Don't insist, we won't release the Christmas films right away. For now, we invite you to extend the spirit of Halloween with a horror film designed for children (Monster House), then slowly transition into festive mode with Mary Poppins Returnswithout forgetting to nourish the cinephile of young audiences with the first steps of Antoine Doisnel in The 400 Blows. Between two film clubs, we found a clever animated series (Mystery Lane) and an endearing sitcom (Lay Lay) to relax the kids after school.
“Monster House”: children also have the right to jump
Halloween is over, but children who like to be scared will shiver with happiness in front of this very friendly animated film directed by Gil Kenan, currently available on Netflix. The “monstrous house” in question is the one opposite that of DJ, a pre-teen intrigued by the behavior of the owner of this dilapidated shack, from which he only leaves to terrorize the neighborhood children. The old man is obviously hiding a dark secret, which it will be up to DJ and his friends – a chubby neighbor and a passing girl scout – to discover. Visible from 7 years old, Monster House is a tender-hearted horror film, ideal for a family evening.
Animated film directed by Gil Kenan (EU, 2006, 91 min). On demand on Netflix.
“Mary Poppins Returns”: Emily Blunt takes up the torch
Dare we say it, this reboot of the Disney classic is a marvel and this has a lot to do with the aura and talent of Emily Blunt, who takes up the torch from Julie Andrews with delicious mischief. Rather than a remake, Rob Marshall's film is a sequel, inspired by the seven books published by author Pamela L. Travers after the success of the first volume, and set during the Great Depression. We find the Banks family, in the grip of serious financial difficulties from which they will emerge thanks to the return, through the chimney, of their nanny from hell. The riot of digital special effects will undoubtedly tire adults a little, but will amaze young people (from 7 years old). Only its slightly excessive duration (more than two hours) risks boring the little ones. Reserve for long autumn afternoons, therefore!
Film directed by Rob Marshall. With Emily Blunt, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Whishaw (EU, 2018, 131 min). On demand on Disney+.
“The 400 Blows”: in the footsteps of Antoine Doisnel
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