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I love the creativity of the TV series, Jane. It teaches kids about the importance of protecting our environment and puts a new twist on answering the question, "How are we going to save them?" Each episode features an animal and explains why it is important to the Earth.
This show is about a girl named Jane (Ava Louise Murchison), who is passionate about saving endangered species and the environment. Her idol is f... read more
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Henry Danger: The Movie is entertaining with its compelling action-filled plot, character development and humor. It has gorgeous costumes and intricate and unique sets that are enhanced with outstanding special effects.
The storyline follows Superhero Henry Hart (Jace Norman), also known as Kid Danger, and is a sidekick to Captain Man (Cooper Barnes) who leaves him behind in Swellview as he goes in search of a new ... read more
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Weathered: Inside The LA Firestorm is a powerful documentary that frankly broke my heart, but left me inspired and touched. Its emotional context, spotlight on fire responders, and its insight into the happenings of the LA fires make the documentary a crucial watch for everyone.
Weathered: Inside The LA Firestorm documents the tragic Los Angeles fires that devastated the city in January of 2025. Hosted by Maiya May... read more
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I very much enjoyed the animated film, Run, Tiger Run! This film has great graphics and amazing storytelling that kept me at the edge of my seat. Plus, the voice acting is amazing and adds much depth to the well-animated characters. I super love movies that have me holding my belly, laughing, and this movie definitely did that.
This film is set in ancient China and follows a boy named Tiger (Hayley Nelson) who work... read more
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I really enjoyed the show Be@rbrick with its adorable animation, sophisticated concept, and great music. This show has such cohesive elements making it highly entertaining.
The show features Jasmine Finch (Brianna Fynch) and her bandmates following their aspirations and encouraging the rest of town to do the same. However, in a society where everyone's career is chosen for them by being 'painted on' at high school ... read more
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The Penguin Lessons is a heartwarming and inspiring movie that I absolutely love! It tells a touching story of friendship and personal growth, with a perfect mix of humor, adventure, and emotion. The beautiful setting, great acting, and meaningful message make this film a must-watch.
This storyline follows Tom Michell (Steve Coogan), a British teacher who moves to Argentina in the 1970s to work at a prestigious boa... read more
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O'Dessa is an interesting film with immersive visuals and cinematography, good acting, but unfortunately, the plot falls a bit short. While there are strong performances, especially from Sadie Sink and Kevin Harrison Jr., the film feels subpar in its execution.
The film is set in a dystopian future where O'Dessa (Sadie Sink) is in search of her guitar which belonged to her father and meant everything to her. She tr... read more
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Snow White is a beautiful retelling of a classic film. It has catchy music and amazing acting, while also presenting an incredibly creative story. An amazingly talented cast and gorgeous sets makes it feel truly magical.
Based on the 1937 classic Disney animated film, the story follows Snow White (Rachel Zegler), a princess who was hidden away by her stepmother, the Evil Queen (Gal Gadot), after her father left. Af... read more
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Last Breath was a bit of a disappointment that didn't get me emotionally connected to the characters until the end. Although the production values are high, the character development falls short.
The film is based on a true story about experienced deep-sea divers fighting the harsh weather to save a crewmate stuck hundreds of feet below the ocean's surface. It relates the story of a serious saturation diving accide... read more
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What happens when Daffy Duck and Porky Pig have to save the world from an alien invasion? A whole lot of chaos, laughter, and classic Looney Tunes fun! This film is loaded with new content, delivered in Looney Tunes fashion that I really enjoyed!
The storyline follows the wacky adventures of Daffy Duck (Eric Bauza) and Porky Pig (Eric Bauza) straight from the mind of producer (Peter Browngardt), who try to stop al... read more
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Night of the Zoopocalypse is an extremely entertaining and cute sci-fi movie with amazing build-up. It has an interesting story and likeable characters, which allows the viewer to become invested in the situation.
The story takes place in a zoo, where Gracie, a wolf (Gabbi Kosmidis) and Dan, a mountain lion (David Harbour) are forced to team up when a meteor turns animals into zombies. They, and the other survivors... read more
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The Ballad of Wallis Island is a unique film that I absolutely loved. Its wonderful performances, unconventional story, and heartfelt themes make The Ballad of Wallis Island a stellar drama.
The Ballad of Wallis Island follows the famed singer and songwriter Herb McGwyer (Tom Basden) as he travels to a secluded island for a gig. Hired to perform for two-time lottery winner Charles (Tim Key), Herb is forced not only... read more
Run Tiger Run * A Riveting Animated Film Packed With Action, Lovable Characters And A Terrific Soundtrack
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What a lovely film Above the Tamarind Tree is. I enjoyed the story, particularly the resolution. It's enjoyable to watch and suitable for younger children as well as older ones.
The story follows a young girl from Qatar whose precious necklace is stolen by a mischievous parrot. She chases the bird into the wilds, and up a tree trying to recover her beloved possession.
An introverted Qatari girl ventures into a wi... read more
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I really like Hitch 60 because it's set in the 60s and has a vintage vibe, which I love. Its plot is captivating also.
The story is about two friends, ages 15 and 16, who dream of venturing into the Middle East, and tell their stories today of their experiences from that time. It is based on the story of the director's British mother when she was 17.
The film's plot is very interesting and it connects generations... read more
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Compassion. That's what this film shares with us in the way this young man is concerned for his school mate.
The story follows two boys who are waiting after school for their parents to pick them up and apparently, it is not unusual for their parents to be late. The plot twist at the end is everything.
This is a well-produced film that in 3 minutes makes a big statement about compassion and kindness. The camera w... read more
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I simply fell in love with this animated short, in part because of the way it looks but also because of its message, which is so poignant at this time when children refugees have to adapt to new environments and new cultures.
The animated story, narrated by a child, follows a group of penguins who are learning how to swim with their clothes on.
These penguins represent young children who have come to the Netherla... read more
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I like Sunday Special for many reasons. I like the humor, the setting in India and learning about some cultural traditions.
There is a national holiday in India called Gandhi Jayanti that celebrates the country's independence, and all shops, especially meat shops are closed to observe the holiday. However, a girl finds out that she can't have chicken with her curry for weekly tradition on Sundays. She decides that ... read more
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I was impressed by this short film from Poland and its focus on providing entertaining and informative content to young kids. It's bright and fun, while teaching kids about how to take care of their eyes. The dialogue is in Polish, with English subtitles, which makes it complicated for its intended audience to watch. However, we were informed that an English dubbed version is on the way, so that would make this fit t... read more
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Earthworms is an interesting Earth related short film with a compelling storyline. It delivers a good sci-fi adventure that anyone who enjoys learning things about Earth will appreciate.
The storyline follows a Martian girl who steals a spaceship and travels to Earth to find life but almost everything is gone. She only finds a teenage boy and the two of them interact in a way that changes both their lives.
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I like The Journey Of Sava because it is about a kid and for a kid which makes it fun and interactive to watch.
The film is about a curious boy named Sava who moved from Ukraine to Brazil due to the war in his country. Sava lives together with his mother and sister and, despite what he has been through and the effects of moving away from his home, he demonstrates strength and courage. He goes on an adventure full o... read more
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I enjoyed The Mountain, Fast and Slow. It is a sweet short film from Taiwan by Guan-yu Chen that awakens our awareness of a rural family in Taiwan. The interaction of the two children with their environment gives us insight into what life is like in this culture.
This short film follows two young children, Yun-Yun and Xu-Xu exploring the world around them in the mountains of central Taiwan. We watch them as they h... read more
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The Water Network of the Earth is a very interesting documentary. Although it tells the story of the water conservancy system in Taoyuan, Taiwan, it also introduces the local history and the gods they worship. What's more interesting is that the water conservancy system provides a link for communication and integration between villages.
The documentary mainly focuses on the unique geographical and historical charac... read more
RUN TIGER RUN
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SNOW WHITE (2025)
