<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Movie Reviews Blog</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/</link><description>Modern media can be a minefield for the conscientious parent.  Prepare yourself with our movie reviews that include family movies both new and old.</description><language>en-us</language><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:25:04 +0000</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:25:04 +0000</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><item><title>Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/mr-deeds-goes-to-town-1936</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:09:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/mr-deeds-goes-to-town-1936</guid><description><![CDATA["Mr. Deeds Goes to Town" is a classic Gary Cooper film that reminds me quite a bit of "Mr.]]></description></item><item><title>The King and I (1999)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-king-and-i-1999</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2008 02:15:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-king-and-i-1999</guid><description><![CDATA[You all know how much I love the story of "The King and I." The multitude of times I've mentioned it here on Families.com is a testament to that.  When I saw that an animated version of the film had been done, I was curious, but skeptical.]]></description></item><item><title>Grace is Gone (2007)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/grace-is-gone-2007</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 18:00:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/grace-is-gone-2007</guid><description><![CDATA[Last night I stayed up late to watch "Grace is Gone."  I have to say, it's been awhile since a film touched me so very deeply.]]></description></item><item><title>My Best Friend's Wedding (1997)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/my-best-friends-wedding-1997</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2008 03:00:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/my-best-friends-wedding-1997</guid><description><![CDATA[This is going to be a very conditional movie review.  "My Best Friend's Wedding" had its good points, it had its bad points, and I think the good outweighed the bad, but that's a matter of personal preference and you might find it otherwise.]]></description></item><item><title>Cadet Kelly</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/cadet-kelly</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:24:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/cadet-kelly</guid><description><![CDATA[Hillary Duff is known for her own sitcom series Lizzie McGuire.  However in addition to this commercial sitcom geared toward children, Hillary Duff also has other screen debuts.  One of which can be seen on the Disney channel in Cadet Kelly.

Duff stars as an only child of divorced parents.]]></description></item><item><title>13 Going on 30 (2004)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/13-going-on-30-2004</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:02:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/13-going-on-30-2004</guid><description><![CDATA[When I first saw the ads for "13 Going on 30," I thought, "Oh, it's just a girl version of 'Big.]]></description></item><item><title>Funny Face (1957)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/funny-face-1957</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 04:16:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/funny-face-1957</guid><description><![CDATA[Fred Astaire is arguably one of the most famous actors to come out of Hollywood, as is Audrey Hepburn.  Put the two together in one film, and it's bound to be magic.]]></description></item><item><title>Monster-in-Law (2005)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/monster-in-law-2005</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:00:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/monster-in-law-2005</guid><description><![CDATA[Your enjoyment of "Monster-in-Law" will be in direct proportion to your ability to tolerate some language.]]></description></item><item><title>The Major and the Minor (1942)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-major-and-the-minor-1942</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:00:06 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-major-and-the-minor-1942</guid><description><![CDATA[After reviewing "Never Been Kissed" last week and seeing that it's considered a remake of "The Major and the Minor," I decided I'd better see this film too, and compare them.]]></description></item><item><title>Never Been Kissed (1999)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/never-been-kissed-1999</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:00:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/never-been-kissed-1999</guid><description><![CDATA["Never Been Kissed" is a romantic comedy starring Drew Barrymore as Josi Gellar, a young woman who's intelligent and studious and good at her job . . . but not very stylish or "with it.]]></description></item><item><title>The Majestic (2001)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-majestic-2001</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:00:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-majestic-2001</guid><description><![CDATA[Jim Carrey is a phenomenal actor.  It doesn't seem to matter whether he's doing a goofy or a serious role-he takes it to the limit and doesn't back off.]]></description></item><item><title>Barney Colors and Shapes</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/barney-colors-and-shapes</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:13:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/barney-colors-and-shapes</guid><description><![CDATA[My last review was of "Barney Fun and Games".  In addition to this great movie, Barney also has many other educational and fun films.  "Barney Colors and Shapes" is a wonderful movie to add to your educational collections.]]></description></item><item><title>Barney Fun and Games</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/barney-fun-and-games</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:43:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/barney-fun-and-games</guid><description><![CDATA[Barney has been a childhood friend for some time now.  His jolly character and cuddly appearance is very inviting to children.  He has been known to make both the young and old at heart smile with joy.

Barney shows and videos have been long loved by children and parents.]]></description></item><item><title>The Magic School Bus: Catches a Wave (1994)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-magic-school-bus-catches-a-wave-1994</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:00:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-magic-school-bus-catches-a-wave-1994</guid><description><![CDATA["The Magic School Bus: Catches a Wave" contains three water-related episodes designed to teach your children science without their even knowing it.  That's why I love this series - it's educational and fun at the same time.]]></description></item><item><title>Movies Week in Review July 14th - 19th</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/movies-week-in-review-july-14th-19th</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:00:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/movies-week-in-review-july-14th-19th</guid><description><![CDATA[It's sure been a busy summer, and a hot one, too!  Are you looking for a great flick to enjoy while sitting with your family in front of a fan, taking time just to be together in the midst of all the rush?  Maybe we can help you out.]]></description></item><item><title>The Ugly Dachshund (1966)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-ugly-dachshund-1966</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:00:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-ugly-dachshund-1966</guid><description><![CDATA[In addition to producing countless animated classics over the years, Disney has produced many great live action films, as well.]]></description></item><item><title>Redwall: The Movie (2000)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/redwall-the-movie-2000</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:00:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/redwall-the-movie-2000</guid><description><![CDATA[Redwall is the creation of author Brian Jacques, who created this medieval world where mice are the main characters.]]></description></item><item><title>Dora the Explorer: Big Sister Dora</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/dora-the-explorer-big-sister-dora</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:02:06 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/dora-the-explorer-big-sister-dora</guid><description><![CDATA[Dora has many different movies out as well as her cartoon.  Many of her videos contribute to a child's character or education.  In one of her movies, Big Sister Dora, Dora is awaiting the arrival of her new baby.]]></description></item><item><title>Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/journey-to-the-center-of-the-earth-2008</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:36:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/journey-to-the-center-of-the-earth-2008</guid><description><![CDATA[Apologies for being a little late with this review, but we've been battling a rotavirus all week. That said; let's talk about the basic, cheesy good fun that is Journey to the Center of the Earth.]]></description></item><item><title>The Dark Knight - PG-13 (2008)</title><link>http://movies.families.com/blog/the-dark-knight-pg-13-2008</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:46:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://movies.families.com/blog/the-dark-knight-pg-13-2008</guid><description><![CDATA[Last night at 12:01 a.m. I sat down in a packed theater to watch The Dark Knight, the latest Batman film directed by Christopher Nolan and featuring Christian Bale in the titular role.]]></description></item></channel></rss>