'ARCTIC'
Rated PG-13 for language and some bloody images.
What it's about: A man struggles to survive and save a female helicopter pilot in a harsh, frozen environment.
The kid attractor factor: Not much _ this is a drama for adults.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Never give up, keep pushing forward. Care for those with you.
Violence: Some scary moments _ a helicopter crash with injuries and deaths, bloody wounds, a bear attack, bad falls, etc.
Language: Some, but the film is almost entirely without dialogue.
Sexuality: None.
Drugs: None.
Parents advisory: This survival story is inspiring and appropriate for older kids and teens if they are interested.
'PIERCING'
Rated R for aberrant violent and sexual content, nudity, and language.
What it's about: A wild, '70s-inspired erotic psychological horror film.
The kid attractor factor: Not much _ this is a very gory horror film.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Humanizing yourself and others is a way to connect and save yourself.
Violence: Discussion of violence against others, plans, some gory images of stabbing, beating, torture, restraint, etc.
Language: Some swearing.
Sexuality: The main characters are a man and the sex worker he hires. There is graphic discussion of sex and sexuality, some sex acts depicted, and nudity.
Drugs: Hallucinogenic drugs are consumed.
Parents advisory: This cultlike horror film is far too scary for young teens and kids _ definitely adults only.
