9 Movies you and your pre-teen can agree on
Looking for the perfect movie night that bridges the generation gap? This curated list has something for everyone. From heartfelt dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, these films balance engaging plots and relatable characters, ensuring audiences of all ages with enjoy. Grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready to enjoy these cinematic gems that promise to spark fun conversations and create cozy memories.
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)A modern retelling of The Taming of the Shrew, where a high school teen hires a bad boy to date her older, rebellious sister, sparking unexpected romance. |
The Parent Trap (1998)Two identical twin sisters, separated at birth, reunite at a summer camp and plot to get their divorced parents back together, leading to chaos and heartwarming moments. |
Labyrinth (1986)A teenage girl enters a magical labyrinth to rescue her baby brother from the Goblin King, encountering strange creatures and dangerous puzzles in this fantasy adventure. |
Sixteen Candles (1984)On her 16th birthday, a teen girl struggles with family neglect, unrequited love, and high school drama, navigating awkward but funny adolescent moments in this John Hughes classic. |
Freaky Friday (2003)A mother and daughter switch bodies due to a magical spell, leading to comedic chaos as they experience each other's lives and learn valuable lessons about empathy and family. |
Woman and the Sea (2024)The inspiring true story of a woman's journey to break free from societal expectations and conquer the challenges of the sea, exploring themes of resilience and self-discovery. |
Happy Gilmore (1996)A hot-headed hockey player turned golfer uses his unorthodox style to save his grandmother's house, learning life lessons and gaining self-awareness while battling a snobby rival. |
The Greatest Showman (2017)A musical drama inspired by P.T. Barnum's creation of the circus, celebrating the outcasts and misfits who find acceptance, fame, and love through the power of show business. |
Sing Street (2016)A young boy in 1980s Dublin forms a band to impress a girl, discovering friendship, music, and love along the way in this coming-of-age story filled with ’80s hits. |