{"id":1279,"date":"2021-10-11T10:36:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T17:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/?p=1279"},"modified":"2021-11-12T14:05:00","modified_gmt":"2021-11-12T21:05:00","slug":"just-beyond-is-so-thrilling-just-right-amount-of-scary-unusual-and-supernatural","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/2021\/just-beyond-is-so-thrilling-just-right-amount-of-scary-unusual-and-supernatural\/","title":{"rendered":"Just Beyond Is So Thrilling! Just Right Amount Of Scary, Unusual And Supernatural"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.poster.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1286\" width=\"137\" height=\"206\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the writings of R.L. Stine, \u201cJust Beyond\u201d is an eight-episode anthology series that tells astonishing and thought-provoking stories of a reality just beyond the one we know. Each episode introduces viewers to a new cast of characters who must go on a surprising journey of self-discovery in a supernatural world of witches, aliens, ghosts and parallel universes. Stine, prolific author of young-adult horror fiction, including the \u201cGoosebumps\u201d and \u201cFear Street\u201d series, has been scaring readers worldwide for over 35 years. The show\u2019s creators referenced his popular page-turners while developing their new series of hair-raising stories. Episodes acknowledge teenage struggles, such as bullying, peer pressure and anxiety, through supernatural storylines that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Katherine S. comments, \u201c<em>Just Beyond<\/em> is so thrilling! It has the just right amount of scary, unusual and supernatural. All of the storylines are so different and keep you wanting more.\u201d See her full review below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just Beyond <br>By Katherine S, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Enjoy Katherine S.&#039;s interview with R.L. Stine &amp; Sean Graham Smith about Just Beyond (Disney+)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JfIUnVM3ZDY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Just Beyond<\/em> is so thrilling! It has the just right amount of scary, unusual and supernatural. All of the storylines are so different and keep you wanting more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Just Beyond<\/em> has eight episodes running about 30 minutes, each with a unique storyline. Episodes include \u201cParents Are From Mars, Kids Are From Venus,\u201d \u201cWhich Witch,\u201d \u201cMy Monster,\u201d \u201cWe\u2019ve Got Spirits, Yes We Do,\u201d \u201cStanding Up for Yourself\u201d and \u201cThe Treehouse.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Enjoy Katherine S.&#039;s interview with Gabriel Bateman, Jy Prishkulnik, &amp; Megan Stott about Just Beyond\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NGgM4FrfXaQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1283\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.c-2048x1366.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This live action anthology seriesis loosely based on the graphic novel series by R.L. Stine, also titled \u201cJust Beyond,\u201d so fans of the series, or any R.L. Stine story should love the show. The costume design, especially for \u201cWhich Witch\u201d and \u201cMy Monster\u201d are incredible;\u00a0Luna\u2019s outfits are perfect for her character and the monster looks super realistic. And sometimes, the costumes even give references to past R.L. Stine work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The music is very fitting as it is eerie and gives you the chills as you listen. The cinematography really adds to the storyline, as there are so many unique angles and points of view. This show has some very talented young actors, such as McKenna Grace, who plays Veronica, Lexi Underwood as Ella, Cedric Joe plays Sam, Gabriel Bateman as Jack and Megan Scott who plays Olivia. I loved all the episodes, but my favorite is \u201cLeave Them Kids Alone,\u201d because it just could happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Enjoy Katherine S.&#039;s interview with Lexi Underwood &amp; Cedric Joe about the Disney+ show, Just Beyond\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U1IGHsqNjg8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1281\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/juror\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/justbeyond.e-2048x1366.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The messages vary from episode to episode, but what stands out are: embracing uniqueness, not letting fear get the better of you and it matters more about what\u2019s inside than outside. Some of the episodes contain scary parts that young kids might find frightening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give&nbsp;<em>Just Beyond <\/em>5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 11 to 18, plus adults. This show begins streaming on Disney+ October 13, 2021.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Inspired by the writings of R.L. Stine, \u201cJust Beyond\u201d is an eight-episode anthology series that tells astonishing and thought-provoking stories of a reality just beyond the one we know. Each episode introduces viewers to a new cast of characters who must go on a surprising journey of self-discovery in a supernatural world of witches, aliens, ghosts and parallel universes. Stine, prolific author of young-adult horror fiction, including the \u201cGoosebumps\u201d and \u201cFear Street\u201d series, has been scaring readers worldwide for over 35 years. The show\u2019s creators referenced his popular page-turners while developing their new series of hair-raising stories. 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