'VENOM'
Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action, and for language.
What it's about: The Marvel Comics spider-verse tale of Eddie Brock, a reporter with an alien parasite named Venom. It may be from the comics, but this isn't a superhero movie _ think supervillain.
The kid attractor factor: The comic book origins, the action genre and character will draw kids and teens.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Don't eat the heads of police officers. No, but really, own up to your mistakes, expose evil, and embrace all of yourself, even if that self is a bloodthirsty alien parasite.
Violence: Some outlandish alien fights, head chomps, motorcycle chases, gun fights, stabbings, etc.
Language: Some swearing.
Sexuality: A kiss, an implied sex scene (no nudity).
Drugs: None.
Parents advisory: Errs far more on the violent side for a comic book movie. It may be way too scary for younger kids.
'A STAR IS BORN'
Rated R for language throughout, some sexuality/nudity and substance abuse.
What it's about: A country star discovers a singer in a bar and makes her a star, baby.
The kid attractor factor: Younger audiences may be drawn to star Lady Gaga.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Love is all there is. That's a beautiful thing.
Violence: A punch or two thrown.
Language: Swearing throughout.
Sexuality: Some sex scenes and very brief graphic nudity.
Drugs: Drinking and drug abuse (pills mostly) throughout.
Parents advisory: Dealing with some heavy themes about love, loss and addiction, this is only appropriate for teens and older kids who can handle displays of sexuality.
