Joseph Cianciotto believes that family time is important. It’s a great practice to have at least two hours a week for family movie night. And with all the classic, well-made sci-fi fantasy films throughout history, parents will never run out of options.
On that note, here are some of the best sci-fi and fantasy movies that both parents and children will enjoy.
The Neverending Story: There was just a certain charm about films released in the ‘80s that bring families together. “The Neverending Story” is one of these films. It touches on important issues on childhood such as depression, bullying, fighting for what is right, and more.
The Flight of Dragons: “The Flight of Dragons” is a classic by all standards. It’s an animated movie whose adventure looks very much inspired by “The Lord of the Rings.” A colorful tale that merges both real and magical worlds, this is a movie that kids will want to see over and over again.
The Incredibles: Much more recently, Disney’s “The Incredibles” and its sequel hit it big at the box-office, and for a good reason. Not only was it a hilarious take on superheroes, but it also reflected a lot of real family situations handled by real people, which many people, young and old, can relate to.
Harry Potter: The Harry Potter movies are excellent. However, Joseph Cianciotto believes that these may be for children who are a bit more mature. While the Hogwarts is a magical place filled with wonder and adventure, the story can take pretty dark turns, which children may not appreciate.
Joseph Cianciotto currently resides in Long Island, New York with his wife Jen and two daughters. Visit this blog for more articles about family and parenthood.
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