Category Archives: Movies

SmartPhone Safety Nets

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Jonathan McKee

If your child accesses iTunes today and simply clicks on the music video charts, one of the top 10 videos features topless girls dancing… something anyone can see in the free preview of the video. Sad, but true. Literally today. … Continue reading →

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Win Movie Passes to the movie 42

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Jonathan McKee

Baseball fans, movie buffs… people who like free stuff… I’ve got a fun little contest for you with some really cool prizes. It doesn’t get any simpler than this. The new film, 42, which hits theaters this Friday, April 12, … Continue reading →

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Best Movies of 2012

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Jonathan McKee

Each January I like to sit down with my movie reviewing buddy Todd Pearage and reflect back on our favorite films of the past year. This year was a fun year for films, especially superhero films. (The Avengers, Dark Knight … Continue reading →

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The Hobbit Premiere

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

Last night my family attended The Hobbit midnight premiere, with my three kids in full Hobbit apparel. Loved the movie and the time with my family… hated the time of day! (I think I’m officially old) A few months ago … Continue reading →

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An Unexpected Review of “The Hobbit”

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

This Monday, while I was flying back from teaching a parenting workshop in Kentucky, my son Alec was attending a movie screening for The Hobbit. (Lucky dog!) His reaction was surprising. I arrived home at about 10PM and plopped on … Continue reading →

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The Hobbit Tickets

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

This week is a big week for film geeks… because this Friday (or Thursday night at midnight for real fans), The Hobbit comes to theaters! This means fun for you, my blog readers, because I’ve got some great goodies for … Continue reading →

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That Was PG-13?

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

Rock of Ages is yet one more example of why parents shouldn’t offer a blanket “yes” to PG-13 movies. “But mom… the movie doesn’t have any nudity!” Neither does the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition… would you buy it for your … Continue reading →

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Dissecting R-rated Movies Like Looper

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

“Looper was awesome!” “It’s rated R for sex and violence. I don’t want to watch that trash!” These comments were from two different friends of mine, both dedicated believers. So, who’s right? Or more specifically, is “art” even appropriate when … Continue reading →

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Deciding If Hunger Games Is Appropriate

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

Are parents preparing their kids to make good media decisions… or just over-protecting them? Last weekend I sat with a young couple who were trying to decide whether the box office smash Hunger Games, now on blu-ray and DVD, is … Continue reading →

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The Dark Knight Rises- Alec’s Take

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Jonathan McKee

The following is a guest post from my 19-year-old son, Alec who has been eagerly awaiting the release of the third film in Christopher Nolan’s Batman series. Alec attended a midnight premier here in the Sacramento area and admittedly brings … Continue reading →

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