“BLADE RUNNER 2049”

Rating: R for violence, some sexuality, nudity and language.

What it’s about: The sequel to Ridley Scott’s 1982 sci-fi classic follows a detective as he hunts down replicants in a dystopian future.

The kid attractor factor: Star Ryan Gosling and the sci-fi epic genre.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Everything has the possibility for a soul, and a soul means a right to autonomy, freedom and individuality.

Violence: Several brutal fist fights, stabbing, drowning, drone warfare and other violence.

Language: Several instances of strong language/swearing.

Sexuality: Graphic female nudity throughout; one instance of graphic male nudity. The presence of sex workers. One sex scene, though not graphic.

Drugs: Drinking

Parents advisory: This sci-fi film is OK for teens but too sexual and violent for kids.

“MY LITTLE PONY: 
THE MOVIE”

Rating: PG for mild action.

What it’s about: Princess Twilight sets out to save Equestria and the other Princess ponies from the Evil Storm King and his hench-pony Tempest.

The kid attractor factor: The bright, colorful animation, songs, and familiarity with the My Little Pony toys or animated series.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Friendship is important to maintain, even when you mess up. Always say you’re sorry, stick together, and accept your friends for who they are. The more the merrier!

Violence: Some action-based scenes with the Storm King and his evil army capturing and fighting the ponies and their pals.

Language: None

Sexuality: None

Drugs: None

Parents advisory: This animated adventure is appropriate for all kids.

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.