‘HERE COMES THE BOOM’

Rating: PG, for bouts of MMA sports violence, some rude humor and language.

What it’s about: A burnt-out teacher takes up mixed martial arts fighting to earn the money to save his school’s music program.

The kid attractor factor: Cuddly Kevin James, wacky teachers, quirky students

Good lessons/ bad lessons: “Without music, life would be a mistake.” And perseverance in the face of hopeless odds builds character.

Violence: Lots and lots, but the consequences of it are shown.

Language: Quite tame.

Sex: Well, Salma Hayek is in it, so there’s that.

Drugs: None.

Parents’ advisory: An awfully violent variation on the “Mr. Holland’s Opus” formula — but OK for 10 and older.

‘PITCH PERFECT’

Rating: PG-13 for sexual material, language and drug references.

What it’s about: A motley crew of college girls takes their a cappella chorus into national competition with other college choruses.

The kid attractor factor: It’s like “Glee,” only funnier and less sexual.

Good lessons/ bad lessons: No coed is an island. Music’s better when you’re creating harmony.

Violence: None.

Language: A smattering of mild profanity and innuendo.

Sex: Hinted at, flirted with, discussed.

Drugs: Drug jokes.

Parents’ advisory: Pretty tame, for a rude-and-funny college comedy. Suitable for 10 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.