THE WORDS

Rating: PG-13 for brief strong language and smoking.

What it’s about: A young writer finds fame and fortune by publishing another’s novel as his own.

The kid attractor factor: Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana and Olivia Wilde are among its stars.

Good lessons/ bad lessons: “Start taking responsibility for your life.” And when you make a mistake, make it right.

Violence: None.

Language: A smattering of profanity.

Sex: Sexual situations.

Drugs: Alcohol and cigarettes.

Parents’ advisory: Any time your kids want to see a movie about reading and writing, that’s a good thing. OK for 12 and older.

‘PARANORMAN’

Rating: PG for scary action and images, thematic elements, some rude humor and language.

What it’s about: A boy who hears and sees dead people is a town’s only hope when witch trial victims return to life to terrorize the place.

The kid attractor factor: Stop motion animation, a “Coraline”/ “Corpse Bride” scary sensibility.

Parents’ advisory: Too scary for the very young, but an edgy animated treat to anybody 8 and older.

‘PREMIUM RUSH’

Rating: PG-13 for some violence, intense action sequences and language.

What it’s about: A gonzo bicycle messenger is chased by a crooked cop through the crowded streets of Manhattan.

The kid attractor factor: Attractive, muscular young people tearing through traffic in death-defying bike sprints.

Good lessons/ bad lessons: “Stay awake, stay alive.” And don’t try this bike stuff at home.

Violence: Beatings, a shooting, and lots of bike accidents.

Language: A tiny bit of mild swearing, here and there.

Sex: Make-out sessions.

Drugs: None.

Parents’ advisory: As kid-friendly as thrillers get, this one is suitable for ages 11 and older.

This guide, compiled by Orlando (Fla.) Sentinel film critic Roger Moore, should be used along with the Motion Picture Association of America rating system for selecting movies suitable for children. Films rated G, PG or PG-13 are included in this weekly listing, along with occasional R-rated films that may have entertainment or educational value for older children with parental guidance.