Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Our parent movie reviews let you know which new releases to take your kids to and which ones you may want to hold off on.

1) Family Review of Into the Woods

Rating: PG

‘Into the Woods’ is technically impressive—the songs in the musical are well delivered, the production value is high, and the actors are giving their all. But something about the film’s message feels rushed, and ultimately lacking in enlightening impact......……Read More

2) Family Review of Unbroken

Rating: PG-13

‘Unbroken’ follows a typical awards-bait formula to tell the story of the atypical Louis Zamperini, an Olympian who survived a plane crash, 47 days at sea, and a prisoner of war camp during World War II. The film hits the right emotional beats, even though it’s stiflingly obvious in its approach...…......Read More

3) Family Review of Expelled

Rating: PG-13

The teenage comedy ‘Expelled’ basically tells its youthful audience that it’s perfectly fine to lie, cheat, and steal your way to the top. Aside from being poorly acted and poorly written, the film’s thematic content is egregiously irritating…….Read More

4) Family Review of Song of the Sea

Rating: PG

‘Song of the Sea’ is one of the year’s best animated films, an exploration of Celtic mythology that is beautifully explained and envisioned. Clearly created with love and appreciation for its subject matter, ‘Song of the Sea’ will charm children and parents alike...…......Read More

Interested in another previously released film? Read our reviews of films already showing in your local theater.