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Parental Guidance: ‘The Kid Who Would Be King’

COURTESY 20TH CENTURY FOX

Louis Ashbourne Serkis stars in “The Kid Who Would Be King.”

“THE KID WHO WOULD BE KING”

>> Rated: PG for fantasy action violence, scary images, thematic elements including some bullying and language

>> What it’s about: A young boy pulls a sword from a stone and finds himself living out Arthurian legend in modern-day England.

>> The kid attractor factor: The kid-scaled adventure, humor, heart and young cast

>> Good lessons/bad lessons: Live by a code of honor that requires honesty, bravery, teamwork, love and helping others.

>> Violence: Some scary action scenes involving fiery zombie knights the kids have to fight off, a massive battle scene at the end requiring a whole army of kids, as well as some bullying and other violent actions

>> Language: None

>> Sexuality: None

>> Drugs: None

>> Parents advisory: This family-friendly adventure has a wonderful message for kids (and adults) about how to be the best you can be in the world, living by a certain code of conduct. The action might make this too scary for the littlest ones, but appropriate for all other ages.

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