When the whole family gathers at the TV screen in the evening, a problem often arises: what would you like to see to make it interesting for both adults and children. Nowadays, sound films are being made less and less, giving preference to large-scale blockbusters. And yet, despite the fact that a good family comedy is a rarity, this article presents the most interesting and funny films that you can watch with children. Sit back and stock up on popcorn.
The best family comedies
1. "Mrs. Doutfaire"
And although the film is not new, it still looks with laughter and tenderness. In the center of events is an average American family with three children. Mom is torn between work, home and parenting, and dad is used to only entertain and pamper children. At some point, the mother is bored, she files for divorce. Of course, meeting once a week with your beloved kids is not enough for a father. And since our main character is a man of the creative profession, he solves the problem in a cardinal and non-standard way. He is a master of reincarnation, therefore he is hired by his nanny to his own family, dressed in a costume of a sweet and well-educated aunt. Of course, mother is glad of such a find and takes the guest into her house, not suspecting that her own ex-husband is hiding behind the mask of a pretty woman. This is a very good family comedy, watching which everyone will discover something for themselves.
2. "Lemony Snicket: 33 misfortunes"
A very unusual, if one can say, Gothic story of three children who suddenly became orphans. Given that the film is based on the famous English fairy tale, we can say that the film will appeal to both adults and children. Excellent cast led by the inimitable Jim Carrey will conquer any viewer. The story of how three children tried to take root in a variety of families, but each time their plans were not destined to come true because of the tricks of the insidious uncle, aimed at their inheritance. A very good family comedy, narrated in a slightly unusual way, but still worth watching.
3. "Mr. Popper Penguins"
This is the newest of all the films presented above. In some TOP ratings, he was marked as the best family comedy film of 2012. In the center of the story is a successful businessman for whom there is nothing more important than his career. Despite the fact that he has two children, he does not really pay attention to family values. And then one day, thanks to his deceased traveler father, he receives a very unusual package. 6 respectable penguins get into his respectable apartment. Of course, such an event cannot but change a person’s life radically. A sweet and touching, but nevertheless funny story about how a person, being immersed headlong into a career and work, can remember about eternal values and make a choice in favor of the family. For the magnificent penguins, each of which has a special character, you need to say a special "thank you" to the creators of this picture. This is really a good family comedy, which turned out so magnificent thanks to the wonderful humor and unusual presentation of simple life values.