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Transformers One * Laugh-Out-Loud Funny, Heartfelt, And Great Chemistry Between Transformers

Transformers One is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Rayce S. comments, “Going into this film I was excited but had low expectations because of the complex history of Transformers media. Transformers films in the past have often deviated from the original story that I love, however this film is unlike all the others, rooted in the origins of the Cybertron universe. I left the theater speechless at how excellent the film was.” Carter P. adds, “Gear up and roll out!  I love Transformers One.  It is fun, laugh-out-loud funny, has some heartfelt moments, and the chemistry between the transformers is outstanding.  The film definitely kept me entertained from beginning to end.  … - read more...

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LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy * Reimagines The Star Wars Galaxy Like Never Before

A nerf-herder discovers an artifact that twists the Star Wars universe, swapping the roles of heroes and villains. He embarks on an adventure to restore order and emerge as the savior who reassembles the fractured galaxy. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kennedy P. comments, “Legends aren’t made, they are built!  I love LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy.  This four-piece animated special reimagines the Star Wars galaxy like never before.  It is funny and the cast is outstanding...This show is filled with heart, laughter, and the important message of believing in yourself. ” See her full review below. LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy Kennedy P., KIDS FIRST!  Film Critic, age 10   In LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, the entire Star Wars galaxy gets completely mixed up when an ordinary nerf-herder, … - read more...

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Join our KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Team

Are you passionate about media? Do you love talking about the latest films or TV shows? Do you imagine yourself as an entertainment reporter? Look no further. We have a place for you where you can do all that and more!We invite you to audition for our KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Team here: https://www.kidsfirst.org/become-a-juror/ Fill out our online audition form. Along with your personal information (which we do not share), you'll be asked to submit a sample 200 word written review of a film or TV show and to upload a brief video about yourself to our dropbox folder. Next, our staff reviews your application and schedule an online audition. Don't … - read more...

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Our Podcast is taking a hiatus right now; Please come back

After producing a weekly podcast since 2011, we are taking a little break while we restructure. Please be patience; we'll be back before you know it. Thanks, KIDS - read more...

From the Jury

Butterfly Tale * An Epic And Sweet Tale Indeed! This Animated Film About Butterfly Migration Is As Uplifting As It Is Revelatory!

Recently accepted to our film festival, Butterfly Tale is an animated feature film for the whole family set along the diverse, picturesque, and ever-changing backdrop of the great Monarch butterfly migration. A heartwarming tale of a gutsy and loveable yet inept, one-winged butterfly, named Patrick who stows away in a milkweed trailer in order to be part of the journey of a lifetime. With his best friend, a goofy caterpillar named Marty, and Jennifer, a butterfly who is afraid of heights, Patrick will become an unlikely hero. But first he must face his fear, embrace his uniqueness and triumph over adversity while battling changing weather patterns, humans … - read more...

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