Choosing the right film for the movie night could be quite a challenge since there a lot of film choices nowadays. The lists are mostly chosen in the order of searching for the films that will be interesting for everyone, including children, good for a laugh, and with tender scenes. Hollywood has been churning out many a movie that fits this criterion. Here I present three best Hollywood movies, which families can watch together and everybody would like it.
1. The Lion King
Director: Roger Allers , Rob Minkoff
Starring: Matthew Broderick as Simba, Jeremy Irons as Scar, James Earl Jones as Mufasa and Whoopi Goldberg as Maid.
‘The Lion King’ is to this date one of Disney animated feature classics, enchanting viewers with a great plot and extraordinary graphics. The movie is based on the African savanna where the story focuses on young Simba who is to be a king. This is especially so where the viewers get to experience loss, responsibility and the discovery self, all of which are recurring features in the narrative.
From the release of the airborne masculine nested in hallowed ground accompanied by the famous ‘Circle of Life’ to Simba taking up the mantle of the rightful king, the entire movie is a course in the making of a classic. The graphics are great, bright colors and lovely drawn figures that help to paint the savanna as is in the nature. The outstanding James Earl Jones is Mufasa, Simba’s kind and sage father – an indispensable part of the movie’s soul.
‘The Lion King’ is not just a movie; it is a spectacle. It features an outstanding music by Elton John and Tim Rice featuring the ‘Hakuna Matata’ and ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight’. Since it is an amused film, it is good for a family night – movie and also has lessons in life that young and mature people can learn.
2. Finding Nemo (2003)
Director:Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich
Starring: An outstanding cast includes Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould, Willem Dafoe.
Beautiful animation of ‘Finding Nemo’ by Pixar gives audiences an exciting journey at the bottom of the ocean since the picture’s release. The movie is based on Marlin, the clown fish, who goes round the ocean to search for his son named Nemo who has been caught by a diver. During this journey, Marlin is incited by Dory, a wide-mouthed blue tang fish who suffers from short-term memory loss, and offers most part of the movie comedy.
The scenery of the movie itself is lovely; there are lovely colorful sea corals, different kinds of fish and the beautiful underwater world. The friendship between Marlin and Dory creates a comedic subplot as well as gives the story its load of emotion. While Marlin is searching for Nemo, the character is learning about his fears and coming out of his shell to trust other and more importantly, love. This film is a comedy-drama that has a good moral considering the importance of spending time with own families and friends as well as never giving up.
‘Finding Nemo’ was acclaimed for its superb narrative, brilliant computer graphics and acting by voice talent. Despicable Me has seen the distinctive Ellen DeGeneres voice acting for Dory; the moments of children and their feeling, as well as the adventurous nature of the film, makes the film perfect for family.
3. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2001).
Director: Chris Columbus
Starring: actors such as Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and Richard Harris
The first book and the first film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone mark the beginning of the series, which captivates viewers with delivering the magical world. The movie chronicle the life of Harry Potter growing up and learning on his eleventh birthday that he is a wizard and accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry experiences new life at Hogwarts school and learns the truth about history and fights different adversities in order to prove his courage and loyalty.
The major success of the film can be attributed to the fact that the sorcerer’s world is well depicted. The surroundings of the movie are fabulous: from the castle of Hogwarts to the addressed Diagon Alley. The youngsters who play Harry Potter, Ron and Hermione, namely Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson do a good job, though I sometimes felt that Radcliffe was overdoing it. The on-screen relationship they have and their development throughout the movie is the main attraction.
For children, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone has been a mere fantasy of a boy who goes to a magical school, but at the same time, it has dealt with themes of courage and friendship, and the role of family in particular. Its plot is captivating, special effects are inspiring and final, and emotions are warm, so this movie is perfect for family watching and thus friends can create a magical journey together.
Conclusion
Three motion pictures which are the Lion King, Finding Nemo, and the Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone are comprehensively excellent productions of family entertainment Hollywood. Both are great animated films that will leave the audience entertained and maybe even a little teary-eyed; perfect for a family film. It can be as simple as retelling a children’s fairytale or as complex as exploring oceans or the world of fantasy; those movies guarantee the viewers, young and old, a good time. Therefore, invite your families and friends, prepare some popcorns and other goodies and let your embrace these melodramatic films of all time.