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Movie Talks

Using Media to Have Important Conversations With Your Kids

You and your children have busy lives, and it can be difficult to find time to have a good conversation with them…talking with them and listening to what they have to say, rather than talking “at” them. Watching a movie or series together and then talking about it can be a great way to create a space for these important conversations. It’s also a great way to share your values. The guides below suggest ways to use movies and series as an opening to talk about important concerns, as well as sharing an enjoyable experience! Each guide describes the themes of the program, includes maturity ratings, and gives ideas about conversation starters.


Options for Kiddos (PG)

  • Movie Talk: The Little Mermaid
    Education | Movie Talks PG

    Movie Talk: The Little Mermaid

    Maturity Rating: PG Synopsis: Ariel is an adventurous mermaid who wants to know what it’s like to live on land….Read Moreabout Movie Talk: The Little Mermaid

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  • Movie Talk: Twelve Forever
    Education | Movie Talks PG

    Movie Talk: Twelve Forever

    Maturity Rating: TV-PG Synopsis: This series centers on Reggie Abbott, an imaginative 12-year-old whose desire to remain a child is…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: Twelve Forever

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  • Movie talk: Aladdin, 2020
    Education | Movie Talks PG

    Movie talk: Aladdin, 2020

    Maturity Rating: PG Synopsis: Aladdin, a poor street thief, lives in the city of Agrabah. Aladdin must steal from the…Read Moreabout Movie talk: Aladdin, 2020

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  • Movie Talk: Trolls
    Education | Movie Talks PG

    Movie Talk: Trolls

    Maturity Rating: PG Synopsis: The Trolls are small, colorful creatures who love to sing, dance, hug, and having fun all…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: Trolls

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  • Movie Talk: Star Girl
    Education | Movie Talks PG

    Movie Talk: Star Girl

    Maturity Rating: PG Synopsis: When Leo Borlock’s father died, he and his mom moved to a new town. Leo doesn’t…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: Star Girl

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Options for Teens (PG-13 to MA)

  • Movie Talk: Barbie
    Education | Movie Talks Older Teens

    Movie Talk: Barbie

    Maturity Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: Barbie lives a perfect life in Barbie Land with the other exceptional Barbies and the Kens….Read Moreabout Movie Talk: Barbie

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  • Movie Talk: I am Not Ok with this
    Education | Movie Talks Older Teens

    Movie Talk: I am Not Ok with this

    Maturity Rating: TV-MA Synopsis: Trigger Warning: This program discusses suicide Sydney Novak is a 17-year-old who lives with her younger…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: I am Not Ok with this

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  • Movie Talk: Riverdale Season 1
    Education | Movie Talks Older Teens

    Movie Talk: Riverdale Season 1

    Maturity Rating: TV-14 Synopsis The quiet town of Riverdale is in shock after the mysterious death of Jason Blossom, a…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: Riverdale Season 1

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  • Movie Talk: The Social Dilemma
    Education | Movie Talks Older Teens

    Movie Talk: The Social Dilemma

    Maturity Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: The documentary shows the effect that a many companies, including Google, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: The Social Dilemma

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  • Movie Talk: 13 Reasons Why Season 1
    Education | Movie Talks Older Teens

    Movie Talk: 13 Reasons Why Season 1

    Maturity Rating: TV-MA Synopsis: Trigger Warning: This post contains language about sexual assault, suicidal ideation, bullying, and substance use that…Read Moreabout Movie Talk: 13 Reasons Why Season 1

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