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TOP 10 FAMILY MOVIE REVIEW SITES »
Top 10 best family movie review web sites rated by the LoveToKnow editors.
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LoveToKnow Movie Reviews
Information on and links to movie review websites. Be sure to also check out
information on
Focus on the Family movie reviews and read through some clips of sample
reviews.
Find out more about
David Elliott and his movie reviews. |
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Amazon
One of the top retailers with a huge selection of videos and DVDs. Although
current movies are not typically reviewed on this site, you can find links
to
recent DVD releases. Other users post reviews and rate the DVDs to help
with the buying decision. Many orders $25 have free shipping. |
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Parent Previews
"Your Guide to Family Entertainment". Covers video releases as well as
movies currently in theaters and
soon to be released films. More than 1,500 movie reviews on this site.
On really neat feature is the previews on your cell phone. Check the reviews
on a movie just right in the lobby of the theater. |
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Screen It!
Extensive online collection of reviews of both new and older movies. Sign up
for an
online membership for access to all of the features of this site for $24.95
per year. Rates across a wide spectrum of issues, such as language, nudity
and moral issues while still leaving the judgment call up to the parent. |
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Plugged In Online
Categorized listing of information about the films your family wants to see.
Take a poll about kids and PG-13 movies or read the latest news on movies.
You can
subscribe for only $24.00 a year for 12 issues (1 a month). Be sure to
read the recommended selections.
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Dove
Foundation
Known for awarding the family seal to certain production, the Dove
Foundation awards the seal to movies that provide wholesome family
entertainment. Now, there is also a
Dove Movie
Channel, which provides free movies to children's hospitals around the
country. |
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Focus
on the Family
In addition to the many reviews posted around the net to sites such as
Plugged in Online, the Focus on the Family website also offers review
rundowns of movies and articles about movie news. Check out the
movie and video reviews. |
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TV Guardian
This little device is a
foul
language filter that really works. Bad language is bleeped out and
replaced by text on the screen that creates a new phrase that is more
acceptable but similar. Recognizes more than 150 words and phrases. This
product retails for just under $100 in most retail establishments. |
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Preview Family Movie Review
A family movie review website that provides the details you need to screen
the movies your kids watch. Not sure what movie to rent this weekend? Check
out the
searchable database of movie reviews. Site also
interviews directors and provides details on their
rating criteria. |
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Crosswalk.com
A multi-resource site for Christians offering
movie
reviews, news feeds, free e-mail newsletters and discussion groups. The
online community is great for asking others a specific question about a
movie that you're still uncertain is right for your family. |
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Common Sense
Media
Highly detailed sight covering movies in theaters, DVD release, books,
music, games and television.
Sign up for a
free
newsletter and you'll receive updates when new articles and news is
posted. They also offer a section called "Best Bets" which are movies broken
down by age group. |
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Parents Television Council
In addition to offering
reviews, this organization is geared toward making
sure ratings systems are adhered to and protecting families. You can file an
FCC complaint or visit the
PTC
Store to support their efforts in keeping films for children clean. |
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Parental Media Guide
Answers to questions about the rating system. Clearly outlines how ratings
are determined for movies, television, records/CDs and games. Find out about
the Entertainment Software Rating Board, Motion Picture Association and
other
supporters of the site. |
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PTO Today Family Movie Nights
Family movie nights have become so popular that many schools are offering
this as a fun, family evening. PTO Today offers a
free brochure that outlines how to plan a family movie night for your
school. You can also order a kit to help you plan your special event. |
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Kaboose Family Movie Night
A detailed and illustrated article outlining the benefits and techniques for
a successful family movie night, from snacks to movie selection. You'll even
find some tips on choosing a theme for the evening as well as help in
choosing the movie. |
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Kids in Mind
Detailed movie reviews. Subscribe for free. Search by new releases this
week, listed by ratings or what's new on video. The handy
FAQ
will help answer any questions you run into.
Also offers ways you can support the program, both free and monetarily. |
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Yahoo Movies!
Read through Yahoo's
tips for parents, which will help parents choose find movies that will
engage their children. Wonderful resources with
Mom's Movie Reviews.
"Mom" doesn't just review the movies, she also outlines the ratings and
offers other tips. |
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Blockbuster Movie Rentals
Highly rated by customers, the Blockbuster online movie rental program
offers the convenience of having movies delivered to your mailbox.
Packages
start at $8.99 per month. For just a little more, you can upgrade and take
movies back to the store. |
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Spill.com Animated Movie Reviews
Their motto: "If it's crap, we'll tell you." That pretty much says it all
about this frank and honest look at movies. What's really fun is that the
reviews are animated. The reviews themselves are nearly as entertaining as
the movies. Join the
forums to discuss any of the movies you're considering. |
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Netflix.com
Amazing selection of over 90,000 DVDs. Plans start at $4.99 a month. Receive
DVDs by mail and watch them online instantly. You may want to
browse
their selection to see if the movies you enjoy are available.
Check out user comments for quick reviews. |
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