Family guide to new movie releases
Published in Parenting News
'SMILE 2'
Rated R for strong bloody violent content, grisly images, language throughout and drug use.
What it’s about: The sequel to the surprise horror hit sees the smile demon infecting a mega-famous pop star.
The kid attractor factor: Teen audiences will be drawn to the horror flick, especially in spooky season, but no appeal for kids.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Trying to take control of your own demons is a terrifying and courageous endeavor.
Violence: Extreme bloody violence throughout. Grisly images, car crashes, stabbings, scary situations, etc.
Language: Swearing throughout.
Sex: None
Drugs: Extensive on-screen drug use: cocaine, pills, and references to drug addiction and drug dealing.
Parents’ advisory: Too violent, bloody and mature for kids. Fine for mature teens.
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'ANORA'
Rated R for strong sexual content throughout, graphic nudity, pervasive language, and drug use.
What it’s about: A Brighton Beach stripper thinks she has her Cinderella story when she marries the son of a Russian oligarch, but nothing's ever easy.
The kid attractor factor: Not much — this is a mature adult film.
Good lessons/bad lessons: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
Violence: Some fighting and brawling.
Language: Swearing and strong language throughout.
Sex: Several sex scenes and nudity in the strip club.
Drugs: Marijuana and cocaine use throughout.
Parents’ advisory: Too mature for kids and teens. OK for teens 18 and up.
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