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Piscesrhianwen benner
Though technically an adult, Rhianwen Benner voraciously consumes children's media with the passion and wonder of a child. As a researcher at Temple University, she has studied the relationship between media and children's development. She has witnessed many special moms and kids navigate the often complex world of children's entertainment. Based in Los Angeles, she is here to serve as your field guide to what kids watch.
KIDS WATCH: 'The Princess and the Frog'
Disney's first African-American princess has her appeal, but the movie fails to create the same magic as "Aladdin's" Princess Jasmine and the book-hungry Belle from "Beauty and the Beast." After all, I'm not sure if little girls are going to want to dress up as a frog for next year's Halloween.
Kids Watch: Fantastic Mr. Fox
This is a movie for adults masquerading as a movie for kids. Here's why.
Kids Watch: The Twilight Saga: 'New Moon'
Kids Watch: Disney's 'A Christmas Carol'
The story you know and love gets a gorgeous computerized makeover.
Kids Watch: 'Whip It'
It's a "girl power" flick that's long on entertainment but comes up empty in the empowerment department.
Kids Watch: 'Fame'
It's a remake of an 80s classic with talent, determination, and heart -- but also some behavior you probably don't want them to see.
Review: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs"
A deliciously comical kids movie that manages to sneak in some good messages.
