The most obvious way to ‘use’ films like this in ministry to organise a trip to the cinema to see the film! First of all, make sure that you have seen the chosen film to ensure that it’s appropriate for the children in your group.
You’ll also need to risk assess your trip and get parental permission. Some cinemas might be able to give a group discount, or there might be cheaper showings, particularly on Saturday mornings. You could expand your trip by finding somewhere to chat about the film afterwards.
This is a great relationship building activity as you share what you enjoyed, but there might also be talking points from the film that you can explore together.
Finding Dory
You may have already seen this much-anticipated sequel to Finding Nemo. Taking place six months after the events of the first film, Finding Dory focuses on the forgetful Dory and her attempts to find her family.
The BFG
Roald Dahl’s story is brought to life by Steven Speilberg. This story has captivated children for decades and this new multi-million dollar movie looks likely to ensure the story’s popularity with a new generation.
Ice Age 5
Every summer, there’s a sequel, and here’s the fifth instalment of the Ice Age franchise. The law of diminishing returns might be at play, but there should be enough here to amuse and entertain.
Some sequels we’d like to see:
Bugsy Malone 2
Fat Sam and Bugsy are arrested for tax evasion.
Another Return to Oz
A third Wizard of Oz film sees Dorothy return to Oz as an adult, only to find it’s been turned into Westfield: Emerald City.
The Sound of Music
Maria and the Von Trapp children form an experimental punk rock band.
Babe: Pig on a Plate
Er, that might be enough sequels for now…