This 3D animated movie features the voices of Will Arnett, Zach Galifianakis, Michael Cera, Rosario Dawson, Mariah Carey and many others. (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Age 7+
Clever, creative, action-packed adventure/toy ad.
Like 2014’s “The Lego Movie,” “The Lego Batman Movie” is clever, creative and funny, with nonstop action. It’s a little darker/edgier than its predecessor — there are tons of bad guys, battles, explosions, bombs, weapons, destruction and general mayhem. But because it’s all made out of Legos, there’s zero gore, and very little is permanently damaged (lots of things are put back together in a literal snap). Still, the main characters are constantly in peril, which could upset some younger/more sensitive kids, and one key character momentarily seems headed for a more serious end. Words like “butt,” “loser” and “sucks” are used, and there’s a little flirting, plus humor related to Dick/Robin’s preference to go without pants when wearing his costume — but nothing gets too risqué. Batman is forced to give himself a pretty hard look over the course of the movie, eventually realizing that he can’t do everything by himself and that working with a team/having a family is more fun and fulfilling than going it alone (no matter how awesome your pecs are). As with all Lego movies, shows and games, it also serves as a feature-length toy ad — but you may not care, since you’ll be laughing so hard. (104 minutes)
BE MY VALENTINE, CHARLIE BROWN (UNRATED)
Streaming/TV
Age 3+
Peanuts classic sings the Valentine’s Day blues.
“Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown” (1975) focuses on the disappointments and frustrations of Valentine’s Day with sophistication and humor. Even though the Peanuts characters pine after unrequited love, the action and dialogue is handled with such a deft touch that it feels uplifting. And the humor is universal enough to entertain the youngest viewers and parents alike. There’s less use of insult language in this one than in many other classic Peanuts specials. (30 minutes)
Via iTunes. Airing on ABC on Friday at 8 p.m.
TANGLED (PG)
Streaming
Age 5+
Fantastic, romantic princess adventure is fun, with great messages.
“Tangled” (2010) is a reimagining of the classic Rapunzel tale and a Disney “princess” movie that’s sure to entertain boys and girls. Rapunzel (voiced by Mandy Moore) isn’t the typical princess in need of rescuing; she does her fair share of saving Flynn Rider (Zachary Levi) — who’s no Prince Charming. There’s a lot of romantic chemistry between them (flirting, gazing and eventually hand-holding, embracing and a kiss or two), as well as a couple of creepy scenes in which the youthful-looking Mother Gothel uses her beauty to lure men to do what she wants. Expect some nearly constant cartoon violence — one character dies, another one nearly dies after being pierced by a knife, and there are plenty of last-minute escapes from arrows, horse-mounted soldiers, fire, etc. Characters are hit on the head with a frying pan and kicked in the head; others hold knives and spears in threatening ways. The movie’s messages about girl power and seeing beyond appearances are positive and inspiring. Kids will learn that we all have dreams, and we should do everything we can to make them come true. (100 minutes)
Via iTunes and Amazon Video.
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