'JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL'
Rated PG for menacing fantasy action and some mild language.
What it's about: The sequel to the video game identity swap adventure film features more of the same when the crew heads back in to save a friend and encounters new characters along the way.
The kid attractor factor: The likable stars, broad humor and action adventure genre will be a draw for teens and kids.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Friendship is more important than anything. Reach out and ask for help _ and accept it.
Violence: Some sequences of perilous chases and fighting.
Language: Some swearing.
Sex: None.
Drugs: None.
Parents' advisory: This is a bit wild for younger kids, but OK for older kids and teens.
'RICHARD JEWELL'
Rated R for language including some sexual references, and brief bloody images.
What it's about: A depiction of the 1996 Atlanta bombing, in which the security guard who found the bomb was falsely suspected to be the bomber, and the ensuing media circus.
The kid attractor factor: This is an adult drama _ most kids and teens will not be interested.
Good lessons/bad lessons: Don't trust the government, never respect authority and the media is out to get you.
Violence: A sequence of the bombing features some bloody images and terror.
Language: Some strong language.
Sex: Sexual references.
Drugs: None.
Parents' advisory: This is a serious adult drama, kids will likely not be interested, but OK for teens.
