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There's still hope for them -- that's what's thrilling. You almost long to protect these two once you get to know the adults who are scrambling around trying to find them, including Bruce Willis as the island's lonely sheriff and Tilda Swinton as the all-business social services worker known only as Social Services. The grown-ups don't provide much heft, especially toward the end, but maybe that was intentional to make the kids' relationship stand out that much more. Longtime Anderson friend and collaborator Jason Schwartzman rounds out the excellent supporting cast as the fast-talking, highly efficient scout leader who helps Sam and Suzy with their plan; the performance will put a familiar smile on your face as it suggests who "Rushmore's" Max Fischer might have grown up to become. "Moonrise Kingdom," a Focus Features release, is rated PG-13 for sexual content and smoking. Running time: 94 minutes. Three and a half stars out of four. ___ Motion Picture Association of America rating definitions: G -- General audiences. All ages admitted. PG -- Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13 -- Special parental guidance strongly suggested for children under 13. Some material may be inappropriate for young children. R -- Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NC-17 -- No one under 17 admitted.
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