Inspiring anime, Soviet classics and a kind movie about a boy and a pelican: family-friendly films to watch

How to instill responsibility in a child, teach love for our lesser brothers and explain many other important things without resorting to moralizing? With the help of art, of course. Here's a selection of kind and instructive movies for parents and children, which you can watch for free at the RUSSIA EXPO.

LITTLE NICHOLAS 6+

While some children ask their parents to give them a little brother or sister, the protagonist of this movie does not want to become a big brother at all. After all, it is such a big responsibility, and little Nicholas prefers to fool around and make a mess. A funny and touching story based on the famous children's books by René Goscinny is perfect for family viewing.

Pavilion E, February 2, 10:15 - 11:45

STORM BOY 6+

And this movie will take you to the edge of the world, where a boy nicknamed Storm Boy lives on the ocean coast. One day he finds an orphaned pelican, Mr. Percival, and decides to take care of him. Thus begins their amazing friendship, which will turn into many dangerous and exciting adventures.

Pavilion E, February 3, 10:15 - 11:45

SCREENING OF THE MOVIE "KIDNAPPING, CAUCASIAN STYLE" WITHIN THE RETROSPECTIVE OF LEONID GAIDAI 6+

The Museum of Cinema continues the exposition devoted to one of the main Soviet directors. Free film screenings are waiting for the audience, which means it's the right time to introduce children to the favorite films of your youth. And parents will surely enjoy watching their favorite comedy on the big screen.

Pavilion 36, February 3, 14:00 - 15:25

BIRTHDAY WONDERLAND 6+

Children can also introduce their parents to the beautiful things. For example, anime - Japanese animation, which has won over audiences almost all over the world. You can start with the fairy tale "Birthday Wonderland", which tells the story of a shy and insecure girl Akane, who has to stand up for the defence of a magical country and save its inhabitants from destruction.

Pavilion E, Feb. 4, 10:15 - 12:40

JOSEE, THE TIGER AND THE FISH 12+

A sad, touching and endlessly inspiring tale about a girl in a wheelchair and the student who is forced to take care of her for a living. Josee and Tsuneo's acquaintance develops into friendship and then into stronger feelings, changing the characters' perspective on themselves and the life around them.

Pavilion E, February 4, 16:30 - 18:05