2008 has been a wonderful year for family films. From animated to realistic characters, these movies are sure to be a hit with everyone in the family. Finally, something everyone can agree on.
Wall-E
An animated movie, this loveable robot has caused critics in Los Angeles to boast that this movie will make the upcoming Oscar nominee list come January. Some of the best animation yet, it is no surprise that this film is made possible by Pixar, the creators of Toy Story, The Incredibles, and Finding Nemo. With a brilliant story line, kids will love the animated action scenes and adults will love the impressive story line.
- Director: Andrew Stanton
- Writers: Andrew Stanton, Jim Reardon, Pete Doctor
- Released: 27 June 2008
- Running Time: 98 Min
- MPAA: G
Kung Fu Panda
What do you get when you put a loveable animated animal like a Panda and mix it with a love of kung fu? You get an enjoyable, funny and most of all entertaining film for the whole family. This movie has the whole package, including top voices behind the animation like those of Angelina Jolie, Jack Black and Jackie Chan. With over the top animation and well developed characters this is a gift idea that is sure to be a treat.
- Directors: Mark Osborne and John Stevenson
- Writers: Glenn Berger and Jonathan Aibel
- Released: 6 June 2008
- Running Time: 92 Min
- MPAA: PG
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Combining several favorite film genres, this family movie is sure to accommodate any taste. Fantasy, action, adventure, sci-fi, and suspense all fit into the description of this movie that, despite its vast inclusion of genres, maintains an impressive PG rating. Also released in 3-D, you will enjoy the thrills of seeing the lost world inside the earth not uncovered until now.
- Director: Eric Brevig
- Writers: Michael D Weiss, Jennifer Flackett and Mark Levin
- Released: 11 July 2008
- Running time: 93 Min
- MPAA: PG
Horton Hears a Who!
Based off the popular Dr. Seuss books, Horton Hears a Who! is perfect, especially if the film is to entertain younger children. Running a few minutes short of an hour and a half it is a film that both a toddler and parent can enjoy together. Jim Carrey is the voice behind the main character Horton, an elephant, while other top name actors and actresses including Seth Rogen, Steve Carell, Jonah Hill and Amy Poehler combine to create this work of brilliance.
- Directors: Jimmy Hayward and Steve Martino
- Writers: Ken Daurio, Cinco Paul, Dr. Seuss (story)
- Released: 14 March 2008
- Running: 86 Min
- MPAA: G
Speed Racer
The story of an independent racer, Speed, this film is full of creative bright colors through out along with a fun upbeat soundtrack. Kids will enjoy the chimp “Chim Chim” and this fresh twist on a story mixed between fantasy and reality. Based off a cartoon and housing a positive moral message of reaching for the stars, this movie sheds a new light on the way that films are viewed in the world today.
- Directors: Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski
- Writers: Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski
- Released: 9 May 2008
- Running Time: 135 Min
- MPAA: PG
Not looking for family films? If you're looking for comedies click here. If action films is what you want try here. Dramas? No problem just click here. Horror or thriller? Here.
 |
