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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.  Our database also includes reviews of “golden oldies” now available on streaming services.  

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)

If a movie you are looking for is currently unavailable on this website, the Netherlands Classification website (in English) is also an age-based system. The British Film Classification Board and US Commonsense Media website could also be useful.  

It is important to note that the American, Netherlands and British classification systems differ from the Australian classification system. Always check for the Australian classification on streaming services, on DVDs and videos, or look up the classification yourself on the Australian Government Classification Board online database.

Latest Movie Reviews

Penguin Bloom

Not suitable under 8; parental guidance to 12 (themes and language)
25 January 2021

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Elfkins, The - Baking a Difference

Not suitable under 4; parental guidance to 5 (violence, scary scenes)
16 January 2021

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We Can Be Heroes

Not suitable under 5; parental guidance to 8 (violence, scary scenes)
14 January 2021

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Dreambuilders

Not suitable under 8; parental guidance to 12 (scary scenes, mild peril, sad themes)
12 January 2021

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Music

Not suitable under 13; parental guidance to 15 (domestic violence, substance abuse and addiction, coarse language)
12 January 2021

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Maya The Bee 3: The Golden Orb

Parental guidance under 5 (mild scariness and violence)
8 January 2021

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Summerland

Not suitable under 12; parental guidance to 13 (adult themes, scary scenes)
6 January 2021

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Soul

Not suitable under 8; parental guidance to 10 (adult themes)
29 December 2020

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Wonder Woman 1984

Not suitable under 12; parental guidance to 14 (violence and scary scenes)
29 December 2020

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Dragon Rider

Not suitable under 6; parental guidance to 7 (violence and scary scenes)
21 December 2020

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