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LEGO Marvel Avengers: Strange Tails * A Hilarious, Action-Packed Return To The LEGO Marvel Universe

A social media influencer threatens global devastation, forcing Hawkeye and The Avengers to expand their ranks. The heroes discover that fighting viral threats requires more than just their usual superhero skills. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Jackson N. comments, “LEGO Marvel Avengers: Strange Tails is a hilarious and action-packed return to the LEGO Marvel Universe. This two-episode adventure perfectly blends humor, chaos, and superhero fun, while including tons of clever nods to the original Marvel comics.” Zoey F. adds, “LEGO Marvel Avengers: Strange Tails is a good film for younger kids. Though it is quite different from the original Marvel Movies as well as other LEGO movies, it is a worthwhile watch.” Ari C. wraps it up with, “This series is hilarious – Not only does it have humorous scenes, but the entire storyline itself is … - read more...

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Sarah’s Oil * An Inspiring Story Of An 11-Old-African America Girl Whose Faith Propels Her Into History

Sarah's Oil is inspired by the remarkable true story of Sarah Rector, an African American girl born in Oklahoma Indian Territory in the early 1900s, who believes there is oil beneath the barren land she's allotted and whose faith is proven right. As greedy oil sharks close in, Sarah turns to her family, friends, and some Texas wildcatters to maintain control of her oil-rich land, eventually becoming among the nation's first female African American millionaires-at eleven years old. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic IvyJoy C. comments, “I like Sarah’s Oil because its amazing storyline and messages, great acting and outstanding cinematography… The entire cast is convincing, but Naya Desir-Johnson especially stands out, because her performance feels so real – her emotions jump right off the screen.” Tia O. adds, “Sarah’s Oil is a dramatic time … - read more...

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Jump Start Your Acting Career As A KIDS FIRST! Reporter

Do you love film, love talking about film and love being on-camera? If so, we have a job for you on our international KIDS FIRST! Film Critics team! This audition is open to those wishing to be join our team. The KIDS FIRST! Film Critics is an international team of 65 tween and teen reporters who attend various industry events - press screenings, red carpets, press junkets - and review the latest films and media plus they and interview industry professionals -- actors, directors, production designers, animation directors and more!Auditions are open to tweens and teens anywhere in the world, ages 9 to 16. You must be able to write and speak English as … - read more...

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Exciting News: Our Podcast is Back – and on iHeartMedia!

We have exciting news for you, our loyal follower! Now you can get all our KIDS FIRST! reviews in 3 to 4 minutes that you can listen to anytime, anywhere, and keep up on the latest kid-friendly entertainment news – reviews, interviews, behind the scenes insights. Exclusive to you on our new KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions Podcast on IHeartMedia. Listen here: https://iheart.com/podcast/277638809. Or, on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46ib2cH A special shout-out to KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Ashleigh Clyde and Tiana Sirmans for their invaluable contributions as hosts and for expertly navigating … - read more...

From the Jury

Now You See Me: Now You Don’t * A Reminder That Now You See Me: Now You Don’t * A Reminder That The World Doesn’t Exist In Black And White

The Four Horsemen return along with a new generation of illusionists performing mind-melding twists, turns, surprises, and magic unlike anything ever captured on film. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Elsy Simon comments, “I love the movie Now You See Me: Now You Don’t because of the shocking twists, not only for the characters, but also for the audience. I like how each character has its own distinct personality. I also really enjoy how funny it is at points… The story really demonstrates how the world doesn’t exist in only black and white, but grey as well -- so one can do the wrong thing, for the right reasons.” See her … - read more...

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