5 movies about kids that adults should watch

“We all come from childhood” – this phrase has become a hackneyed one among psychologists, but there is really truth in it. In childhood, when we are a “clean slate” and all mistakes are still ahead of us, the most important events take place.

Children are absolutely sincere and open to the world. Adults have something to learn from them. We offer a selection of movies about children, which would be interesting to those who have long since not a child.

“Miracle”

Tür: drama.

Age limit: 12+.

Starring: Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay.

Yönetmenim: Stephen Chbosky.

A touching story about a boy with an unusual appearance shows how different children can be. They are not always kind and polite to each other, especially when someone has a peculiarity.

August was born with an unusual face for everyone – he underwent 27 surgical operations due to a genetic error. The boy realizes that he is different and will have to face society’s judgment in his life.

Why watch it for adults?

You will be incredibly surprised by the strength of spirit and character of this child. Despite everything, he tries to prove that he can be just like everyone else and even better. The movie answers an important question – what is the most important thing in a person: appearance or soul?

“Miracle”

“The Parent Trap”

Tür: drama, melodrama, comedy, adventure.

Age limit: 12+.

Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Natasha Richardson, Dennis Quaid.

Directed by: Nancy Meyers.

Lindsay Lohan’s acclaimed film comedy about two twins who were separated by their parents when they were children. Meeting by chance at camp, they can’t believe that they are so similar in appearance. The puzzles come together, and the girls realize that they are sisters. The heroines set a goal to reconcile long divorced parents. They try to do it by any means necessary.

Why should adults watch it?

After watching this movie, you will understand – children can sometimes be smarter and more determined than adults. In addition to the comedy component, the movie is about how important it is to be able to keep love.

“The Parent Trap”

“Sisters”

Tür: drama, crime.

Age limit: 16+.

Starring: Oksana Akinshina, Ekaterina Gorina, Sergei Bodrov Jr.

Yönetmenim: Sergei Bodrov, Jr.

Legendary movie by Sergei Bodrov Jr., which “exploded” the world of cinematography in the noughties. The picture shows the story of two sisters who are left to themselves in the difficult time of the 90s.

Why should adults watch it?

Faced with non-childish difficulties, the girls show remarkable courage and resilience. Despite all the difficulties, they stick together, which is worth learning from many. Not every adult is capable of this.

“Sisters”

“Good Children Don’t Cry”

Tür: drama.

Age limit: 12+.

Starring: Hannah Obbeck, Nils Verkoyen, Bram Flick.

Yönetmenim: Dennis Botes.

A Dutch movie about the difficult story of a girl Ekka. She studies at school, loves sports, is very ambitious and venturesome. But suddenly her health deteriorates and she is diagnosed with cancer. It is touching to see how her classmates support Ecki, bringing gifts and cards to the hospital with support and wishes for a speedy recovery.

Why watch for adults?

This movie will teach you how important it is to be responsive and kind to your fellow human beings. Another important point that the movie will teach you is that things can change in a diametrically opposite way. The boy who has always bullied the main character suddenly starts to care and look after her more than the others! Here unfolds a story of real, true and pure love.

“Good children do not cry”

“Karate Kid”

Tür: action, drama.

Age limit: 12+.

Starring: Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan.

Directed by: Harold Zwart.

Are you ready to learn martial arts for love? 12-year-old Dre Parker meets a girl, but because of her father’s national prejudice, they can’t be together. The boy is also forced to confront a gang of bullies, and to prove his strength of character and fighting spirit, he finds a kung fu teacher.

Why adults should watch.

The movie reveals the resilient and determined character of a young karate kid. An incredibly motivational story that shows that on the way to your goal you can overcome any obstacles. At any age.

“Karate Kid”

From every movie we expect emotions. Who but children can cause a surge of feelings! These pictures will definitely not leave you indifferent and will prove once again that children can really teach us a lot or remind us of the most important things in life.