R

What it’s about: The 40-year anniversary of the original “Halloween” calls for a sequel, and this time Laurie Strode is prepared to face off with killer Michael Myers.

The kid attractor factor: Teens will be drawn to the horror slasher genre.

Violence: Many brutal and gory deaths at the hands of Michael Myers: stranglings, slashings, shootings, burnings, etc.

Language: Some swearing throughout.

Sexuality: Some teens kissing, making out, references to sex, etc.

Drugs: Teens drinking and smoking marijuana.

Parents advisory: This is too violent for kids but has plenty of slasher horror fun for teens.

R

What it’s about: Jonah Hill’s directorial debut follows a group of teen boys hanging out at an LA skate shop in the ’90s.

The kid attractor factor: This is more of an indie flick; kids might be drawn to the cool skater culture.

Violence: Some brutal scraps, falls, splats and beatings. A car wreck.

Language: Swearing and strong language throughout.

Sexuality: A sexual scene with young teens. No graphic nudity, but discussion and reference to sex acts.

Drugs: Marijuana and pills, teen drinking.

Parents advisory: Too mature for younger audiences. Appropriate for teens only.

PG-13

What it’s about: The Marvel Comics spider-verse tale of Eddie Brock, a reporter with an alien parasite named Venom. It may be from the comics, but this isn’t a superhero movie — think supervillain.

The kid attractor factor: The comic book origins, the action genre and character will draw kids and teens.

Violence: Some alien fights, motorcycle chases, stabbings, etc.

Language: Some swearing.

Sexuality: A kiss, an implied sex scene (no nudity).

Drugs: None.

Parents advisory: Way too scary for younger kids.