Know Before You Go Movie Reviews

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The Know Before You Go Movie Review Service provides descriptions of the content of movies, highlighting areas which may be of concern to parents.

Reviewers with child development expertise review all G and PG movies as soon as possible after their release in Australia. Selected M movies which are likely to appeal to younger audiences are also reviewed.

Remember, as a parent or carer you know your child best and it is up to you to make decisions as to what is appropriate for the children in your care. The information in these reviews is provided to help you find age appropriate and enjoyable movies suitable for your child. (Read our full Disclaimer)

Latest Movie Reviews

Pinocchio (2020)

Not suitable under 12; parental guidance to 13 (distressing and frightening scenes)
24 November 2020

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Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

Not suitable under 7; parental guidance to 10 (mild scary scenes and sad themes)
19 November 2020

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Pinocchio (1940)

Not suitable under 5; parental guidance to 8 (violent, scary, dark and sad themes and scenes, depiction of delinquent behaviour, alcohol and tobacco consumption)
16 November 2020

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Aladdin (1992)

Not suitable under 5; parental guidance to 6 (some violence and scary scenes)
12 November 2020

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Howl's Moving Castle

Not suitable under 8; parental guidance to 12 (violence, scary scenes)
3 November 2020

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The Craft: Legacy

Not suitable under 14; parental guidance to 16 (violence, language, creepy scenes and themes)
30 October 2020

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Over the Moon

Not suitable under 6; parental guidance to 9 (sad themes (loss of a parent and grief))
30 October 2020

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Rams

Not suitable under 9; parental guidance to 11 (heavy adult themes, distressing scenes, some violence, coarse language, and problematic alcohol use)
27 October 2020

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Dumbo (1941)

Not suitable under 5; parental guidance to 6 (sad/disturbing scenes and themes (separation from parent, emotional cruelty), tobacco and alcohol consumption, and dated stereotypes)
26 October 2020

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Combat Wombat

Not suitable 4 and under; parental guidance to 5 (mildly violent and scary scenes, sad theme (loss of loved ones))
20 October 2020

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