“COCO”

Rating: PG for thematic elements.

What it’s about: A boy travels to the realm of the dead on Dia de los Muertos to learn about his family history and love of music.

The kid attractor factor: The animated feature from Disney-Pixar is sure to attract kids and families.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Always tell your family you love them, remember your ancestors, share your passions, family is more important than anything.

Violence: Some chase and harrowing scenes. The film deals with issues of death and dying in a very forthright and beautiful way.

Language: None.

Sexuality: None (some skeleton spirits smooch).

Drugs: None

Parents advisory: A beautiful and emotional film that’s fun for the whole family.

“THE MAN WHO 
INVENTED CHRISTMAS”

Rating: PG for thematic elements and some mild language.

What it’s about: The writing of Charles Dickens’ novel “A Christmas Carol,” which brought Christmas back to popularity in 1843.

The kid attractor factor: The holiday theme, the broad comedy, star Dan Stevens.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Learn to be generous with your heart, not just your material goods.

Violence: Some darker themes about death, ghosts, and grotesque child labor.

Language: No real swearing but some insinuation.

Sexuality: Talk of pregnancy and engagements but no real sexuality.

Drugs: None.

Parents advisory: This may be a bit too scary for some younger children, but a fine twist on the family holiday movie for older kids and parents.

This guide, compiled by Tribune News Service film critics, is published here every Saturday. It can be used with the MPAA rating system for selecting movies suitable for children. Films rated G, PG or PG-13 are included, along with R-rated films that may have entertainment or educational value for older children with parental guidance.