Submitted photo“Pan” is a reboot of the children’s classic story of “Peter Pan.” Suitable for all ages.

“PAN”

Rating: PG for fantasy action violence, language and some thematic material.

What it’s about: Everyone’s favorite flying boy gets his own origin story in Never Never Land.

The kid-attractor factor: A classic children’s story reboot; big, broad fantasy action and humor; a child lead actor.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Being yourself is always enough, believe in yourself, stand up for your friends and loved ones. Has a strong ecological message about the dangers of greed and exploitation of resources; stresses the idea of living together harmoniously.

Violence: There’s quite a bit of theatrical, swashbuckling, theater-style action and sword-fighting, and guns go off in blasts of colored powder.

Language: Plenty of flirty sexual innuendo.

Sexuality: Captain James Hook has an open crush on Tiger Lily, but it stays chaste (no kissing).

Drugs: Blackbeard uses fairy crystals for purposes of staying young.

Parents advisory: Fine for kids of all ages, but the youngest ones might find some of the action too scary.

“HE NAMED ME MALALA”

Rating: PG-13 for thematic elements involving disturbing images and threats.

What it’s about: The inspirational life story of education activist and young Nobel Peace Laureate Malala Yousafszai.

The kid-attractor factor: A youthful subject with widespread appeal.

Good lessons/bad lessons: It’s always right speak out for justice, in spite of the danger. Forgiveness is power.

Violence: There are some news footage shots of exploding buildings and the surrounding rubble, a description of Malala’s shooting and the blood-soaked bus seats from the aftermath.

Language: None

Sexuality: Aside from some lighthearted joshing about her cricketer crushes, none.

Drugs: None.

Parents advisory: This is an important and educational documentary that would be fine for any older kids and tweens/teens.