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Top movies Frozen, 5 stars, on 5+, This musical masterpiece will have you and your kids singing for weeks afterward. And its messages of sisterhood and cautions against making rash decisions are positive for kids. Waded, 5 stars, on 9+, Kids can gain a lot from seeing how other kids live, even if it's very different from their own experiences. This poignant movie follows an independent girl living in a traditional culture and trying to find her own way. Gravity, 5 stars, on 14+, This thrilling space drama is like nothing else and will have viewers on the edge of their seats for a big payoff. Watch it! Monsters University, 4 stars, on 5+, We love the smart writing and original stories packed into this college tale featuring some of our favourite animated characters. Despicable Me 2, 4 stars, on 6+, Minions make everything better. This movie is lots of fun even without the adorable creatures, but they add a humorous zip that makes watching a joy. The Short Game, 4 stars, on 7+, Who knew golf could be so interesting? These young pros make the game look like so much fun. The Croods, 4 stars, on 8+, This goofy prehistoric family go on a treacherous journey, but it brings them together while making us laugh. From up on Poppy Hill, 4 stars, on 9+, This inspiring, romantic story about teens set in the 1960s has the distinctive feel of Hayao Miyazaki, who wrote this movie while his son directed. The Painting, 4 stars, on 9+, This stunning animated drama tackles prejudice and forbidden love, so it's not for those looking for light-hearted fun, but it's moving and gorgeous. Ender's Game, 4 stars, on 12+, This beloved YA novel turned out pretty well on the big screen -- somehow capturing the intensity and the innocence of the young characters tasked with saving the world.