Parents, for Better or Worse
Sometimes parents come on a little too strong, and every now and then emotions flare up, yet love remains and we are often better for it. A collection of complex coming of age stories that center compassion and empathy.
Themes: family, courage, support, homophobia, coming of age, understanding adults, love, exploration and play
Length: 56 minutes
Recommended for grades 6-7
Advisory:
Shower Boys: deals with homophobia
La Grogne: young viewers may find some images scary
Like the Ones I Used to Know: the myth of Santa Claus is dispelled
The following films have non-English dialogue with subtitles: Niebla Mist, Shower Boys, Tales of the Salt Water, Like the Ones I Used to Know

Recently moved to a new home near an ancient cloud forest, Nicolas’ curiosity lures him into a world unlike his, against his parents wishes. Underscoring the importance of balance between the natural and human made world, this gorgeous animation from Colombia honours life in all its mysterious glory.

On Christmas eve in 1983, rural Quebec, Santa is late for the party and papa Denis sits alone in his car. Older sister, Julie, bears witness to her family with a new lens and must decide how to honour this new information and what feels right. A brilliant depiction of stepping into adolescent growth.

Reel 2 Real
International Film Festival for Youth
225 West 8th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Y 1N3
Tel: 604-720-7558
Email: info[at]r2rfestival.org
WE'RE SOCIAL
© Copyright 1998-2020 Reel 2 Real: A Celebration of Moving Images for Youth Society. All Rights Reserved.