As every year, December is full of movie outings and especially movies to watch with the family. In December, 10 feature films are released in our cinemas, which are intended for young audiences. Here’s a selection of movies to watch with the family in December, categorized by release date and age to help you find your way.
Also pay attention to the short film programs: For Kids, The Big Christmas of Animals (in cinemas from November 27) and Mon beau sapin (in cinemas on December 18), as well as Le Conte des contes, films by Yuri Norstein. (December 4) to see from the age of 8.
And for the October movies that are still in theaters, here it is!
Wayana from 2 – 6 years
It was released on November 27 – Eight years after the first film, Wayana is back in theaters with new adventures! In this film, set 3 years after his previous adventure, an explorer embarks on a journey that takes him to the treacherous waters off the coast of the Pacific Islands after an unexpected invitation from his ancestors. . Accompanied by a small army, Waianae finds the demigod Maui, who will try to unite the peoples of the ocean.
Moana 2 Continues from the first film and deepens the themes of quest, legacy and responsibility. The heroine has developed and continues to learn until the last scene, in which the story of Moana will take a completely new path.
Christmas Disney expands the world of Moana and takes us on a great magical adventure. Please note: The film contains a post-credits scene.
Evil – from 8 years old
It was released on December 4 – was Wonka in 2023. This year, the big magical and musical holiday show will be another movie that starts with W: Wicked. Or the adaptation of the musical comedy of the same name, which has been running continuously in London since 2006, a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, which focuses on the origins of the Wicked Wizard of the West.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo star as bubbly Glinda and sullen Elphaba in John M. Chu’s in this musical comedy (Where We Come From, Sexy Dance 3D) that covers the show’s classics (Tibbs). “Defying Gravity” and “popular” in view), in a great storm of colors, by turns funny, moving and exciting, developing a very relevant message about tolerance and difference.
The stage version of Wicked has already seduced 65 million people, of which the film adapts only the first part (the second will arrive at the end of November 2025). And you risk increasing this indicator and finding out that its status is “phenomenon” Nothing but usurped.
Niko the little deer, the mission of Santa Claus – from 3 years old
released December 11 – After Niko the Little Reindeer (2008) and Niko the Little Reindeer 2 (2012), the beloved flying reindeer returns to the cinema to delight children.
In Niko the Little Reindeer, on a mission for Santa Claus, the young hero leaves his family to join his father and strives to become a member of Santa’s flying reindeer team. There he meets Stella, a talented young reindeer. When Santa’s sleigh goes missing, Nico and his friends head to the frozen north to find him in time to save Christmas.
A wonderful Christmas movie about helping others that will delight young people.
A Teddy Pooh Christmas – Ages 6 and up
released December 11 – After A Christmas Mystery, Norwegian director Andrea Ekerbom is back with Teddy Pooh’s Christmas, a wonderful tale to watch with the family. Perfect for a first live action film after a feature film.
While the first snowflakes have just appeared, Marianna is looking forward to the coming of Christmas with the whole family. But the little girl can’t help but think of Teddy, the adorable teddy bear she saw on the shelf of a Christmas market stand. Sure of it, he saw her sneeze: what if he was really alive? She dreams of making friends with him, but someone else has just won the lottery… With more stuffed animals and a hint of Christmas magic, will she be able to get to her teddy bear?
Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light – Ages 8 and up
released December 11 – Contrechamp Jury Prize at the Annecy Film Festival 2023 Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light follows Tony, an 11-year-old boy who lives almost always in isolation in his room and only comes out on a string because of his difference. : glows in the dark. One day, young Shelley moves into the building. Shelley and Tony become friends and decide to meet the strange light-eating black shapes that are roaming around.
A beautiful film about difference, self-acceptance and the power of friendship and family. On the animation side, the feature film is a mixed bag traffic stop and digital effects.
Mufasa: The Lion King – Ages 8 and up
released December 18 – Five years after Jon Favreau’s The Lion King, Disney is gearing up to unveil Mufasa, a prequel centered around Simba’s father’s youth.
Directed by Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins, the feature film, written by Jeff Nathanson (already the screenwriter of the 2019 film), takes place in the form of flashbacks. Mufasa’s story is told to Kiara – daughter of Simba and Nala – by Rafik, Timon and Pumbaa.
This new Disney film will allow us to discover Mufasa’s youth and the origins of his hatred of his brother Scar. In terms of vocal casting, Tahar Rahim voices the adult Mufasa, and Gwental Marimuttu, a former contender from season three, voices the adult Mufasa. voiceDouble Taka, Scar’s real name.
Get ready for a grand return to Savannah!
Sonic 3 – Ages 8 and up
25 came out December – Sonic is back! Not to play tricks on us, but to thwart Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey), his sworn nemesis, who is teamed up here with Grandpa (also playing the star of The Mask , with double the number of insanity). As well as the hero’s insatiable shadow, a double negative, voiced by Keanu Reeves and gifted with kung fu.
Sega’s mascot will thankfully be able to rely on his friends Tails and Knuckles for this mission, which will take them to London in particular, and where the concepts of friendship and family will be more than ever at the center of the story, which will obviously be the case. His share of knowledge in video games, the star of which was Sonic, has been since 1991.
The perfect family show for the holidays, with a bonus gift: a post-credits scene designed to surprise the fourth installment, announced by director Jeff Fowler. So don’t leave as fast as Sonic at the end of the movie.
Source: Allocine
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