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Under the Radar Family Movies to Stream
Enjoy some off-the-beaten-path suggestions that you can watch via our streaming platforms Hoopla or Kanopy. Age recommendations provided by commonsensemedia.org, where available.
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A Cat in Paris: Une Vie De Chat
2018Get this itemThis mystery puts a refreshing twist on the cat burglar scenario. The animation is lovely, using a lot of dark tones. Plus, I loved the unique view of Paris.
Available on Hoopla and Kanopy. Recommended for age 9+.
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Ernest & Celestine
2019Get this itemMany say that a bear and a mouse should be enemies, yet the opposite happens in this beautiful, hopeful story. Available on Hoopla and Kanopy. Recommended for age 6+.
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Patema inverted: Sakasama no Patema
2017Get this itemA gorgeous anime that focuses on the growing friendship between two young people separated by reverse gravities. The story explores human nature, and looks to challenge established beliefs. Get ready for a few interesting conversations afterwards. Available on Kanopy. Recommended for age 8+.
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Penguin Highway
2018Get this itemOK, the penguins are really, really cute. They mysteriously appear one day and a genius 4th grade boy investigates the phenomena with his friends, one being a young dental assistant, whom he is crushing on big time (a bit of mature content here). In Japanese, with English subtitles.
Available on Hoopla. Recommended 11+.
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Swallows and Amazons
2019Get this itemIn this armchair adventure, you’ll see nifty sailing, cool camp outs and more. Set in 1930s northwest England, a turf war between kids from different families turns into a spy and pirate situation. Indeed, only working together will get to the bottom of the skulduggery. Available on Kanopy.
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Water Horse: Legend of the Deep
2007Get this itemDo you believe in Nessie? Here is a heartwarming story about a little boy who, in 1942 Scotland, finds an egg that hatches an unexpected sea creature from Celtic mythology. There are some weighty subjects; but, balanced with humor and sensitivity. Available on Hoopla. Recommended age 7+.
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