• Suitable for families

“Fly Me to the Moon”

(G) Nothing offensive in this fantasy, in which animated houseflies stow away on the historic Apollo 11 spaceflight. “Kung Fu Panda,” grade A-

(PG) Children will enjoy animated animals performing silly martial arts stunts. “The Longshots”

(PG) Brief rude humor and language, but the true story of a girl breaking the gender barrier in youth football is inspiring. “Space Chimps”

(G) Nothing offensive in this animated comedy, summarized by its title. “WALL-E,” grade B

(G) Pixar/Disney’s latest animated moneymaker shows nothing offensive, though the volume and theme may be too much for some children.

• Suitable for families, with reservations

“Henry Poole Is Here,” grade C-

(PG) A strong Christian theme runs throughout this fable starring Luke Wilson, whose new home may house a miracle. Brief language.

“ Journey to the Center of the Earth,” grade C-

(PG) Brendan Fraser leads young explorers to the Earth’s core, where intense action and scary creatures await. “Mamma Mia!” grade B+

(PG-13) Sexually suggestive comments sneak between the ABBA songs, and how many children appreciate ’70s pop tunes,? “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor,” grade B-

(PG-13) More breakneck action violence starring Brendan Fraser, likely not disturbing for children used to video game mayhem. “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” grade C-

(PG-13) This sequel replaces the original’s sunny adolescent charm with pregnancy issues, a nude male model and mature themes of parental loss. “Star Wars: The Clone Wars,” grade C+

(PG) George Lucas’ introduction to an upcoming TV cartoon series includes sci-fi action and loud violence.

• Not suitable

“Babylon A.D.”

(PG-13) A futuristic warrior (Vin Diesel) guards the mother of a messiah, using intense violence, profanity and brief sexuality. “Bottle Shock,” grade B+

(PG-13) Children won’t be interested in a true story about California wines challenging French superiority. Profanity, sexual content, brief violence and alcohol. “The Dark Knight,” grade A

(PG-13) Intense violence, mature themes and Heath Ledger’s psychotic swan song may disturb children. “Disaster Movie” (PG-13) Another lowbrow spoof of better movies, with pervasive crude and sexual content, profanity, drug references and violence. “The House Bunny,” grade B-

(PG-13) Former Playboy model (Anna Faris) becomes a sorority mom. Sex-related humor, partial nudity and strong language, plus dubious lessons in sex appeal trumping intelligence. “The Rocker”

(PG-13) Former heavy metal musician (Rainn Wilson) teaches teenagers about sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll, with brief nudity and profanity tossed in. “Traitor,” grade B+

(PG-13) A government agent may be a terrorist in a thriller with intense violence, mature themes and profanity. “Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” grade B

(PG-13) Woody Allen’s new movie is drenched with carnal references, including a menage a trois. Profanity, smoking and brief violence complete the mature mix.

The Family Movie Guide should be used along with the Motion Picture Association of America rating system for selecting movies suitable for children. Only films rated G, PG or PG-13 are included in this weekly listing, along with occasional R-rated films that may have entertainment value or educational value for older children with parental guidance. Compiled by St. Petersburg Times film critic Steve Persall.