Emily studied film and writing when she was in college. And when she isn’t being way too competitive while playing board games, she enjoys food, sleep, and geeking out with her husband indulging in their “nerdoms,” which is the collective fan cultures of everything they love, such as Star Wars, Star Trek, Stargate and Lord of the Rings.
This Disney+ flick delivers some nice messages about tense father-son relationships. But it’s got some spaceship speed bumps, too.
This paint-by-bloody-numbers slasher flick brings little more than effective jump scares to its hackneyed and cliched plot.
What are “grid zero” and “close friends” on Instagram? And how will YouTube new “Playables” affect teen’s screen time?
Donkey Hodie: Bedtime Stories helps kids get ready to sleep—which makes it one of the gentlest shows around.
A spinoff of Mister Rogers Neighborhood, Donkey Hodie stays true to the original show’s kind, educational mission.
Why are 11-year-olds on dating apps? How much caffeine is too much for teens? And why did my teen ask if I had a Walkman?
The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish is mostly cute, animated fun but might keep some families at bay until their kiddos are old enough to discern fantasy from reality.
Chaos Theory isn’t nearly as violent as the live-action movies—but it has some issues that still might bite families.
What TikTok alternatives are teens seeking as a potential ban looms? What is therapy-speak? And is it helpful or harmful?
Take Gossip Girl, set it in 1813 England, add in a few f-words, partial nudity, and gratuitous sex scenes, you’d get Bridgerton.
Is “oil pulling” safe? Do “cool kids” sleep worse? And tips on using Mental Health Awareness Month as a tech reset.
For the mom who enjoys a nice family movie night, we’ve got five momtastic suggestions to consider.
