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Plugged In Movie Review

Plugged In is a Focus on the Family publication designed to shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving families the essential tools they need to understand, navigate, and impact the culture in which they live. Through our reviews, we hope to spark intellectual thought, spiritual growth and a desire to follow the command of Colossians 2:8: “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.” Each month, Plugged In is visited more than 1 million times by people looking for detailed information about what’s really in popular movies and television episodes. Entertainment industry ratings only tell you so much. We go deeper, diving into specific content and the meaning behind it.
Weekly English South Africa Film Reviews · TV Reviews
88 Episodes
64 – 84

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank.

A down-on-his-luck hound finds himself in a town full of cats who need a hero to defend them in #PawsofFury:TheLegendofHank. Will it be the sort of animal-romping fun your hoard of fearsome little samurai will appreciate?
15 Jul 2022 1 min

Thor: Love and Thunder

In the new Marvel pic #Thor:LoveandThunder the Asgardian hero has to deal with a past love interest and a galactic god killer. But will this superhero romp be good date night fodder?
8 Jul 2022 1 min

Minions: The Rise of Gru

The new big-screen animated pic #Minions:TheRiseofGru tells of how a youngster Gru tried to join the Vicious 6: a supervillain supergroup. Will this mashup of malefactor mishaps fit your evil fancy?
1 Jul 2022 1 min

Elvis

In #Elvis we get a glimpse at what transformed a small-town boy into the king of rock-'n'-roll. But will this pic leave you feeling like a Hound Dog?
24 Jun 2022 1 min

Light year

Good old Buzz is back in #Lightyear, but this time it’s no toy story. Will his animated space adventure keep you reaching for infinity and beyond?
17 Jun 2022 1 min

Jurassic World Dominion

The new dino movie, #JurassicWorldDominion, brings back all the favorites from past Jurassic Park pics—from Alan Grant to Mr. T-Rex. Will you want to join the gang for this reunion?
10 Jun 2022 1 min

The Bob’s Burgers Movie

The new big-screen animated pic called #TheBob’sBurgersMovie tosses the Bob’s Burgers crew into a musical comedy-mystery-adventure. Will you want to slip into a booth for a little of this burger shop fun?
3 Jun 2022 1 min

Top Gun: Maverick

In #TopGun:Maverick Tom Cruise is back to play his iconic role of Pete “Maverick” Mitchell. Will you want to join him in the cockpit?
27 May 2022 1 min

Downton Abbey: A New Era

In #DowntonAbbey:ANewEra the Crawley family sets off to France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess' newly inherited villa. Does that make you want to break out your black tails and tie for the well-heeled trip?
20 May 2022 1 min

Family Camp

In #FamilyCamp an imperfect clan is dragged to a rustic summer camp in hopes of some home front improvements. But is this faith-focused pic a yummy, toasted marshmallow or a burnt hotdog?
13 May 2022 1 min

Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

In #Dr.StrangeintheMultiverseofMadness the magical Doc Strange traverses dangerous alternate realities of the Multiverse to confront a mysterious new adversary. Will there be things in this mind-bending realm that you won’t want the whole family to see?
6 May 2022 1 min

Along For The Ride

In #AlongForTheRide a pair of insomniacs spend summer nights looking for fun. Does that sound like it could be a little dark, a little romantic, or both?
29 Apr 2022 1 min

The Bad Guys

In #TheBadGuys a criminal crew of animal outlaws are about to take on their biggest challenge—becoming model citizens. Will it be a fun animated romp, or feel like it’s stealing your time?
22 Apr 2022 1 min

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

In #FantasticBeasts:The Secrets of Dumbledore Magi zoologist Newt Scamander leads an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous adventure. But should you be wary of the wand-waving trip?
15 Apr 2022 1 min

Sonic the Hedge hog 2

The world's favorite little blue speedster is back to prove he’s a true loop de loop hero in #SonictheHedgehog2. Should you run and check his new movie out?
8 Apr 2022 1 min

Apollo 10½: A Space age Childhood

#Apollo10½:ASpaceageChildhood gives us a kid’s perspective on the first moon landing in the summer of 1969. But will this animated remembrance be the family friendly adventure you’re looking for?
1 Apr 2022 1 min

The Lost City

In #TheLostCity a popular adventure-novel writer and her handsome cover model get caught up in an outlandish kidnapping. Will this rambunctious comedy be a welcome treat, or should you start running now?
25 Mar 2022 1 min

Cheaper by the Dozen

Focuses on the crazy life of a king-sized family. Will this remake of a Disney classic add up to some fun family viewing?
18 Mar 2022 1 min

The Adam Project

#TheAdamProject features a time-traveling fighter pilot who crash-lands in 2022 and teams up with his 12-year-old self. Will this adventuring pair be worth your evening?
10 Mar 2022 1 min

The Batman

#TheBatman is back on the big screen, fighting crime in the dark and gritty city of Gotham. But just how dark will his crime-filled streets and alleys be?
3 Mar 2022 1 min
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