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LAUGHING PIZZA - LIVE - LITTLE BEAN FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY, AGES 5-8
Description - This "docu-concert" for families takes viewers behind the scenes and on stage with the family band, Laughing Pizza. Tells the story of Billy, Lisa and Emily through music and interviews. The live performance was filmed at the Scholastic Theater.
Runtime: 47 minutes Juror Recommended Age: - Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: DVD

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MITSY'S MAGNIFICENT MAKEOVER
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MITSY'S MAGNIFICENT MAKEOVER - BUZZYFUNNY PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Description - When Mitsy is humiliated by the popular new girl at school, her life is nearly ruined. But when her only remaining friend discovers a diabolical plot hatched by the new girl's mother, she learns that "fitting in" is not the same as true friendship.
Runtime: 41 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99 Media: DVD

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OPEN SEASON 2 (HDNET)

OPEN SEASON 2 (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12, ANIMATION
Description - Elliot must put wedding planning on hold and first rescue Mr. Weenie, who is captured by pampered pets.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Our furry friends awaken from hibernation just in time for Elliot and Giselle's spring wedding. But in the middle of the ceremony Elloit, voiced by John McHale, gets cold feet. He thinks Mr. Weenie, voiced by Cody Cameron, is being captured by an evil women, who in actuality is his former owner. Giselle suggest putting the wedding on hold to search for Mr. Weenie. Elliot and the rest of the forest gang agree. So they set out on a dangerous and exciting quest to find their friend. My favorite characters are Fifi voiced by Crispin Glover because even though he is small in size. He has a big "I'm in charge" attitude. I also like Giselle, voiced by Jan Krakowski, because she is pretty, graceful, smart and a great tracker. My favorite scene is when Giselle and McSquizzy disguise themselves as dogs to sneak into Pet Paradiso. That is brilliant! I rate this movie 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this movie to kids of all ages. Because it is funny and it has a silly plot. Watch Open Season 2 all month on HDNet movies KidScence. Ny'Asia Bell, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic
Runtime: 76 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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MILE IN HIS SHOES - VIVENDI ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12
Description - Only a miracle can help baseball coach Arthur 'Murph' Murphy (Dean Cain) and his losing minor league baseball team. As Murph sets out to recruit new talent for the team, he stumbles upon Mickey (Luke Schroder), a young farmer with an incredible pitcher's arm. However, Mickey's parents are reluctant in allowing him to join the team because he has Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism. Murph convinces Mickey's parents that life in the minor league will benefit their unique son, but he doesn't realize just how much his new recruit will help the team s game and, more importantly, their spirit. Based on a true story, Thomas Kinknade Presents: A Mile in His Shoes is an inspirational film that celebrates faith, determination and the power of friendship.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - When I was first sitting down to watch this, I thought "Oh please, don't be as bad as I think it's going to be!" But that was unfair because, first of all I didn't know anything about it, and second of all it really is a very good movie. The film is about an autistic farm boy who has Asperger's syndrome, and he likes to feed his pigs by throwing apples into a tub that is nailed sideways to a tree so his pigs can eat smashed apples. A baseball coach sees him doing that, so he has the kid try it with a real baseball and the kid throws the ball so hard that it goes straight through the tub. The baseball coach realizes that this kid is a natural pitcher, so he recruits the kid whose name is Mickey. Much of the movie is about his troubles communicating with the world outside the farm, functioning in society. Luke Schroder played Mickey in this, and I was very surprised when I went onto IMDB.com to find that there was really nothing on him. Then I realized that this movie was filmed just last year (2011), so this was probably his first film. But, I have absolutely no doubt whatsoever that he is going to be a gigantic star. He was so incredibly wonderful in this role. He doesn't have much to his credit yet, but he will. I liked the way that they showed things through Mickey's eyes. I don't have Asperger's, but they showed it in a way that gave you a better idea of what it's like to have Asperger's, and look around and comprehend what's happening. I think that was very well done. I'd have to say that the age range is pretty much 8 to 12 or even older. Very small kids might not like it because there's a lot of talkig, although some of the stuff that Mickey says is very funny. All in all, I'd have to give this a five out of five stars, because this was really a wonderful movie. This is something I'd recommend to friends. It's very good. Sam Connan reviewing "A Mile in his Shoes" for KIDS FIRST!
Runtime: 91 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-15 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: DVD

LITTLE ANGELS: ANIMALS - TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this fun-filled DVD, you'll meet many of the wonderful animals that live on our planet. Hayley the angel of animals has so many friends she wants you to meet, and so many bible stories to tell � from Noah's Arc to David & Goliath and more!
Runtime: 33 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: DVD

LITTLE ANGELS: ABC'S - TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this episode, with the help of their new angel friends, Alex and Zoe learn all the letters in the alphabet. As they move from A to Z, the twins also discover the importance of sharing, forgiveness and trusting that God loves them!
Runtime: 32 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: DVD

NIM'S ISLAND (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION
Description - When a girl's father goes missing on a magical island ruled by imagination, she must recruit the help of her favorite author to find him and conquer Nim's Island.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Abigail Breslin (Little Miss Sunshine) and her adventures in the tropics as a precocious yet self-sufficient 11-year-old, will have every kid wanting a zip line installed in the backyard. Nim and her Dad (Gerard Butler), a famous scientist live an idyllic life on a secluded island somewhere in the South Pacific that they refer to as "our own perfect secret world." Clearly, that's the way they want to keep it. Nim's best friends are a lizard and a sea lion named Selkie. She pours over books about her favorite literary hero/adventurer - Alex Rover.
The scene shifts when Nim utters the words, "when my Dad gets back" as he takes off for a four day trip on his sailboat in search of protozoan. A terrific storm blows in unexpectedly and when her father doesn't return, Nim's life goes topsy turvy as she ponders her fate and that of her missing Dad. She reaches out to her hero for help, unaware that the author of her favorite adventures books is Alexandra Rover (Jodi Foster). While her fans think she's the swashbuckling hero of her adventure novels, the truth is Alexandra is a wuss with a crippling fear of leaving her own house - if even to go to the mailbox. All that changes with an email exchange with Nim and her fictional character, Alex Rover eggs her on and go to Nim's rescue. She somehow rises to the challenge but not easily.
What I enjoyed about this film is how the action/adventure/fantasy/Indiana Jones theme has a girl hero. One of the current favorite TV shows for our KIDS FIRST! jurors is Flight 29 Down. I believe the same audience will love this.
Directed by Mark Levin and Jennifer Flackett who also brought us "Little Manhattan," it brings out the best of young actress, Abigail Breslin. Miss Breslin's portrayal of Nim is charming, captivating and fun. Jodi Foster's performance captures her comedic qualities but doesn't have the same stickiness as her co-star. Gerard Butler's (P.S. I Love You) performance as both Dad and Alex Rover demands little of the actor beyond his eminent good looks.
This is a great film for tweens who will resonate with an adventure of their peers. There are two issues that make me not give this the highest scores for KIDS FIRST! First, are the scenes of Dad and Alexandria in the ocean without life vests. In real life, neither of these characters would have survived their ordeals in the turbulent seas without life vests and it's inappropriate to even suggest that they would not be wearing them at the first hint of bad weather. The other objection is inappropriate treatment of animals. When Nim is protecting her island from an onslaught of dim-witted tourists, she catapults reptiles onto the beach. Ug. I can hear the animal activist scream in the back of my head. It's not a big enough deal to diss the movie but enough to mention.
My summary: A perfect action fantasy for tweens, where young Abigail Breslin captures your heart along with your imagination.
Runtime: 96 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D
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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D - DISNEY FEATURE FILMS
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12, ANIMATION
Description - Belle is a girl who is dissatisfied with life in a small provincial French town, constantly trying to fend off the misplaced "affections" of conceited Gaston. The Beast is a prince who was placed under a spell because he could not love. A wrong turn taken by Maurice, Belle's father, causes the two to meet.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This movie is being re-released in theaters in 3D! It was very cool to see this in 3D since I had already seen this movie at home in 2D. The 3D effects add a lot to the movie. This movie is all about Belle who finds out her father was taken by a Beast and she sets out to save him. She decides to take her father's place as the Beast's prisoner so that her father can go free. Belle will have to stay at the castle for the rest of her life. Belle starts to get to know the Beast and realizes he isn't so and after all. There is an enchantment on the castle and if the Beast doesn't learn to love another and have that person return the love then he will stay a Beast forever and everyone in the castle will also stay the way they are. Some of the main characters in the movie are Belle, Belle's father, the Beast and Gaston. My favorite character is Chip. He is Mrs. Potts son and he is a little teacup. I like him because he is super funny and so tiny and cute. At the end he says a really funny catchphrase to make people laugh. Chip says, "Do I still have to sleep in the cupboard?" even though he already turned back into a boy. I thought that was really funny. The re-release of this movie in 3D is really cool. You can really feel like you can reach out and touch the trees and the castle in the movie. The Beast in 3D is pretty scary at first (scarier in 3D than he was in 2D). Also, when they sing "Be Our Guest" that whole scene is really cool because all the dishes and silverware are singing and dancing and that looks really cool in 3D. During the fight scene at the end of the movie when the townspeople break into the castle the clock is coming down the stairs it looks like he is flying right at me. They do really good job. I recommend this movie for all ages because the scary parts in the movie aren't that bad. The Beast may scare some younger kids but only for a minute and throughout the movie they learn that he is really nice after all. It is also really funny. Go out and see the re-release of Disney's Beauty and the Beast in 3D on January 13th. Anthony Aranda, Age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 84 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 7-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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HEALTHIER HAPPIER LIFE SKILLS: RELATIONSHIPS: LOVE SONGS FOR OUR CHILDREN
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HEALTHIER HAPPIER LIFE SKILLS: RELATIONSHIPS: LOVE SONGS FOR OUR CHILDREN - PENNIE SEMPELL & CO
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8, ANIMATION
Description - In a music-rich, animated environment, children learn strategies for handling feelings, responsibility and social well-being. Lively Q&A and hit songs engage children in a world of wellness and language arts learning in a fun radio show format.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Deals with emotions and feelings on a young child's level. Children will enjoy the songs and the fun Q&A forum. With young children it would be good to show the lessons individually, and use it as a teaching tool. I like that the lyrics showed up so older kids could sing along. Visually it's a bit lacking. Loved the menu access! You can play each lesson and/or song individually. Can be used to motivate children to understand body language, cooperation, conflict resolution and to be more caring. The songs are fun and entertaining, but the best part is that it shows positive ways for young children to learn to express their feelings
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Younger children were glued to the screen. Some of the older kids did think the songs were cool, though they were too old for the content. Found it strange that there were just photos of people so they didn't move their mouths when they spoke. Kids discussed ways that they could help their community. Young kids sang along and seemed to really be taking in the information. The section on body language was the favorite for most. "I learned a lot about feelings."
Runtime: 50 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 3-7 Suggested Retail Price: $ 29 Media: DVD ISBN # 978-0-9624135-6-8

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MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS
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MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS - TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX FILM CORPORATION
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12
Description - The life of a businessman begins to change after he inherits six penguins, and as he transforms his apartment into a winter wonderland, his professional side starts to unravel.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I love this movie a lot because it is really funny and a little bit crazy! This movie is all about Mr. Popper, played by Jim Carrey, whose father passes away and leaves him six penguins. After Mr. Popper's son and daughter come over, they name the six penguins; Stinky, Bitey, Nimrod, Lovey, Captain, and Loudy. Three of the penguins lay one egg each and one of the eggs doesn't make it. Mr. Popper did everything he could to help the egg survive but it didn't work. Later, the penguins get stolen by someone at the zoo. They plan to separate the babies from the older penguins. Mr. Popper goes into the zoo, frees the penguins, and traps the people that stole the penguins. Some of the main characters in the movie are Mr. Popper, the six penguins, Janie and Billy. My favorite character is Mr. Popper because he takes care of the penguins throughout the movie even though sometimes he doesn't want to. He is also a really funny character; sometimes he goes nuts when he gets really mad. My favorite part in the movie is when Mr. Popper opens up his shower door and a whole bunch of water comes rushing out because Captain had filled the whole shower up. Mr. Popper is pushed towards the stairs and had to hang on because the water is pushing him over. Then Captain comes over and poops in his face which caused Mr. Popper to fall. It was hilarious!! I would recommend this movie for all ages because it is super funny and there was no violence or parts that would scare anyone. This movie is a good movie because it helps to show the importance of family. Go out and buy this movie when it comes out on Blu-ray and DVD on December 6th. Anthony Aranda, age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic
Runtime: 94 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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NORTH (HDNET)
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NORTH (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12
Description - A young boy named North wishes to leave his negligent mother and father, but must first travel the world to find parents that will truly care for him.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - North is the story of a young boy named North, played by Elijah Wood, who is the best at everything he does, but he is convinced that his parents don't appreciate him enough. With the help of his new lawyer, played by Jon Lovitz, he sets out into the world to find new parents. This wacky comedy is perfect for the whole family. I was extremely impressed with the crisp cinematography and the wonderfully clear visuals. This film was made in 1994 and is of outstanding quality. My favorite scenes are when North goes around auditioning all the parents that want him, because the families always seem perfect, but there is a hidden twist behind them all. My favorite character is North, played by Elijah Wood, because he is so funny and outgoing, plus I love him in Lord of the Rings and even as a child, he is a fantastic actor. I give this film 5 out of 5 stars because my seven-year-old brother loves it, my mom loves it and I'm fourteen and love it too! I suggest this film for ages 7 and up because of very mild language and just a few intense situations towards the end of the film. Raven Devanney, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 87 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 7-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

GIGGLEBELLIES MUSICAL ADVENTURES VOLUME 2, THE - 3D MAGIC FACTORY
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Description - Thirteen animated music videos that take your little ones on more whimsical adventures in this highly anticipated sequel. Featuring a blend of popular traditional children's songs that have that GiggleBelly twist, and fun original GiggleBellie tunes.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Vivid colors, music and dancing, make this appealing. Characters are bright and bouncy and songs have a good beat that make you want to dance. A new spin on some familiar songs makes kids take the time to listen to the lyrics. A great tool for breaking the ice on a play date. Your child will jump off the couch and start dancing and laughing, and you might just join in.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I like the animals and colors." Kids want to watch it over again. They like to sing along and they all danced. "It was awesome." "My friends will like it because it is nice." It is hard to even get the kids to talk about the DVD, they just want to keep on singing.
Runtime: 32 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: DVD

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BEDKNOBS AND BROOMSTICKS (HDNET)
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BEDKNOBS AND BROOMSTICKS (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION AND LIVE ACTION
Description - In defense of WWII Britain, three children and an apprentice witch search for the missing component of a magic spell.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Bedknobs and Broomsticks is a classic 1971 film about 3 children who are sent from London to the country side during the war. They end up in the care of the adoring Ms. Price, who just happens to be a level one apprentice witch in training. Together Ms. Price and the children travel to magical lands with the help of a flying bed and an enchanted bedknob. I thought this movie was fantastic. I remember watching this film at a younger age and it provided great entertainment for our latest family movie night. I think it's really cool how they mixed live action with cartoons in some of the scenes on the magical island to create a fun whimsical effect. My favorite character is Ms. Price played by the lovely Angela Lansbury because she is a very strong leading lady and a wonderful addition to the children's lives. My favorite scene is when they visit the ocean floor beneath the magical island because that is the scene that I remember most when I look back at my memories of this film. I also really enjoyed the scene when everyone sings Portabella Road because all the dancing becomes quite comical. I give Bedknobs and Broomsticks 4 out of 5 stars because it is a great film for family movie night. Raven Devanney, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 117 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-15 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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FERNGULLY: THE LAST RAINFOREST (HDNET)

FERNGULLY: THE LAST RAINFOREST (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12, ANIMATED
Description - When a young fairy accidentally shrinks a distracted construction worker down to her size, the worker helps save the fairy's forest from the demolition that lies ahead.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Heightens concern about environmental issues. Music and animation are delightful. Promotes compassion for living things. Forest creatures are respectful of one another. Lumberjacks are stereotyped as careless.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fern Gully is an animated family film that was one of my favorites growing up. I think that this movie is still very enjoyable for me even now that I'm older. It tells the story of the last rain forest called Fern Gully that is inhabited by fairies. An evil creature called Hexes begins to destroy the forest and the fairies must team up with all of the beings in the forest to defeat Hexes and keep their home safe. I think Fern Gully has some very good messages about protecting the environment. When I was younger, around 5 or 6, I remember being frightened by some of the more intense situations in this film involving the deforestation. My favorite character is definitely Batty, voiced by the comic genius Robin Williams. Batty is a crazy bat that has a wild variety of personalities and Robin Williams does a phenomenal job portraying this character. My favorite scene is when you meet Batty for the first time because you get a taste of his hilarious qualities. I give Fern Gully 4 out of 5 stars because it is a wonderful family film no matter what the age groups might be. Raven Devanney, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 76 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 6-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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LIKE MIKE (HDNET)

LIKE MIKE (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 12-18
Description - When orphan Calvin finds old shoes with the letters MJ fading on the side, he is transformed into a basketball powerhouse with skills that lead to the NBA.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Like Mike tells the story of Calvin, a 13-year-old orphan who likes playing basketball. He's given a pair of sneakers that were supposedly worn by Michael Jordan, and when he wears them he plays wizardly on the basketball court. He gets tickets to a basketball game and wins a rare chance to flaunt his moves on the court. The Knights team is impressed and takes him as a player, and Calvin forms a bond with one of the basketball players. Despite his fame, Calvin feels lonely without a family. Will he find one? Although the plot of the movie is predictable, it's a lighthearted and amusing family film. I recommend this movie to kids 6 and up because the storyline is very easy to follow, and will appeal to more kids around this age group. Watch Like Mike all month on HDNet movies at kidScene! Raven Devanney, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. I just finished watching "Like Mike," and I like it. It's about an orphan boy who receives Michael Jordan's sneakers from when he was a kid, and when he puts these sneakers on he's amazing at basketball. He draws the lucky ticket to go one on one with the star of a basketball team and he smokes this guy, so obviously the star doesn't like him very much, but everybody is amazed by him, so he's recruited into the NBA. This movie is about the chaos of a 4 foot 8 inch 13 year old in the NBA. It's also about his search for a family. You might think that this is just a one joke movie, it's really not. This movie is good for all ages. The music was good. I'm not really into that retro hip hop sort of thing, but it was very well done. I give it three out of five stars because you can watch it more than once. "Like Mike" is one of the quality family films on HDNet at Kid's Scene on mornings and Friday nights. Sam Connan, Age 13, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 99 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE (HDNET)

ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5
Description - When a friendly game of tug of war accidentally sends Elmo's favorite blanket to faraway Grouchland, Elmo summons all of his courage to retrieve it.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent production quality. Holds interest from start to finish. Combines compelling music with friendly characters who makes the audience feel like they're part of the action. There is a continuous sense that everyone is looking out for Elmo.
Runtime: 73 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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JIMMY NEUTRON BOY GENIUS (HDNET)
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JIMMY NEUTRON BOY GENIUS (HDNET) - HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12 ANIMATION
Description - When all parents on Earth are kidnapped by aliens, it is up to Jimmy and his friends to save the day and bring the grownups home.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Hilarious kid-oriented sci-fi spoof. Splashy, snappy and fun. Ingenious animation and clever humor. Action-packed beginning, cute follow-up at the end. Kids reveling in a day of parental absence tend to be sophomoric, but learn a good lesson.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Are you a fan of the TV series Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius? If you are, then you'll definitely enjoy the movie. As Jimmy Neutron sees a shooting star fall down, he and his friends wish for their parents to disappear, and their wish comes true! Aliens abduct all of the parents in Jimmy's town, so all of the kids go out of control because they can do whatever they want now. But after a day of going crazy, all of the kids end up missing their parents. Will Jimmy find a way to rescue everyone's parents? Although I am not exactly the target audience for the movie, I still found some of the silly jokes funny. The movie is also action-packed, and the plot is easy to comprehend with messages relevant to kids like it's difficult to be independent without your parents' guidance, but more generally, be careful for what you wish for. The animation is very lively, with vivid and bright colors to accentuate the mood of the movie. I recommend this movie to kids 5 and up, but more to tweens because of its sense of humor. But even so, it is an amusing family film that all ages can enjoy. Watch Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius all month on HDNet movies at kidScene! Credit: Gabriella Chu, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. This movie was pretty good. It had a lot of the characters from the show on TV but I wish they would have included more of the characters from the TV show. The movie is about Jimmy Neutron who wishes on a falling star that all parents would disappear. Some aliens take all of the parents from Earth. Jimmy Neutron and his friends have to save all the parents from being eaten by a giant chicken. My favorite character in the movie is Jimmy Neutron because he gets everyone out of trouble throughout the movie. He rescues all of his friends from jail and he rescues the parents from the aliens. He is really smart. Some other characters in the movie are Cindy, Carl, Sheen, and Nick. They are Jimmy's friends and help him rescue all the parents. I would recommend this movie for ages 3 and up. There are a few scary parts that younger kids might not like. The movie is more interesting and really funny. It's a great movie to watch as a family. Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius is one of the many classics brought to your home by HDNet movie on Kidscene, a morning and Friday night programming block for kids and families. Anthony Aranda, Age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 82 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-11 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

EYE OF THE FUTURE - CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Five children of UN ambassadors are called to imagine a new sustainable future for our global society. From within the earth, they work together to reduce humanity's carbon footprint by exchanging stories and experiences from their parents' world.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Young ambassadors for the Earth tell a compelling story about the small things that can be done to affect climate change. This film can empower kids to make a difference.
Runtime: 45 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: DVD

HARVEST, THE (LA COSECHA) - CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY FEATURE, AGES 12-18
Description - Every year more than 400,000 American children are town away from their friends, schools and homes to pick the food we eat. Three of these children are profiled as they journey from farm to farm, to help their families make a living.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Children as young as 7 are working in the fields as migrate workers. This is not in a 3rd world county, but in the United States. This film follows children who work in the fields with their parents and their struggles to complete their education and maintain friendships while working as migrant workers, traveling from farm to farm during the harvest. These workers are legal residents of the US, so this is not about immigration, but a powerful film about an issue that is not publicized. Kids in middle school and high school (and adults) will find this a disturbing issue of child labor. The film celebrates people that worked in the fields as young children, but completed their education and became successful business people and political figures, but should this practice be allowed? If you have ever doubted the power of community, this film will convince you otherwise.
Runtime: 80 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 12-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95 Media: DVD

SAVE THE FARM - CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - The story of the largest urban farm in the US, right in the middle of South Central LA. More than 350 farmers cultivated this farm for over fourteen years. When the city sells the land, activists turn out to prevent eviction.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This film is about the power of community and how it can affect so many lives. In East LA, the Hispanic community had a community farm that not only fed hundreds of families, but also provided social interaction. However, greed by the city of LA overshadowed the needs of the community. The film is about community farms and a way of life that is important in maintaining a social structure. Good film to watch.
Runtime: 31 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 12-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 4.99 Media: DVD

IMAGINE IT - CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Provides a forum for discussion around the power of big ideas in action and inspires us to imagine a better world by connecting imagination and creativity with science and engineering in education.
Runtime: 52 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: DVD

WITNESS - ROUNDHAY HIGH SCHOOL
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL
Description - The film follows the story of a dog witnessing an important crime while sat in the back of a car. The next morning the radio asks in a news report if any one has seen a murder the night before. Unfortunately for the dog he is unable to do anything.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Everyone loves a dog story. We see the dog witnessing a crime from the front seat of a car and hearing it announced on the radio. Well filmed and easy to follow. It is somewhat uncomfortable watching the dog who appears to be trapped in a car.
Runtime: 3 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

WHY MAUI SNARED THE SUN - PACIFIC RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION AND LEARNING
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION
Description - Long ago, Kala (the sun) raced across the sky as he pleased, leaving the land and it's people with short days and long, dark nights. Among those suffering from the lack of daylight was the goddess Hina, mother of Maui the demigod. In order to make things pono (right), Maui summons all his courage and travels to the highest summit of Haleakala, where he confronts the Mighty Kala.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well-animated folk tale from Hawaii. A young boy helps his mother with chores and then joins his friends to hear grandma's story. Grandma tells a wonderful fable about a boy who had to tame the sun so it would give them more sunlight and his mother and the other people could get their work done. The animation is nicely executed with bright colors and an imaginative story.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - My 8-year-old son loved this short, couldn't take his eyes off of it.
Runtime: 19 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

VALOR'S KIDS - SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW PRODUCTIONS
Series: STUDENT FEATURE PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL, ANIMATION
Description - Valor, a wandering war hero, is on a quest to stop magic from destroying the world. While on his quest he meets two kids. The fated meeting of these three orphans will ultimately sweep them into a conspiracy which leads a Kingdom into peril, three armies to war, and the awakening of a monster that has buried its fair share of wizards.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Quite an ambitious project for a high school student - an animated feature. Very well done although the animation is a bit jumpy. The story is pretty complex but could be very interesting to pre-teens and teens. The story is about a group of kids in a post-apocalypse world. It could benefit from some judicious editing but, overall, it's an impressive film from a student filmmaker. There are some scenes showing drunkenness. If you wonder what young filmmakers are capable of, this is worth a watch.
Runtime: 95 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 12-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

TO THE SEA - CATHERINE PARKE
Series: FOREIGN INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - A young teen girl struggles to stay true to herself when an older boy she's trying to impress comes to visit her island home.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well executed Canadian independent film. The story line shows a young "island" girl who meets a boy living a more modern lifestyle. She tries to fit in with him at first, but recognizes the value of her own world in the end. Good performances by the young actors. Topic offers teens something to think about and question how important cell phones and being cool really are. There are scenes with teens smoking which might offend some viewers.
Runtime: 10 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 12-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

THOSE WHO CAN - VEVA PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - All Oliver and Alexandra want is to be normal for one perfect night - prom night at the public high school. But 'normal' can be a minefield for an autistic teen.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very well done. Storyline features two autistic kids out on their first date ever - together and at the prom. It shows the anguish of a mom who wants more for her daughter, the love of a dad and the boy's mom, the excitement and humanity of these two kids and looks at how overwhelming the world can be when you are different. The support of the kids at school, which leads to an "altered" prom to fit these kids' needs, is a bit unrealistic - though possible. It's well made, well acted although the background music with piano and violin are a bit overwhelming. Overall, really a lovely sort of a fairytale about people who are different but accepted. It's love in the truest sense. Great discussion starter for kids who need a reminder to accept others. Not available in online film festival, trailer only.
Runtime: 14 minutes Juror Recommended Age: 8-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

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