Is Michael a Real Thriller for Young Music Fans? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Movie Minute review examines "Michael," a biographical musical drama that charts Michael Jackson’s ascent from a child performer in the Jackson 5 to a global pop icon, positioning it as a potential thriller for young music fans. The film leans heavily on tribute rather than exposé, offering limited insight into Jackson’s controversial personal life. While it includes brief depictions of paternal abuse and occasional strong language—such as the S‑word and "schmuck"—the overall tone celebrates perseverance, discipline, and hard work as the engines of success. Key moments highlighted include the rallying chant, “Let’s go out there and tear that stage up,” and the iconic “Give the audience the best show ever,” underscored by a rendition of “Billie Jean.” Common Sense rates the movie appropriate for teens 13 and up, noting its modest profanity and brief abuse scenes. For parents and educators, the review signals that the movie is largely suitable for younger audiences but warrants a pre‑view for those sensitive to depictions of family violence, while also offering a culturally resonant look at an enduring music legend.
The State of Kids' Health in America | 2026 Common Sense Summit
The panel at the 2026 Common Sense Summit warned that American children are faring far worse than peers in other OECD nations, with mortality rates now 80% higher and a widening gap in overall health outcomes. Researchers linked this...
2026 Common Sense Summit on Kids and Families
The 2026 Common Sense Summit on Kids and Families brought together educators, policymakers, and tech leaders to confront the escalating risks children face online. Speakers framed the issue as a “critical threshold” that demands collective action rather than isolated parental...
Doing Better for Boys | 2026 Common Sense Summit
The 2026 Common Sense Summit panel titled “Doing Better for Boys” examined how adolescent boys are navigating school, family, and digital culture. Moderator Christopher Pepper introduced experts from education, medicine, and media research to unpack the pressures boys face...
Is This Tech's Big Tobacco Moment? | 2026 Common Sense Summit
The Common Sense Summit panel brought together California Attorney General Rob Bonta and New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez to argue that big‑tech platforms are entering a "big tobacco" moment. Both officials detailed multistate litigation against Meta, TikTok and...
Will the Steamy Moments in You, Me & Tuscany Make Teens Blush? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Media review evaluates the Netflix romantic comedy “You, Me & Tuscany,” asking whether its steamy moments are appropriate for teenage viewers. The analysis finds the film leans toward a light‑hearted love story rather than explicit content. Apart from...
Will Families Get a Kid-Friendly Kick Out of Hoppers? | Common Sense Movie Minute
Common Sense Media reviews Pixar’s upcoming animated adventure Hoppers, a story about college student Mabel whose consciousness is transferred into a robotic beaver. The film is positioned as a family‑friendly option for children eight and older. The narrative mixes slapstick predator‑prey...
Is the Edgy Drama in The Drama Too Mature for Young Teens? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The video examines whether the edgy drama *The Drama* is appropriate for young teenagers, focusing on its blend of romantic comedy tropes with unsettling, adult‑oriented material. It highlights the film’s premise—a couple questioning their impending marriage—while questioning the suitability of...
Does the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Level up the Big-Screen Scares? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Movie Minute reviews the Super Mario Galaxy film, a sequel that translates Nintendo’s beloved platform game into a family‑oriented cinematic adventure. While the plot follows Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach on a universe‑saving quest, the video emphasizes...
Could Protecting Kids Online Be a Competitive Advantage? | 2026 Common Sense Summit
The 2026 Common Sense Summit panel asked whether protecting children online can become a competitive advantage. Speakers included Pinterest CEO Bill Ready and UK Baroness Kidron, who framed the debate as a clash between safety and innovation that can...
Refining the Feed: Curating a Better Online Experience for Our Kids
The discussion, hosted by Common Sense Media’s Jasmine Hood Miller, tackles how children’s feeds are saturated with disturbing news, violent memes, and AI‑generated content, and why parents must actively curate these digital experiences. Dr. Earl Turner explains that the brain...
Is the Ready or Not Sequel Even Gorier than the First Film? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Movie Minute reviews Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, asking whether the sequel is even gorier than its predecessor. The short video outlines the film’s premise—a newly married woman pursued by a wealthy, satanic family intent on...
What Kids & Families Think About AI | Conversations with Common Sense Media
In this episode of Conversations with Common Sense Media, Michael Rob and pollster Kristen Sult Anderson unpack new research on how American families and teens perceive artificial intelligence. The study, conducted with Echelon Insights and Lake Research Partners, probes attitudes...
Is Project Hail Mary a Safe Pick for Families with Young Teens? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Media review evaluates the Netflix sci‑fi drama “Project Hail Mary” to determine whether it is appropriate for families with young teenagers. The analysis centers on the film’s content, themes, and the age‑based recommendation provided by the organization. The review...
Will Families Get a Kid-Friendly Kick Out of Hoppers? | Common Sense Movie Minute
The Common Sense Movie Minute reviews "Hoppers," an animated adventure that follows college student Mabel, whose consciousness is transferred into a robotic beaver. The short positions the film as a kid‑friendly, environmentally‑themed story aimed at audiences seven years and older. The...