Movie Review: 'I Still Believe'
The tragic yet redemptive story of Christian musician Jeremy Camp, whose wife is dying of ovarian cancer.
Movie Review: 'Sonic the Hedgehog'
Sonic the Hedgehog arrives on Earth through a portal, but a dastardly villain tries to steal his superspeed powers.
Movie Review: 'Doolittle'
Eccentric doctor who talks to animals travels to a faraway island in search of a mysterious plant-based cure for Queen Victoria in 19th-century England.
Movie Review: 'Cats'
Based on the popular Broadway musical, "Cats" is about people who are made to look like feline creatures.
Movie Review: 'Frozen 2'
'Frozen 2' brings back Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf the snowman and Sven the reindeer—from the snow-capped city of Arendelle in Norway
Movie Review: 'Playing With Fire'
Firefighters discover that children are as unpredictable as fires when three youngsters join them for the week.
Movie Review: 'Addam's Family'
They’re creepy, kooky, mysterious, spooky and just in time for Halloween.
Movie Review: 'Abominable'
Three children unlock their inner bravery as they help a mystical creature return to his home.
Movie Review: 'Angry Birds 2'
The Angry Birds team up with the Green Pigs in order to dismantle a super weapon that is launching giant ice balls.
Movie Review: 'Dora and the Lost City of Gold'
It's the adventure of a lifetime as Dora, Diego and Boots go on a quest to find the lost Incan city of gold.
Movie Review: 'Lion King'
Simba the lion cub is destined to be a mighty king from the moment he’s born, but it isn't easy walking in his father's footsteps.
Movie Review: 'Spider-Man: Far From Home'
On a field trip to Europe, high school student Peter Parker goes undercover as Spider-Man to fight water and fire monsters from another universe.
Movie Review: 'Toy Story 4'
Sheriff Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Little Bo Peep and a new toy friend named Forky embark on a road trip adventure.
Movie Review: 'Godzilla: King of the Monsters'
A three-headed monster dragon named Ghidorah tries to overthrow Godzilla as the king of the titans.
Movie Review: 'Secret Life of Pets 2'
It's funny what our pets do when we're not around. In this sequel, we'll see how far they go to protect their family and friends.
Movie Review: 'Aladdin'
It's a dream come true when Aladdin finds a magic lamp with a genie who grants him three wishes.
Movie Review: 'Pokemon Detective Pikachu'
When a police detective dies in a car crash, his pet Pikachu survives and sets out to unravel the mystery of what really happened.
Movie Review: 'Ugly Dolls'
A pink doll named Moxy dreams of being treasured and loved by a child, in spite of her flaws.
Movie Review: 'Shazam'
14-year-old Billy Batson becomes a superhero by shouting out one word: Shazam!
Movie Review: 'Missing Link'
A British explorer discovers Bigfoot and takes him on a quest around the world to reunite with his Yeti relatives.
Movie Review: 'Dumbo'
A rundown circus attracts sell-out crowds with Dumbo the flying elephant. The plot is almost the same as the 1941 cartoon, but this mature and edgy film has no talking animals.
Movie Review: 'Wonderpark'
A spunky little girl uses love and light to save her beloved amusement park from being taken over by chimpanzombies.
Movie Review: 'How to Train Your Dragon 3: Inner World'
The third movie in the "How to Train Your Dragon" series offers stunning detail and a heartwarming message about friendship.
Movie Review: 'Stan and Ollie'
A story of friendship and perseverance between Stan Laurel and Ollie Hardy, legendary comedians of the late 1930's.
Movie Reviews for Parents
When Hollywood puts out movies, you never know what you are going to get. Nicky VanValkenburgh gives insight on underlying messages and motives on new movies, plus the scary, silly and sarcastic for know-before-you-go guidance to help parents decide if a movie is right for their family.
About Nicky VanValkenburgh
Nicky VanValkenburgh is a wife and mother with two teenage sons. She has been reviewing movies for more than 25 years. By reading this blog, you will discover the plot or storyline of current movies, as well as insights on sex and nudity, violence, and foul language.
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