Cinema with children: what movies should you see in September?

The tiger who invited himself to tea – from 3 years old

Released on September 14 – A program of 4 short animated films based on the film Le Tigre qui s’invita pour le thé, adapted from the Judith Kerr album. When young Sophie is about to have tea with her mother, the tiger knocks on the door and politely asks for tea. Will Sophie and her mother prepare enough tea and cakes for this big gourmet?

Also in the program “Le Tigre sur la table”, in which the little tiger is very greedy, “When I grow up”, where the kitten dreams of becoming a tiger, and “Tigers à la queue leu leu”, in which there is a lazy child. He’s going to do everything he can to never work again.

This 42-minute program, which puts Phats in the spotlight, is perfect for a first-time cinema. The very sober animation on a white background, as in the book, allows young viewers to easily immerse themselves in the story. The film also conveys a message of tolerance and sharing.

Camel and Miller – from 4 years old

Released on September 21 – After The Jewel Mountain, The Small World of Bahador (Cannes Junior Grand Prix) and The Raven The Funny Sparrow, discover The Camel and the Miller, the new film by Abdollah Alimoradi.

This program of 3 short films, consisting of the films Robot and the Farmer, White Birds and Chamotte and Menuire, is an ecological and poetic triptych that should be seen from the age of 4.

The filmmaker explains: “Ecology is an integral part of our existence. My aim is to tell the story in a simple narrative form, attractive and educational. I want to talk to all ages and especially children.

When we talk to them, it’s clear to me that we have to talk about ecology: that’s why I do it in each of my films. Today, more than ever, it is important to talk about this, because what is at stake is nothing more and nothing less than the future of humanity. I am very proud to have put this topic at the center of my work for years.”

Coat – from 6 years

Released on September 21 – After writing the screenplay for Blue Sky Studios’ Rio 2 in 2014, director Rodrigo Pérez-Castro directs Koati, the first feature film in traditional animation that pays homage to Latin America.

This colorful film takes place in the heart of a hidden rainforest. Three unlikely friends embark on a perilous journey to save their forest…

An adventure film set in the heart of an incredible environment for an ecological tale that challenges viewers to protect the forests – especially the lungs of the Earth – and their inhabitants.

Bakugan Evolutions – from 7 years

Released on September 24 – Bakugan fans get ready! Movie Evolution of Bakugan It will be shown in cinemas exclusively on September 24 and 25.

Strange things are happening in Los Volmos – the elemental energy from Vestroia is spreading across the Earth and creating mysterious phenomena. While investigating one of these disturbances, Dany and Draco encounter a new rival team of fighters: the Elemental Fighters. Fantasticas discover the power of nanogens, evolutions, and elemental battles and must unite to save the world from the threat of elemental storms.

Inspired by the animated series, this 1-hour movie is aimed at figurine lovers.

My father’s secrets – from the age of 8

Released on September 21 – My Father’s Secrets is an adaptation of Michel Kichka’s comic book, The Second Generation (Dargaud Editions).

In the 1960s, Michel and his brother had a happy childhood in a Jewish family. Their father, quiet and discreet, does not reveal anything about his past. But what is he hiding?

The animated feature film, directed by Vera Belmont (whose We Got to Survive With the Wolves) talks about deportation and the Holocaust, and shows the difficulties that deportees go through to come to rest and talk to their loved ones about what they’ve been through.

A film that takes place from the point of view of children and shows their vision of this war that they have not experienced. A historical and exciting film for ages 8 and up, a perfect addition to the history curriculum.

Clay demons – from 8 years old

Released on September 21 – Les Démons d’argile tells the story of Rosa, a successful businessman. The sudden death of the grandfather who raised him, and the guilt it causes, brings him back to the house where he grew up. Through a series of letters and clues, she discovers that he has given her an important task to complete. When he corrects the mistakes of his grandfather’s past, he manages to calm down.

The feature film shows the contrast between the stressful life of the city and the tranquility of the countryside, where the problems are very different. A contrast that is highlighted by the difference between the animation techniques used. Digital for the city and stop-motion for the countryside.

Director Nuno Bitto explains that Rosa’s search is directly related to the search for comfort that comes with embracing others, bonds of friendship, sharing and mutual support. “We all need human connections that grow beyond economic success and the illusion it creates.” And the heroine will understand this when she leaves the city.

Les Démons d’argile has several reading levels and is a must see for ages 8 and up. The clay figurines, inspired by traditional Portuguese symbolic figures, can be overwhelming for the youngest.

Supermaggot – from 3 years

Released on September 28 – The funniest superhero is Supermaggot! This 40-minute animated short program will entertain the little ones.

Adapted from the children’s book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, Supermaggot is a hero with a big heart who spends his days rescuing animals in the garden. When an evil saurian wizard captures her, who can help her? “Un paradis”, “Madame Coccinelle” and “Bémol” run before Superasticot.

From the creators of Monsieur Bout-de-Bois and Zébulon dragon.

This movie, whose heroes hide underground or in tall grass, will surprise young viewers.