Cinema is a hobby that many people, of all ages, adore. It's quite normal. Movies convey stories to us and make us live and see realities that perhaps otherwise we would never have had in mind. In addition, they can also teach us great things and values. For children, adolescents and young people who are in the process of development, films can also be important in their perception and perspective of the world, they can educate thanks to the values that they can teach them.
Next we are going to tell you about some educational films that are great for your children to see. Some are ideal for children and adolescents, others better for adolescents and young people due to their complexity ... but all of them are ideal for them to see and understand different realities that they are not as far from their lives as it seems.
Requiem for a Dream (2000, D. Aronofsky)
In this film the different types of addictions are described and it is a film with quite harshness in its images. But it is an ideal film to work with your children on drug prevention or any type of addiction. It allows to analyze the addiction processes and the consequences that they always have.
American History X (1998, Tony Kaye)
A young neo-Nazi goes to jail for killing a black man and when he comes out he wants to reintegrate himself into society and separate himself from the whole world of crime and racism in which he previously lived. The problem begins when he discovers that his little brother has followed in his footsteps before entering prison and is involved in hatred and vandalism. The protagonist will fight to keep his brother away from that dangerous world. This film talks about family and love, the example, the absurdity of violence ...
The Pianist (2002, Roman Polanski)
This movie touches the heart because it is based on true events. It tells about the life of a brilliant Polish pianist who is of Jewish origin who resides in the Warsaw ghetto with his family. In 1939 the Germans invade Poland and avoid deportation thanks to some friends but he has to be in hiding if he wants to survive. A great film to learn to fight against any adversity, no matter how complicated it may be ...
Wall-e (2008, Andrew Stanton)
The story is about a robot named Wall-E who is the only one left on planet Earth after humans leave it. He has a cockroach as a pet and together they spend their days cleaning up the garbage that remains on the planet. One day, Wall-E encounters EVE, a graceful reconnaissance robot on a mission to find a living plant on earth. Wall-E's adventures begin with EVE, who takes him on a journey that determines the fate of humanity. This movie imagines the destruction done by humans to your planet Earth and how there is still a chance to reverse the damage.
Coco (2017, Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina)
Miguel loves music and idolizes the famous musician Ernesto de la Cruz. But, for some strange reason, no one in his family is allowed to sing or play music of any kind. His desperation to prove his musical talent leads him to the Land of the Dead. Then a chain of mysterious events begins that reveals the secret behind the ban on music in his family. The story talks about the hope, optimism, and passion that a child can have for an art form. Coco is an excellent educational animated film for children.
Trilogy "Back to the Future" (1985-1990, Robert Zemeckis)
The story is about 17-year-old Marty McFly, who is accidentally sent 30 years into the past, through the time travel machine invented by a scientist. The film is about how he finds his way back to the future by encouraging his teenage parents to meet and fall in love, while convincing the scientist of his future invention. The story is inspiring and entertaining and shows a teenage boy's battle against time to preserve his future without disturbing the past.
Inside Out (2015, Pete Docter)
Adolescence is the time when emotions take a roller coaster ride within a child's mind. Eleven-year-old Riley is no exception and is guided by many emotions such as sadness, anger, anguish, joy, and fear. All your feelings are controlled in the headquarters (brain), which transports you from negative emotions to positive ones. The story personifies emotions like these little people inside our heads and how we hear and feel these little voices to make decisions in our lives. It is a beautifully made animated film that portrays the storm of emotions in a young mind in a lighter vein and sends a message of staying positive and happy.
Forrest Gump (1994, Robert Zemeckis)
This Tom Hanks film tells the inspiring story of a man with a low IQ who accomplishes many incredible feats. Earn the Medal of Honor for bravery, become an expert ping pong player, inspire the famous Elvis Presley dance and make money selling shrimp. It is a truly inspiring story that every student must see. The film conveys that nothing is impossible if you are willing enough. There is an amazing line in the movie to ponder: “Mom always said that life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are going to get "
The Dead Poets Club (1989, Peter Weir)
John Keating, an English teacher who amazes everyone with his unorthodox teaching methods and creates a lasting impact on the hearts of his students. At first it seemed like an arduous and complicated task but thanks to his persistence and personality, he is gaining the affection and respect of each and every one of his students.
The Pursuit of Happiness (2006, Gabriele Muccino)
It is an American biographical drama film based on the life of businessman Chris Gardner directed by Gabriele Muccino in 2006. In this movie, Will Smith plays the role of Gardner, He goes from being a homeless salesman to a brokerage house with his sheer determination and will power.