Contributor: Emily Tsiao

Emily studied film and writing when she was in college. And when she isn’t being way too competitive while playing board games, she enjoys food, sleep, and geeking out with her husband indulging in their “nerdoms,” which is the collective fan cultures of everything they love, such as Star Wars, Star Trek, Stargate and Lord of the Rings.

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Bruised

The violence and language in what could’ve been an inspiring story may leave viewers feeling pretty bruised themselves.

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True Story

No corners are necessary to see that this show belongs hidden in a box somewhere.

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Venom: Let There Be Carnage

There’s a bit of comedy and some heroism in Venom: Let There Be Carnage. But mostly there’s just … carnage.

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Dear Evan Hansen

Dear Evan Hansen invites viewers to consider how isolating mental illness can be and the peril of lying to earn others’ approval.

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The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star

Like its predecessors, the latest Princess Switch movie is mostly sweet, romantic and fun.

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Love Hard

Nobody is truly “perfect.” But that doesn’t mean they can’t be perfect for you, this raunchy Netflix comedy reminds us.

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Dexter: New Blood

Dexter’s back, engaged in his usual bloody business on Showtime. But his victims might not be the show’s only casualties.

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Passing

Passing comes with a heavy message, a few content concerns and, unfortunately, no real redemption.

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Maya and the Three

Underworld gods, violence and magic all make this creative cartoon feel dark and disturbing.

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Misfit: The Series

The bad dubbing isn’t the only thing that some families will want to be aware of.

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What If … Social Media Went Away?

Plugged In presents a speculative journal of a world with no social media.

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Camp Manna

When is a Christian film not a Christian film? That’s the odd question Camp Manna attempts to answer.

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One of Us Is Lying

When it comes to One of Us Is Lying, the truth is no one should be watching.

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Stillwater

As the lead character says, “Life is brutal.” And so is this film.

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What Parents Need to Know About Steam

While some features make Steam more enjoyable for players, they can also create something of a nightmare for parents.

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