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With spring and the end of term just around the corner, we've curated a collection of uplifting feature films that you can enjoy with your learners in the classroom. Get in the mood for the longer, brighter evenings to come and begin to unwind towards the end of another busy term by treating your learners to a well-earned film!
Films in our curated collection can be streamed directly into the classroom on Into Film+ and feature titles suitable for both primary and secondary audiences. The list includes animated musicals Hercules and Trolls Band Together, colourful blockbuster Barbie, and the dazzling J.J. Abrams sci-fi feature about filmmaking, Super 8.
Each of the films included in our list has an accompanying film guide to help teachers highlight the key topics, lead assemblies and start conversations with your learners. You can create your own Highlights and Playlists - making it easier than ever before to tailor your lessons to use film, enhancing both engagement and learning outcomes.
If you're a state school in England that's funded by the Department for Education, you'll have access to Into Film+ Premium, which offers a wider selection of films to enjoy before the spring holidays.
Into Film+ is our free* streaming service for schools, and offers 700+ curated educational films, exclusive additional content and teaching resources, guides and training, supporting educators to transform their teaching. Join the 28,000 teachers in the UK using Into Film + as an educational resource.
Primary
Moomins on the Riviera (U)
This beautiful hand-drawn animation more closely resembles the original books than previous Moomin incarnations and carries a sweet moral about the importance of family and learning to appreciate the simple things in life.
This film is accompanied by a film guide to help you explore its key topics and themes in the classroom.
Trolls Band Together (U)
Filled with recognisable songs and eye-popping animation, this third entry in the Trolls franchise tackles the importance of family, friends and a support system to help us through the tough times.
This film is accompanied by a film guide and Trolls Reunion Tour resource to help you explore its key topics and themes in the classroom.
Hercules (U)
Disney take on the Greek myth about Hercules, son of Zeus, being stripped of his immortality by underworld god Hades.
This film is accompanied by a film guide that explores mythology, Ancient Greece, fame and consumerism, and bravery.
IF (U)
Full of delightful characters, ‘IF' is a heartfelt story about family, friendship, and growing up.
This film is accompanied by a film guide that explores its themes and key topics.
Migration (U)
A family of ducks get derailed on their migration journey and go on an unexpected whirlwind adventure in a big city.
This film is accompanied by a film guide and Migration: Habitat Heroes resource.
Two by Two (Ooops! Noah is Gone...) (U)
A fresh and funny take on a well-known tale, this European animation celebrates uniqueness and the importance of friendship.
This film is accompanied by a film guide.
The Truman Show (PG)
Jim Carrey stars in this fascinating, existential satire about a man who discovers his whole life is a reality TV show.
This film is accompanied by a film guide that explores topics including Psychology, Citizenship and Media Studies in addition to highlighting themes surrounding family, life and death, mental health, fame and consumerism, and ethics.
Secondary
Barbie (12)
When Barbie suffers an existential crisis she must travel into the real world to discover who she really is.
This film is accompanied by a film guide to discuss set design, feminism and relationships.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (12)
Sequel to the superhero epic sees the nation of Wakanda face invading forces in the wake of King T'Challa's Death. Introducing new characters and worlds, this is another exciting addition to the Marvel universe and a visual feast of Afro-futurism.
This film is accompanied by a film guide to explore themes surrounding geopolitics, grief and responsibility.
Super 8 (12)
Strongly reminiscent of 80s classics like The Goonies and E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, this entertaining sci-fi adventure is a sweet and spectacular tribute to the daring spirit of young storytellers and the art of filmmaking.
This film is accompanied by a film guide to explore sci-fi and coming of age film genres, filmmaking and symbolism.
Mean Girls (12)
Adapted from the Broadway stage version, this musical version of ‘Mean Girls' is a new twist on the modern classic.
This film is accompanied by a film guide to explore its themes in the classroom.
The Edge of Seventeen (15)
The Edge of Seventeen is an honest depiction of adolescence, often fun and full of dark humour, but also sensitively explores issues around mental health, including the isolation felt by its protagonist.
The Edge of Seventeen is accompanied by a film guide to support exploration of its themes in the classroom.
Bambi (U)
One of the greatest Disney animations, Bambi is a young deer learning love, friendship and tragedy. A timeless classic for all ages.
Accompanied by a film guide so that you can explore Bambi in the classroom.
Over the Hedge (U)
On the first day of spring a group of woodland animals are shocked to discover that their forest home has been destroyed by a new housing development.
The film guide explores topics including Geography and Science in addition to highlighting themes surrounding the environment, animals and family.
Peter Rabbit (PG)
Adapted from the beloved children's books by author Beatrix Potter in which a plucky rabbit tries to sneak into a farmer's vegetable garden.
The film guide explores its key topics and themes through informal discussion in the classroom.
Tangled (PG)
Sassy and fun CGI animated re-working of a classic fairytale - a princess who's been locked in an evil witch's tower.
The film guide explores its key topics and themes through informal discussion in the classroom, and a Tangled and Fairy Tale Archetypes resource.
Kung Fu Panda (PG)
Hugely likeable animation about a tubby giant panda with dreams of kung fu glory, who is chosen to defend a valley from an evil snow leopard.
The film guide explores its key topics and themes.
The Grand Budapest Hotel (15)
Comic caper set in a luxurious European hotel in the '20s, where a famed concierge and a bellboy embark on a quest to safeguard a priceless painting.
The film guide is useful for exploring topics including Art and Design and Film Studies in addition to highlighting themes such as love and relationships, refugees and storytelling.
Please note: Film is a powerful tool for learning, helping to develop critical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of different perspectives. Our films have been selected with consideration to safeguarding, educational policy and statutory and non-statutory guidance. Some of our films and resources include sensitive content which is highlighted in the guidance that Into Film provides for each film. Educators should carefully watch or read all elements of any content and must ensure they are following their own school's policies and guidelines prior to using films and resources in the classroom or in after-school clubs. The final decision to use any film or resource sits with teachers, who decide what is appropriate for students, using their professional judgement and knowledge of their students and school context. Teachers must follow their school's safeguarding protocol if a student is triggered or makes a disclosure as a result.
How Do I Get Started on Into Film+?
To access Into Film+, all you'll need is an Into Film Account - it's completely free, and only takes a moment to set up. Into Film+ is free to use for all UK state schools that hold a valid Public Video Screening (PVS) Licence from Filmbankmedia.
Filmbankmedia PVS Licences are paid for on behalf of schools by all local authorities in England and by some local authorities in both Wales and Scotland. Into Film NI cover the license cost for some schools in Northern Ireland. For further information on licensing in your locality please see our FAQs.
If you don't have a PVS Licence, or aren't already covered, then a licence can easily be obtained from Filmbankmedia.
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Filmbankmedia licenses and distributes film and TV entertainment to many groups and is the licensing authority we work with to ensure schools, libraries and youth groups have the permissions to screen films from our catalogue.
* Screenings for an entertainment or extra-curricular purpose require a PVS (Public Video Screening) Licence from Filmbankmedia. State-funded schools in England are covered by the PVS Licence.
The core Into Film programme is free for UK state schools, colleges and other youth settings, thanks to support from the BFI, awarding National Lottery good cause funding, and through other key funders including Cinema First and Northern Ireland Screen.
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