Victor Frankenstein (voiced by Charlie Tahan) brings his dog Sparky back to life in “Frankenweenie.” See the full review in today's GO! Magazine.

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FRANKENWEENIE’

Rating: PG for thematic elements, scary images and action.

What it’s about: A science-minded boy named Frankenstein brings his beloved dead dog back to life.

The kid attractor factor: Stop motion animation from the adorably twisted mind of Tim Burton.

Good lessons/bad lessons: The ignorant fear science because they don’t understand it, and if you love something or someone, it never dies. It lives on in your heart.

Violence: A dog dies.

Language: Disney clean.

Sex: Not a hint.

Drugs: None.

Parents’ advisory: A bit dark and spooky — with cheap frights that could scare off the very young. OK for 8 and older.

‘WON’T BACK DOWN’

Rating: PG for thematic elements and language

What it’s about: A parent and a teacher team up to take over their failing school from the school district that is letting it fail.

The kid attractor factor: It’s about school, what kids endure there and what a good school is supposed to be.

Good lessons/ bad lessons: Study hard and make your school succeed, unless you want your parents taking it over and setting the agenda there.

Violence: Suggestions of bullying.

Language: Mild profanity.

Sex: Flirtation between adults.

Drugs: Alcohol is consumed. In a bar.

Parents’ advisory: A hard sell for kids, but this one is family-friendly and could provoke discussions afterward — OK for 8 and older.

‘FINDING NEMO 3D’

Rating: G

What it’s about: A clownfish swims far from the comfort of his coral reef in an effort to rescue his fish-napped only son.

The kid attractor factor: Funny talking fish, action, frights, glorious animation.

Good lessons/ bad lessons: “Just keep swimming” and “You can’t hold onto them forever” and many others.

Violence: Fish-on-fish violence, scary sharks, menacing fishermen.

Language: Disney clean

Sex: Nary a hint.

Drugs: None.

Parents’ advisory: One of the best 10-and-younger movies ever made, and adult fans of Ellen DeGeneres will laugh and laugh and laugh at her antics. Suitable for all ages.

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.