Spy Kids

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  • Spy Kids -- Terrific fantasy-action film in which two children (Alexa Vega, Daryl Sabara) become spies to save their former-spy parents (Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino) and the world from a mad genius (Alan Cumming). Not only does writer-director Robert Rodriquez's flick synthesize a winning adventure story and cool special effects, it also underscores the importance of family. Some menace and several mild action sequences. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is (A-II) -- adults and adolescents. (PG) -- parental guidance suggested. 2001 Dimensions




    These movies have been evaluated for artistic merit and moral suitability by the media reviewing division of Catholic News Service. The reviews include the CNS rating, the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and a brief synopsis of the movie.

    The classifications are as follows:

    A-I -- general patronage;
    A-II -- adults and adolescents;
    A-III -- adults;
    L -- limited adult audience, films whose problematic content many adults would find troubling. L replaces the previous classification, A-IV.
    O -- morally offensive.

    Note: Some movies previously were designated A-IV. Older films with this classification should be regarded as classified L.

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