with unexpected problems and a lack of inspiration.

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Movie Review: Argylle Feb 02, 2024

Argylle is restrained compared to some of its cinematic brethren. But the content might still have families longing for an ejector seat.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Roblox Unsupervised Jan 31, 2024

So, should you let your kids play the Roblox game unsupervised?

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Pop Culture Remix: SteamWorld Build Jan 30, 2024

Those who enjoy building sims will find fun in them thar SteamWorld hills.

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Movie Review: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Jan 29, 2024

The final DCEU movie features action and heroism aplenty … as well as violence and profanity that feel anything but heroic.

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Movie Review: Freud’s Last Session Jan 26, 2024

Psychologist Sigmund Freud and Christin thinker C.S. Lewis never met. But this movie imagines the kind of philosophical and theological conversation they could’ve had if they had connected in London in the late 1930s.

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TV Review: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Jan 25, 2024

Mythological creatures and beliefs come center stage, along with friendship, family and purpose in Disney’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok’s Changing Rules Jan 24, 2024

TikTok is changing its rules. Will that inform your choices?

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Pop Culture Remix: Smosh Jan 23, 2024

The trailblazing YouTube channel Smosh is still around, and it’s still got some concerns parents will want to note.

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Movie Review: Maboroshi Jan 22, 2024

Maboroshi raises questions about being alive and using one’s precious time. But the anime trip is a strange one.

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Movie Review: Lift Jan 19, 2024

Kevin Hart stars in this PG-13 action-comedy heist flick that’s full of familiar genre tropes, as well as violence, profanity and suggestive content.

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Tv Review: Dragons of Wonderhatch Jan 18, 2024

For those searching for an epic, fantastical adventure, you could do a lot worse than this live action/animation hybrid.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Kids’ Phone Use Increases Jan 17, 2024

According to a new survey, 46% of teens say they’re are online “almost constantly.” Wanna know more?

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Pop Culture Remix: A First Time for Everything Jan 16, 2024

Dan learns to be himself on a trip to Europe in this National Book Award winner.

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Movie Review: Journey to Bethlehem Jan 15, 2024

Journey to Bethlehem is the Nativity story crossed with High School Musical. And it kind of works.

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Movie Review: Mean Girls Jan 12, 2024

This remake of the 2004 cult-classic film of the same name satirizes high school girls vying for supremacy in their fiercely policed pecking order, mixing positive lessons about bullying with a lot of suggestive content along the way.

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TV Review: My Life with the Walter Boys Jan 11, 2024

This Netflix drama about a teen girl who has moved from NYC to Colorado features enough adolescent angst to electrify a small city

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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Right Age for Kids and Screens Jan 10, 2024

When’s the best age for kids to get screens?

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Pop Culture Remix: Avatars: Frontiers of Pandora Jan 09, 2024

Frontiers of Pandora lets you fly through its beautiful world. But it has plenty of angry things to say about … you.

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Movie Review: Soul Jan 08, 2024

Soul strives to help us remember that life itself is a blessing, even when it doesn’t go as we planned. It tells us that lives of service can be just as rewarding as lives on stage.

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Movie Review: The Color Purple Jan 05, 2024

This remake of Alice Walker’s critically acclaimed novel tells a redemptive story that’s also full of content concerns that push the boundaries of this movie’s PG-13 rating.

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TV Review: Julia Jan 04, 2024

While Julia’s compelling story might entice some viewers, others will find the profanity, alcohol, and sexual content unpalatable.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Open AI Can Speak, Hear and See Jan 03, 2024

Have you thought about how Open AI’s latest changes impact your family?

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Pop Culture Remix: Alisa Childers Jan 02, 2024

Alisa Childers warns about the dangers of compromising the truth of God’s Word with contemporary cultural sentiment.

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Movie Review: Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio Jan 01, 2024

It has a few wooden moments. But in Oscar winner Guillermo del Toro’s hands, Pinocchio, our puppet protagonist, dances.

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Movie Review: The Boys in the Boat Dec 29, 2023

George Clooney directs this gritty underdog story about a team of rowers who make it to the Olympics in 1936. There’s lots to like here, but it still has some content ripples that families will have to navigate.

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TV Review: Squid Game: The Challenge Dec 28, 2023

Unlike the South Korean drama on which it’s based, no one dies in this reality show. But that’s almost the only good thing we can say.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Disney and Hulu Reboot Dec 27, 2023

There’s nothing special about Disney anymore. Just another media behemoth aiming images and messages at young minds and hearts.

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Pop Culture Remix: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods Dec 26, 2023

Percy must complete yet another quest to get closer to being accepted to college.

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Movie Review: The Family Plan Dec 25, 2023

Ironically, Mark Wahlberg’s True Lies-esque action flick The Family Plan may not be the best movie-night plan for families.

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Movie Review: Migration Dec 22, 2023

The latest animated kids’ movie from Illumination Entertainment takes flight in theaters this week, and its old-fashioned storytelling thankfully won’t have families ducking for cover.

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TV Review: Work It Out Wombats! Dec 21, 2023

PBS presents a series designed for early preschool kids that focuses on computational thinking, kindness and problem solving–with one cultural glitch.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Bentkey Dec 20, 2023

What Is Bentkey? The Daily Wire’s Newest Streaming Service Aimed at Kids.

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Pop Culture Remix: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Dec 19, 2023

It’s new, it’s colorful, it’s bouncy and fun. But parents of younger players may need to bounce into the game themselves.

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Movie Review: Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget Dec 18, 2023

Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget won’t make Chick-fil-A happy. But everyone else? This might be a film worth dipping into.

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Movie Review: Wonka Dec 15, 2023

This prequel starring Timothy Chalamet as Willy Wonka imagines, with only a few slightly sour moments, what the Candy Man’s origin story might have been.

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TV Review: Everyone Else Burns Dec 14, 2023

Everyone Else Burns is a comedy about a doomsday cult with a big emphasis on works and little to do about faith.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Which Parental Controls Dec 13, 2023

Been wondering about parental controls for … everything? Plugged in can help

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Pop Culture Remix: 1989 (Taylor’s Version) Dec 12, 2023

Taylor Swift’s album, 1989 (Taylor’s Version), features five songs from the vault that are not profane, but sensual and occasionally graphic.

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Movie Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Dec 11, 2023

Despite being a solid entry into the TMNT franchise, Mutant Mayhem has some surprisingly dark moments for a kids movie.

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Movie Review: The Boy and the Heron Dec 08, 2023

The latest movie from Japanese anime icon Hayao Miyazaki is a beautiful fever dream that explores the themes of grief and loss in a fantastical setting.

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TV Review: Curses! Dec 07, 2023

In order to right a generational wrong, the Vanderhouven family must return a plethora of stolen cursed items.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Addressing AI Dec 06, 2023

Between new government regulations, chaos at OpenAI, and more and more reports of cheating via AI-generated content, AI is November’s top tech trend.

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Pop Culture Remix: Family Friendly Dec 05, 2023

Don’t be fooled by this YouTube channel’s name—Family Friendly is anything but.

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Movie Review: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Dec 04, 2023

While still plenty violent and filled with drinking and smoking, the Dial of Destiny does dial the content back a bit

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Movie Review: Candy Cane Lane Dec 01, 2023

Eddie Murphy’s family-oriented Christmas movie on Amazon Prime has some nice messages, but it also comes with a bit more content than we’d normally expect in a PG movie.

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TV Review: All the Light We Cannot See Nov 30, 2023

Netflix takes a lyrical novel and turns it into a clunky, sometimes crass miniseries. Once again, the book is better.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Meta is Being Sued Nov 29, 2023

Meta is being sued over its kid-addicting features.

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Pop Culture Remix: Cocoon Nov 28, 2023

Cocoon is an alien bug-focused puzzler designed to get your brain humming and clicking … without driving you buggy.

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Movie Review: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 Nov 27, 2023

There are some big fat messages about family right alongside some big fat sexual content issues in My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3.

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Movie Review: Wish Nov 24, 2023

Though filled with references to Disney’s past triumphs, Wish itself comes with unexpected problems and a lack of inspiration.

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Movie Review: A Wonderful Day with Mabel Maclay Nov 23, 2023

For parents wary of agendas in children’s entertainment, A Wonderful Day With Mabel Maclay is something they can allow their children to watch without wringing their hands.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Discord Safety Features Nov 22, 2023

Did you hear that Discord has new safety features?

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Pop Culture Remix: Schafrillas Productions Nov 21, 2023

Whether it’s Disney, Pixar or DreamWorks, Schaffrillas Productions provides his candid and sometime crude reviews.

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Movie Review: Leo Nov 20, 2023

Adam Sandler’s Leo is meant for kids. But while it has some good messages, Sandler’s jokes might be more juvenile than his audience.

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Movie Review: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Nov 17, 2023

A grim storyline paired with disturbing (but predictable) brutality and bloodshed involving teens offers families plenty of reasons to pass on this painful Hunger Games prequel.

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TV Review: Pluto Nov 16, 2023

Pluto is a compelling tale. But like its planetary counterpart, it won’t be the warmest watch.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Shorter Attention Spans Nov 15, 2023

Our attention spans are getting shorter and shorter. Ever wonder why?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Lamplighters League Nov 14, 2023

There’s much more to the stylish Lamplighters League than you might expect: both great and not-so-great.

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Movie Review: Sound of Freedom Nov 13, 2023

Angel Studios’ ‘Sound of Freedom,’ starring Jim Caviezel, shines a light on the horror of sex trafficking.

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Movie Review: The Marvels Nov 10, 2023

The latest MCU movie features three female superheroes teaming up to take down an equally fierce female opponent in a film with plenty of action, a bit of profanity and some surprisingly sweet friendship moments.

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TV Review: Frasier Nov 09, 2023

Frasier is back, this time on Paramount+. And it seems both the humor and content issues are right on par with the original.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Is AI Ready? Nov 08, 2023

Is AI ready to give us its point of view? And should we be listening?

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Pop Culture Remix: All the Light We Cannot See Nov 07, 2023

The lives of Marie-Laure LeBlanc, a blind Parisian refugee, and Werner Pfenning, a Nazi soldier, intertwine in France during World War II.

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Movie Review: Gran Turismo Nov 06, 2023

Video game fans hoping for a family-friendly outing should pump the brakes a bit to avoid Gran Turismo’s unexpected obstacles.

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Movie Review: Inspector Sun Nov 03, 2023

This quirky animated murder-mystery movie is ostensibly aimed at kids … even as it borrows detective-story tropes that aren’t always family friendly.

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TV Review: Loki Nov 02, 2023

This show can be fun and surprisingly thoughtful. But like Loki himself, its story and themes shouldn’t go unchallenged.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Glued to the Screen Nov 01, 2023

Screen-based worries aren’t going anywhere. They’ll be with us as long as screens themselves are. But parents are not powerless.

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Pop Culture Remix: Streaming Service Tutorials Oct 31, 2023

Did you know that Plugged In has a variety of tutorials and safety tips for streaming services?

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Movie Review: Blue Beetle Oct 30, 2023

Blue Beetle flies in with a lot of potential but ultimately leaves comic book fans—and those who like a good movie—feeling blue.

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Movie Review: Five Nights at Freddy’s Oct 27, 2023

This PG-13 horror-comedy mashup based on a hugely popular video game surprisingly isn’t as quite nasty as we expected. That said, it’s not exactly sunshine and daisies either.

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TV Review: Krapopolis Oct 26, 2023

If the title, Krapopolis, wasn’t hint enough, be warned. Fox’s adult animation comedy contains crass humor, profanity and sexual content.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Meta Chatbots Oct 25, 2023

Because of the drop in younger users, Meta is utilizing chatbots to entice teenagers into using Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.

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Pop Culture Remix: Starfield Oct 24, 2023

Suffice it to say that Starfield’s M-rating definitely doesn’t stand for Milky Way.

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Movie Review: Meg 2: The Trench Oct 23, 2023

Jason Statham’s return in Meg 2 begs an age-old question: What’s better than one megalodon? Why, three, of course! Plus: dinosaurs!

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Movie Review: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Oct 20, 2023

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concert film spans 17 years and 10 albums. There are undoubtedly some sweet moments here for fans … but parents won’t be fans of everything Taylor sings about in movie that also has some surprising concerns.

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TV Review: Dear Child Oct 19, 2023

As Dear Child’s plot twists and turns, viewers strap themselves in for the ride. But what a stomach-churning ride it is.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Pikmin 4 Oct 18, 2023

From sandcastle stomps to kitchen-counter clomps, Pikmin 4 offers gamers a whole new colorful world.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Windeby Puzzle Oct 17, 2023

Estrild and Varick try to find their place in their Iron-Age village.

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Movie Review: The Hill Oct 16, 2023

In its attempt to stay as authentic as possible, this faith-based movie employs some profanity that might make it strike out for some families.

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Movie Review: The Creator Oct 13, 2023

This intense, philosophical AI vs. humans sci-fi flick set in the near future asks some surprisingly spiritual questions and packs quite a bit of content into its PG-13 rating.

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TV Review: Barbie: A Touch of Magic Oct 12, 2023

In this mostly innocent Netflix series, Malibu Barbie gets some unexpected, and magical, company.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Blue Light May Induce Early Puberty Oct 11, 2023

A new study suggests that blue light from screens can induce early puberty.

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Pop Culture Remix: Mortal Kombat 1 Oct 10, 2023

There are fighting games and then there’s Mortal Kombat 1. You won’t find any fighter quite as high-def gruesome as this.

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Movie Review: Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning, Part 1 Oct 09, 2023

Dead Reckoning is intense, to be sure. But for many families, the film will be more navigable than a Tom Cruise stunt.

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Movie Review: What Rhymes With Reason? Oct 06, 2023

This story about two teens coping with the loss of their parents is one part traditional Christian movie, one part Goonies-esque adventure, as it deals with themes of grief and mental health struggles.

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TV Review: I Am Groot Oct 05, 2023

I Am Groot is about as bite-sized as its subject. And content issues? They’re also tiny.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Crime O’Clock Oct 04, 2023

Crime O’Clock is an appealing Where’s Waldo-style hidden objects game with some fun puzzles and cute story tweaks.

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Pop Culture Remix: Great Big Story Oct 03, 2023

Great Big Story offers thousands of bite-sized videos about interesting people, places and things around the world.

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Movie Review: Barbie Oct 02, 2023

Barbie isn’t as bad as it could’ve been. But it will still require some hand-holding to ensure teens glean the right message from it.

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Movie Review: Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie Sep 29, 2023

The latest Paw Patrol movie, now in theaters, delivers another, er, tale full of canine adventure and lessons about what it means to be a real hero.

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TV Review: Virgin River Sep 28, 2023

This show has become a sensation on Netflix—and it’s cleaner than some. But before you walk into this small town, know that not everything is fit for families.

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Pop Culture Remix: Oliver’s Big Universe Sep 26, 2023

Young Oliver helps us understand the mysteries of the universe, from a science-loving kid’s-eye view.

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Movie Review: Elemental Sep 25, 2023

The themes we see here are still in line with what Pixar’s been doing for a while now, both in positive ways and in ways that may give some families pause.

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Movie Review: Spy Kids: Armageddon Sep 22, 2023

The Spy Kids franchise returns after a 12-year-absence with another take on the series’ primary premise: precocious children of spies saving their parents when they get in trouble. It’s a predictable, but surprisingly family-friendly, action-adventure streaming on Netflix now.

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TV Review: Who is Erin Carter Sep 21, 2023

With all the issues she (and we) have to face, the real question should be How is Erin Carter?

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Pop Culture Remix: Disney Illusion Island Sep 19, 2023

This game is stuffed full of old school Disney charm. No, uh, goofy content to worry over.

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Movie Review: The Little Mermaid Sep 18, 2023

The movie doesn’t just take its forerunner and turn it into something new. It embraces it—and gives us something familiar.

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Movie Review: A Haunting in Venice Sep 15, 2023

Kenneth Branagh returns for a third time as Hercule Poirot, Agatha Christie’s mustachioed Belgian detective. This time around, he’s trying to prove that a medium supposedly communicating with the dead is a fraud. It’s harder than it seems in a story with a lot of darkly spiritual content.

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TV Review: Ahsoka Sep 14, 2023

Disney+’s Ahsoka builds on the stories built in animated series such as The Clone Wars and Rebels—and it does so in a mostly clean show.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Misinformed Teens Sep 13, 2023

Teens are getting the majority of their news from social media. Misinformation anyone?

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Pop Culture Remix ERB (Epic Rap Battles of History) Sep 12, 2023

These raps may be clever, but they’re also vulgar—and might leave parents spitting mad.

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Movie Review: Into the Spotlight Sep 11, 2023

Into the Spotlight is a sweet, teen-oriented drama about finding fame and fortune and realizing you just want a normal life.

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Movie Review: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 Sep 08, 2023

The third entry in this feel-good franchise is pretty much what you’d expect: a nice family story that’s equal parts drama, romance and comedy … albeit with more suggestive content than the first two Big Fat Greek Wedding movies.

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TV Review: Harlan Coben’s Shelter Sep 07, 2023

Prime Video’s thriller is filled with mystery and murder—but loaded with more profanity than you’d expect.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Facebook, Politics and Polarization Sep 06, 2023

There’s a whole lot of debate about politics these days, especially on social media. Should you be concerned?

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Pop Culture Remix: Baldur’s Gate 3 Sep 05, 2023

Baldur’s Gate 3 has raised the RPG bar. But it has blown out its RPG content worries, too.

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Movie Review: Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse Sep 04, 2023

The second animated Spider-Verse movie featuring Miles Morales is spectacular and overwhelming in equal measure.

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Movie Review: The Hill Sep 01, 2023

Dennis Quaid stars in this Christian biopic about Rickey Hill, a young man who overcame incredible physical infirmity to pursue his dream of a becoming a professional baseball player.

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TV Review: Strange Planet Aug 31, 2023

While a few issues mar this Strange Planet, it offers some insights on just how strange our own planet can be.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Parent’s List of Top Concerns Aug 30, 2023

Screen-based worries aren’t going anywhere. They’ll be with us as long as screens themselves are. But parents are not powerless.

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Pop Culture Remix: ish Aug 29, 2023

Despite a couple hiccups, ish crafts some entertaining stories, particularly in his Minecraft videos.

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Movie Review: The Flash Aug 28, 2023

The Flash, as a movie, is pretty good. But it’s one of DC’s most problematic films, too.

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Movie Review: Gran Turismo Aug 25, 2023

Video game fans hoping for a family-friendly outing will have to pump the brakes a bit to avoid Gran Turismo’s unexpected obstacles.

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Movie Review: Good Omens Aug 24, 2023

Good Omens is thought by many to be a good show. But spiritually, this Prime Video series seems like it needs to be carted away in its own handbasket.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Screen Limits in China Aug 23, 2023

China wants to limit kids to two hours of screentime. But what should you do here?

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Pop Culture Remix: Oxenfree II: Lost Signals Aug 22, 2023

Oxenfree II sports a Stranger Things-like vibe. And some Stranger Things-like content, too.

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Movie Review: Monster High Aug 21, 2023

There are some problems in this cute, live-action creep-fest. But Monster High: The Movie offers some possibilities for conversation, too.

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Movie Review: Heart of Stone Aug 18, 2023

Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot stars in this PG-13 Netflix spy thriller that feels a lot like Mission Impossible-lite.

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TV Review: Dew Drop Diaries Aug 17, 2023

Aside from cartoon violence and some magical references, Dew Drop Diaries offers a kid-friendly tale about fairies finding lost items for humans.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels Aug 15, 2023

Shenanigan Swift sets out to find the Swift family treasure but ends up looking for a murderer.

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Movie Review: Nefarious Aug 14, 2023

This unusual, R-rated Christian horror thriller feels a bit like an unsettling take on C.S. Lewis’ classic work The Screwtape Letters.

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Movie Review: Meg 2: The Trench Aug 11, 2023

Jason Statham returns to face off once more against ginormous prehistoric sharks with an appetite for, well, pretty much everything—with predictably bloody results.

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TV Review: My Adventures with Superman Aug 10, 2023

This iteration of Superman stays generally family friendly, with violence being its main kryptonite.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Kids Who Read Aug 09, 2023

A new study says kids who read for pleasure grow up to be better teens.

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Pop Culture Remix: Taylor Swift, Speak Now Aug 08, 2023

Taylor Swift adds six new songs that deal with romantic love, innuendo and heartbreak in her album Speak Now (Taylor’s Version).

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Movie Review: Sun Moon Aug 07, 2023

Why does God allow bad things to happen? Sometimes, it’s to lead us to something better.

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Movie Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Aug 04, 2023

This famous quartet of talking, fighting, pizza-eating adolescent amphibians returns in another reboot full of predictable jokes and mayhem … as well as some profanity and surprisingly dark moments for a PG-rated kids movie.

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TV Review: The Summer I Turned Pretty Aug 03, 2023

Based on novel by Jenny Han, this series follows the complex love life of Belly, a young girl caught between two boys who are childhood friends as she joins the world of debutantes.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Amazon Fined Aug 02, 2023

The US Government fined Amazon $25 million for holding on to children’s voice recordings collected through Alexa.

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Pop Culture Remix: Crime O’Clock Aug 01, 2023

Crime O’Clock is an appealing Where’s Waldo-style hidden objects game with some fun puzzles and cute story tweaks.

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Movie Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Jul 31, 2023

Marvel movies have always been a mixed bag, and this one may be the most mixed of all. It has plenty of problems, but plenty of heart, too.

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Movie Review: Haunted Mansion Jul 28, 2023

Disney’s second theatrical attempt to turn this creepy fan-favorite ride into a movie is haunted by a legion of spiritual problems.

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TV Review: Wake Up, Carlo! Jul 27, 2023

After a long nap, Carlo wakes up to discover his whimsical home has been transformed into a serious land for adults.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Energy Drinks and Screens Jul 26, 2023

Energy drinks and screens have had a long relationship. Is that a problem?

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Pop Culture Remix: SuperCarlinBrothers Jul 25, 2023

If your family loves Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter, Pixar and Marvel, the SuperCarlinBrothers might be the YouTubers for you.

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Movie Review: Paint Jul 24, 2023

This picture isn’t always pretty. But underneath all the problems, a few of the brushstrokes paint something of value.

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Movie Review: Barbie Jul 21, 2023

Warner Bros.’ latest foray into nostalgia is colorful, musical and … controversial as it explores feminism and masculinity in ways that are likely to leave viewers with very different reactions.

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TV Review: Skull Island Jul 20, 2023

Skull Island welcomes you to a fantastical adventure, but you may have to overcome the perils of minor profanity and violence.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: AI Jesus Jul 19, 2023

Have you heard about the AI Jesus?

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Culture Remix: Keep Dancing Lizzie Chu Jul 18, 2023

Ever since her grandmother passed, Lizzie Chu’s grandfather has been struggling. But Lizzie plans to fix it with a road trip and a goddess.

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Movie Review: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret Jul 17, 2023

Based on Judy Blume’s beloved book, this film ports in all of that book’s honesty, heart, and—depending on the family—issues.

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Movie Review: Mission: Impossible—Dead Reckoning Part One Jul 14, 2023

Tom Cruise returns for another adrenaline-pumping, stunt-filled turn as Ethan Hunt, whose impossible mission this time around is stopping an AI program known as The Entity from taking over the world. So cue the theme song, and fasten your seat belt.

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TV Review: Pretty Freekin Scary Jul 13, 2023

In Pretty Freekin Scary, Frankie’s life changes forever when she visits the underworld and signs a contract with the Grim Reaper.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Youth Council Jul 12, 2023

TikTok is forming a youth council to build a better platform for teens.

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Pop Culture Remix: Diablo IV Jul 11, 2023

Demons, death, blood sacrifice and more demons. Diablo IV is a game for lovers of battling, loot and a wash of bloody darkness.

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Movie Review: Knights of the Zodiac Jul 10, 2023

Knights of the Zodiac tries to translate a popular Japanese anime franchise into a live-action movie, and it’s full of visceral violence.

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Movie Review: Sound of Freedom Jul 07, 2023

Jim Caviezel stars in this true story about Tim Ballard, a federal agent battling human trafficking who puts everything on the line to rescue a little girl who’s been sold into slavery in the cartel-controlled jungles of Colombia.

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TV Review: The Rising Jul 06, 2023

The sun rarely shines in The Rising, which seems wholly fitting. It is a gloomy, humorless slog through scandal, secrets and murder.

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Screen in Your Pocket: YouTube Playables Jul 05, 2023

Are you interested in all the latest on YouTube offerings?

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Pop Culture Remix: The Island Jul 04, 2023

While young audiences might enjoy this captivating mystery, The Island also employs plenty of violence and profanity.

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Movie Review: World’s Best Jul 03, 2023

Some movies suggest that fame is the ultimate dream. But World’s Best tells us that dreams change. And fame is nothing next to family.

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Movie Review: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Jun 30, 2023

Indiana Jones is older than he used to be, and his movies have also mellowed with age—just a bit. But while you don't need to worry about faces melting, families still have some pits and traps to deal with.

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TV Review: American Born Chinese Jun 29, 2023

American Born Chinese is fun, funny and exciting, standing apart from Disney+’s prominent franchises. But it’s not perfect.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media and Self Esteem Jun 28, 2023

How folks are combating technology’s affect on mental health, a dozen apps guilty of child exploitation, AI developments and more.

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Pop Culture Remix: Star Trek: Resurgence Jun 27, 2023

With a well-written story and time-driven choices, this Star Trek adventure might well be the best one yet.

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Movie Review: Big George Foreman Jun 26, 2023

George Foreman fought everyone—even God. But God always wins, and He uses the fight for His glory.

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Movie Review: The Flash Jun 23, 2023

DC Comics’ latest superhero flick is a mixed bag. The plot mixes engaging characters, heartfelt moments and feel-good cameos with profanity, violence and suggestive content that all push the boundaries of this film’s PG-13 rating.

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TV Review: Primo Jun 22, 2023

This show is all about family, and a loving one at that. But it’s appropriateness for your family may be in question.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Millennials and Gaming Jun 21, 2023

Did you know that Millennials spend more time gaming than teens?

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Pop Culture Remix: Alternate History Hub Jun 20, 2023

Despite some small bumps, AlternateHistoryHub supplies fun theories about how history might’ve looked under different circumstances.

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Movie Review: Sweetwater Jun 19, 2023

Sweetwater scores more often than it fouls in its biographical look at the first Black NBA player.

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Movie Review: Elemental Jun 16, 2023

Pixar’s latest tells the colorful story of two very different characters—one fire, one water—who fall in love but struggle to navigate their obvious differences. Redemptive themes mingle with some hot-button cultural concerns that parents will want to consider carefully.

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TV Review: Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Jun 15, 2023

Lightsabers and Force aside, parents can share this age-appropriate Star Wars show alongside their own younglings.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media and Brain Development Jun 14, 2023

Want more info about how social media impacts mental health?

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Pop Culture Remix: Jonas Brothers: The Album Jun 13, 2023

The Jonas Brothers talk, sometimes graphically, about how much they love their wives and the ups and downs of marriage.

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Movie Review: Flamin’ Hot Jun 12, 2023

Ever wonder where Flamin’ Hot Cheetos came from? I hadn’t either. But this iconic product’s origin story is pretty inspiring.

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Movie Review: Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Jun 09, 2023

The latest Transformers movie packs in plenty of profanity and metal-rending brutality. But it also dials down the sensuality and delivers terrific messages about combatting darkness when it threatens to overwhelm us.

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TV Review: Small Light Jun 08, 2023

With some Disney-esque flair, National Geographic offers viewers a dramatized look at World War II through the life of heroine Miep Gies.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom Jun 07, 2023

Balanced play and creativity make Tears of the Kingdom soar. But you can’t ignore its darker side.

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Pop Culture Remix: Minecraft Legends Jun 06, 2023

This isn’t your dad’s Minecraft. So what have the gamemakers stacked up this time?

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Movie Review: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Jun 05, 2023

Honor Among Thieves likely won’t be a critical hit in the Christian community. But its positive messages do keep it from rolling a natural 1.

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Movie Review: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Jun 02, 2023

Miles Morales, the young Spider-Man from an alternate-reality Earth, returns to battle a new bad guy with interdimensional powers known as The Spot. This animated sequel is better than anything we’ve seen from the MCU recently, both in terms of story and content concerns.

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TV Review: Citadel Jun 01, 2023

Citadel is stylish, silly and salacious. But its amnesiac spies may well leave conscientious viewers wishing they could forget.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Kids, Smartphones and Adult Mental Health May 31, 2023

There’s a direct correlation between kids with smartphones and their mental health as an adult. Wanna know more?

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Pop Culture Remix: Art For Kids Hub May 30, 2023

Whether your kid wants to learn how to draw a character from a movie or their favorite animal it may be worth checking out Art for Kids Hub.

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Movie Review: The Super Mario Bros. Movie May 29, 2023

Mario and crew move from the game screen to the movie screen with lots of colorful and sparkling charm to spare.

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Movie Review: The Little Mermaid May 26, 2023

Disney’s latest remake of another beloved animated classic faithfully follows the original story and doesn’t tamper with it too much … apart from updating a few lyrics that didn’t raise eyebrows in 1989 but might today.

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TV Review: The Crossover May 25, 2023

The Crossover has many nice messages, but a negative one might ruin the watch altogether.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: AI and Online Communication May 24, 2023

The latest technology and social media trends.

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Pop Culture Remix: The Museum of Lost and Found May 23, 2023

Young Vanessa discovers an abandoned museum and decides to create an important exhibit of her own.

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Movie Review: Shazam! Fury of the Gods May 22, 2023

The latest Shazam! movie features great messages about family—but its focus on pagan gods and other issues keep the film from taking off.

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Movie Review: Fast X May 19, 2023

Vin Diesel’s high-octane franchise isn’t out of gas yet. In fact, Fast X’s $340 million budget means that you’ll find almost as many explosive stunts as lines of dialogue in this gritty, PG-13 addition to the series.

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TV Review: Housebroken May 18, 2023

We love our pets, even though they sometimes do embarrassing things. But did we need to see them all on TV, too?

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Teen Loneliness and Depression May 17, 2023

So, are loneliness and depression really a problem these days? The US surgeon general seems to think so.

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Pop Culture Remix: Casually Explained May 16, 2023

You may laugh and learn a few things, but there’s a lot that makes the channel inappropriate for younger audiences.

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Movie Review: Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania May 15, 2023

Quantumania is typical Marvel fare. But in terms of character development and plot, everything feels shallow.

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Movie Review: Peter Pan & Wendy May 12, 2023

The latest live-action version of writer J.M. Barrie’s beloved children’s story, now streaming on Disney+, focuses more on Wendy and includes some surprisingly intense moments of violence.

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TV Review: Saturdays May 11, 2023

It’s not perfect. But this Disney throwback show may have families shouting “Satur-Yay!”

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Screentime and Babies May 10, 2023

What happens when babies raised with screens get older?

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Pop Culture Remix: Three Strikes Summer May 09, 2023

Gloria fights for a spot on the baseball team in Depression-era California.

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Movie Review: Champions May 08, 2023

Champions has some nice messages, but they’re buried under a full-court press of crass sexual allusions.

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Movie Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 May 05, 2023

Writer and director James Gunn concludes his offbeat Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy with a film that’s got a bit of everything, including humor, heroism and heart as well as violence, profanity and drinking.

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TV Review: We Lost Our Human May 04, 2023

We Lost Our Human is truly interactive and pretty engaging, but it comes with some things to think about.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Curse of the Sea Rats May 03, 2023

Curse of the Sea Rats features pirates, rats and platforming exploration, oh my. But what about the darker alleyways?

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Pop Culture Remix: Storyteller May 02, 2023

Storyteller is a smile-worthy puzzler that could still leave some family members frowning.

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Movie Review: 80 for Brady May 01, 2023

Four Hollywood icons—Jane Fonda, Sally Field, Rita Moreno and Lilly Tomlin—team up for a fictional fan foray to the Super Bowl.

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Movie Review: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. Apr 28, 2023

Judy Blume's beloved-but-controversial story 11-year-old Margaret Simon’s tumultuous and surprisingly spiritual journey through puberty comes to the big screen.

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TV Review: Karate Sheep Apr 27, 2023

This show isn’t a wolf in sheep’s clothing; it’s just about a sheep doing karate.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Lemon8 Apr 26, 2023

So, what is this new app called Lemon8?

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Pop Culture Remix: 96 Miles Apr 25, 2023

Brothers John and Stew have 96 miles of desert to cross in three days, if they hope to survive.

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Movie Review: Jesus Revolution Apr 24, 2023

What happens when a revival breaks out among countercultural hippies in the late 1960s? Jesus Revolution answers that question.

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Movie Review: Chevalier Apr 21, 2023

This biopic tells the story of Joseph de Bologne, the illegitimate, mixed-race son of a wealthy Frenchman and a slave in 18th-century France who rose to fame as a violinist, composer and fencer.

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Movie Review: Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series Apr 20, 2023

Ash’s final journey involves some positive moments and a couple bumps, too.

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The Screen in Your Pocket-AI-Human Romances are Flourishing Apr 19, 2023

Have you heard about AI-human relationships?

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Book Review: DC’s Justice League: Cosmic Chaos Apr 18, 2023

Lots of cartoony superhero action for young players and parents who don’t mind eyerolling puns.

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Movie Review: Chupa Apr 17, 2023

Chupa proves that modern movies with few concerns aren’t just myths.

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Movie Review: Sweetwater Apr 14, 2023

In 1950, Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton became the first Black basketball player to join an NBA team. Sweetwater tells his story, chronicling the resistance and racism he had to confront both on the court and off.

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TV Review: The Way Home Apr 13, 2023

Time-shifting elements aside, The Way Home is very typical Hallmark fare with minimal language and romantic content.

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The Screen in Your Pocket-Scammers Using Voice Clones Apr 12, 2023

You think you recognize the voice on the other end of the line, but do you?

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Book Review: Maizy Chen’s Last Chance Apr 11, 2023

Maizy Chen spends the summer learning about her family history and grappling with racism, both past and present.

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Movie Review: On a Wing and a Prayer Apr 10, 2023

The true story behind On a Wing and a Prayer keeps this faith-based film flying.

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Movie Review: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Apr 07, 2023

Families with fans of Nintendo’s long-running Mario video game franchise will (mostly) love this big-screen adaptation of Mario and Luigi joining Princess Peach to protect her magical Mushroom Kingdom from big-bad Bowser’s dastardly plans.

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TV Review: A Thousand Tomorrows Apr 06, 2023

There are a few bucks on this ride, but fans of Karen Kingsbury’s original novel should find this miniseries a compelling adaptation.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Gen Z and Facebook Apr 05, 2023

We know grandma uses “the Facebook”…but does Gen Z?

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YouTube Review: Geography King Apr 04, 2023

Want to learn all about U.S. geography? You might consider learning from the Geography King.

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TV Review: Missing Apr 03, 2023

You may enjoy the twists and turns in this unique desktop-based thriller, but you won’t be missing its content issues.

Movie Review: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Mar 31, 2023

The latest big-screen adaptation of this famous fantasy role-playing game feels like one part Lord of the Rings, one part Guardians of the Galaxy. There’s some magic and violence, of course, but also some surprisingly nice messages about family and loyalty.

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TV Review: Animal Control Mar 30, 2023

Animal Control is yet another recycled comedy about public servants who can’t seem to do anything right.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Adding Limits Mar 29, 2023

TikTok is adding some new time limits. Wanna know more?

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Culture Remix: Drive: Thru History with Dave Stotts Mar 28, 2023

It’s biblical history, and it’s fun!

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Movie Review: John Wick: Chapter 4 Mar 24, 2023

Keanu Reeves returns for another round of vigilante mayhem in John Wick: Chapter 4. If you’ve seen any of the first three films in this franchise, you know exactly what to expect here: an unremitting ballet of brutality and bloodshed.

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TV Review: Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur Mar 23, 2023

Despite some decent messages, Moon Girl can’t overcome its own questionable agenda.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Adventures in Odyssey Mar 22, 2023

Have you considered putting Adventures in Odyssey on the phone in your kids’ pockets?

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YouTube Review: : 8-Bit Music Theory Mar 21, 2023

Though the occasional swear word brings disharmony to the channel, 8-bit Music Theory otherwise creates a decent composition.

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Movie Review: Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist Mar 20, 2023

Rise of the Antichrist brings another iteration of the Left Behind books to the big screen. The results are mixed.

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Movie Review: Shazam! Fury of the Gods Mar 17, 2023

Shazam is back. And this time Billy Baston isn’t the only one with super powers. Several of his fost-kid friends receive them, too. But they’ll need all the superpowers they can muster to combat the threat of three angry gods bent on doing bad things to Earth in this high-octane DC Comics sequel.

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TV Review: Rubble & Crew Mar 16, 2023

Paw Patrol’s Rubble sets out with his family on a new construction adventure in Rubble & Crew.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Bold Glamour Filter Mar 15, 2023

Have you heard of the TikTok Glamour Filter? What do you need to know?

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Game Review: Hogwarts Legacy Mar 14, 2023

As with every Potteresque venture, there’s dark and deadly peril along with the magical fun.

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Movie Review: A Man Called Otto Mar 13, 2023

Tom Hanks stars in this remake about a grieving, bitter man who gradually begins to see life from a brighter point of view.

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Movie Review: Champions Mar 10, 2023

Woody Harrelson stars in this sports comedy/drama about a struggling basketball coach who gets busted for a DUI, then assigned to coach a group of young adults with intellectual disabilities as community service—an event that transforms how this self-centered coach sees other people.

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TV Review: The Ark Mar 09, 2023

The crew on this Syfy show may eventually reach the alien planet it’s aiming for. But it carries plenty of problems, too.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media and the Brain Mar 08, 2023

Whether we like it or not, we can confidently state that kids’ constant exposure to screens and social media is having a tangible impact on them.

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Game Review: River City Girls 2 Mar 07, 2023

A few light content punches mar River City Girls 2, an otherwise fun, colorful beat-‘em-up.

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Movie Review: Women Talking Mar 06, 2023

Women Talking delves deeply and painfully into abuse: Abuse of people, of power and of faith itself.

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Movie Review: Creed III Mar 03, 2023

Adonis Creed (the son of Rocky Balboa’s first opponent, Apollo Creed) is ready to hang up his gloves and become a boxing promoter. But this is a boxing movie, and so Creed soon finds himself back in the ring again.

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TV Review: Shape Island Mar 02, 2023

Shape Island may charm little viewers and won’t bend their parents out of shape. But the show can also feel surprisingly flat.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Screens and Lost Sleep Mar 01, 2023

So, do screens at night and a good sleep mix well?

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Book Review: The Upside of Falling Feb 28, 2023

Being a perfect couple in high school isn’t easy, even if it is all pretend.

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Movie Review: Devotion Feb 27, 2023

This is a very good war film, but some unfortunate friendly fire could ground it for family viewers.

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Movie Review: Jesus Revolution Feb 24, 2023

In the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, a remarkable revival began to spread from its roots in Southern California’s hippie subculture. Jesus Revolution tells that remarkable true story.

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TV Review: Wolf Pack Feb 23, 2023

Wolf Pack may have werewolves, but it is also “packed” with content issues.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: ForSpoken Feb 22, 2023

This game is like that vulgar, overtalking neighbor. He might look nice. But you’re wise to avoid him.

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YouTube Review: Simon's Cat Feb 21, 2023

Look out, Garfield, there’s another mischievous and hungry cat in town.

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Movie Review: Running the Bases Feb 20, 2023

In Running the Bases, a young baseball player grapples with grief and doubt as he gradually learns to trust God with his life.

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Movie Review: Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania Feb 17, 2023

In the third Ant-Man installment, Scott Lange tries to reconnect with his daughter, Cassie, before he and the rest of his family get sucked dramatically into the subatomic Quantum Realm, where they’ll face off against the new villain Kang the Conqueror.

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TV Review: SuperKitties Feb 16, 2023

The paw-some SuperKitties save their animal friends from various petty crimes while learning important life lessons in this cute cartoon.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: ChatGPT Feb 15, 2023

What if Google could settle in for a chat? It might be something like this.

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Book Review: Lightlark Feb 14, 2023

Every 100 years the island of Lightlark appears, and the Centennial games begin. But they come with a cost.

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Movie Review: Strange World Feb 13, 2023

Strange World is colorful and, at times, clever. But it’s very much a symbol and symptom of our own strange, fallen world.

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Movie Review: The Amazing Maurice Feb 10, 2023

A magically sentient cat teams up with similarly smart rats to swindle humans … only to be drawn into a deeper mystery where these brainy animal con artists become unlikely heroes themselves.

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TV Review: Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight Feb 09, 2023

Po the warrior panda joins an English knight in a quest to keep sacred artifacts safe.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media Legislation Feb 08, 2023

Are our leaders doing anything about the negative aspects of social media?

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YouTube Review: Got Questions Ministries Feb 07, 2023

Got Questions Ministries offers a wonderful database of answers to all sorts of theological questions.

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Movie Review: Wakanda Forever Feb 06, 2023

Wakanda Forever teeters on the edge of overstuffed irrelevance. But it remembers ultimately that character—and characters—count.

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Movie Review: 80 for Brady Feb 03, 2023

Four longtime friends go on an adventure of a lifetime to see their beloved football star Tom Brady play in a Super Bowl. But while these ladies have a blast, some may want to skip this trip

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TV Review: The Last of Us Feb 02, 2023

Much like a fungal infection, The Last of Us has many concerns that are in need of treatment.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Experiment on Our Children Feb 01, 2023

Every social media network uses algorithms to keep its audience engaged. But TikTok seems to take it to a new, terrifying level.

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Game Review: Need for Speed Unbound Jan 31, 2023

It’s a well-tuned racer. But some will still want to hit the brakes.

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Movie Review: RRR Jan 30, 2023

RRR, the most expensive Indian action/comedy/musical ever made, is as violent and spiritual as it is creative and theatrical.

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YouTube Review: Outdoor Boys Jan 24, 2023

A father takes his wife and young boys out to explore and hunt in the outdoor world. And he teaches his viewers about the outdoors, too.

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Movie Review: Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist Jan 27, 2023

Six months after the Rapture, a small group of new Christians is trying to decipher what’s coming next … even as a devilishly diabolical politician consolidates his global power and ruthlessly eliminates rivals.

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TV Review: StoryBots: The Rig Jan 26, 2023

Supernatural fog is never a good weather pattern when you work on an oil rig. But violence and profanity, apparently, are right as rain.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok in 2023 Jan 25, 2023

What do you need to know about Tik Tok in 2023?

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Movie Review: Minions: The Rise of Gru Jan 23, 2023

Gru and his bumbling-yet-loyal Minions return for an origin story about a boy who wants to be bad but ends up being pretty good. Mostly.

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Movie Review: The Son Jan 20, 2023

Actors Hugh Jackman and Laura Dern star in this heavy PG-13 drama about a divorced couple struggling desperately to connect with their depressed teen son before time runs out.

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TV Review: StoryBots: Answer Time Jan 19, 2023

The StoryBots are on the case to answer all the questions you might have about the world.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Marvel’s Midnight Suns Jan 18, 2023

There’s fun XCOM-like gameplay to be had. But you gotta be OK with Marvel’s demonic side.

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Movie Review Dog Gone Jan 16, 2023

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Movie Review: A Man Called Otto Jan 13, 2023

If you’ve ever idly wondered what Tom Hanks might be like playing an angry old man, A Man Called Otto answers that question. This PG-13 dramedy tells the story of a bitter, suicidal widower learning to hope again after his wife dies.

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TV: Review: Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids Jan 12, 2023

Minno’s Laugh and Grow Bible For Kids comes to life in this four-episode adaptation which tells of the birth of Jesus.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Hard of Hearing Generation Jan 11, 2023

Have you thought about what headphones and loud music may be doing to your kid’s hearing?

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Book Review: If You Read This Jan 10, 2023

On her 12th birthday, Brie gets a box of letters and a secret quest that might change everything.

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Movie Review: Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jan 09, 2023

Despite a couple of speedbumps, Matilda the Musical ultimately gives us a fable that illustrates some significant biblical truths.

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Movie Review: M3GAN Jan 06, 2023

In this PG-13 sci-fi and horror thriller, a doll-like AI companion takes her directive to teach and protect a little girl a bit too seriously. The predictably bloody outcome is paired with some surprising cautionary messages about technology and parenting.

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TV Review: Wednesday Jan 05, 2023

Wednesday Addams has always been creepy and kooky. But a killer? In Netflix’s dark take on her, she’d sure like to be.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: New Year’s Resolution Jan 04, 2023

Have you thought about what your New Year’s tech resolution should be?

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Game Review: Pokémon Violet and Scarlet Jan 03, 2023

This ninth-generation Pokémon game offers a true open-world environment—and it may leave players tickled pink.

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Movie Review: Black Adam Jan 02, 2023

Despite Dwayne Johnson donning the cape, Black Adam is a confused, conflicted and ultimately disappointing movie.

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Movie Review: Women Talking Dec 30, 2022

"Women Talking" dramatizes the real-life story of Mennonite women living in community who discover that they’ve been drugged and assaulted by various men living there. This PG-13 movie tells a hard story, but one that could spur deeper conversations about spiritual and sexual abuse in the church.

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Movie Review: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Dec 30, 2022

Actor Antonio Banderas reprises his vocal role as the famously suave, swashbuckling, Spanish-accented feline Puss in Boots in this rough-and-tumble story with some sweet lessons about contentment and some surprisingly scary moments for young or sensitive viewers.

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TV Review: Dino Ranch Dec 29, 2022

Dino Ranch’s strong lessons and positivity are nice to see. But we’ve got a bone to pick with a bit of its content.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Under the Tree Dec 28, 2022

You had screens under the tree. Now what?

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YouTube Review: Daily Disciple Dec 27, 2022

Daily Disciple provides answers to the doubts and struggles that would prevent us from responding to the gospel.

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Movie Review: Strange World Dec 26, 2022

Strange World is colorful and, at times, clever. But it’s very much a symbol and symptom of our own strange, fallen world.

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TV Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Christmas Special Dec 22, 2022

While this crew from the MCU doesn’t acknowledge the reason for the season, this sometimes crass special still has a lot of heart.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok’s Toxic Diet Culture Dec 21, 2022

Have you heard about how social media is promoting a toxic diet culture?

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Book Review: The Christmas Pig Dec 20, 2022

Young Jack uses the magic of Christmas Eve to rescue a beloved stuffed toy he refuses to lose.

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Movie Review: Secret Headquarters Dec 19, 2022

Repairing a broken relationship is going to take some serious superpowers.

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TV Review: Zootopia+ Dec 15, 2022

This brief look into the lives of those Judy Hopps interacts with provides plenty of laughs and a couple things of note

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Cyberbullying and Teen Academic Performance Dec 14, 2022

Ever wonder how cyberbullying impacts your kids?

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Game Review: MultiVersus Dec 13, 2022

MultiVersus has a lot of fun battles to enjoy. But some in-game irritations could send you running.

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Movie Review: The Woman King Dec 12, 2022

"The Woman King" offers an inspiring—if not necessarily historically accurate—take on a fierce group of female African warriors.

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Movie Review: Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio Dec 09, 2022

This monster master’s take on a classic tale may be a bit on the grim side for young or sensitive viewers. But for everyone else, Guillermo del Toro’s story about this famous wooden boy brims with spiritual symbolism and resonant reflections on what it means to be human.

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TV Review: Tales of the Jedi Dec 08, 2022

These quick stories provide the background details that occurred during the prequel trilogy.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: No Screens for Christmas Dec 07, 2022

You’ve been thinking about turning of the screens for the holidays. So now what?

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YouTube Review: SunnyV2 Dec 06, 2022

SunnyV2 provides an interesting look into the lives of famous or infamous YouTubers—and the potentially concerning content that comes with them.

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Movie Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules Dec 05, 2022

Bathroom humor and bad behavior are the rule for Rodrick Rules. But it comes with some nice lessons as well.

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Movie Review: I Heard the Bells Dec 02, 2022

This biopic from Sight & Sound Films tells the story of American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s struggle to hold on to his faith in the wake of family tragedy and the horror of the Civil War.

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TV Review: Daniel Spellbound Dec 01, 2022

This Netflix animated show about a teen in a magical New York City seems intent on pushing its Y7 rating.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Sonic Frontiers Nov 30, 2022

A beloved, speedy hero (and franchise) gets a chance at some new open-world fun.

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Game Review: Gotham Knights Nov 29, 2022

It’s a Batman game without Batman. Can it still be worth a Bat-signal?

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Movie Review: Good Night Oppy Nov 28, 2022

"Good Night Oppy" offers a look into the emotional side of NASA’s highly scientific Spirit and Opportunity Mars rover missions.

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Movie Review: Strange World Nov 25, 2022

Disney’s latest animated adventure features its first openly gay teen character, and that coming-out party has gotten lots of mainstream news coverage. Plugged In tells you everything you need to know.

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TV Review: Fire Country Nov 24, 2022

This show might not burn you as much as some. But neither is it a blazing success.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Screens Want Kids to Be Adults Nov 23, 2022

Have you thought about how screens want kids to be older than they are?

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Book Review: On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness Nov 22, 2022

Janner Igiby and his siblings unknowingly hold the secret to surviving the venomous Fangs of Dang.

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Movie Review: Spirited Nov 21, 2022

Apple TV+’s Spirited comes with a few coals in its figgy pudding. But despite the lumps, this Christmas musical is surprisingly sweet.

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Movie Review: My Father’s Dragon Nov 18, 2022

This delightful animated kids movie streaming on Netflix takes inspiration from the 1948 children’s book of the same name. In it, a young boy named Elmer sets off on a quest to rescue an imprisoned dragon, and learns some important lessons about fear and courage along the way.

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TV Review: The Peripheral Nov 17, 2022

Amazon Prime’s The Peripheral is clever and intriguing. But its problems aren’t on the periphery: They’re front and center.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: BeReal App Nov 16, 2022

What do parents need to know about the BeReal app?

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YouTube Review: TerminalMontage Nov 15, 2022

Flashing lights and chaotic fighting are the biggest drawbacks to this channel focused around popular Nintendo games.

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Movie Review: Falling for Christmas Nov 14, 2022

Love and amnesia at Christmas. Should you remember to tune in?

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Movie Review: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Nov 11, 2022

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman tragically died of cancer in 2020. This sequel pays poignant tribute to his character. This time around, the Black Panther’s people of Wakanda find themselves drawn into a conflict with an undersea nation led by a potent newcomer named Namor.

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TV Review: Spirit Rangers Nov 10, 2022

Kodi, Summer and Eddy are here to protect the spirits of Xus National Park—and learn a few lessons along the way.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: LEGO Bricktales Nov 09, 2022

To build or not to build, that is the plastic block question.

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Album Review: Taylor Swift: Midnight Nov 08, 2022

Sometimes, it’s better to go to bed than stay up to midnight, and it just may be better to avoid Swift’s Midnights, too.

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Movie Review: Enola Holmes 2 Nov 07, 2022

Enola and Sherlock battle to outwit evil. Want more clues?

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Movie Review: Wendell and WIld Nov 04, 2022

This animated Netflix kids comedy about a 13-year-old girl who talks to demons has some unexpectedly sweet moments … along with all of the spiritual problems you’d expect with a premise like that.

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TV Review: Alaska Daily Nov 03, 2022

Hilary Swank stars in ABC’s Alaska Daily as an investigative journalist willing to risk it all to get to the bottom of any story.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Money Apps Nov 02, 2022

How about some apps that teach your kids about money? We’ve got ya.

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Book Review: Escape from the Everglades Nov 01, 2022

A teen risks sharp-toothed death in pursuit of a missing friend in this first High Water novel.

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Movie Review: The School for Good and Evil Oct 31, 2022

This magical school teaches that good and evil are like yin and yang. We’d disagree.

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Movie Review: Paul’s Promise Oct 28, 2022

Why should anyone serve a God who lets His faithful followers endure so much suffering at times? That’s the question at the heart of this Christian movie that deals with pain, addiction, forgiveness and racism.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media and Mental Health Oct 26, 2022

Sometimes you just need to take a social media break for your own mental health

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YouTube Review: Ryan Trahan Oct 25, 2022

Ryan’s newest videos are content free, but parents may want to note a few things about his older ones.

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Movie Review: Fall Oct 24, 2022

Watching someone dangle 2,000 feet from a tower feels exciting. But this movie can make you wince for less exciting reasons.

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Movie Review: Black Adam Oct 21, 2022

Dwayne Johnson stars as an antihero with a pretty serious anger-management problem in the latest DC Comics movie to hit theaters. Though there are some heroic moments, vengeance and violence get top billing here, with Johnson’s character uncorking his murderous rage on any bad guy who’s dumb enough to get in his way.

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TV Review: Cars on the Road Oct 20, 2022

It has a few speed bumps along the way, but the new Disney+ show Cars on the Road will be high-octane fun for some fans of the franchise.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Babies and Screens Oct 19, 2022

Exposing your infant to screens too early disrupts their growing ability to read and interpret faces – a key element to their developing social skills.

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Album Review: Marcus Mumford’s Self-Titled Oct 18, 2022

Marcus Mumford’s solo effort includes one harsh profanity as it graphically wrestles through sexual abuse and grasps for grace, healing and forgiveness.

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Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank Oct 17, 2022

Paws of Fury is fun and funny. And if you can endure some gassy giggles, there are even some nice lessons in its furious furry paws.

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Movie Review: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Oct 14, 2022

Based on the beloved children’s story of the same name, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile introduces us to a talented-but-shy singing crocodile and the boy who becomes the reptile’s unlikely best friend.

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TV Review: Stargirl Oct 13, 2022

This teen-centric superhero tale gives viewers pretty much what they’d expect from the CW—in both good and bad ways.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Are You Too Strict? Oct 12, 2022

Are you being too strict or too easy when it comes to your kid’s tech use?

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Game Review: Lost in Play Oct 11, 2022

Puzzle me this: Can a game be fun, silly, challenging and mom and dad-friendly, too? Hmmm

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DC League of Super-Pets Oct 10, 2022

In this world, even pets can be super—but the content in this movie won’t be able to claim the same.

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Movie Review: Hocus Pocus 2 Oct 07, 2022

Twenty-nine years after the original, Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker reunite as witchy, church-hating sisters plotting to eat teens’ souls in Salem, Massachusetts. We’re supposed to laugh at their antics. But Christian viewers likely won’t find this story’s dark and occult vibe very funny.

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TV Review: Andor Oct 06, 2022

It’s been called the first Star Wars show meant for adults. And that, obviously, comes with some problems.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: LEGO Brawls Oct 05, 2022

Plastic battlers and silliness abounds. But is that enough?

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Book Review: Whittington Oct 04, 2022

Whittington the cat comes to live at the barnyard and tries to encourage young Ben in his schoolwork.

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Movie Review: Thor: Love And Thunder Oct 03, 2022

Yes, the fourth Thor film features plenty of thunder and a good bit of love. But this Asgardian ship carries a cargo of problems, too.

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Movie Review: See How They Run Sep 30, 2022

In this meta-murder-mystery salute to Agatha Christie, one of the famous writer’s stories is being made into a movie … until it’s director ends up unexpectedly dead, that is. Who killed him? And why? Two intrepid sleuths with very sleuth-y names, Inspector Stoppard and Constable Stalker, are on the case!

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TV Review: Tekken: Lost Ollie Sep 29, 2022

Poignant, precious and, yes, problematic, Lost Ollie nevertheless plumbs unexpected depths.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Splatoon 3 Sep 28, 2022

This game’s all about squid-kids with ‘tude and ink-splashing battles galore. And it comes with nary a stain.

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YouTube Review: Bad Lip Reading Sep 27, 2022

The lip reading is bad, and the content just might follow suit.

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Movie Review: Where the Crawdads Sing Sep 26, 2022

This marshy tale grows on you like a wetland flower. But it’s both lovely and harsh.

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Movie Review: Railway Children Sep 23, 2022

This story about three children shipped to the countryside during World War II may sound like a certain C.S. Lewis classic. But while there are no talking lions in this one, there are some great, old-fashioned themes.

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TV Review: Tekken: Bloodline Sep 22, 2022

The Tekken franchise is filled with plenty of punches and kicks. Its TV adaptation is no different.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: What is VSCO? Sep 21, 2022

Have you heard about the popular app called VSCO?

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Game Review: Two Point Campus Sep 20, 2022

You build the school and pick the classes with this game. But does it earn a passing grade?

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Movie Review: Elvis Sep 19, 2022

This film shakes, rattles and rolls with cinematic memories of Elvis young and old. But it stumbles a bit, too.

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Movie Review: Running the Bases Sep 16, 2022

In "Running the Bases", a successful baseball coach must decide if he’s willing to pay the price for his public declaration of faith when he lands a new job coaching at a much bigger school.

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TV Review: Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Sep 15, 2022

It’s definitely Lord of the Rings, and it’s definitely influenced by Amazon.

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The Screen in Your Pocket- Netflix 25 Years Later Sep 14, 2022

Netflix first started sending out DVDs some 25 years ago. Are we better for it?

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Book Review: My Fine Fellow Sep 13, 2022

Two female culinary students decide to transform a pastry-pushing street hawker into a proper gentleman chef.

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Movie Review: Lightyear Sep 12, 2022

Disney gives a beloved character a rollicking origin story … and steps decisively into our culture’s ongoing LGBT conversation.

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Movie Review: Lifemark Sep 09, 2022

The latest cinematic venture from the Kendrick Brothers tells the poignant true story of an 18-year-old seeking to reconnect with the mother who gave him up for adoption.

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She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Sep 08, 2022

Jennifer Walters may have accidentally become a Hulk. But she’s a bit different shade of green than her cousin Bruce Banner.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Digimon Survive Sep 07, 2022

This new "Digimon" is more visual novel that battler this go ‘round. But it’s also more horror than digital monster hoopla.

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Album Review: Life After Death Sep 06, 2022

TobyMac’s first album-length effort since his son’s accidental overdose in 2019 hangs on to hope amid terrible loss.

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Movie Review: Top Gun Maverick Sep 05, 2022

Top Gun: Maverick is an almost picture-perfect sequel

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Movie Review: Love in the ViIla Sep 02, 2022

This Netflix romcom feels like it copied the Hallmark playbook, then added just a bit more content than we’d expect to see on that outlet in this story about a woman who unexpectedly finds love while vacationing solo in Italy.

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TV Review: Super Giant Robot Brothers Sep 01, 2022

Giant monsters? Wormholes? The threat of utter destruction? A child genius and her two giant robots just might save the day.

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The Screen in Your Pocket: Snapchat’s New Parental Controls Aug 31, 2022

Have you heard about the new parental controls for Snapchat?

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Book Review: Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh Aug 30, 2022

When sickness prevents a mouse family from moving out of their doomed house, they look to unlikely friends for help.

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Movie Review: Phantom of the Open Aug 29, 2022

There’s a lot to cheer in this true-life golfing tale. But there are a few foul shanks in the mix.

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Movie Review: Samaritan Aug 26, 2022

Sylvester Stallone plays a reclusive former super hero trying to live a normal life in this Amazon Prime Video movie. There’s just one problem: An intrepid 13-year-old has figured out his secret and is trying to coax him back into the crimefighting scene in their violence-riddled, decaying city.

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TV Review: Amber Brown Aug 25, 2022

This coming-of-age story based on a children’s book series teaches kids about making friends, fitting in and navigating divorce.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Tom Holland and Social Media Aug 24, 2022

Spider-Man actor Tom Holland took a break from social media for his mental health. And maybe we should, too.
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Book Review: Out of My Heart Aug 23, 2022

Twelve-year-old Melody pushes past her fears and physical limitations and sets off to camp.
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Movie Review: Jurassic World Dominion Aug 22, 2022

Generations of Jurassic fans can once again watch their favorite Isla Nublar survivors try to avoid becoming a lizard’s lunch.
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Movie Review: Secret Headquarters Aug 19, 2022

Charlie’s workaholic dad is rarely around. Then the preteen learns why: Charlie’s father is secretly a superhero. But when that secret leaks to the bad guys, too, Charlie and some friends will have to defend his home’s “secret headquarters” in this Home Alone meets Iron Man mash-up.
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TV Review: SkyMed Aug 18, 2022

Intimacy, action and adrenaline are the name of the game in this formulaic medical-drama import from Canada.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Facebook Is Becoming More Like TikTok Aug 17, 2022

Facebook is pulling ideas from TikTok. Is that a good thing?
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Game Review: Escape Academy Aug 16, 2022

For the most part, this lovable kinkajou and his fiery human helper make some really beautiful music.
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Movie Review: Vivo Aug 15, 2022

For the most part, this lovable kinkajou and his fiery human helper make some really beautiful music.
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Movie Review: Secret Headquarters Aug 12, 2022

Violence in Secret Headquarters ranges from verging on slapstick to life threatening, though the worst will be no worse than the average Marvel movie.
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TV Review: Sharkdog Aug 11, 2022

It’s a shark-eat-dog world, which is why Max will need to learn how to be a responsible … sharkdog ... owner.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: 80’s Resurgence Aug 10, 2022

Things of the 80’s are making a comeback in today’s shows. But is that a good thing?
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Book Review: Alias Anna: A True Story of Outwitting the Nazis Aug 09, 2022

A young girl fights against the odds to keep her identity secret and survive World War II.
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Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Aug 08, 2022

It doesn’t necessarily grab the gold ring, but you won’t feel like an egghead for seeing Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
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Movie Review: Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters Aug 05, 2022

Pure Flix’s first original film delivers a terrific story about a well-intentioned dad learning to love and learning to let go.
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TV Review: Baymax Aug 04, 2022

Through medical help, Baymax is once again saving the day—but the lovable robot won’t save you from Disney’s agenda.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: BeReal App Aug 03, 2022

A photo-sharing social media app called BeReal has become a new obsession. What are your favorite apps?
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YouTube Review: The Game/Film/Food Theorists Aug 02, 2022

MatPat has a lot of theories to put forth—and it’s a fact that many of them will be inappropriate for younger audiences.
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Movie Review: Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters Aug 01, 2022

A dad has to figure out how to let go of his plans for his three daughters and trust God with their future.
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Movie Review: DC League of Super-Pets Jul 29, 2022

DC’s animated romp for kids featuring Superman’s dog, Krypto, should have been an easy win for families. Instead it has some surprising problems regarding sexuality and profanity that parents will definitely want to know about before buying ticket for the whole family.
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Movie Review: Umbrella Academy Jul 28, 2022

This problematic sci-fi show’s third season forces our protagonists to solve, once again, another world-ending scenario.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Cuphead: The Last Delicious Course Jul 27, 2022

It’s a tasty and colorful treat. But one not easily gobbled.
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Book Review: Hotel Magnifique Jul 26, 2022

Two orphaned sisters join the staff of a magical hotel to escape their cheerless life, and then find themselves in much more danger.
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Movie Review: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Jul 25, 2022

The movie’s makers seemed to be so preoccupied with how this movie looks that they lost sight of how it feels. And honestly, it feels … pretty grim.
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Movie Review: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris Jul 22, 2022

Looking for relief from the incessant bombast of actioners like Thor, Top Gun and Jurassic World? If so, you’ll be well served by this quiet, but quietly profound, story about a widow in post-war London who travels to Paris to purchase a beautiful dress that’s captured her fancy.
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TV Review: God’s Favorite Idiot Jul 21, 2022

God finds the perfect guy to deliver his message of love to the world. But Netflix’s God is way different than the real one.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: How Screens Impact Kids’ Innate Desire to Socialize Jul 20, 2022

How do screens effect your child’s ability to socialize?
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Game Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge Jul 19, 2022

The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles title is a beat ‘em up love letter to the games of the ‘80s.
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Movie Review: The Sea Beast Jul 18, 2022

Monsters are made to be hunted…at least, that’s what the books say.
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Movie Review: The Legend of Hank Jul 15, 2022

If you’re looking for an animated kids movie about cats and dogs and martial arts set in a feudal-Japanese setting, Paws of Fury might be the answer to you quest. Then again, the amount of kitty litter spilled in this movie’s gags might give your family, ahem, pause.
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The Screen In Your Pocket: Mario Strikers: Battle League Jul 13, 2022

Mario is back with a lot of frenetic ball- (and character-) kicking action.
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YouTube Review: Defunctland Jul 12, 2022

Defunctland provides detailed histories and information about closed theme park attractions.
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Movie Review: The Bad Guys Jul 11, 2022

If you’re painted as the villain your whole life, can you do anything but play the role?
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Movie Review: Thor: Love and Thunder Jul 08, 2022

Thor’s fourth solo outing packs plenty of romance and action into another heroic story. But families may find the violence, profanity, sensuality and spiritual themes here a lot less heroic.
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TV Review: Action Pack Jul 07, 2022

This Netflix superhero show emphasizes teamwork and kindness over roundhouse punches and laser blasts.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Delete Your Insta? Jul 06, 2022

Instagram doesn’t want you to delete your account, and they’ll do everything to convince you to keep it
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YouTube Review: Odin Makes Jul 05, 2022

Odin creates props on a budget, and for those with tenacity, he’ll show you exactly how you can do it, too.
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Movie Review Downton Abbey: A New Era Jul 04, 2022

Downton Abbey: A New Era is actually milder that the show and film that preceded it, but the same concerns from the first two exist here.
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Movie Review: The Rise of Gru Jul 01, 2022

Gru and his myriad Minions return for the fifth entry in the Despicable Me franchise. Mischief and toilet humor await, as you likely already know. But so does a sweet story about how we all need each other thrive.
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TV Review: Alice's Wonderland Bakery Jun 30, 2022

Baking with Wonderland’s ingredients leads to tasty treats and enjoyable mishaps.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: How Social Media Keeps Us Hooked Jun 29, 2022

Social media websites are designed to keep you scrolling through content so they can continue to collect and exploit data.
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YouTube Review: RealLifeLore Jun 28, 2022

"RealLifeLore" examines interesting hypotheticals and real-life history to better understand how the world works.
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Movie Review: Family Camp Jun 27, 2022

"Family Camp", the first film from the Skit Guys, mostly pulls off a neat trick: being Christian … and being funny.
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Movie Review: Elvis Jun 24, 2022

Director Baz Luhrmann’s take on the King’s tragic story is engaging and energetic as we watch an earnest young singer fall under the destructive thrall of a manipulative manager determined to milk every penny out of his protégé.
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TV Review: Going Home Jun 23, 2022

Pure Flix’s hospice drama is almost everything you’d hope it would be.
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The Screen In Your Pocket: Virtual Babies Jun 22, 2022

A new concept is in development that will allow anyone with a VR headset to experience parenthood through virtual children.
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Game Review: Stilt Jun 21, 2022

This artistically creative game has its fair share of fun puzzles and deep-sea dangers.
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Movie Review: Lightyear Jun 17, 2022

He's not a toy this time. No, he's an actual Space Ranger, dealing with aggressive plants, time travel and his own ego. And while this movie has some nice messages, not all its buzz is good.
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Movie Review: Cinderella Jun 20, 2022

The latest cinematic take on Cinderella weaves 21st-century mores into a story with praiseworthy and problematic moments.
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TV Review: Stranger Things Jun 16, 2022

The fourth season of Netflix’s Stranger Things continues to blend nostalgia with ever-darker spiritual content and horrific violence.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Kids and Their Screen Time Jun 15, 2022

A study by the University of Bath shows that even relatively modest adjustments to screen time can yield big benefits.
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Movie Review: Morbius Jun 13, 2022

"Morbius" is less Marvel mega and more messy meh.
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Movie Review: Jurassic World: Dominion Jun 10, 2022

You want rampaging dinosaurs? You want everyone who’s ever been in a Jurassic Park/World movie? The finale of the second Jurassic trilogy delivers … along with a high body count, a lot of profanity.
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TV Review: Obi-Wan Kenobi Jun 09, 2022

The latest Disney+ Star Wars show offers an engaging, if not engrossing tale that keeps its lightsaber pretty clean.
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Game Review: Soundfall Jun 08, 2022

Can toe-tapping and baddie-blasting possibly work together?
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YouTube Review: Overly Sarcastic Productions Jun 07, 2022

Famous bits of history and literature—all animated down into bite-sized chunks!
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Movie Review: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Jun 06, 2022

The third theatrical entry in this Harry Potter spinoff franchise is full of heroism and sacrifice … and some big problems, too.
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Movie Review: The Bob's Burgers Movie Jun 03, 2022

After 12 successful seasons on Fox, Bob’s Burgers graduates to the big screen. Fans of the franchise won’t be surprised to find that the movie version is a lot like the TV show: often sweet but occasionally pretty sour, too.
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TV Review: Spy X Family Jun 02, 2022

In order to infiltrate a highly prestigious elementary school, top spy Twilight will have to master a new set of skills—being a good dad.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: How TikTok Impacts the TikToker Jun 01, 2022

TikTok fame isn’t always gumdrops, sugarplums and m-m-m-m-m to the b.
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Book Review: Gallant May 31, 2022

A young girl follows rambling journal entries to find a place called Gallant. The home she never knew.
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Movie Review: Chip & Dale: Rescue Rangers May 30, 2022

Curiously clever and deceptively smart, Chip ‘n Dale’s newest film is a good nut. But it still has some problems that might be hard to crack.
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Movie Review: Top Gun Maverick May 27, 2022

Tom Cruise reprises one of his most iconic roles, 36 years after the original. Not much has changed, save a few more lines on his face. But the megawatt smile and Mach-speed aerial exploits are exactly what you’d expect … with just a bit of turbulence along the way.
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TV Review: Strange New Worlds May 26, 2022

Captain Pike finally gets his time in the Star Trek spotlight, but his story is one filled with tragedy and foreboding.
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Game Review: LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga May 25, 2022

This new LEGO adventure snaps together loads of action and fun. Oh, and Jar Jar Binks, too.
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Book Review: A Bird Will Soar May 24, 2022

Eagles usually care more for their nests than their young. Axel wonders if his dad is the same way.
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Movie Review: The Batman May 23, 2022

It’s as grim as you might expect, with a horror movie vibe and a foul mouth. But this Batman film still manages to save the day.
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Movie Review: Downton Abbey: A New Era May 20, 2022

Downton Abbey seems as stately as ever. But the aging estate needs expensive repairs. And that prompts its residents to consider some surprising ways to finance its refurbishment, like filming a Hollywood movie there. Cue the chaos—British style, of course.
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Tv Review: Dodo May 19, 2022

Joe’s ready for his first day of secondary school; Little does he know just what problems his new school will bring.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Talking About Phone Location Sharing May 18, 2022

Have you talked to your kids about location sharing on their phone?
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YouTube Review: How it Should Have Ended May 17, 2022

When the movie ending doesn’t make sense, "How It Should Have Ended" fixes it for you.
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Movie Review: Belle May 16, 2022

It’s not a kids’ movie. But for teens and up this is an easily recommended visual treat.
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Movie Review: Family Camp May 13, 2022

In this new Christian comedy, two very different families of faith end up sharing accommodations with each other at Family Camp. And it turns out that they’ve got a lot to learn about their families, each other and the ways they relate to God.
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TV Review: Pacific Rim: The Black May 12, 2022

In this "Pacific Rim" sequel, two siblings fight to get back to their parents in Kaiju-infested Australia.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Cut Your Kid’s Smartphone Time May 11, 2022

Have you wondered if you should cut back on your kid’s smartphone time? That might say something right there.
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Movie Review: The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe May 10, 2022

This award-winning game gets updated graphics and a whole new sequel hidden in its hallways. But it’s not for everybody.
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Movie Review: Dog May 09, 2022

Dog is a funny, touching story of a military dog and his soldier. But things can get pretty ruff along the way.
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Movie Review: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness May 06, 2022

The movie's makers seemed to be so preoccupied with how this movie looks that they lost sight of how it feels. And honestly, it feels pretty grim.
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TV Review: Pinecone & Pony May 05, 2022

As a young girl tries to be a super tough grown-up warrior, she learns valuable life lessons along the way.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media Collective Illusions May 04, 2022

We live in a world full of competing ideas, opinions and perceptions about what’s what in the world. So how does social media influence that process?
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Game Review: Young Souls May 03, 2022

Does this title suggest this is a Dark Souls game for kids? It’s not. It still has some nasty bits to navigate, though.
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Movie Review: Blacklight May 02, 2022

Liam Neeson’s latest “certain set of skills” actioner simmers with violence and verges on slipping into self-parody.
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Movie Review: Polar Bear Apr 29, 2022

The latest nature-focused documentary from Disney ushers us into the icy world of a mama polar bear and the cub she’s trying to raise in an ever-changing and often deadly environment.
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Movie Review: The Croods: Family Tree Apr 28, 2022

This spin-off show is full of slapstick violence and familial relationships.
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The Screen In Your Pocket:: Kirby and the Forgotten Land Apr 27, 2022

One of Nintendo’s most unique characters finds himself in a new world with new powers. But, mostly, the fun feels pretty familiar.
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Book Review: Northwind Apr 26, 2022

A plague drives a young boy from his Nordic fishing village, and he needs all of his skills to survive.
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Movie Review: Moonfall Apr 25, 2022

Director Roland Emmerich sets out to destroy the Earth. Again. This time, with the moon.
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Movie Review: The Bad Guys Apr 22, 2022

If you’ve always been bad, is it possible to be good? That’s the question faced by five typically villainous animals—Wolf, Snake, Tarantula, Piranha and Shark—in the new animated movie "The Bad Guys".
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TV Review: Moon Knight Apr 21, 2022

Despite a compelling story and Oscar Isaac’s dynamite performance, this show might be Disney/Marvel’s most problematic.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Brain Apr 20, 2022

So, what is TikTok brain? And does any of that effect your family?
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YouTube Review: Screen Junkie Apr 19, 2022

A man with an epic movie voice makes parody trailers for your favorite movies and TV shows.
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Movie Review: Cyrano Apr 18, 2022

Sweet and sad, this musical take on a classic tale works well, but it’s surprisingly sensual in places.
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Movie Review: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Apr 15, 2022

The third theatrical entry in this Harry Potter prequel spinoff franchise is full of heroism and sacrifice … and some big concerns that fans and families who see it will be forced to navigate.
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TV Review: Halo Apr 14, 2022

Based on one of the world’s most popular video game franchises, this Paramount+ adaptation fails in every possible way.
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The Screen In Your Pocket: Smartphones Apr 13, 2022

So, when should your kids get their first smartphone?
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Youtube Review: The Report of the Week Apr 12, 2022

Fast food joints are always coming out with new products, and "TheReportOfTheWeek" steps in to review them.
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Movie Review: No Way Home Apr 11, 2022

If your family can make it past the sticky bits, there are some very interesting lessons here.
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Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Apr 08, 2022

Everyone’s favorite bundle of high-speed, electrified blue furriness returns to tangle again with his ever-nefarious nemesis Dr. Robotnik in a sequel that once again has some nice things to say about family, friendship and growing up.
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TV Review: American Auto Apr 07, 2022

NBC’s latest mockumentary-style series, this one involving an auto manufacturer, has lots in common with its Office-like ancestors.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: New Common Sense Study Apr 06, 2022

Want more insight into the latest screentime studies?
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Game Review: Gran Turismo 7 Apr 05, 2022

If you have a PS5 and any interest in simulated racing games in the least, this is a title to have.
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Movie Review: Better Nate Than Ever Apr 04, 2022

So why not run away from home and try out for a new Broadway musical? No harm in that, right? (We at Plugged In beg to differ.)
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Movie Review: Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood Apr 01, 2022

In his latest nostalgic reflection on culture and growing up, acclaimed director Richard Linklater delivers a fanciful, animated movie (on Netflix) about a boy secretly traveling to the moon at the dawn of the Space Age.
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TV Review: Big Nate Mar 31, 2022

This TV adaptation’s self-absorbed protagonist pursues awesomeness in ways that rational parents would discourage.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Sports Betting Mar 30, 2022

Online sports betting books seem to be all the rage right now. How does that impact your kids?
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Youtube Review: Tierzoo Mar 29, 2022

This channel ranks the viability of animal survival strategies in a way that mimics a video game.
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Movie Review: Sing 2 Mar 28, 2022

"Sing 2" delivers another feel-good story about determination and friendship … and some minor issues parents will want to know about.
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Movie Review: Cheaper by the Dozen Mar 25, 2022

The latest remake of this familiar story, now streaming on Disney+, features a husband and wife and their 10 children. Pratfalls, pranks, light lessons and a smattering of content problems ensue.
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TV Review: The Cuphead Show! Mar 24, 2022

Based on the 2017 game, "The Cuphead Show!" explores the animated world through the misadventures of Cuphead and Mugman
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The Screen In Your Pocket: Kid's Online Safety Act Mar 23, 2022

There’s a new Kid’s Safety Act in the works. But what should you be doing right now?
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Game Review: Nobody Saves the World Mar 22, 2022

While reliably clever and sometimes funny, Nobody sometimes runs into some dark goop and glop.
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Movie Revew: West Side Story Mar 21, 2022

Steven Spielberg’s take on "West Side Story" is surprisingly traditional, but definitely not squeaky clean.
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Movie Review: Tyson's Run Mar 18, 2022

In this quiet Christian film, a 15-year-old with autism commits to running a marathon. His successful, football-coaching father thinks it’s a bad idea. But both father and son have important lessons to learn from—and about—each other.
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TV Review: Star Trek: Discovery Mar 17, 2022

"Star Trek: Discovery" does indeed take the franchise some places it hasn’t been before.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Blue Light Mar 16, 2022

Have you ever wanted to learn more about screens and the “Blue Light” problem?
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Book Review: Daughter of the Deep Mar 15, 2022

A descendant of Captain Nemo finds herself thrust into an undersea adventure full of danger.
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Movie Review: Turning Red Mar 14, 2022

Growing up is hard to do—especially if adolescence means turning into a giant red panda. But the movie takes some ticklish turns of its own.
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Movie Review: The Adam Project Mar 11, 2022

Ryan Reynolds’ latest effort, now streaming on Netflix, is an engaging time-travel sci-fi/comedy/action/mystery mashup that’s one part Free Guy, one part Back to the Future with a lot of profanity.
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Movie Review: All of Us Are Dead Mar 10, 2022

They say high school can be a dog-eat-dog world. But kid-eat-kid? This Korean show shows just how bloody a school yard can get.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Yubo Mar 09, 2022

What should you know about Yubo and other apps like it?
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Blog: Plugged In Talks Content Blogs Mar 08, 2022

Sometimes a movie is more, or less, than its parts. Here’s how Plugged In does it.
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Movie Review: Coming 2 America Mar 07, 2022

Is this belated sequel fit for a 13-year-old to watch, much less watch alone? I think not.
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Movie Review: The Batman Mar 04, 2022

The latest take on the Dark Knight’s famously tortured soul features actor Robert Pattinson under the cowl in a reboot that’s often brooding, grim and profane, but one that also features more earnest hope than we’ve seen from DC in a while.
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TV Review: Kid Cosmic Mar 03, 2022

In the face of aliens and with the help of some magic rings, Kid and his crew learn that supers need to make sacrifices, be there for friends and believe.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Pressure on Girls on TikTok Mar 02, 2022

How should you handle the pressures your girls feel on social media?
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YouTube Review: Mark Rober Mar 01, 2022

Where Mythbusters meets Bill Nye, this former NASA and Apple engineer makes learning about engineering fun.
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Movie Review: Belfast Feb 28, 2022

There’s harsh language, violence and heated conflicts to navigate. But "Belfast" still surprises with its unexpected beauty.
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Movie Review: Cyrano Feb 25, 2022

In the latest remake of this famous tale, Game of Thrones’ Peter Dinklage portrays poet Cyrano de Bergerac, a man in love with a woman who’s in love with someone else … and someone Cyrano feels compelled to help win her heart.
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TV Review: Cobra Kai Feb 24, 2022

The Gen X-targeted nostalgia bait revisits Daniel and Johnny’s rivalry from The Karate Kid … 34 years later.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Horizon Worlds Feb 23, 2022

What is this new "Horizon Worlds" app and why should you care?
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Book Review: The Westing Game Feb 22, 2022

16 strangers are called together to play a game designed to discover who in their number is a murderer.
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Movie Review: American Underdog Feb 21, 2022

"American Underdog" tells one of the most unlikely Cinderella sports stories ever—and shows the faith, hope and love behind it.
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Movie Review: Uncharted Feb 18, 2022

Actors Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg team up in a rollicking action-adventure flick that revolves around finding the lost treasure of the explorer Magellan.
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TV Review: Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Feb 17, 2022

Apple TV+’s reboot of the 1980s "Fraggle Rock" is faithful to the original in almost every respect—including its silliness.
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Game Review: Pokémon Legends: Arceus Feb 16, 2022

There’ve been plenty of "Pokémon" games released, and most of them feel much the same. Until now.
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Book Review: Clarice the Brave Feb 15, 2022

Mutiny on the high seas separates a mouse named Clarice from her runt-of-the-litter brother.
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Movie Review: Eternals Feb 14, 2022

Marvel’s latest, "Eternals", offers a sweeping, syncretistic creation story that’s full of bargain-bin gods but no divinity or transcendence.
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Movie Review: Death on the Nile Feb 11, 2022

Investigator extraordinaire Hercule Poirot is on the job again. He’s sniffing out clues to a murder on an Egyptian cruise ship in a cinematic adaptation of Agatha Christie’s beloved mystery novel that’s both better and more problematic than the original.
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TV Review: Walker Feb 10, 2022

This reboot of "Walker, Texas Ranger" lassos mystery, violence and family drama all in one.
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Blog: The Metaverse Feb 09, 2022

Ever wonder how the #Metaverse might impact your kids?
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Track Review: Surface Pressure (Encanto Soundtrack) Feb 08, 2022

This pop-tune focuses on how important it is to realize that identity and self-worth shouldn’t be measured by performance.
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Movie Review: Encanto Feb 07, 2022

Disney’s "Encanto" revolves around a magical family, even as it reminds us that family might be the most magical thing.
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Movie Review: Home Team Feb 04, 2022

This family-oriented Netflix movie is one part true sports story, one part Kevin James comedy. It’s the story of New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton helping his son’s high school football team the year he was suspended from the NFL after a scandal.
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TV Review: Around the World in 80 Days Feb 03, 2022

"Around the World in 80 Days" will remind viewers of other PBS shows like Downton Abbey.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Astroneer Feb 02, 2022

"Astroneer" offers a well-crafted explore-and-build adventure that’s very easy to, uh, launch into.
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Game Review: Timelie Feb 01, 2022

This puzzle game throws in just enough danger, creativity and a desperate need for stealth to give it a singular feel.
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Movie Review: Ghostbusters: Afterlife Jan 31, 2022

This sequel to the classic ’80s comedy actioner is exactly what you’d expect—in both good ways and bad.
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Movie Review: The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild Jan 28, 2022

The sixth entry in the family-friendly "Ice Age" franchise revolves around the possums Crash and Eddie, whose quest for independence lands them in the very dangerous Lost World once again—a realm where only the wily weasel Buck Wild can save them.
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TV Review: The Book of Boba Fett Jan 27, 2022

"The Book of Boba Fett" marks another strong entry in the Star Wars television canon. But you still might find a stray sarlacc or two in the sands.
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The Screen In Your Pocket: TikTok Trends Jan 26, 2022

What do you do about TikTok and its many troubling trends?
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Youtube Review: Genevieve’s Playhouse Jan 25, 2022

"Genevieve’s Playhouse" consists of toddler Genevieve’s father behind the camera, promoting “toy based learning” as he plays with popular toys.
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Movie Review: Mass Jan 24, 2022

"Mass" is in its own way more difficult to watch than a slasher flick. Here, bodies don’t bleed: souls do.
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Movie Review: The King’s Daughter Jan 21, 2022

This fanciful fairy tale revolves around a king who longs to live forever, his courageous daughter, and a captured mermaid at the center of a story packed with a surprising amount of spiritual content.
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TV Review: Centaurworld Jan 20, 2022

Centaurworld is not a show for kids. And it’s also not a place you enter into lightly.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok and Eating Disorders Jan 19, 2022

What do you do if social media is pushing your kids toward eating disorders?
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Book Review: We Dream of Space Jan 18, 2022

Three siblings face middle school and family problems as they learn about space and each other.
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Movie Review: The Addams Family 2 Jan 17, 2022

While "The Addams Family 2" might not be a great movie, it does offer a couple of great messages.
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Movie Review: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania Jan 14, 2022

Dracula, Mavis and the whole "Hotel Transylvania" gang is back for round four in a story that once again mingles undead hijinks, toilet humor and some really nice family messages.
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TV Review: Hawkeye Jan 13, 2022

When it comes to entertainment, Hawkeye hits the mark. But in other areas important to families, we fear the show may be just stringing us along.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Halo Infinite Jan 12, 2022

Master Chief and Halo are back. Does their T-rating make them more family-room friendly?
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Game Review: Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain Jan 11, 2022

It’s a fun game that’ll give you a good time, and maybe offer just a bit of cerebral heft.
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Movie Review: Dune Jan 10, 2022

Canadian director Denis Villeneuve unleashes his all-star cast on Frank Herbert’s classic sci-fi epic, "Dune".
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Movie Review: Back to the Outback Jan 07, 2022

This gentle animated kids flick streaming on Netflix focuses on a group of animal friends united by the fact they that they all scare humans to death. So they head to Austrailia’s Outback together in search of a home where they can be themselves without terrifying everyone.
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TV Review: Fairfax Jan 06, 2022

From its constant crude sexual jokes to its non-stop language issues, "Fairfax" is a show most foul.
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Blog: 2021’s Best Games Jan 05, 2022

Are you looking for some family friendly games?
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Youtube Review: MinuteEarth Jan 04, 2022

"MinuteEarth" is a channel dedicated to educating kids of all ages on all things science.
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Movie Review: American Underdog Dec 31, 2021

"American Underdog" tells the remarkable true story of quarterback Kurt Warner’s journey to being Super Bowl MVP … and the story of the woman whose faithful love helped him get there.
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TV Review: Arcane Dec 30, 2021

As you might’ve guessed from the title, "Arcane" features plenty of magic. The results are anything but magical, though.
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Blog: Connected Disconnect Dec 29, 2021

Smartphones have become a crutch… a connection that disconnects us from others. So what now?
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Book Review: The List of Unspeakable Things Dec 28, 2021

A girl who’s afraid of nearly everything, finds herself on the same island as the notorious Typhoid Mary.
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Movie Review: Sing 2 Dec 24, 2021

Buster Moon and his singing animal friends return to take their shot at the big time. Lessons about friendship and determination abound, though a few songs here might raise parents’ eyebrows a bit.
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TV Review: Star Trek: Prodigy Dec 23, 2021

Designed with kids in mind, this animated "Star Trek" show might have some parents over the moon.
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Youtube Review: Jules Leblanc Dec 22, 2021

This fresh-faced teen influencer grew up onscreen. But Jules LeBlanc’s recent social media trajectory offers cause for concern.
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Movie Review: Christmas Candle Dec 21, 2021

Based on the popular novel by Max Lucado, this film stands in sharp contrast to the shallow, Santa-saturated sentimentality that surrounds it.
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Movie Review: No Time to Die Dec 20, 2021

"No Time to Die" reminds us that even a more heartfelt and earnest take on James Bond still comes with perils and pitfalls.
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Movie Review: Spider-Man: No Way Home Dec 17, 2021

When Peter Parker’s secret identity is leaked, it makes his life awfully difficult. But when he asks Doctor Strange to make everyone in the world forget who he is, things get even more complicated.
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TV Review: Maya and the Three Dec 16, 2021

Underworld gods, violence and magic all make this creative cartoon feel dark and disturbing.
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Game Review: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond Dec 15, 2021

Are these Pokémon games OK for your kids?
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Game Review: Nickelodeon All Star Brawl Dec 14, 2021

You definitely can’t say that "Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl" is in a splash-n-bash league of its own. But there’s a lot here for platform fighter fans to dive into.
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Movie Review: The Mitchells vs The Machines Dec 13, 2021

"The Mitchells vs. the Machines" is fun, sweet and smart. It strays just a bit—but for some, that’ll be enough to steer clear.
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Movie Review: West Side Story Dec 10, 2021

Director Steven Spielberg adored "West Side Story" as a child. Now, he’s remade the classic musical 60 years later—an effort that’s both true to the original, and which has a bit more content than the 1961 version.
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TV Review: 4400 Dec 09, 2021

Language and sexual content are, so far, surprisingly mild in this reboot of 4400. But this futuristic reboot comes with a past.
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Blog: Adult Depression Dec 08, 2021

Science has begun to show a link between social media and depression among adults.
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Book Review: Wilderlore: The Accidental Apprentice Dec 07, 2021

A young orphan accidentally bonds with a magical beast from a dreaded place called the Woods.
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Movie Review: Ron’s Gone Wrong Dec 06, 2021

Ron’s Gone Wrong doesn’t quite know how to follow through on the wrongs it gets right.
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Movie Review: Christmas With The Chosen: “The Messengers” Dec 03, 2021

If you’re a fan of the crowdfunded series "The Chosen", this feature-length Christmas special—now in theaters via Fathom Events—may be one of the best gifts you’ll unwrap this year.
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TV Review: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Dec 02, 2021

Laura Numeroff’s beloved children’s book series graduates to the kid-friendly cartoon zone on Amazon Prime.
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Blog: Social Media and Eating Disorders Dec 01, 2021

Social media can impact kids in a number of negative ways.
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Blog: Parenting Controls on Hulu Nov 30, 2021

Read Plugged In’s guide to setting up Hulu’s parental controls.
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Movie Review: Shang-Chi and The Legend Of The Ten Rings Nov 29, 2021

Families—even families already familiar with the MCU—still might want to pause before grabbing this ring.
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Movie Review: Encanto Nov 26, 2021

Disney’s latest animated musical revolves around an enchanted house and a family with magical abilities—except for a girl named Mirabel who doesn’t receive a magical talent. The result is a surprisingly resonant story about family, identity and acceptance.
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TV Review: Aquaman King of Atlantis Nov 25, 2021

In the new animated show "Aquaman: King of Atlantis", DC’s underwater icon has second thoughts claiming the throne.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Connection Before Correction Nov 24, 2021

Have you ever considered that parental controls are only as good as the conversations that go along with them?
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Youtube Review: Like Nastya Nov 23, 2021

7-year-old Nastya (along with her parents) creates videos where she plays, learns, sings, explores and shares her life experiences.
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Movie Review: Clifford the Big Red Dog Nov 22, 2021

A beloved children’s book cartoon character makes his jump to the big screen in "Clifford the Big Red Dog".
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Movie Review: Ghostbusters: Afterlife Nov 19, 2021

The latest "Ghostbusters" sequel includes some surprisingly sweet family themes. But those redemptive moments are gift-wrapped into a paranormal tale filled with all kinds of problematic spiritual stuff.
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TV Review: The Lost Symbol Nov 18, 2021

The Da Vinci Code’s Robert Langdon is tracking down clues again, and bashing religion along the way.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Marvel’s Guardians of The Galaxy Nov 17, 2021

The Guardians of the Galaxy have always been fun and messy. Fittingly, so is this game.
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Blog: Facebook is Not Our Friend Nov 16, 2021

Guess what? Facebook isn’t as much of a friend as you thought.
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Movie Review: Jungle Cruise Nov 15, 2021

You could argue that the Jungle Cruise, the ride, is timeless. The movie? Not so much.
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Movie Review: Home Sweet Home Alone Nov 12, 2021

If you’ve been thinking it’s time for a "Home Alone" reboot, Hollywood’s one step ahead. And this relaunch of the now-familiar story of a boy left behind to ward off home invaders is both nicer and meaner than the original.
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TV Review: Star Wars: Visions Nov 11, 2021

What happens when Star Wars meets anime? "Star Wars: Visions" is the answer to that question.
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Game Review: Floor Plan 2 Nov 09, 2021

Escape rooms and … Muppets? What kind of VR game is "Floor Plan 2"?
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Movie Review: Respect Nov 08, 2021

It’s a messy story, no doubt. But it’s done in service to a fascinating, and ultimately inspiring, tale.
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Movie Review: Eternals Nov 05, 2021

Marvel’s latest superhero flick, "Eternals", offers a sweeping, syncretistic creation story that’s full of bargain-bin gods but no divinity or transcendence.
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TV Review: Foundation Nov 04, 2021

Apple TV+’s take on Isaac Asimov's classic sci-fi series takes some unwanted liberties with the source material.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Parental Screen Checkup Nov 03, 2021

Is it time for Mom and Dad to consider how much time they’re spending on their screens?
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Youtube Review: Smarter Every Day Nov 02, 2021

While some videos will be way too advanced for little kids, many offer interesting, solid content for older explorers.
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Movie Review: Paw Patrol: The Movie Nov 01, 2021

These animated pups are cute, courteous, and courageous—and so is this film.
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Movie Review: Ron's Gone Wrong Oct 29, 2021

In the animated movie "Ron’s Gone Wrong", middle schooler Barney Pudowksi’s new robot—whom he names Ron—goes a bit crazy. Hijinks ensue in a kids movie with lessons about technology and social media … and some toilet humor, of course.
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TV Review: The Wonder Years Oct 28, 2021

This is truly a family show that feels both real and aspirational.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Ring Light Oct 27, 2021

Are you concerned about your kids’ desire to dive into the influencer realm?
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Book Review: Clever Cub Book Series Oct 26, 2021

Clever Cub may be a shy little bear cub, but he’s bright and clever enough to listen to his mom’s stories.
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Movie Review: Free Guy Oct 25, 2021

Free Guy’s world looks a lot like our own: both kinda fun and clearly fallen.
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Movie Review: Dune Oct 22, 2021

Frank Herbert’s 1965 sci-fi classic returns to the big screen. This epic tale of brutal conflict, political machinations, religious prophecy and family loyalty features an all-star cast and a gripping—but often grim—story of good vs. evil.
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TV Review: Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series Oct 21, 2021

The latest animated Pokémon series once again features Ash and Pikachu battling their nefarious nemeses in Team Rocket.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Techy Christmas Fail Oct 20, 2021

Are you concerned that every teen gift idea seems to only encourage more screen time?
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Book Review: Breathing Underwater Oct 19, 2021

Olivia and her older sister Ruth are taking a cross-country road trip that Olivia desperately wants to make fun. She'd do anything to get her depressed sis to smile and laugh like they used to.
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Movie Review: Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins Oct 18, 2021

"Snake Eyes" knows what its audience wants: action, action, action. And that's just what it delivers – in scores of body bags.
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DVD/Streaming Review: Muppets Haunted Mansion Oct 15, 2021

This Disney+ Muppets Halloween movie features more giggles than chills. But discerning families will still want to consider its spooky (if often silly) spiritual issues as well.
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TV Review: Dug Days Oct 14, 2021

Remember Dug the dog from Pixar's 2009 classic "Up"? Well, now the energetic pooch is back for new animated adventures.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Steam Platform Oct 13, 2021

Ever wonder about the Steam gaming platform?
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Movie Review: The Jesus Music Oct 12, 2021

The Erwin brothers' new documentary "The Jesus Music" chronicles the rise of contemporary Christian music in its glory and flaws.
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Movie Review: The Green Knight Oct 11, 2021

A cryptic and surreal slog.
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Movie Review: No Time to Die Oct 08, 2021

Actor Daniel Craig's final turn as James Bond is a dramatic, pull-no-punches finale full of the frenetic action and a surprisingly tender focus on cherished relationships and what we'll sacrifice to protect them.
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TV Review: Oggy Oggy Oct 07, 2021

Even though these cats don't speak, the show itself says volumes – and most of it's pretty good.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Social Media and Depression Oct 06, 2021

Is social media the cure or cause of teen depression?
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Music Review: Ed Sheeran, "Bad Habits" Oct 05, 2021

Sheeran laments how a certain relationship and bad choices go hand-in-hand.
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Movie Review: Space Jam: A New Legacy Oct 04, 2021

I'm going to give credit where credit is due. "Space Jam: A New Legacy" is a fun, mostly family-friendly film.
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Movie Review: God's Not Dead: We the People Oct 01, 2021

The fourth "God's Not Dead" movie focuses on the religious liberties of homeschoolers as they battle a government determined to limit their rights and dictate a progressive curriculum.
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TV Review: Schmigadoon! Sep 30, 2021

It's a lyrical homage to traditional musicals. But it hits some sour notes by rejecting traditional values.
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Game Review: Humankind Sep 29, 2021

A new Civ-like strategy game invites players to consider the resources that cause a culture to flourish.
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Music Review: Imagine Dragons, "Mercury – Act 1" Sep 28, 2021

Frontman Dan Reynolds uses this latest album to share his darkest moments as well as the light ones.
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Movie Review: Cruella Sep 27, 2021

Being bad has rarely looked so good. Therein lies this Disney reboot's charm ... and its problems.
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Movie Review: Dear Evan Hansen Sep 24, 2021

This big-screen adaptation of a hit Broadway musical deals with the intertwined issues of teen anxiety, depression and suicide.
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TV Review: Spidey and His Amazing Friends Sep 23, 2021

By the end of "Spidey and His Amazing Friends," everyone always learns a valuable lesson ... even the bad guys.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Picking Shows to Watch Sep 22, 2021

Ever wonder how much time you waste just picking TV shows and movies to watch?
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Music Review: Skillet, "Surviving the Game" Sep 21, 2021

Skillet vows to never bend the knee before the enemy.
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Movie Review: F9: The Fast Saga Sep 20, 2021

At some point, fans will likely grow weary of how hard this franchise has to work to top itself.
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DVD & Streaming Review: Cinderella (2021) Sep 17, 2021

Pop singer Camila Cabello stars in the latest cinematic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm classic, delivering a version with some very contemporary takes on modern-day social issues.
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TV Review: What If ... ? Sep 16, 2021

When you throw off the shackles of canonical purity, literally anything goes – something that parents should be aware of.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Not Yet Sep 15, 2021

Want some proactive tips on what to do when your kids want a phone now and you're thinking, "not yet"?
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Music Review: Switchfoot, "Fluorescent" Sep 14, 2021

Switchfoot's latest tells of two kids who found themselves drawn together like a moth to a brilliant lightbulb.
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Movie Review: The Boss Baby: Family Business Sep 13, 2021

A wonderful little animated film filled with heart and playful charm.
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Movie Review: Show Me the Father Sep 10, 2021

The Kendrick Brothers ("Fireproof," "Courageous") deliver their first documentary, an inspiring, poignant collection of five stories that reveal the profound ways fathers shape their children and their families' faith.
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TV Review: Roswell, New Mexico Sep 09, 2021

Lots of folks are worried about illegal aliens, including some folks in the small New Mexico town of Roswell.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Netflix Parental Controls Sep 08, 2021

Have you ever wondered if Netflix has parental controls? Now you can find out.
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Music Review: Chase Rice, "Drinkin' Beer. Talkin' God. Amen." Sep 07, 2021

Although the title of this song may suggest compromise, it's mostly about men sharing their hearts and gratitude.
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Movie Review: 12 Mighty Orphans Sep 06, 2021

Despite some shortcomings, "12 Mighty Orphans" still delivers a strong and powerful message about fatherhood.
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Movie Review: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Sep 03, 2021

Marvel's latest superhero story introduces us to a hero you may not be as familiar with – Shang-Chi. He must reunite with his estranged sister to battle their evil father in a movie full of action, spirituality, some profanity and some strong messages about fatherhood and family.
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TV Review: Transformers: War for Cybertron: Kingdom Sep 02, 2021

Older kids might enjoy the series, but younger ones may be put off by frightening content and a convoluted plot.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Metaverse! Say What? Sep 01, 2021

In the new metaverse, you'll be able to do pretty much anything from anywhere.
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Music Review: Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, "I See You" Aug 31, 2021

Chris Tomlin and Brandon Lake team up to remind listeners that God is faithful and that we are right to rest in His love and provision.
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Movie Review: In the Heights Aug 30, 2021

Some of the innuendos and foul language could deter audiences from an otherwise fun musical.
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Movie Review: The Loud House Movie Aug 27, 2021

Another Nickelodeon show-turned-movie debuts on Netflix this week. "The Loud House Movie" features an underperforming son striving to keep up with his 10 sisters. The story majors in humility but also includes some surprising spiritual concerns.
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TV Review: Masters of the Universe: Revelation Aug 26, 2021

Some adult fans of the original may celebrate Kevin Smith's take on the franchise. But for families, the show leaves a lot to be desired.
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Game Review: The Forgotten City Aug 25, 2021

Can a game mod of Skyrim actually end up being a decent game all its own?
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Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever" Aug 24, 2021

The superstar's sophomore album has some themes worth exploring, but they're almost impossible to get to through the content issues.
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DVD & Streaming Review: The Water Man Aug 23, 2021

"The Water Man" is a deftly handled pic that trumpets love and understanding, even in the face of onrushing grief.
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Movie Review: Paw Patrol: The Movie Aug 20, 2021

Young fans of Nickelodeon's popular animated kids series "Paw Patrol" will likely love this franchise's first big-screen, G-rated canine adventure (even if 90 minutes feels like a long time for their parents).
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TV Review: Jellystone! Aug 19, 2021

The Yogi Bear revival provides fun, if mindless, adventures for a new generation to enjoy.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Online Predators Aug 18, 2021

Have you thought about how to talk to your kids about online predators?
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Music Review: Big Red Machine, "Renegade" Aug 17, 2021

The rising R&B star's full-length album is full of emotion and honesty, as well as confused interpretations of love.
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Movie Review: Finding You Aug 16, 2021

"Finding You" illustrates that sex and romance aren't synonymous; that kindness matters.
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Movie Review: Free Guy Aug 13, 2021

"Free Guy" stars Ryan Reynolds in this whimsical-but-violent movie about a guy who realizes he's a non-player character in an online video game. "Free Guy" delivers laughs and some solid messages amid a lot of content for a PG-13 film.
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TV Review: Ridley Jones Aug 12, 2021

This animated Netflix kids' series emphasizes some values parents may embrace and others they may want to critique.
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Game Review: Pokémon Unite Aug 11, 2021

The door is open for taking your Pokémon into battle arena matches. Is that a good thing?
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Music Review: H.E.R., "Back of My Mind" Aug 10, 2021

The rising R&B star's full-length album is full of emotion and honesty, as well as confused interpretations of love.
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Movie Review: Here Today Aug 09, 2021

Directed by and starring the legendary Billy Crystal, "Here Today" seems guilty of trying too hard.
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Movie Review: Vivo Aug 06, 2021

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TV Review: Monsters at Work Aug 05, 2021

Some mayhem and mildly frightening content aside, the follow up to Pixar's classic appeals to kids and adult fans alike.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Connection Before Correction Aug 04, 2021

Wondering how to talk to kids about the shows they watch and the apps they use?
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Music Review: Olivia Rodrigo, "Sour" Aug 03, 2021

Olivia Rodrigo's sound and story are connecting with young fans. But her vulnerable appeal comes with some baggage.
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DVD/Streaming Review: The Last Champion Aug 02, 2021

The first half feels like a slow-burn indie movie. The second half feels like "The Karate Kid," with wrestling replacing karate.
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Movie Review: Jungle Cruise Jul 30, 2021

The inspiration for "Jungle Cruise" isn't found in ancient legend or turn-of-the-century storybook, but rather a ride—the beloved Jungle Cruise ride found at most Disney parks. You could argue that the ride is timeless. The movie? Not so much.
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TV Review: The Bureau of Magical Things Jul 29, 2021

The Australian series provides a clean, family friendly alternative to other less innocuous fantasy worlds.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: If They've Already Got a Phone Jul 28, 2021

What should you do if you gave your child a phone too early?
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Music Review: Twenty One Pilots, "Scaled and Icy" Jul 27, 2021

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Movie Review: A Quiet Place Part II Jul 26, 2021

There's a lot here to appreciate if you're in the mood for a good scare at the movies.
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DVD/Streaming Review: Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans Jul 23, 2021

The town of Arcadia lies at the center of magical and mystical lines that makes it a nexus for many battles among otherworldly creatures including trolls, aliens, and wizards. Will this animated pic also be the nexus of movie night joy for your homegrown family of creature-lovers?
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TV Review: The Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement Jul 22, 2021

The series name fits, given the number of sins we see on screen.
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Game Review: Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! Jul 21, 2021

When a game looks this sweet, can it hold anything bad? Ohhh yes!
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Music Review: Walker Hayes, "Fancy Like" Jul 20, 2021

This funny, relatable country-pop song is all about Walker Hayes and his easy-going wife, their chill date nights and romance.
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Movie Review: Dream Horse Jul 19, 2021

This inspiring true story shows us all what it’s like to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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Movie Review: Space Jam: A New Legacy Jul 16, 2021

In this sequel to 1996's live-action/animation mashup, LeBron James teams up with the Looney Tunes gang to save his son (and others) from an AI program run amock. Cue a lot of laughs, some profanity and a poignant message to dads.
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TV Review: The Mysterious Benedict Society Jul 15, 2021

The popular children's series comes to life with themes of truth, empathy, and teamwork – as well as a few fear-inducing scenarios.
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Game Review: Mario Golf: Super Rush Jul 14, 2021

Is golf with Mario an exciting hole-in-one or a whole lotta yawns?
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Music Review: St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home" Jul 13, 2021

Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, returns with an alt-rock effort that mixes redemptive themes with questionable conclusions in "Daddy’s Home."
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DVD/Streaming Review: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run Jul 12, 2021

If families decide to dogpaddle into Bikini Bottom, they should be aware of some odd, tangled seaweed amid the colorful coral.
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Movie Review: Black Widow Jul 09, 2021

If you’ve ever wondered while watching an "Avengers" movie, “How did Natasha Romanoff become the Black Widow,” well, this action-packed, at times surprisingly sweet origin story answers that question.
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TV Review: Danger Force Jul 08, 2021

You’d think that Swellview would be … swell. And it can be. But this Nick show has its kryptonite weaknesses, too.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Internet Filter Jul 07, 2021

Looking for ideas for an effective internet filter?
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Music Review: Lorde, “Solar Power” Jul 06, 2021

Lorde calls listeners to an innuendo-laden frolic in the sun.
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Movie Review: Godzilla vs. King Kong Jul 05, 2021

Kong and Godzilla don’t cuss or make a single inane choice. They just crush and smash things. Over and over and over.
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Movie Review: Boss Baby: Family Business Jul 02, 2021

The Boss Baby franchise is back with another slapstick and toilet-humor fueled story about—what else—adults going undercover in baby bodies. If you saw 2017’s Boss Baby, you know exactly what to expect here.
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TV Review: Loki Jul 01, 2021

This show can be fun and surprisingly thoughtful. But like Loki himself, its story and themes shouldn’t go unchallenged.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Milestones Jun 30, 2021

Ever wonder what might be important milestones for your kids and their screen use?
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Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Lost Cause" Jun 29, 2021

It’s great that Billie Eilish is shaking free of a bad boyfriend. But did she have to be so spiteful?
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Movie Review: Fatherhood Jun 28, 2021

Those who see "Fatherhood" will find a positive, redemptive message about the beauty, joy and pain of parenthood.
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Movie Review: Luca Jun 25, 2021

Pixar’s latest (now available as a premium rental on Disney+) focuses on a friendship between two sea-creature boys who take on human form for a series of adventures on dry land in Italy. Family and friendship are big themes here … along with a bit of youthful rebellion that parents may want to talk about with kids afterward.
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TV Review: Eden Jun 24, 2021

Netflix’s latest anime entry features a world full of robots (and one human) digitally pondering existential questions.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Strangers Jun 23, 2021

What should you tell your kids about strangers online?
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Music Review: Thomas Rhett, “To the Guys That Date My Girls” Jun 22, 2021

A loving father gives some guys a bit of free advice.
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Movie Review: Voyagers Jun 21, 2021

Though "Voyagers" is free of really explicit content, it's still chockful of PG-13 levels of violence and suggestive scenes.
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Movie Review: Spirit Untamed Jun 18, 2021

The film "Spirit Untamed" follows the adventures of a young girl who befriends a wild mustang. Is this a spirited pic you'll want to gallop into? Plugged In will wrangle up all of this movie's content details to help you decide.
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TV Review: Marvel's M.O.D.O.K. Jun 17, 2021

This comedy, like its star, isn’t normal at all. Nor is it nice, clean fun for the whole family.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: New Pokemon Snap Jun 16, 2021

Twenty-two years after the original version of this game first arrived, Pokémon fans get another chance to “Snap” ’em all.
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Music Review: NEEDTOBREATHE, "I Wanna Remember" Jun 15, 2021

Life flies by, and this song captures the way we all feel when we want to stay in a special moment forever.
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Movie Review: The Courier Jun 14, 2021

This dramatic cold-war era spy thriller isn’t always the easiest film to watch.
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Movie Review: In the Heights Jun 11, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s latest Broadway-to-big-screen musical extravaganza focuses on the lives and dreams of Caribbean immigrants and minorities in the Manhattan neighborhood of Washington Heights.
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TV Review: Good Witch Jun 10, 2021

All that gentle-goodness and saccharine-sweetness and oh-so-niceness won’t alleviate the concern that this show’s title will spark.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Who Am I? Jun 09, 2021

How are screens shaping kids’ view of themselves?
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Music Review: BTS, "Butter" Jun 08, 2021

"Butter” is a summer earworm, sitting at number one on the YouTube charts, that finds someone boasting about their good looks and smooth charm.
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DVD Review: Blue Miracle Jun 07, 2021

In "Blue Miracle" the kids in a cash-strapped orphanage try to win a lucrative fishing competition. Will you want to sail into these cinematic waters with them? Plugged In will help you decide whether this family friendly tale has the right stuff to hook you.
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Movie Review: A Quiet Place Part II Jun 04, 2021

In the new movie A Quiet Place Part II, now in theaters, we return to a deadly, near-future version of Earth where spider-like aliens with extraordinary hearing stalk humanity’s scattered survivors. Make a sound—any sound at all all—and these multi-legged beasties arrive without fail … and fast.
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TV Review: Legends of Tomorrow Jun 03, 2021

DC and CW attempt to mash the vibe of Guardians of the Galaxy, Doctor Who and a zany fever dream into one cheap, strange package.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Weening Screen Time Jun 02, 2021

So, how do you ween kids away from that ever-present screen now that the lockdown is over?
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Music Review: Olivia Rodrigo, "good 4 u" Jun 01, 2021

Rodrigo is pretty bitter, and she’s letting her ex-boyfriend know all about it.
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Movie Review: The Father May 31, 2021

"The Father," of course, is a very sad movie, one that mercilessly marches through the realities of fading by inches.
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Movie Review: Cruella May 28, 2021

If you’ve ever watched Disney’s classic 101 Dalmatians and wondered, “I wonder how Cruella de Vil got so cruel?” this stylish-but-dark, live-action origin story will answer that question for you.
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TV Review: Star Wars: The Bad Batch May 27, 2021

Disney+’s latest "Star Wars" story picks up where "The Clone Wars" left off.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Tweens and Screens May 26, 2021

So, what should you do about screens with your tweens?
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Music Review: J Cole, “My Life” May 25, 2021

Rapper J Cole’s “My Life” is a mixed bag.
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Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon May 24, 2021

Disney’s latest animated effort is a compelling, action-packed story and an allegory about how our brokenness separates us.
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Movie Review: Finding You May 21, 2021

In this take on the standard-issue romcom formula, a budding young musician and a world-weary young celebrity find themselves—and each other—in a quaint Irish town. They also avoid some of the common pitfalls of the genre in this PG-rated story.
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TV Review: Shadow and Bone May 20, 2021

Netflix’s new YA fantasy series isn’t as explicit as Game of Thrones. But the show still earns its TV-MA rating.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Topical Memory System App May 19, 2021

Ever heard of the Nav Press Topical Memory System App? There are some useful apps you should look into.
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Music Review: Dua Lipa, "Levitating" May 18, 2021

Lipa's latest song rising on the charts features a '70s vibe mixed with a message about physical desire and seeing life as an eternal dance floor.
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Movie Review: Minari May 17, 2021

"Minari" is deeply rooted in the earth, a wellspring of both hope and pain, of boundless promise and terrifying disaster.
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Movie Review: The Water Man May 14, 2021

In this family-focused movie, a young boy whose mother is dying of cancer hears an urban legend about a local man who allegedly beat death and lives in the woods. So he and a friend set off on a wilderness adventure to find ... the Water Man.
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TV Review: Big Shot May 13, 2021

While "Big Shot" hits a few three-pointers, it tosses up plenty of bricks, too.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Screens and Self-Esteem May 12, 2021

Ever wondered how to help kids with their screens and self-esteem?
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Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Your Power" May 11, 2021

Billie Eilish's latest takes stock of the deep emotional damage caused by a guy who took advantage of her as a teen.
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Movie Review: Land May 10, 2021

A thoughtful cinematic journey of recovery for some, but a potentially dark road for others.
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DVD/Streaming Review: The Mitchells vs. the Machines May 07, 2021

This animated comedy action flick from Netflix deals with a tech apocalypse and the unlikely "un-techy" family that now has to save the world. It delivers terrific messages about family and tech addiction. But a same-gender romance revealed in the closing credits is something parents will want to take note of, too.
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TV Review: Rebel May 06, 2021

"Rebel," the show – just like the character – comes with plenty of baggage.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: "Critical Role" YouTube Channel May 05, 2021

Ever heard of the "Critical Role" YouTube channel? Your kids probably have. What should you know?
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Music Review: Tessa Violent, Loveleytheband, "Games" May 04, 2021

Tessa Violent hands out tough lessons for an untrustworthy guy.
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DVD Review: Stowaway May 03, 2021

If the screenwriters had throttled back, if they’d kept what you hear as clean as what you see, this Netflix film could’ve been PG.
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Movie Review: Mortal Kombat Apr 30, 2021

This ultraviolent video game and movie franchise has been raising parents’ blood pressure since 1992. Nothing’s changed on that score here, but a new generation of young, would-be fans might well be interested in this one despite its R-rating.
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TV Review: Kung Fu Apr 29, 2021

Some violence and Eastern spirituality blend with this story of a female warrior trying to do good.
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The Screen in Your Pocket - The Bible Project Apr 28, 2021

Want some info on uplifting YouTube videos with a biblical punch?
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Music Review: Twenty One Pilots, "Shy Away" Apr 27, 2021

Ordinarily, shedding one’s modesty isn’t a good thing. Then again, Twenty One Pilots is hardly an ordinary band.
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Movie Review: Wonder Woman 1984 Apr 26, 2021

As superhero sequels go, especially DC superhero sequels, Wonder Woman 1984 is pretty top-shelf.
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Movie Review: Arlo the Alligator Boy Apr 23, 2021

The animated kids’ musical "Arlo the Alligator Boy" follows an optimistic Arlo as he leaves his swampy Southern home for New York City. So, will this pic be fun, high-kicking joy or a little too swampy for you and the kids? Plugged In will do a little pickin’ and deliver a snappy review that every sorta critter can enjoy.
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TV Review: The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers Apr 22, 2021

Disney revives another archived franchise—welcome back, Emilio Estevez!—featuring new underdog athletes.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Harvest Moon: One World Apr 21, 2021

More than any of the past Harvest Moon games, One World keeps players engaged in its farming sim fantasy world.
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Music Review: Taylor Swift - "Fearless (Taylor's Version)" Apr 20, 2021

These tracks go back to an earlier time when Taylor worked through heartbreak and young love, but she didn’t need profanity to do so.
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Movie Review: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar Apr 19, 2021

This comedy’s focus on sex; its failure to rein in foul language; and its weird, homicidal villain will steer many audiences away.
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Movie Review: Thunder Force Apr 16, 2021

What if superheroes were all nasty jerks? That’s the unlikely premise in the new action/comedy superhero send up "Thunder Force," now streaming on Netflix.
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TV Review: The Chosen Apr 15, 2021

The world could use more Jesus. But can it use more of Him onscreen?
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The Screen in Your Pocket: In the Car Apr 14, 2021

How do you compete with screen time in the car?
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Music Review: Demi Lovato, “Dancing With the Devil … The Art of Starting Over” Apr 13, 2021

The core messages are of self-love, forgiveness, grace and healing, but there’s plenty you’ll want to watch out for.
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Movie Review: Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon Apr 12, 2021

There’s a bit of toilet humor and some silly stunts along the way. But the real story here is one of an unlikely friendship.
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Movie Review: The Girl Who Believes in Miracles Apr 09, 2021

In this bittersweet Christian film, a young girl's petitions lead to miraculous healings ... even as she herself grows mysteriously ill in this reflection on the mystery of answered and unanswered prayers.
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TV Review: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Apr 08, 2021

"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" is less magical than "WandaVision," but more violent and vulgar.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Through the Word Apr 07, 2021

Are those Bible apps useful?
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Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Justice" Apr 06, 2021

Justin's latest album, "Justice," is a tender love letter to his wife ... albeit one with some harsh profanity and nods to marijuana use.
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DVD/Streaming Review: Resurrection Apr 05, 2021

"Resurrection" packs a visual and narrative punch that few Easter Sunday readings can match.
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Movie Review: Godzilla vs. Kong Apr 02, 2021

If you're looking for subtle character development or unexpected plot twists, this isn't your movie. If you're looking for a giant lizard pounding a giant ape – just like the title tells us – this adrenalized sequel supersizes that monster-mash matchup.
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TV Review: Resurrection Apr 01, 2021

Everyone in Arcadia is seeing dead people these days – or people who used to be dead.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Mar 31, 2021

Want some help with online social media sites like TikTok?
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Music Review: Nick Jonas, "Spaceman" Mar 30, 2021

Nick Jonas wants to be optimistic about the future in his new hit, "Spaceman." But he also wonders if change is possible.
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Movie Review: News of the World Mar 29, 2021

"News of the World" speaks to the difficulties of relationship, of crossing cultural boundaries to truly meet people and earn their trust.
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Movie Review: Zach Snyder's Justice League Mar 26, 2021

In 2017, Warner Bros.' PG-13 rated "Justice League" disappointed critics and fans. Zack Snyder's new four-hour recut of the film takes another swing at the story but loads it up with R-rated content.
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TV Review: Close Enough Mar 25, 2021

When it comes to family viewing, this animated show doesn't come quite close enough.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Maquette Mar 24, 2021

"Maquette" is, without question, a very creative and at times very difficult, puzzle-focused game.
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Music Review: Silk Sonic, "Leave the Door Open" Mar 23, 2021

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak team up to create a seductive song that's all about one thing.
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Movie Review: Soul Mar 22, 2021

"Soul" strives to help us remember that life itself is a blessing, even when it doesn't go as we planned.
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Movie Review: Yes Day Mar 19, 2021

Jennifer Garner stars in this fun family comedy about a mom who decides to combat her kids' view of her as a dictator by giving them a day where the answer to every question is "yes."
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TV Review: Debris Mar 18, 2021

It's certainly not the worst show out there, but it does come with a little debris of its own.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Parental Controls Mar 17, 2021

Are you looking for more parental controls?
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Music Review: Justin Bieber, "Hold On" Mar 16, 2021

Justin Bieber's latest hit delivers a heartfelt and spiritually tinged word of encouragement to those who are struggling.
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Movie Review: Moxie Mar 15, 2021

Much like how Moxie the zine makes many mistakes in its protests, so does Moxie the film.
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Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon Mar 12, 2021

Disney's latest animated adventure introduces us to a spunky princess named Raya who teams up with a dragon to save her land from an old enemy in this delightful film about trust, courage and forgiveness.
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TV Review: Superman & Lois Mar 11, 2021

While Superman will always be there to save the world, he needs to be present for Lois and his sons now.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: The War on Roblox Porn Mar 10, 2021

What should your family know about Roblox?
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Movie Review: Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry Mar 09, 2021

Fans have a front-row seat as Billie Eilish wrestles with her own struggles with depression and dark thoughts.
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Movie Review: All My Life Mar 08, 2021

"All My Life," as a romance, may work for some. It could've been worse, but I left with little love for this love story.
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Movie Review: Tom & Jerry Mar 05, 2021

Tom the cat and Jerry the mouse are back for more hijinks and pratfalls in this animation-meets-live-action mash-up set in a swanky NYC hotel where mice are definitely not welcome.
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TV Review: Firefly Lane Mar 04, 2021

Lifelong besties Tully and Kate met on Firefly Lane. But loyalty and nostalgia aren't the only things you'll see here.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: The Medium Mar 03, 2021

This third-person, psychological horror game is packed to the brim with all things creepy and foul.
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Music Review: NF, "Clouds" Mar 02, 2021

NF seems determined to defend his motivations and intentions in his latest hit single, "Clouds."
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TV Review: Monster Hunter Mar 01, 2021

"Monster Hunter" has just enough gore and brutish fiends to cause a few nightmares in young or sensitive viewers.
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Movie Review: Flora & Ulysses Feb 26, 2021

Have you ever thought, "I wonder when Disney+ is going to release a squirrel superhero movie for kids?" Well, "Flora & Ulysses" is the delightful answer to that unusual question.
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TV Review: The Equalizer Feb 25, 2021

Just as you would be with the Equalizer herself, this is a show to approach with caution.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Hitman 3 Feb 24, 2021

Is this M-rated game an opportunity for creative thinking and problem solving? Or is it a meticulous murder simulator?
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Music Review: Ariana Grande, "34+35 (Remix)" Feb 23, 2021

Ariana Grande's latest remix adds up to a pretty nasty tune.
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TV Review: To All the Boys: Always and Forever Feb 22, 2021

This threequel is cleaner than many movies and shows of its kind but still messy despite its positive messages.
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Movie Review: The Map of Tiny Perfect Things Feb 19, 2021

Two teens find themselves stuck reliving the same day over and over, which gives them the chance to notice small, beautiful moments they likely would've missed before in this 'Groundhog Day'-esque romantic comedy.
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TV Review: Fate: The Winx Saga Feb 18, 2021

No amount of pixie dust or happy thoughts can cover up the fact that this teen-centric show isn’t suited for teens.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: 3 Educational YouTube Channels for Kids Feb 17, 2021

Are you looking for some educational YouTube channels for your kids?
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Music Review: Sabrina Carpenter, "Skin" Feb 16, 2021

Actress Sabrina Carpenter branches out into music in a song that talks about skin in more ways than one.
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Movie Review: A Call to Spy Feb 15, 2021

When it comes to the real work of spycraft, the women here make Bond look like the shallow fiction he is.
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Movie Review: Minari Feb 12, 2021

This quiet drama tells the story of a Korean-American family that's moved from California to Arkansas to start a new chapter of their lives together. It's a dream for the husband and a nightmare for his wife as this couple tries to put down roots in place unlike anywhere they've ever lived before.
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TV Review: Mr. Mayor Feb 11, 2021

Mr. Mayor's platform will be a difficult one for many families to support. But it's still asking for your vote.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game-Complete Edition Feb 10, 2021

This retro-styled, beat-'em-up franchise gets another swing on newer consoles.
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Music Review: Tom MacDonald, "Fake Woke" Feb 09, 2021

Canadian rapper Tom MacDonald is making waves with a hip-hop song that questions 'woke' ideology.
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DVD Review: Come Play Feb 08, 2021

This movie suggests that our screens may be the windows and doors to our darkest nightmares and consuming fears.
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Movie Review: Finding 'Ohana Feb 05, 2021

This rollicking, "Goonies"-esque adventure focuses on family, friendship and treasure hunting in Hawaii as a group of intrepid teens bands together to solve an ancient mystery.
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TV Review: WandaVision Feb 04, 2021

Disney and Marvel's latest small-screen venture is a superhero series that feels more like "Dick Van Dyke" than "Avengers: Endgame."
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Inappropriate Music Feb 03, 2021

What rules should you set about the music your kids are streaming?
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Music Review: Hulvey, "Heaven Up Above" Feb 02, 2021

Meet Hulvey, an up-and-coming Christian rapper whose music draws upon his struggles and his spiritual journey with God.
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DVD Review: Tesla Feb 01, 2021

For better or worse, Nikola Tesla (as he's depicted in this film) is consumed by his quest to transform the world as we know it.
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Movie Review: Penguin Bloom Jan 29, 2021

In this movie based on a true story, actress Naomi Watts plays a recently paralyzed woman whose path back to hope is inspired by an adopted magpie with a broken wing.
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TV Review: Cobra Kai Jan 28, 2021

YouTube Red's Gen X-targeted nostalgia bait revisits Daniel and Johnny's rivalry from The Karate Kid ... 34 years later.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: School-Issued Computers Jan 27, 2021

How can we help our kids learn to use ... and not misuse ... that school computer?
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Music Review: Olivia Rodrigo, "Driver's License" Jan 26, 2021

Rodrigo sings of the sadness of driving alone after a breakup.
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DVD Review: Love and Monsters Jan 25, 2021

Despite the feel-good vibe of "Love and Monsters," it still has a few too many foul teeth and rough edges.
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Movie Review: The Marksman Jan 22, 2021

Liam Neeson discovered a new calling in 2008's "Taken": being a scraggly, vengeful "old guy" with a gun. He's back for more in this grim story that pits him against a Mexican drug cartel trying to kill an orphaned boy in his care.
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TV Review: Selena: The Series Jan 21, 2021

This docudrama about the famous Tejano singer hits some off notes, but the melody is surprisingly sweet.
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The Screen in Your Pocket: Cyberpunk 2077 Jan 20, 2021

This highly anticipated, cinematically structured RPG pushes the boundaries on explicit M-rated content of every kind.
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Music Review: The Weeknd, "Blinding Lights" Jan 19, 2021

The biggest hit of 2020 features a man going through insanity-wracked withdrawal after a lover leaves him.
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DVD Review: The Croods: A New Age Jan 18, 2021

Through almost pure happenstance, "The Croods: A New Age" has now become a pic that reflects our current crazy world.
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Movie Review: We Can Be Heroes Jan 15, 2021

Sometimes, grown-up superheroes need a bit of help from their pint-sized progeny. That's the case here, where successfully repelling an alien invasion depends on superheroes' children to save the day – and the Earth! – in this Netflix actioner aimed at kids.
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TV Review: Animaniacs Jan 14, 2021

This rebooted, late-'90s cartoon "classic" is a lot like the original – including the subtle ways it pushes the envelope.
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Game Review: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Jan 13, 2021

What does this guy named Miles Morales have tucked up his web-slinging sleeves?
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Music Review: Ed Sheeran, "Afterglow" Jan 12, 2021

Ed Sheeran makes it perfectly clear that his wife is the love of his life. And he intends to cherish every moment with her.
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DVD Review: The War With Grandpa Jan 11, 2021

"The War with Grandpa" is filled with all the slapstick pratfalls you'd expect and with some other elements you might not.
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Movie Review: News of the World Jan 08, 2021

Tom Hanks stars in this Western set in Texas in the year 1870, where his travelling storyteller character encounters an orphaned little girl who's been raised by the Kiowa tribe but who must now be returned to her distant relatives.
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TV Review: Virgin River Jan 07, 2021

This show has become a sensation on Netflix – and it's cleaner than some. But what will you actually find in this small town?
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The Screen in Your Pocket: New Years Screen Resolution Jan 06, 2021

Do you need some New Year's resolutions for your family's screen time?
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Music Review: BTS, "Dynamite" Jan 05, 2021

The first English-language hit from the South Korean boy band BTS delivers an innocuous, retro-disco invitation to have fun.
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DVD Review: Safety Jan 04, 2021

The Disney+ video "Safety" is a drama inspired by the empowering story of former Clemson University football safety Ray McElrathbey. Is it the kind of movie your kids will want to wave a pom-pom over? Plugged In will make sure you're aware of this pic’s cheer-worthy moments, and anything that strays out of bounds.
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Movie Review: Soul Jan 01, 2021

Disney/Pixar's ambitious animated movie "Soul" tells the story of an aspiring, aging musician who dies unexpectedly. What happens to his soul in the afterlife probably isn't what you'd expect.
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TV Review: Truth Seekers Dec 31, 2020

The "Truth Seekers" is out there – waaay out there. And while you can certainly seek out better, cleaner shows, truth is you could do worse.
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Screen in Your Pocket: YouTube Dec 30, 2020

Ever wondered about the YouTube channels your kids are watching?
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Music Review: Shawn Mendes & Justin Beiber, "Monster" Dec 29, 2020

Mendes and Beiber wonder what happens when the famous stumble.
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DVD Review: Mulan (2020) Dec 28, 2020

The live-action version of "Mulan" follows a young Chinese girl who must pretend to be a boy and fight in her father's stead. But does this Disney remake live up to the animated original? Plugged In will help make the battle lines, and your movie night choices, clear.
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Movie Review: Wonder Woman 1984 Dec 25, 2020

Wonder Woman returns to the big screen (and the small screen) in an engaging, '80s themed adventure that involves undoing the damage caused by an artifact that grants people's wishes.
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TV Review: Voices of Fire Dec 24, 2020

This Netflix reality singing competition brings a huge faith element to a genre that's now well-established.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Christmas Movies Dec 23, 2020

Do you know where to find your favorite Christmas movies?
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Music Review: Taylor Swift, "Evermore" Dec 22, 2020

Taylor's latest surprise efforts is mature in more ways than one.
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DVD Review: Tenet Dec 21, 2020

While it's not perfect, this Christopher Nolan sci-fi puzzler deserves, at least, some tenet-ive consideration.
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Movie Review: Wolfwalkers Dec 18, 2020

The animated film "Wolfwalkers" tells the story of a young girls whose father is the chief wolf exterminator in 1650 Ireland. But when she goes out hunting with him, she has a change of heart. Will this beautifully animated pic leave your heart howling? You can trust Plugged In to steer you clear of any content teeth or claws.
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TV Review: Blood of Zeus Dec 17, 2020

Creativity abounds here, but those artistic measures can't blur the obvious issues that families are sure to discover.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Christmas Playlist Dec 16, 2020

Do you have a playlist of things that your family might like to do together this Christmas? Check out Plugged In's article "What's New and Streaming for Families for December 2020": https://www.pluggedin.com/blog/whats-new-and-streaming-for-families-for-december-2020/
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Music Review: Black Eyed Peas & Shakira, "Girl Like Me" Dec 15, 2020

The singer is looking for a specific kind of girl.
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DVD Review: The Last Champion Dec 14, 2020

The Christian film "The Last Champion" mixes elements of faith with a sports movie vibe. But will it leave you cheering ... or reaching for the remote? Plugged In will make sure you have the full movie play-by-play.
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Movie Review: Godmothered Dec 11, 2020

In the new Disney+ movie "Godmothered," an inexperienced fairy godmother-in-training works to prove that fairy godmothers can still make a wand-waving difference. Will this pic make for a magical movie-watch?
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TV Review: The Queen's Gambit Dec 10, 2020

Although "The Queen's Gambit" tells an intriguing story, watching it can be a bit of a gambit itself.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Christmas Screens Dec 09, 2020

Should you be buying screens for Christmas? Check out Plugged In's "Parent's Guide to Today's Technology": https://www.pluggedin.com/tech-guide/
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Music Review: Andy Mineo, "Always in a Rush" Dec 08, 2020

Christian rapper Andy Mineo is back with an honest song about life's stresses, and how to keep them in balance.
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DVD Review: Black Beauty (2020) Dec 07, 2020

In the modern-day reimagining of "Black Beauty," a young girl and a beautiful horse form an unbreakable bond. Will their adventures be something your family will gladly join in on? Plugged In will gallop in with a review you can rely on.
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Movie Review: Christmas Chronicles 2 Dec 04, 2020

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TV Review: Mandalorian Dec 03, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: The People in the Room Dec 02, 2020

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Music Review: Billie Eilish, "Therefore I Am" Dec 01, 2020

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DVD Review: The Farmer and the Belle: Saving Santaland Nov 30, 2020

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Movie Review:The Croods: A New Age Nov 27, 2020

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TV Review: The Right Stuff Nov 26, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: Among Us game review Nov 25, 2020

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Music Review: Tate McRae- You Broke Me First Nov 24, 2020

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DVD Review:Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey Nov 23, 2020

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Movie Review:The Princess Switch: Switched Again Nov 20, 2020

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TV Review: Mira, Royal Detective Nov 19, 2020

This young sleuth can find just about anything—but she’d have a hard time finding problems with this show.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Doomscrolling Nov 18, 2020

Does your family get caught up in endlessly scrolling bad news? What should you do?
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Music Review: Luke Combs-Forever After All Nov 17, 2020

This song focuses on the choice to love someone forever, even as everything else loses its luster.
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DVD Review: Bill and Ted Face the Music Nov 16, 2020

Mostly, this flick seems intent on delivering a laugh-out-loud homage to the original franchise.
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Movie Review: Emily and the Magical Journey Nov 13, 2020

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TV Review: The Haunting of Bly Manor Nov 12, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: YouTube Nov 11, 2020

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Music Review: Ariana Grande - Positions Nov 10, 2020

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DVD Review: The Witches Nov 09, 2020

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Movie Review: Come Play Nov 06, 2020

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Movie Review: Come Play Nov 06, 2020

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TV Review: Tehran Nov 05, 2020

This new spy thriller on Apple TV+ comes with a few twists. But the content issues in it are fairly straightforward.
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Screen in your Pocket: Predators Nov 04, 2020

Are your kids opening themselves up to predators? What should you do?
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Music Review: Justin Bieber & benny blanco, "Lonely" Nov 03, 2020

Justin’s joined by benny blanco on this heartfelt, vulnerable and occasionally profane track about growing up famous.
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DVD Review: Rebecca Nov 02, 2020

If you’ve seen the Netflix trailer for Rebecca and thought that this looks like a straight-up horror film, you might be surprised.
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Movie Review: Love and Monsters Oct 30, 2020

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TV Review: Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous Oct 29, 2020

This is a show that, while it has a few questionable artifacts, is still filled with animated fun.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Screens and Mental Health Oct 28, 2020

What should you know about the tie between depression and social media?
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Music Review: Maren Morris, "Better Than We Found It" Oct 27, 2020

This track asks listeners to think about the part they’re playing in today’s world.
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DVD Review: A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting Oct 26, 2020

There are some terrific messages here. But monster-y moments may push this often fun flick out of bounds for some families with young or sensitive kids.
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Movie Review: The Honest Thief Oct 23, 2020

This thief-turned-family man really tries to right past wrongs, but that doesn’t mean this flick is without its own honest issues.
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TV Review: Julie and the Phantoms Oct 22, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: The Social Dilemma Oct 21, 2020

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Music Review: Gabby Barrett-I Hope Oct 20, 2020

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DVD Review: Clouds Oct 19, 2020

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Movie Review:2 Hearts Oct 16, 2020

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TV Review: Raised by Wolves Oct 15, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: Family Dinner Oct 14, 2020

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Music Review: Shawn Mendes, Wonder Oct 13, 2020

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DVD Review: Secret Society of Second-Born Royals Oct 12, 2020

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Movie Review: The War With Grandpa Oct 09, 2020

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TV Review: Trinkets Oct 08, 2020

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Screen in Your Pocket: Game Purchases Oct 07, 2020

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Music Review: Ava Max - Naked Oct 06, 2020

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DVD Review: Fatima Oct 05, 2020

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Movie Review: Enola Holmes Oct 02, 2020

Sherlock Holmes' teen sister is no slouch when it comes to sleuthing, even if the mystery she solves is surprisingly disturbing.
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TV Review: Away Oct 01, 2020

The new Netflix show #Away blasts off on a flight heading toward Mars. But will this show’s content push it outside your family’s orbit? Plugged In will make sure you’re aware of any space debris that might be in the path of your TV enjoyment.
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Screen in Your Pocket: What If I Already Gave My Kids a Screen? Sep 30, 2020

Wondering how to keep things in check now that your child already has a screen in his pocket? Check out Plugged In for some helpful pointers.
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Music Review: Justin Bieber - Holy Sep 29, 2020

Justin Bieber’s new tune, #Holy, compares a loved one’s embrace to a spiritual experience. Will you find this track as uplifting? Trust Plugged In to lift up all the lyrical details you need.
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DVD Review: Switched Sep 28, 2020

When a teen bully and her target switch minds (think 'Freaky Friday'), they both have important lessons to learn.
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Movie Review: Red Shoes and the Seven Dwarves Sep 25, 2020

The new animated movie Red Shoes and the Seven Dwarves tells of a young woman with magical red shoes who crosses paths with cursed dwarfs in need of a kiss to reverse the spell. Will this pic equal family fun or a kiss of death for your movie night? Look to Plugged In for all the fairy tale facts.
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TV Review: Dead Pixels Sep 24, 2020

While this British import captures gaming culture reasonably well, what we see on screen can be pretty graphic.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Allowances & Chore Bot Sep 23, 2020

Want an app for managing your kid’s allowances?
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Music Review: NEEDTOBREATHE Sep 22, 2020

NEEDTOBREATHE’s newest asks that God let us see our world from a new point of view
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DVD/Streaming Review: First Cow Sep 21, 2020

In the period-piece First Cow two men develop an unexpected friendship and start a baking business that depends on the theft of milk from a wealthy landowner’s prized cow. Will this pic be a joy to consume or a theft of your time? Plugged In will make sure you have all the info you need about this moovie.
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Movie Review: The Broken Hearts Gallery Sep 18, 2020

The Broken Hearts Gallery puts a fresh Gen Y twist on that old break-up romantic comedy formula. But will that new rom-com turn leave you wondering why? Look to the Plugged In review to make sure you’re not left with any date night heart burn.
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TV Review: Star Trek: Lower Decks Sep 17, 2020

This cartoon feels more like Futurama than classic Star Trek. And for families, that’s not necessarily a good thing.
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Screen in Your Pocket: Headphones Sep 16, 2020

How do you handle the isolation of headphones in your kid’s world?
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Music Review: Lecrae, Restoration Sep 15, 2020

Lecrae’s latest effort is full of grace, honesty and a powerful invitation to embrace the God who loves us.
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DVD/Streaming Review: Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe Sep 14, 2020

Candace and her siblings band together, serve justice to the alien invaders and save the world.
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Movie: Mulan Sep 11, 2020

The live action version of #Mulan on Disney+ tells the tale of the eldest daughter of an honored warrior who steps in to disguise herself as a boy and take the place of her ailing father. But will this version have all the family friendly charm of its animated original? Look to Plugged In to keep you posted on all the new sword-swinging, arrow-shooting details.
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TV Review: Transformers: War For Cybertron Sep 10, 2020

The Transformers franchise keep chugging along, but there’s some bumps in this particular installment.
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Screen in Your Pocket: 3 Parental Controls That Aren’t Parental Controls Sep 09, 2020

Need some help with your kid’s screens?
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Music Review: Katy Perry Sep 08, 2020

Perry’s latest has a lot to Smile about, but it’s not all smiles and rainbows.
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Movie Review: The One and Only Ivan Sep 07, 2020

This lovely film’s minor blemishes don’t mar the positive, family-friendly lessons at the heart of this unfettered story
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Movie Review: Tenet Sep 04, 2020

In the new Christopher Nolan film #Tenet a CIA operative is recruited by a mysterious organization to participate in an assignment that unfolds beyond real time. Will you want to invest your family's next movie night in this potential blockbuster? Look to Plugged In to give you a review that’s both revealing and well worth your time.

TV Review: Muppets Now Sep 03, 2020

Like a closeup of the bags under Waldorf’s eyes, Disney+’s new take on the Muppets has some unsightly wrinkles.

Screen in Your Pocket: Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout Sep 02, 2020

Does this online battle royale contest solve the genre’s biggest problems?

Music Review: Miley Cyrus: Midnight Sky Sep 01, 2020

Miley’s single again. And, apparently, she’s loving living life on her terms … and loving whoever she wants to.

Movie Review: The Sleepover Aug 31, 2020

The Sleepover brims with violence and toilet humor that some parents will likely want to steer younger kiddos away from.

Movie Review: Tulsa Aug 28, 2020

The new Christian movie Tulsa, now playing in Regal theaters, is about a precocious 9-year-old foster child named after that Oklahoma city. He mom’s died, but Tulsa’s got picture of guy she thinks is her father. Working with a foster care rep, they find him.

TV Review: Cleopatra in Space Aug 27, 2020

This Peacock kids’ show isn’t exactly out of this world, but it contains a few simple lessons that shine.

Screen in Your Pocket: Social Call Aug 26, 2020

Ready for a new app that might even be a positive influence?

Music Review: Darius Rucker: Beers and Sunshine Aug 25, 2020

Former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker offers a mixed prescription for dealing with this moment’s anxieties.

Movie Review: The High Note Aug 24, 2020

Despite its feel-good messages about friendship and perseverance, The High Note still hits some low notes, too

Words on Bathroom Walls Aug 21, 2020

#WordsonBathroomWalls features a young guy diagnosed with a mental disease who hopes to follow his dreams, and maybe just find love, too. Will this be a romantic dream pic for movie night or something closer to a nightmare? Plugged In will make sure you know what sort of bathroom wall content this pic might contain.

TV Review: Little Voice Aug 20, 2020

This Apple TV+ original is sweet and celebrates the power of community. But it comes with some not-so-little problems.

Screen in Your Pocket: TV in Your Kid’s Pocket Aug 19, 2020

How do you protect your kids from that TV in their pocket?

Music Review: Billie Eilish - My Future Aug 18, 2020

The Grammy winner turns away from dark confessionalism and infuses her new single with jazz, R&B and hope.

TV Review: Work It Aug 17, 2020

While there’s a lot to like here, there’s also plenty that might leave you feeling a little off beat.

Movie Review: The Secret Garden Aug 14, 2020

In the new movie The Secret Garden, now available through major streaming outlets, we meet a young orphan named Mary Lennox. It’s 1947 in India, and 10-year-old Mary’s wealthy parents have died. So Mary returns to England to live with her stern widower uncle, Lord Archibald Craven. There, she meets Lord Craven’s disabled son, Colin. Despite Lord Craven’s strict rules, headstrong Mary, Colin and another friend soon discover a magical garden that promises healing and wholeness for the broken children.

TV Review: Tumble Leaf Aug 13, 2020

This preschool-aimed show is packed with an extensive vocabulary, bright colors and fun music.

Screen in Your Pocket: Did I Give My Kid Social Media Too Early? Aug 12, 2020

What should you do if you gave your kid social media too early?

Movie Review: The Legend of 5 Mile Cave Aug 10, 2020

You might even think of this western tale as a blending of the not-so-Wild West with a Hallmark special.

Movie Review: Animal Crackers Aug 07, 2020

In the new movie Animal Crackers, now streaming on Netflix, Owen Huntington inherits a run-down circus from his Uncle Bob. There’s a burned-up tent, discouraged performers and a few animals.
Owen’s on the verge of saying goodbye to the family’s circus when a clown named Chesterfield tells him a secret: His uncle left a box of magical animal crackers, too. Eat one, and you’ll transform into the animal you just gobbled up. This could change everything!
Animal Crackers delivers some nice messages about family. And a lot of toilet humor along with one mild profanity. For those reasons, we’re giving Animal Crackers a 3.5 out of 5.0 for family friendliness.

TV Review: The Babysitter Club Aug 06, 2020

The show addresses issues faced by many a middle schooler–but not in ways that their parents might approve of.

Screen in Your Pocket: School Gave My Kid a Screen Aug 05, 2020

How do you deal with a screen the school hands out?

Movie Review: Kane Brown - Be Like That Aug 04, 2020

Kane Brown is joined by Swae Lee and Khalid on this feel good song with a handful of not-so-feel-good moments.

Movie Review: The Larva Island Movie Aug 03, 2020

Think of it as a poor-man’s Minions cartoon with a lot less, well, funny stuff.

Movie Review: The Kissing Booth 2 Jul 31, 2020

In the new Netflix sequel The Kissing Booth 2, viewers are reunited with teen lovers Elle and Noah, who first connected romantically two years ago. Now, Noah’s off to Harvard, while Elle’s navigating her senior year of high school. She misses her man desperately, and she fears he may be seduced by more experienced women at college.
Soon, though, Elle’s got a new problem—a newcomer named Marco who’s providing Elle with a tempting possibility of her own. But there’s more. Elle wants to join Noah at Harvard. But her only chance is winning a dance competition with Marco as her partner. Talk about teen drama.
The Kissing Booth 2 is rated TV-14. But this Netflix movie’s teen characters act more like they’re 28. Physical intimacy is a given. Consequences of that activity are nowhere in sight. And while we don’t actually see a lot of it, there’s no question what’s happening here between Elle and Noah, as well as other characters (including some same gender pairings). Profanity, underage drinking and completely clueless parents add to this movie’s many concerns, especially since it’s definitely targeting a young teen audience. For those reasons, we’re giving The Kissing Booth 2 a 1 out of 5 for family friendliness.

TV Review: DC Super Hero Girls Jul 30, 2020

Sure, these high schoolers sometimes have to take down the bad guys. But they’re more about lifting up each other.

Screen in Your Pocket: Young Kids and Screens Jul 29, 2020

What guidelines work best for young kids and screens?

Track Review: Lamb of God - Lamb of God Jul 28, 2020

The group detests injustice. But it doesn’t deliver a redemptive alternative in this pulverizing collection of metal tracks.

Movie Review: Ip Man 4: The Finale Jul 27, 2020

Comes with a few controversies, but it’s also a heartwarming tale.

Movie Review: Radioactive Jul 24, 2020

The new movie Radioactive, now streaming online, paints a portrait of Marie Curie. As the 19th century rolled into the 20th, this Polish-born French researcher met and married fellow scientist Pierre Curie. Together, they discovered the elements radium and polonium. Their work, of course, formed the foundation for advances such as the X-ray machine and cancer treatment, as well as paving the way for the atomic bomb.
That’s the stuff of textbooks. But Radioactive also takes us behind the scenes of that story. What we see is a woman whose passionate stubbornness is almost her undoing. Marie cares little for what others think of her. But Pierre quietly helps Marie channel her passion in positive ways. Together, they make a dynamic radioactive duo that will lead to not just one, but two Nobel Prizes for Marie.
Speaking of passion, we see a surprising amount of the physical kind on display here for a PG-13 film, both in Marie’s relationship with Pierre and in an affair she has after Pierre is tragically killed in an accident. Some violent images of World War I get screen time, too, as do the Curies’ deteriorating health due to radiation sickness. For those reasons, we’re giving Radiation a 2.0 out of five for family friendliness.

TV Review: PJ Masks Jul 23, 2020

PJ Masks may not inspire kiddos to go to bed on time, but at least it teaches them about being kind and helping others.

Screen in Your Pocket: Top Video Apps Jul 22, 2020

What do you need to know about the top social media video apps?

Album Review: Juice WRLD - Legends Never Die Jul 21, 2020

This album isn’t what you’d expect, especially when you see it labeled as explicit.

Movie Review: Archive Jul 20, 2020

The biggest issue with this robo-drama is the completely unnecessary foul language in its memory bank.

Movie Review: First Cow Jul 17, 2020

In new movie First Cow, now streaming online, we meet two guys who don’t fit the profile of adventurous pioneers. Otis Figowitz is a cook for a group of rough and tumble trappers in Oregon in the early 1800s. He’s a quiet, reflective type—in contrast to the boisterous hunters he serves. Otis soon meets an Chinese entrepreneur named King Lu who’s seeking his fortune on the West Coast. Together they form an unlikely friendship and business relationship baking for the group they serve.
Now, about that cow in the movie’s title. There’s exactly one milk cow in the region. And Otis and King Lu must steal its milk to cook for the men who love the food they’re making.
Now, that may not sound like the plot for an edge-of-your-seat action movie. And … it isn’t. There are no explosions or firefights or battling robots here—though we do see a couple of fist fights along the way. Instead, what First Cow offers viewers is a quiet reflection on the virtues of friendship. Some profanities get lobbed about in this PG-13 indie film, but that’s as bad as things ever get here. For those reasons, we’re giving First Cow a three out of five for family friendliness.

TV Review: Central Park Jul 16, 2020

Central Park probably isn’t the show you want to be central to your family.

Screen in Your Pocket: Teens and Too Much Social Media Jul 15, 2020

Are your teens too focused on social media?
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Music Review: Kanye West - Wash Us in The Blood Jul 14, 2020

Kanye West calls out to God to change us and guide us with His spirit.

Movie Review: Feel the Beat Jul 13, 2020

Feel the Beat is a predictable-but-sweet story about the value of self-worth, the need for selflessness and the beauty of family.

Movie Review: Greyhound Jul 10, 2020

The new movie Greyhound, now streaming on Apple TV+, stars Tom Hanks as the captain of a Navy destroyer in World War 2. His assignment? Escorting supply ships across the Atlantic to protect them from Germany’s lurking U-boat submarines.
Captain Krause is a man of deep character whose life is marked by faith and prayer. He walks the bridge of his ship until his feet literally bleed. But speaking of blood, we don’t see too much of that in this intense-but-restrained PG-13 war movie. A lone harsh profanity is the worst of it, content-wise. So we’re giving Greyhound a three out of five for family friendliness

TV Review: Space Force Jul 09, 2020

It’s all supposed to be funny … but it’s not.

Screen in Your Pocket: Predatory Behavior Jul 08, 2020

What to do about online predatory behavior?

Music Review: NEEDTOBREATHE - Who Am I Jul 07, 2020

NEEDTOBREATHE explores our struggle to accept, embrace and trust that God’s love requires nothing in return.

Movie Review: Trolls World Tour Jul 06, 2020

This glittery sequel ultimately teaches a valuable lesson about loving and accepting people who are different.

TV Review: Go! Go! Cory Carson Jul 02, 2020

Sure, the show has a few tiny bumps—but for the most part, Cory Carson runs smoothly.

Screen in Your Pocket: Fun with Too Much Screen Time Jul 01, 2020

Looking for ideas for handling your kid’s screen time?

Music Review: Jason Mraz- Look for the Good Jun 30, 2020

Mraz sings about finding the positive and looking for the silver lining.

DVD Review: Four Kids and It Jun 29, 2020

Kids find a magical creature that can grant wishes. But will it grant you a good movie? (PG)

Movie Review: My Spy Jun 26, 2020

My Spy, starring Guardians of the Galaxy alumni Dave Bautista, certainly seems to be aiming at family audience. But there are some disappointing elements families will want to know about before streaming this comedic actioner. (PG)

TV Review: Defending Jacob Jun 25, 2020

Defending Jacob is based on a book written by William Landay, and Landay himself suggests that the story is as much a family drama as it is a crime novel.

Screen in Your Pocket: Gaming Predators Jun 24, 2020

What do you do about predators lurking around while your kids are gaming?

Music Review: Maren Morris: “The Bones” Jun 23, 2020

Morris sings about the strength of a relationship when the foundation is solid.

DVD Review: Never Rarely Sometimes Always Jun 22, 2020

This is an agonizing tale of a pregnant young woman who never really seems to recognize any other choice but abortion. (PG-13)

Movie Review: Selfie Dad Jun 19, 2020

The new Christian comedy Selfie Dad, starring Michael Jr., revolves around a very simple message: prioritizing Scripture and allowing it to transform your life. (PG)

TV Review: 13 Reasons Why Jun 18, 2020

13 Reasons Why may, unintentionally, romanticize suicide for some teens, even though that’s not the show’s intent.

Screen in Your Pocket: Video Games Jun 17, 2020

Is your kid spending too much time gaming?

Music Review: Lady Gaga- Chromatica Jun 16, 2020

The pop diva returns to familiar territory with dance club melodrama alongside characteristic bizarre portrayals of emotional distress.

DVD Review: The Hunt Jun 15, 2020

Whatever point The Hunt may want to make, or whatever value it might hope to have, is pretty much obliterated by its violence. (R)

Movie Review: The Healer Jun 12, 2020

This romantic drama about a down-on-his luck guy who finds out he’s a spiritual healer almost feels like your typical Hallmark movie—except for a bit more language, drinking and suggestive content. (NR)

TV Review: The Chosen Jun 11, 2020

The world could use more Jesus. But can it use more of Him onscreen?

Screen in Your Pocket: Strangers Jun 10, 2020

What do you tell your kids about strangers online?

Music Review: Dua Lipa- Future Nostalgia Jun 09, 2020

Dua Lipa’s second effort delivers mixed messages when it comes to emotional independence and physical intimacy.

DVD Review: The Invisible Man Jun 08, 2020

Whannel has crafted a film that plays out more as cruel reality than science fiction. (R)

Movie Review: The Vast of Night Jun 05, 2020

Ah, the 1950s: sock hops. Poodle skirts. Drive-ins. … UFOs? This slow-burning sci-fi thriller looks on as two intrepid teenagers seek to unravel the mystery of strange sounds being picked up over phone lines in a small New Mexico town. (PG-13)

TV Review: Upload Jun 04, 2020

What happens when you upload your soul to a virtual “heaven” before you die? The answers here aren’t always divine.

Screen in Your Pocket: Girls and Social Media Jun 03, 2020

Do you have questions about how girls are holding up in this social media age?

Music Review: The Weekend- After Hours Jun 02, 2020

After Hours boasts an innovative sound, but it remains the same story fueled by explicit depictions of sex

DVD Review: The Call of the Wild Jun 01, 2020

This classic man-and-dog adventure still has something to offer families looking for an old-fashioned, Disney-style escape. (PG)

Movie Review: The High Note May 29, 2020

Despite its feel-good messages about friendship and perseverance, The High Note still hits some low notes, too, as it glorifies an extravagant, excess-filled lifestyle—one filled with foul language, drinking, showy outfits and casual sex.

Screen in Your Pocket: More Screen Time May 27, 2020

Have questions about your kids’ screen time in these Covid-19 days?

Music Review: Dustin Lynch- “Thinking ‘Bout You” May 26, 2020

Dustin Lynch teams up with American Idol runner-up Lauren Alaina in a nostalgic duet revisiting a long-lost love.

DVD Review: Onward May 25, 2020

By Pixar’s own high standards, Onward is a bit of a disappointment. (PG)

Movie Review: Scoob! May 22, 2020

Everyone’s favorite animated Marmaduke returns for an adventure with Shaggy and the Mystery, Inc. gang that’s packed with some surprisingly spooky plot twists. (PG)

Screen in Your Pocket: YouTube May 20, 2020

Want some YouTube guidance for your kids?

Music Review: John K- “If We Never Met” May 19, 2020

John K sings of all the ways he would be worse off if he hadn’t met the one he loves.

DVD Review: Sonic the Hedgehog May 18, 2020

This big-screen take on Sega’s anthropomorphized cobalt cannonballer is mostly cute and cuddly. (PG)

Movie Review: Jesus May 15, 2020

More than a million people have witnessed Sight & Sound Theatres’ remarkable stage production JESUS. Now a filmed version of this winsome portrait of Jesus’ life is available to stream and buy. (NR)

Screen in Your Pocket: Cameo May 13, 2020

Want some guidance with that new celebrity app called Cameo?

Music Review: Niall Horan- “No Judgement” May 12, 2020

For former One Direction member Niall Horan, “no judgment” really means “no commitment.”

DVD Review: I Still Believe May 11, 2020

I Still Believe is a poignant portrait of faith and doubt, love and grief, heartbreak and hope. (PG)

Movie Review: The Half of It May 08, 2020

Netflix’s latest teen romcom features a pretty standard-issue love triangle … and a not-so-standard-issue same-sex love interest. (PG-13)

Screen in Your Pocket May 06, 2020

Want some tech pointers for your family?

Music Review: Khalid& Disclosure- “Know Your Worth” May 05, 2020

Khalid encourages a friend to turn to someone who can give the love they deserve.

DVD Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Starwalker May 04, 2020

For fans of this franchise, The Rise of Skywalker works: not necessarily logically, but emotionally. (PG-13)

Movie Review: The Willoughbys May 01, 2020

This animated Netflix satire is equal parts delightful and disturbing as it paints a terrific picture of good parents and a grim picture of what might happen to bad ones. (PG)

Screen in Your Pocket: Connection or Correction Apr 29, 2020

Want a few pointers on handling kids with screens?

Music Review: Sam Smith- “To Die For” Apr 28, 2020

Sam Smith’s latest finds this British singer pining for someone worth living and dying for.

DVD Review: Emma Apr 27, 2020

The promise of this witty, PG-rated period piece is briefly undermined by some surprising content. (PG)

Movie Review: Tigertail Apr 24, 2020

Tigertail offers a thoughtful, emotional examination of how we’re all changed in small, incremental ways by the choices we make, and the choices we don’t make. (PG)

TV Review: Boss Baby: Back in Business Apr 23, 2020

A bit of toilet humor and a whole lot of pint-size sass mar this otherwise fun, funny addition to the Netflix catalog.

Screen in Your Pocket: Setting Guidelines Apr 22, 2020

How about some guidance on setting guidelines?

Music Review: Jimmie Allen/ Noah Cyrus- “This Is Us” Apr 21, 2020

Allen and Cyrus look back at past wrongs made better because of new love.

DVD Review: The Last Full Measure Apr 20, 2020

Unlike the stereotypical Vietnam movie, The Last Full Measure brims with hope and meaning amid its story of sacrifice. (R)

Movie: Trolls World Tour Apr 17, 2020

Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake and Kelly Clarkson return for this rollicking Trolls sequel, which emphasizes accepting those who are different but which predictably indulges some toilet humor, too. (PG)

Screen in Your Pocket: Houseparty Apr 15, 2020

Ever heard of the Houseparty app? What should you know?

Music Review: Finneas- “I Lost a Friend” Apr 14, 2020

Finneas laments the loss of a friend and all the things he should have done.

DVD Review: Just Mercy Apr 13, 2020

Just Mercy is a beautiful example of the work, the courage and the faith it takes to push against the wrongs of this world. (PG-13)

Movie Review: Elephant Apr 10, 2020

Elephant is Disneynature's latest in a series of family-friendly documentaries. We meet an elephant named Jomo and his herd, who must all undertake a perilous journey to find water. (G)

TV Review: The Letter for the King Apr 09, 2020

The Letter for the King is reminiscent of Lord of the Rings. But that doesn’t mean that families should compare these two distinctly different stories.

Screen in Your Pocket: Hoop Apr 08, 2020

What should we do about apps that connect to strangers?

Music Review: Sam Hunt- “Hard to Forget” Apr 07, 2020

Hunt’s having a hard time turning from a lost love and a bottle.

DVD Review: Little Women (2019) Apr 06, 2020

Director Greta Gerwig’s version of this classic faithfully gives fans more of what they adore from the beloved March sisters. (PG)

Movie Review: Resistance Apr 03, 2020

Most of us know about the famous French mime Marcel Marceau. But you may not know that he helped Jewish orphans evade the Nazis as they invaded France in 1938. Though painfully violent at times, Resistance tells Marceau’s powerful story. (R)

TV Review: Nancy Drew Apr 02, 2020

A favorite character of yesteryear gets a CW makeover. And the results are just a little scary.

Screen in Your Pocket: Screen Time Apr 01, 2020

What should we do about those ever-lengthening screen times?

Music Review: Billie Eilish- “No Time to Die” Mar 31, 2020

The latest James Bond theme song steers away from profanity and graphic references, and it instead delves into more generalized themes of love and loss.

DVD Review: The Current War Mar 30, 2020

Is The Current War electrifying? No, not quite. But it’s got some nice star power. (PG-13)

Movie Review: Stargirl Mar 27, 2020

This feel-good Disney+ streaming movie shows the influence of one person's self-confidence and positive outlook on life. (PG)

TV Review: The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia Mar 26, 2020

Ashley graduated from college when she was 9. Now she has to find her place in the world.

Screen in Your Pocket: Screen Time Mar 25, 2020

What should we do about those ever-lengthening screen times?

Music Review: Chase Rice- “Lonely If You Are” Mar 24, 2020

Rice visits familiar country music territory. But will families want to venture there?

DVD Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Mar 23, 2020

For fans of this franchise, The Rise of Skywalker works: not necessarily logically, but emotionally. (PG-13)

Sticks, Stones and Bullies: Episode 624 Mar 20, 2020

This gritty retelling of Peter Pan feels aimed more at adults than children—a thoughtful, dreamlike meditation on the beauties of childhood and the more subtle joys (and fears) of parenthood. (PG-13)

TV Review: I Am Not OK With This Mar 19, 2020

This show, for all its mystery, isn’t captivating enough to keep you guessing, and its content will keep you ducking.

Screen in Your Pocket: Replace Overreaction with Interaction Mar 18, 2020

Don’t explode or implode, just talk tech out with your kids.

Music Review: Meek Mill- “Believe” Mar 17, 2020

Rapper Meek Mill’s latest expresses his conviction that there is hope even in the hardest struggles.

DVD Review: Jumanji: The Next Level Mar 16, 2020

This film feels anything but appropriate for families of young kids—the very audience you’d assume it’s made for. (PG-13)

Movie Review: I Still Believe Mar 13, 2020

This bittersweet story of love and faith tells the tale of Christian musician Jeremy Camp’s relationship with Melissa Henning as she bravely battles cancer. (PG)

TV Review: Star Wars: The Clone Wars Mar 12, 2020

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away (1977, to be precise), George Lucas introduced us …

Screen in Your Pocket: Influencers Mar 11, 2020

From streaming shows to YouTube channels, what do we do with online influencers?

DVD Review: Spies in Disguise Mar 09, 2020

The movie’s friendship and self-sacrifice-promoting decoder signals counterbalance its gratuitous guffaws. (PG)

Movie Review: Onward Mar 06, 2020

Pixar’s latest fantasy adventure delivers some great messages about family, brotherhood and sacrifice … along with some other content we’re not used to seeing in Pixar’s films. (PG)

TV Review: 9-1-1 Lone Star Mar 05, 2020

Captain Strand champions diversity as much as he saves lives. But the show starts a few fires of its own.

Screen in Your Pocket: Screens in the Bedroom Mar 04, 2020

More Screen Time, Less Sleep Time?

Music Review: Demi Lovato- Anyone Mar 03, 2020

Demi Lovato desires to be heard and loved in a beautiful and slightly profane way on her latest single, “Anyone.”

DVD Review: Playmobil: The Movie Mar 02, 2020

For some families, Playmobil: The Movie will teeter right on the edge of what’s appropriate for their kids. (PG)

Movie Review: Emma. Feb 28, 2020

Anyone thinking about seeing Emma. should be aware that the promise of this witty, PG-rated period piece is briefly undermined by some surprising content. (PG)

Music Review: Justin Bieber- Intentions Feb 25, 2020

Justin Bieber and rapper Quavo honor women with their actions in a new track.

DVD Review: Frozen II Jan 12, 2023

Frozen II is not a slam-dunk, take-the-whole-fam movie for everyone. (PG)

Movie Review: The Call of the Wild Feb 21, 2020

This adaptation of Jack London‚Äôs classic novel features Harrison Ford and a rambunctious digital dog named Buck in a mostly family-friendly Alaskan wilderness adventure. (PG)

Screen in Your Pocket: The Unforeseen Problem with Followers Feb 20, 2020

Aren‚Äôt followers great? Well, aren‚Äôt they?

TV Review: The Healing Power of Dude Feb 20, 2020

Some potty humor mars this otherwise creative, fun and relatively clean show that tackles an important issue.

Movie Review: Taylor Swift: Only the Young Feb 19, 2020

This documentary and its music gives fans a close-up glimpse of Taylor Swift‚Äôs beliefs.

DVD Review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Feb 18, 2020

Many a movie will make you laugh or cry or think. But very few make you want to be a better person. (PG)

Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog Feb 15, 2020

Sony‚Äôs iconic blazing blue hero jumps from the video game screen to the big screen in this fun, mostly problem-free actioner aimed at a young audience. (PG)

TV Review: Endlings Feb 13, 2020

Hulu‚Äôs new sci-fi series focuses on a futuristic foster family, a stranded alien, and the rare creatures they‚Äôre all trying to save.

Screen in Your Pocket: Digital Detox Feb 12, 2020

Your screens getting you down? How about a digital detox?

Music Review: Meghan Trainor- Nice to Meet Ya Feb 11, 2020

Meghan Trainor‚Äôs latest promotes a solid message about body positivity, even though it‚Äôs not always polite about it.

DVD Review: Ford v Ferrarri Feb 10, 2020

This is an engaging film, but one that also comes with some content speed bumps. (PG-13)

Movie Review: Gretel & Hansel Feb 08, 2020

This unsettling take on the Brothers Grimm‚Äôs creepy fairy-tale brims like a boiling cauldron with creepy occultism and problematic messages. (PG-13)

TV Review: Star Trek: Picard Feb 06, 2020

It‚Äôs everything you‚Äôd expect from a Star Trek show, including a few problems.

Screen in Your Pocket: TikTok Feb 05, 2020

So, what is this TikTok thing and why should you care?

Music Review: Halsey - Manic Feb 04, 2020

Halsey‚Äôs confessional and vulnerable third effort veers between admirable transparency and recklessly self-destructive choices.

DVD Review: Last Christmas Feb 03, 2020

Last Christmas tells the sweet story of how a woman struggling with depression (and self-loathing) learns how to heal her heart. (PG-13)

Movie Review: The Last Full Measure Jan 31, 2020

This R-rated Vietnam War movie won‚Äôt be for everyone. But for those who choose to see this redemptive story of heroism and sacrifice, I can‚Äôt imagine them walking out of the theater with a dry eye. (R)

TV Review: Zoey‚Äôs Extraordinary Playlist Jan 30, 2020

NBC's musical comedy has good acting and great singing, but you still have to dig through the dirt before you hit gold.

Game Review: Sparklite Jan 29, 2020

Sparklite is a ‚Äúroguelite‚Äù game of good versus evil. But what exactly does that mean? (E10+)

Music Review: Selena Gomez-Rare Jan 27, 2020

Selena Gomez‚Äôs third album splits the difference between messiness and maturity.

Movie Review: Troop Zero Jan 24, 2020

For a PG-rated flick about empowering children, this Amazon Original felt far more mature than its previews let on.

TV Review: Fast & Furious Spy Racers Jan 23, 2020

While way toned down from the movies, this animated adventure still hits some speed bumps.

Game Review: Darksiders Genesis Jan 22, 2020

This Bible-based battler is played out from a new perspective. But can you really tell Mom it‚Äôs more ‚Ä¶ biblical? (T)

DVD Review: The Addams Family Jan 21, 2020

The filmmakers' attempt to stitch together a living, breathing, heartfelt story ends up as a crypt full of predictable and potty-humored silliness. (PG)

Music Review: Camila Cabello-Living Proof Jan 20, 2020

Camila says her new release is about "being intimate with the person you're in love with." Enough said.

Movie Review: Dolittle (2020) Jan 17, 2020

Robert Downey Jr. trades in Tony Stark‚Äôs armor for Dr. John Dolittle‚Äôs amazing ability to talk to animals in the latest (mostly) family-friendly take on this beloved character. (PG)

TV Review: Messiah Jan 16, 2020

The titular character in this Netflix show claims to be the second coming. But the show itself is both provocative and problematic.

Game Review: Wattam Jan 15, 2020

This curiosity is less a traditional game and more like the interactive imaginings of an especially creative preschooler. (E10+)

DVD Review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Jan 14, 2020

Despite its strong redemptive themes, this sequel‚Äôs intense-but-sanitized violence might still be too much for sensitive viewers. (PG)

Music Review: Justin Bieber-Yummy Jan 13, 2020

Justin Bieber‚Äôs single pulls us into the bedroom with his new wife.

Movie Review: Just Mercy Jan 10, 2020

Just Mercy is a beautiful-but-gritty example of the work, the courage and the faith it takes to push back against the injustices of this world. (PG-13)

TV Review: The Unicorn Jan 09, 2020

This CBS show can look and feel pretty impressive at times. But it is not exactly pure.

Game Review: Phoenix Point Jan 08, 2020

A new game from the creator of the original X-COM. Does that bode well for the turn-based strategy fan? (T)

DVD Review: Togo Jan 07, 2020

It is compelling, engaging and riveting from start to finish. (PG)

Music Review: Harry Styles-Fine Line Jan 06, 2020

Fine Line is an apt title for an album on which Harry Styles walks the line between confessing sins and committing them.

Movie Review: Spies in Disguise Jan 03, 2020

Will Smith and Tom Holland lend their vocal talents to an animated movie that focuses on friendship and sacrifice among some gratuitous guffaws. (PG)

TV Review: Gabby Duran & The Unsittables Jan 02, 2020

It's not easy to babysit an alien. But in Disney's hands, it makes for some pretty clean TV.

Game Review: Shenmue III Jan 01, 2020

Eighteen years later, the groundbreaking world of Shenmue returns. But the kicks here aren‚Äôt ‚Ä¶ always a kick. (T)

DVD Review: Judy Dec 31, 2019

This biopic is a tragedy at its core, but one that still delivers poignant glimpses of an icon‚Äôs longing for happiness. (PG-13)

Music Review: Mumford & Sons-Blind Leading the Blind Dec 30, 2019

Mumford & Sons‚ latest rails against cynicism and narcissism, reminding us (profanely at times) of our need for connection.

Movie Review: Little Women Dec 27, 2019

Director Greta Gerwig‚Äôs version of this classic faithfully gives fans more of what they adore from the beloved March sisters. (PG)

TV Review: Green Eggs and Ham Dec 26, 2019

Read it, read it, then you'll see! This review offers our advisory!

Game Review: Arise: A Simple Story Dec 25, 2019

Arise: A Simple Story is an abstract platformer with a warm heart ‚Ä¶ and all the soothing presence of a scented candle. (E)

DVD Review: Abominable Dec 24, 2019

Beneath its standard-issue, kid-flick elements, this pic examines something more serious: the impact of grief on a child. (PG)

Music Review: Miranda Lambert- Wildcard Dec 23, 2019

Wildcard contrasts Miranda Lambert's deepening maturity against her pesky penchant for recklessness.

Movie Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Dec 20, 2019

The ninth installment in the four-decade Star Wars franchise unleashes a satisfying and twist-filled finale ‚Ä¶ along with some surprises parents of young fans will want to know about ahead of time. (PG-13)

TV Review: The Feed Dec 19, 2019

Imagine, plugging the whole internet directly into your brain. What could possibly go wrong?

Top Games of 2019 Dec 18, 2019

So, what video games stick out in this past year of 2019?

DVD Review: Overcomer Dec 17, 2019

When you find your identity in the One who created you, it changes your perspective on everything. (PG)

Music Review: Lana Del Rey- NFR! Dec 16, 2019

Lana Del Rey returns with another ethereal effort that dangles between hope and despair, introspection and recklessness.

Movie Review: Jumanji: The Next Level Dec 13, 2019

Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan return for another magical, dangerous and surprisingly profane journey into the fantasy video game realm of Jumanji. (PG-13)

DVD Review: The Reliant Dec 10, 2019

The Reliant unapologetically underscores the Second Amendment‚Äôs protection of Americans‚Äô right ‚Äúto keep and bear Arms.‚Äù (PG-13)

Music Review: Harry Styles- ‚ÄúWatermelon Sugar‚Äù Dec 09, 2019

Harry Styles latest might sound like an innocent song about fruit ‚Ä¶ until you dig a bit deeper into its suggestive lyrics.

Movie Review: The Aeronauts Dec 06, 2019

Felicity Jones and Eddie Redmayne star in this adrenaline-filled, family-friendly drama about two adventurous Brits in the 1860s who push their passion for discovery further than anyone before them. (PG-13)

TV Review: Dickinson Dec 05, 2019

This bold, crass interpretation of the poet comes off as more of a disappointment than anything.

Game Review: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Dec 04, 2019

Fallen Order is for those who want to know what it‚Äôs like to be a bewildered young Jedi ‚Ä¶ with a world to save. (T)

DVD Review: Klaus Dec 03, 2019

One tiny act of love and kindness can influence an entire town‚Äîand it only takes one person to ignite change. (PG)

Music Review: Billie Eilish- ‚Äúeverything i wanted‚Äù Dec 02, 2019

Billie Eilish‚Äôs latest effort finds the singer struggling to hold on to a lifeline of hope in dark times.

Movie Review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Nov 29, 2019

Many a movie will make you laugh or cry or think. But very few make you want to be a better person. And that‚Äôs what makes A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood a pretty beautiful movie. (PG)

DVD Review: Where‚Äôs You Go Bernadette Nov 26, 2019

This drama tells us that we were made for something. And when we find and pursue that purpose, we're better able to serve the people around us. (PG-13)

Music Review: Dua Lipa- ‚ÄúDon‚Äôt Start Now‚Äù Nov 25, 2019

Dua Lipa‚Äôs latest single delivers some empowering messages to women ‚Ä¶ and perhaps some mixed messages, too.

TV Review: Ghostwriter Nov 21, 2019

A reboot of a classic kids show from the 1990s, this new Apple TV+ version is more sweet than spooky.

Game Review: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Nov 20, 2019

The new CoD returns to a world of realistic military conflict ‚Ä¶ for better and worse. (M)

DVD Review: Dora and the Lost City of Gold Nov 19, 2019

This live-action revamp of Nick‚Äôs timeless heroine is not entirely successful. (PG)

Movie Review: Ford v Ferrari Nov 15, 2019

Matt Damon and Christian Bale star in this high-octane drama about the unlikely (and profanity-riddled) clash between Ford and Ferrari at the fabled 24 Hours of Le Mans in the 1960s. (PG-13)

TV Review: DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders Nov 14, 2019

Some of them breathe fire, sure. But more importantly, these dragons teach kids about kindness, forgiveness and the importance of family.

DVD Review: The Angry Birds Movie 2 Nov 12, 2019

Families will have to suffer through more potty humor, and even some surprising innuendo, than parents may have bargained for. (PG)

Music Review: Selena Gomez- ‚ÄúLose You to Love Me‚Äù Nov 11, 2019

Selena‚Äôs latest unpacks the hard lessons learned when she finally relinquished a dysfunctional relationship.

Movie Review: Last Christmas Nov 08, 2019

This holiday-themed romcom about a woman with a broken heart‚Äîboth literally and figuratively‚Äîis sometimes sweet, sometimes not. (PG-13)

TV Review: Watchmen Nov 07, 2019

HBO‚Äôs take on this influential DC Comics franchise offers a wincing, razor-sharp critique of racism and societal conflict

Game Review: Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville Nov 06, 2019

The Plants vs. Zombies franchise blooms again with a new open world full of activities. But is it fresh or rotten? (E10+)

DVD Review: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Nov 05, 2019

Can a movie be incredibly creepy, lightly profane and ‚Ä¶ kinda boring all at the same time? (PG-13)

Music Review: Kanye West- Jesus is King Nov 04, 2019

Kanye West‚Äôs latest takes the spotlight off himself and aims it directly at Jesus Christ, whom he proclaims as King and Savior.

Movie Review: Harriet Nov 01, 2019

Harriet Tubman, as this film portrays so powerfully, was a force to be reckoned with.

TV Review: Raising Dion Oct 31, 2019

Seven-year-old Dion just might become a superhero ... if he lives long enough. And this Netflix series has some super moments, too.

Game Review: Indivisible Oct 30, 2019

Just about everybody that this game's protagonist knows is in her head. And they jump out to help her fight evil. (T)

DVD Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain Oct 29, 2019

It almost seems like it was made for Plugged In to say, ‚ÄúHey, what a great family movie. Go watch.‚Äù Almost. (PG)

Music Review: Lewis Capaldi-Someone You Loved Oct 28, 2019

Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi unintentionally reminds us of the emotional trials of intimacy outside marriage.

Movie Review: The Current War: Director‚Äôs Cut Oct 25, 2019

Is The Current War electrifying? No, not quite. But this period piece about the race to illuminate the world has still got some nice star power. (PG)

DVD Review: The Lion King Oct 22, 2019

Parents need to be aware that in this beautifully realistic mix, bared claws and teeth look far sharper. (PG)

Music Review: Dan+Shay, Justin Bieber-10,000 Hours Oct 21, 2019

Justin Bieber teams up with country group Dan + Shay to offer a tender tribute to love, and the hard work that comes with it.

Movie Review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Oct 18, 2019

Despite some strong, redemptive themes, this sequel‚Äôs intense-but-sanitized violence might still be too much for young or sensitive viewers. (PG)

Game Review: The Legend of Zelda: Link‚Äôs Awakening Oct 16, 2019

What happens when Nintendo remakes a classic game from 1993? You might be surprised by the answer. (E)

DVD Review: Hobbs & Shaw Oct 15, 2019

Now, there‚ is nothing wrong with a little dumb fun, but Hobbs & Shaw comes with lots of un-fun accoutrements. (PG-13)

Movie Review: Addams Family Oct 11, 2019

Like Uncle Fester's misguided and malodorous attempts at charm, The Addams Family ain‚Äôt quite what it could have been.

TV Review: Carol‚Äôs Second Chance Oct 10, 2019

Patricia Heaton‚Äôs latest comedic effort focuses on the value and wisdom of getting older and finding hope in a second chance.

Game Review: Gears 5 Oct 09, 2019

Gears 5 propels this long-running franchise in some new directions ‚Ä¶ and toward some violent old ones, too. (M)

DVD Review: Toy Story 4 Oct 08, 2019

Toy Story 4 is funny, dramatic, kid-friendly and tear-up-in-the-end sweet. (G)

Music Review: Mandy Moore-"When I Wasn‚Äôt Watching" Oct 07, 2019

Mandy Moore‚Äôs first new music in a decade reflects on the changes in her life over that period of time.

Movie Review: Judy Oct 04, 2019

Judy Garland's movies often had happy endings. But there's not much redemption in this biopic about her desperate, addiction-filled later years. That makes Judy hard to watch, even with the gritty details toned to PG-13 levels. (PG-13)

TV Review: The Last Kids on Earth Oct 03, 2019

Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets The Walking Dead in this animated Netflix kids series aimed at middle schoolers.

DVD Review: Spider-Man: Far From Home Oct 01, 2019

Far From Home is a fine, fun, serviceable superhero flick. But like Peter Parker‚Äôs European vacation, it contains some unwelcome surprises, too. (PG-13)

Music Review: A Grande, M Cyrus, Lana Del Rey-"Don‚Äôt Call Me Angel" Sep 30, 2019

Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus and Lana Del Rey team up for a racy single promoting the new Charlie's Angels reboot.

Movie Review: Abominable Sep 27, 2019

Beneath its standard-issue, kid-flick elements, this pic examines something more serious: the impact of grief on a child. (PG)

TV Review: Mr. Mom Sep 26, 2019

When dad steps into mom‚Äôs role at home, scatological, child-focused hijinks soon follow.

Game Review: Erica Sep 25, 2019

A new generation of full-motion video games is coming. Erica shows us the game genre‚Äôs promise ‚Ä¶ and peril. (M)

DVD Review: Yesterday Sep 24, 2019

All in all, Yesterday's missteps may leave some viewers pining for the even sweeter movie it could have been. (PG-13)

Music Review: Post Malone-"Circles" Sep 23, 2019

Post Malone's latest hit sports a sunny sound in sharp contrast to the song's dreary, suggestive lyrics and subject matter.

Movie Review: Ad Astra Sep 20, 2019

We‚Äôve been treated to some provocative sci-fi films recently, from Gravity to Interstellar to Arrival. Ad Astra aims for the same orbit, but it‚Äôs both darker and dimmer. (PG-13)

TV Review: Carnival Row Sep 19, 2019

This show's real monstrosity is its excessive use of language, sex and gore to tell a tale just as interesting without it.

Game Review: Control Sep 18, 2019

This gory, M-rated shooter propels players into combat with all manner of ghoulish, supernatural entities. (M)

DVD Review: Dark Phoenix Sep 17, 2019

The second big-screen iteration of Jean Gray's tragic transformation into the Phoenix is a predictably violent, occasionally profane affair. (PG-13)

Movie Review: The Goldfinch Sep 13, 2019

This gritty drama tells the story of a boy named Theo who‚Äôs forced to pick up the pieces of his life after his beloved mother is killed in a terrorist attack in New York City. (R)

TV Review: The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Sep 12, 2019

This prequel series to Jim Henson's 1982 fantasy classic has many facets‚Äîsome that shine and others that are quite ‚Ä¶ dark.

Game Review: Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution Sep 11, 2019

Yu-Gi-Oh! migrates to the Switch, blending classic card battles with its signature brand of manga-inspired mysticism. (T)

DVD Review: Aladdin Sep 10, 2019

MiB: This version of Aladdin isn't "A Whole New World." But that's a good thing. (PG)

Music Review: Taylor Swift- Lover Sep 09, 2019

Taylor Swift's seventh effort is sweet and sensual in equal measure.

Movie Review: Bennett's War Sep 06, 2019

This motocross movie, like the sport itself, gets muddy. But for fans, or for those who like to see nice guys finish first for a change, you could do worse than this unheralded underdog drama. (PG-13)

Game Review: RAD Sep 04, 2019

The dystopian adventure RAD is something called a "roguelike" game. So how roguish does it get? (T)

DVD Review: Men in Black: international Sep 03, 2019

MiB: International holds true to the film franchise‚Äôs light tone. But it sports some extraterrestrial problems, too. (PG-13)

Music Review: Lizzo- Truth Hurts Sep 02, 2019

Catchy, yes. But a worthy message about loving yourself is buried in the song's problems.

Movie Review: Blinded by the Light Aug 30, 2019

This feel-good dramedy tells the true story of a Pakastani teen growing up in England in the ‚Äò80s who found hope and inspiration in the music of Bruce Springsteen. (PG-13)

TV Review: The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants Aug 29, 2019

A well-loved book series comes to life ... and brings with it the same problems.

Game Review: Madden NFL 20 Aug 28, 2019

The latest Madden packs in new looks and features, but is it still a high draft choice for your family room? (E)

DVD Review: The Sun Is Also a Star Aug 27, 2019

This angst-filled story's positive themes are drowned out by some harsh profanity, racial slurs and suggestive conversations. (PG-13)

Music Review: Tori Kelly- Inspired by True Events Aug 26, 2019

Tori Kelly's third effort mines autobiographical details from her life on an album that's light and heavy, personal and reflective.

Movie Review: Overcomer Aug 23, 2019

The latest movie from the makers of Fireproof, Courageous and War Room focuses on a young runner and a cross-country coach who both have important lessons to learn about their identity in Christ. (PG)

TV Review: Pandora Aug 22, 2019

This CW show is bad. Just plain bad. But in terms of its content, it's not as bad as it could be.

Game Review: Wolfenstein: Youngblood Aug 21, 2019

The latest installment in this influential and long-running franchise invites a pair of teen girls to unleash M-rated carnage. (M)

DVD Review: A Dog's Journey Aug 20, 2019

This canine sequel is unquestionably of the same breed and straight out of the same litter as the original. (PG)

Music Review: Skillet- Victorious Aug 19, 2019

Skillet has tattooed themes of perseverance and determination across nearly every song on the aptly named Victorious.

Movie Review: The Angry Birds Movie 2 Aug 16, 2019

Warring birds and pigs are back. This time, a new threat causes these longtime adversaries to team up to stave off destruction. Laughs flow freely. Unfortunately, so does toilet humor and suggestive innuendo. (PG)

TV Review: The Boys Aug 15, 2019

Amazon's dark and cynical homage to superheroes is neither super nor heroic.

Game Review: Fire Emblem: three Houses Aug 14, 2019

The latest Fire Emblem game migrates to Nintendo's Switch, bringing some big changes to the franchise along the way. (T)

DVD Review: Avengers: Endgame Aug 13, 2019

This finale reminds us of movies gone by, celebrating the heroes we‚Äôve come to know and giving them, I think, a fitting coda. (PG-13)

Music Review: Madonna- Madam X Aug 12, 2019

Madonna's latest careens between yearning for change and embracing naughty behavior as only the Material Girl can do.

Movie Review: Dora and the Lost City of Gold Aug 09, 2019

The jungle may be scary, but it‚Äôs not nearly as frightening as high school--at least not for Dora, who‚Äôs sent to Los Angeles to live with cousin Diego. But when bad guys kidnap the now 16-year-old Dora, Diego and a couple of unprepared classmates and ship them back to the rainforest, Dora the Explorer finds herself right at home. (PG)

TV Review: Heartland Aug 08, 2019

While the TV landscape has been getting drenched in blood and its inhabitants consumed by lust, this gentle Canadian drama takes us all back to the family ranch, both literally and figuratively.

Movie: Hobbs & Shaw Aug 02, 2019

Lawman Luke Hobbs and former spy Deckard Shaw race after a killer virus that could destroy the world. The problem? A superhuman bad guy is after the virus, too. The other problem? Hobbs and Shaw can't stand each other. (PG-13)

TV: Ryan's Mystery Playdate Aug 01, 2019

The 7-year-old YouTube star moves to traditional television with this innocuous, silly show.

Game Review: Stranger Things 3: The Game Jul 31, 2019

As its title suggests, this old-school homage mirrors the latest season of Netflix's hit series. (T)

Movie: The Farewell Jul 26, 2019

Is it ever merciful to tell a lie? That‚Äôs the question at the heart of The Farewell, an indie drama in which an aging Chinese woman has been diagnosed with terminal cancer ‚Ä¶ hard news no one in her family is willing to tell her. (PG)

Game Review: The Sinking City Jul 24, 2019

Fans of H.P. Lovecraft might be drawn to this game. But what they‚Äôll find is a grinding, grotesque and goopy narrative. (M)

DVD Review: Alita: Battle Angel Jul 23, 2019

Alita feels both more adult and, in some ways, less mature than your typical PG-13 actioner. (PG-13)

Music Review: Chris Brown- Indigo Jul 22, 2019

Chris Brown insists Indigo is about "energy, love, light and happiness." But it's also about sex, profanity and materialism.

Blog: Discord Jul 17, 2019

This free gaming chat app has a tendency to live up to its name.

DVD Review: Shazam! Jul 16, 2019

Shazam!, like its namesake hero‚Äîmuch like us all, really‚Äîis a bundle of contradictions. (PG-13)

Music Review: Ava Max-"Sweet but Psycho" Jul 15, 2019

"Sweet but Psycho" is short on sweetness but long on psychosis.

TV Review: Archer Jul 11, 2019

It appears that FX has issued its silly and salacious animated superspy with a license to appall.

Game Review: Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Jul 10, 2019

This new Niantic AR game may look like a twist on Pok√©mon Go, but there are a few new Flobberworm nibbles to consider. (n/a)

DVD Review: Little Jul 09, 2019

There are a lot of sweet moments in this film. But those sentiments don't outweigh this movie's PG-13 content issues. (PG-13)

Music Review: Jonas Brothers-Happiness Begins Jul 08, 2019

Six years after breaking up, the Jonas Brothers return with an album that's more mature in every sense of that word.

Movie Review: Spider-Man: Far From Home Jul 05, 2019

Far From Home is a fun, serviceable superhero flick. But like Peter Parker‚Äôs European vacation, it contains some unwelcome surprises, too. (PG-13)

TV Review: Big Hero 6: The Series Jul 04, 2019

Based on the Oscar-winning movie, this TV show features some mild name calling, slightly frightening villains and a whole lot of heart.

Game Review: Gato Roboto Jul 03, 2019

Gato Roboto is an E-rated platformer that's easy to start and stop, and one that doesn't suck up weeks of gameplay time. (E)

DVD Review: The Best of Enemies Jul 02, 2019

It‚Äôs frighteningly easy to hate a group. It‚Äôs harder to hate a person. (PG-13)

Music Review: NF - The Search Jul 01, 2019

NF's latest single begins in a pretty dark place but journeys toward a much brighter, more hopeful one by the end.

Movie Review: Yesterday Jun 28, 2019

What if, through an odd twist of fate, you were the only person on Earth who remembered The Beatles? What if you could claim their iconic songs as your own? This romantic fable answers those questions sweetly and (at times) profanely, too. (PG-13)

TV Review: Good Omens Jun 27, 2019

This Amazon Prime miniseries seems like it needs to be carted away in its own handbasket.

Game Review: Outer Wilds Jun 26, 2019

Outer Wilds is tricky and rewarding, but this space exploration game comes with an unexpected twist. (E10+)

DVD Review: Wonder Park Jun 25, 2019

This pic about an imaginative kid, her mom and the fantastically fanciful park they create together is, well, pretty wonder-ful. (PG)

Music Review: Miley Cyrus-She is Coming Jun 24, 2019

After offering some positive signs in Younger Now, Miley returns to form.

Movie Review: Toy Story 4 Jun 21, 2019

"Toy Story 4" is funny, dramatic, kid-friendly and tear-up-in-the-end sweet. And it asks some pretty significant questions about change and purpose along the way. (G)

TV Review: Abby Hatcher Jun 20, 2019

This animated series on Nickelodeon seeks to help preschoolers grow in kindness and empathy.

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