Let me say that as a parent there has always been a fundamental reason that I think has to do with the catharsis of watching films, that is, the gathering place of different cultures languages and ideas. Here I want to talk about french movies for kids, French films have been great fun with my children. After spending hours watching good films with the children, I also try to have their mind and body soaked in the French culture. It brings me joy to say that in this article I am going to guide you on some of the French entertainments that make good entertainment for your children.
Top 10 French movies for Kids
1. Kirikou and the Sorceress (1998)
Original Title: Kirikou et la Sorciere
Director: Michel Ocelot
Why Its a Family Favorite: This gorgeous animated feature movie is about Kirikou who is called a very little boy with a very big heart who puts in all his efforts to free his village form a very strange woman with a powerful magic. As for my children, they were completely overwhelmed by the bravery of Kirby and the magnificent African landscapes. It is such a beautiful tale which teaches one of different qualities of being brave, encouraging compassion not just for how people look like even the children’s physical features but from the emotional level.
2. The Red Balloon (1956)
Original Title: Le Ballon Rouge
Director: Albert Lamorisse
Family favorite:This classic drama narrates the tale of the little boy who has a best friend which is a life like red balloon. It doesn’t matter what people’s age is, even those who don’t speak the language will be able to follow it anyway because there are not many dialogues especially for the kids. I am talking about this because I felt it when I watched this movie for the first time with my kids, it was so soothing and it is a voyage that somewhat elevates your mood.
3. Ernest & Celestine (2012)
Original Title: Ernest et Celestine
Directors: Stéphane Aubier, Vincent Patar, Benjamin Renner
Family favorite: The gentle tale of the huge bear and the tiny mouse who ends up and against all the odds befriends the tiny mouse was endearing. I really liked watercolor animation, very very beautiful. This is a beautiful story about tolerance and about the ugly face of intolerance. It initiated good conversations with my children regarding how such variations can be perceived as well as what true friendship is all about.
4. Une vie de chat (2010)
Original Title: A Cat in Paris
Directed by: Jean-Loup Felicioli, Alain Gagnol
And Why It Is the Family’s Favorite: This film is a must-watch considering that your family enjoys mystery genres. It is about Dino, a day in the life of a little girl who has a pet cat and a night, a sweet burglar. The kids were on the edge of seats, and the beautiful views of Paris made us dream. SFO 20-B-8-5 UTC.
5. The Little Prince (2015)
Original Title: Le Petit Prince
Directed by: Mark Osbourne.
And Why It Is the Family’s Favorite: It is based on the book ‘The Little Prince’ by the French writer Antoine de Saint-Exupery but this animation brings the story in a context where a little imaginary girl and a real one help to explore the wonders of imagination. We had lots of fun reading it, we shed lots of tears while tackling it and reminded ourselves why it is so nice to be a toddler. 35.
6. Belle and Sebastian (2013)
Original Title: Belle et Sebastien
Director: Nicolas vanier /////
And Why It Does Not Hurt To Be A Child: The French border in WWII captures the tender relationship between a boy and his dog against the dramatic picture of a boy against the dramatic picture of clrangeos mountains.
Battled but enfolded with love by the daughter’s family members was Belle one of the gorgeous mountain dogs and the movie covered history heroism and women’s best companion.
7. The Triplets of Belleville (2003)
Original Title: Les Triplettes de Belleville
Director: Sylvain Chomet
Why It’s a Family Favorite: Because I think that this is an interesting and creative idea which may be classified as an animated film or cartoon. It is about a grand-mother and her dog who attempt to save her grandson who participates in the Tour de France race. My family loved the unusual style of the illustrations and jokes in these films and so they play mostly on a loop in the house.
8. The Painting (2011)
Original Title: Le Tableau
Director: Jean-François Laguionie
Why It’s a Family Favorite: For instance, it usually happens that in a story like this, characters step out of an unfinished painting – that’s how the film is designed. It inspired my kids to think differently about art and art’s stories. We had a great fun with self made paints after coming back from the movie and seeing it.
9. Azur & Asmar: The Princes’ Quest (2006)
Original Title: Azur et Asmar
Director: Michel Ocelot
Why It’s a Family Favorite: The movie can be called visually great because it shows the stories of the boys who belong to two different cultures and it is infused with mages and magic. It is a very good commendation towards attitude’s and ethnic diversity. To be sure, for our family the pictures were very much absorbing: every such oddness with those bright hues and the philosophical approach that love knows no boundaries.
10. Mia and the Migoo (2008)
Original title: Mia et le Migou
Director: Jacques-Rémy Girerd
Why It’s a Family Favorite: This is another family adventure too but this time. It is even more about planet, environmentally friendly. Focuses around a brave girl Mia who embarks on a journey to save her father and protect a holy tree. The entire animation hand drawn by graphics was very convincing. The outer environmental concern was of course something that my kids respond to. It prompted us to talk given that, how can we contribute towards safeguarding Mother Nature.
Why They Love French Films?
It has been gratifying to me as a parent to view such films with young children. I also have to spices up our family times with entertaining and availing information stories.
French movie nights can indeed be a good and fun experience for you. Below are some tips on how to make them even better.
Language Learning: In this instance, you would also want to watch the films in French. This enables them to acquire new vocabulary through a fun activity for the kids.
Cultural Exploration: Cooperatively make a straightforward French meal, say, cr èpes or baguette sandwiches. Either before or after you watch the we’ve-gone-to-hollywood trailer of the movie. It’s tasty and makes it easy to capture memories of France within the walls of your house.
Creative Arts: Have the kids make creations from the movie which include impressive pictures or stories based on the film or the characters with the scenes. It’s a great way to extend the passion for the film even when one is not watching it.
Family Talks: Discuss the things that movies want to contribute to, including the core ideas and their meaning. Then ask questions like “Which of these design elements stood out to you in that particular story?” or “What type of challenges did the characters have to overcome and how?” Final Thoughts It is natural for anyone to say that letting the kids watch the French-style films is a delightful journey hypnotizing children with lots of smiles and teaching them at the same time. The plethora of French films is greatly filled with what “imagination” is needed and help sparking (if not creating) their appetite for the outside world. I hope your family enjoys these films as much as my family does. Happy watching, and as the French would say, bon cinéma! For more insights on the importance, check out this post by Walid.
