'HALLOWEEN'
Rated R for horror violence and bloody images, language, brief drug use and nudity.
What it's about: The 40-year anniversary of the original "Halloween" calls for a sequel, and this time Laurie Strode is prepared to face off with killer Michael Myers.
The kid attractor factor: Teens will be drawn to the horror slasher genre.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Face your fears or let them haunt you for the rest of your life.
Violence: Many brutal and gory deaths at the hands of Michael Myers: stranglings, slashings, shootings, burnings, etc.
Language: Some swearing throughout.
Sexuality: Some teens kissing, making out, references to sex, etc.
Drugs: Teens drinking and smoking marijuana.
Parents advisory: This is too violent for kids but plenty of spooky slasher horror fun for teens.
'MID90S'
Rated R for pervasive language, sexual content, drug and alcohol use, some violent behavior/disturbing images _ all involving minors.
What it's about: Jonah Hill's directorial debut follows a group of teen boys hanging out at an LA skate shop in the '90s.
The kid attractor factor: This is more of an indie flick, kids might be drawn to the cool skater culture.
Good lessons/bad lessons: You don't always have to take the hardest hits just to prove yourself.
Violence: Some brutal scraps, falls, splats and beatings. A car wreck.
Language: Swearing and strong language throughout.
Sexuality: A sexual scene with young teens. No graphic nudity, but discussion and reference to sex acts.
Drugs: Marijuana and pills, teen drinking.
Parents advisory: Most kids won't be drawn to this film, but it's too mature for younger audiences. Appropriate for teens only.
