"Don't Look Under the Bed" and "Eerie Indiana"

Jan. 30th, 2021 11:31 am
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This made-for-TV Disney movie is a fun adventure for tweens who like to be scared. Its TV movie credentials mean it's a little rough around the edges. The supporting cast are hit and miss and the dialogue clumsy -- particularly some of the boogeyman's rhymes, which feel forced. But Chambers' Frances is a likable lead, and younger viewers will find plenty of humor in Hodges' Larry. Valentine's boogeyman is also suitably scary -- if a little too scary for some. Don't Look Under the Bed touches on some poignant and relatable themes. Front and center is the balance between growing up too quickly and recognizing when it's time to say goodbye to your childhood. It's handled admirably, although the subplot around Frances' guilt over her brother Darwin's leukemia feels out of place and even cruel.

It was made in 1999 with a modest budget, and there are far better offerings available in the tween scary genre. Comparisons will be made to Stranger Things and Goosebumps, although it's actually closer to the '90s TV series Eerie, Indiana, both in tone and in atmosphere. But there's a certain nostalgic charm about this Disney scare-fest. Families should close the curtains, snuggle up, and let their imaginations run free. Just don't look under the bed!
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18 Kids’ Shows from the 90s your Family will Still Love

Feb. 16th, 2020 08:54 am
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The 90s were a crazy time, filled with floppy disks, lots of neon, very large TVs, gel pens and a bunch of other items that didn’t stand the test of time. One product of the 90s that does hold up is the TV shows. From The Magic School Bus to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, these series are just as entertaining and educational as they were 20 years ago. Not all kids will be able to look past the fashion or standard definition graphics, but there’s still a lot to love in these 18 kids’ shows from the 90s.

90s Shows for The Whole Family: Eerie, Indiana

“Because the subject matter changes with each episode and your kids’ sensitivity to one topic might be a bigger concern than to another, you might want to preview them before sharing them with your younger kids. For older kids, though, Eerie, Indiana is a fun, off-the-beaten-path throwback that’s so entertaining you’ll want to take in with them.”
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Feb. 16th, 2020 08:51 am
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Originally airing in the early '90s and comprising only 19 episodes, this series is easily overlooked amid more modern offerings, but it's actually a great pick for family entertainment. Although the title suggests some frightful content, these aren't the typical jump-out-of-your-skin kind of scares, nor are there any truly "bad" guys. Instead, they touch on urban legends like Bigfoot and aliens, or they cast suspicion on hallmarks of suburban life like Tupperware parties, all in a lighthearted context that's entertaining for a range of ages.

Because the subject matter changes with each episode and your kids' sensitivity to one topic might be a bigger concern than to another, you might want to preview them before sharing them with your younger kids. For older kids, though, Eerie, Indiana is a fun, off-the-beaten-path throwback that's so entertaining you'll want to take in with them. What's more, you'll both have fun comparing the '90s-style special effects to what CGI offers us today.
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