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On DVD: "The Confession" is Beautiful But Bewildering

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:33:29 PST

Katie Lapp is a young girl raised in an Amish family, who has recently entered the modern world to search for her biological mother.

Tired Action Scenes Aside, "Man of Steel" is Serious, Substantial

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:12:42 PST

When compared to most summer blockbusters and superhero movies, Man of Steel offers a superior balance of substance and style.

"Man of Steel" Gives Us a Superman for the Ages

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:54:04 PST

he filmmakers of Man of Steel hope to bring Superman’s story to a whole new generation of superhero fans who are accustomed to a more gritty kind of hero.

Don't Wait for Tomorrow to See "Not Today"

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:29:20 PST

In a summer of bloated blockbusters, this is one of the few movies everyone should see because of the message it sends: slavery is real.

Lewd Humor Tarnishes "The Internship's" Underdog Story

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:15:50 PST

If you can tear your eyes from the geeked-out Google campus long enough to ponder the plot, you’ll realize you've seen this story before.

Clever 'Gotcha' Not Enough to See "Now You See Me"

Fri, 31 May 2013 07:54:10 PST

Plays like a movie equivalent of a CBS procedural: high in concept, production artifice, and plot holes, while low in character depth.

Sixth Time Has Charm in "Fast & Furious" Series

Thu, 30 May 2013 12:37:21 PST

For those who like to celebrate summer with a good action film, this is the place to start: humor, tension, non-stop action and more.

"Epic" Never Quite Lives Up to Its Name

Fri, 24 May 2013 07:42:19 PST

With such a title, the bar is immediately set too high for what’s a fairly conventional good vs. evil battle with spectacular visuals.

Ironically, "Into Darkness" is Too Light on Meaningful Ideas

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:02:24 PST

There's enough action to enjoy it, but this new Star Trek installment continues to show unfulfilled promise and a lack of strong themes.

How Great is "The Great Gatsby?"

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:13:49 PST

Some will find that this fresh-faced Baz Luhrmann/Leonardo DiCaprio movie infuses the classic book with new life. But is it a great Gatsby? Only our PluggedIn movie review team can tell you for sure!

Heart, Humor Converge in "Iron Man's" Best Chapter Yet

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:23:03 PST

While some comic book movies become lazy and predictable, genuine surprises and character development keep Iron Man 3 from growing stale.

Love Theme Emerges Clear as "Mud"

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 08:27:57 PST

Director Jeff Nichols effectively blends genres, numerous subplots and character dynamics – and does so with emotional weight and power.

As a Major Movie, "Oblivion" Fades

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:03:08 PST

Here and there, we see the glimpse of a great movie that could have been, but nothing—beyond the visuals and Cruise himself— are truly memorable.

"Home Run" is a Grand Slam for Family Values

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:24:01 PST

Addiction is messy business, but deliverance is possible for those who humble themselves and turn to God for help. That's the core message in Home Run, a baseball movie only in construct. Catch the movie review from Focus on the Family's Plugged In.

"42" is a Home Run

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:30:21 PST

42 is a compelling portrayal of the life and career of Jackie Robinson, who helped shatter America's color barrier.

"The Host" Feeds on Two Hours of Your Time

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:27:23 PST

If this sci-fi/romance mash-up is representative of the current state of either genre, those genres are in big trouble.

Melodrama Hampers Anything Positive about "Temptation"

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:16:56 PST

Good intentions aside, Temptation is a racy presentation (complete with marital fallout) of infidelity in marriage. Who in your family can see it? Find out more in our movie review!

"G.I. Joe: Retaliation" is a No Brainer - Literally

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:40:08 PST

Mindless boomery and villainous cartoonery? G.I. Joe is back on the big screen, and Dwayne Johnson and Bruce Willis lend their brawn to boom this time around. Focus on the Family's Plugged In has this review!

Fascinating "Admission" Makes the Grade

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:50:20 PST

While most of the marketing suggests that it’s a charming romantic comedy with two likeable leads, that’s really only half of the story.

"The Croods" is Fun and Charming

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:02:37 PST

You wouldn't want to live with the Croods. But spending a couple hours with them? That might actually make for a pretty nice visit.

"The Incredible Burt Wonderstone" Isn't

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:31:47 PST

Unfortunately, this little comedy doesn't have a lot of incredible up its sleeves. Is it safe for your family? Find out with this review from Focus on the Family's Plugged In!

Money Saving Moment: Save BIG at the Movies!

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 15:17:10 PST

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"Oz the Great and Powerful" is Not Grandma's Wizard of Oz

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:18:36 PST

This is not your grandma's "Wizard of Oz"! That's the refrain being sung about this non-musical reimagining. But could there possibly be more to this one than there is to that one? And is that "more" most obvious in good ways...or bad?

"Snitch" Stretches Family Values

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:24:03 PST

Dwayne Johnson turns in his "Tooth Fairy" wings to tackle the violent world of the underground drug trade...and the way our justice system interacts with it. Is this stretch for the actor family-friendly? Check out our review from Focus on the Family's Plugged In!

"Escape from Planet Earth" is Surprisingly Entertaining

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:24:06 PST

The premise is well-worn and far from original, but the execution of this family-focused story has a few flashes of brilliance.