This character driven movie was about a half hour too long, and that’s the only negative thing I have to say about The Boy Who Would Be King.
I enjoyed this movie a lot. It has all the ingredients needed to keep the audience of children entertained: out of control roots, things on fire, trees that want to hurt you, and a never ending supply of blazing skeletons on horseback. Aren’t there always blazing skeletons on horseback?
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There’s enough sound and movement to keep the very young kids happy, and the story will fascinate middle schoolers and even those well into junior high.
As for the adults, well, there’s Patrick Stewart…what else needs to be said? So, parents, back the SUV out of the garage, belt the kids in, and head on down to the local theater. Everyone will have a great time.
Grade: B
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There are no extra scenes during, or after, the end credits of The Kid Who Would Be King. (What we mean by Anything Extra.)
Rated (PG) for fantasy action violence, scary images, thematic elements including some bullying, and language
Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
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