Halloween It is a celebration that every day is taking on more presence in Latin Americaeven in Mexico and also Yucatanwhere various neighborhoods carry out the traditional “trick or treat” and it is the perfect occasion for the little ones to dress up as their favorite characters.
Although Halloween has become a kind of “dark” carnival, the night of October 31 (the date it is celebrated on the calendar) is also the perfect excuse to enjoy aa night of movies full of light scares, laughter and a lot of imagination.
That is why here we have a selection of five animated films ideal to share with children about Halloween or “scares”.
Corpse Bride (2005)
Directed by Tim Burtontells the story of Victor, a young man who, while practicing his marriage vows, accidentally brings to life the corpse of a bride he hopes will keep his promise and spend eternity together in the afterlife.
Between songs and a gothic world full of color, this film is an opportunity to learn about grief, acceptance and the discovery of the inner strength that each person possesses.
Hotel Transylvania (2012)
Without a doubt, it is a film for the little ones in the house to learn about the classic Halloween monsters, led by the count draculawho runs a hotel where monsters can relax away from humans… until one day a young mortal manages to pass through his secret portal and ends up falling in love with the Bat King’s daughter.
It is a fun and tender story about acceptance and love that, as mentioned before, reinvents the classic screen monsters, turning them into the favorite characters of many children who can also enjoy its fun sequels.
Definitely a Halloween classic, or was it Christmas?, is this story that follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin Kingwho tired of Halloween y decide “hijack” Christmas.
Its mix of dark aesthetics, humor and music makes it an unmissable classic for these dates, which does not require much introduction, since Jack is today a figure that cannot be missing in the decorations of the houses that celebrate Halloween.
Monster House (2006)
This film follows three friends who discover that your neighbor’s house is alive…and hungry.
It is a film with touches of mystery that combines emotion, friendship and a little scare. However, its aesthetics may not be ideal for very young children, so some suggest that the ideal age could be eight and up.
Paranorman (2012)
Norman can talk to ghosts, but no one believes him. When an ancient curse threatens his town, he and his friends must save the day.
With stop motion animation, this film contains a great message about empathy, it is perfect for a family Halloween night.
And although we know that one of the favorite films of children and adults this season is “Coraline”, in reality it is a film whose aesthetic may not be ideal for young children, so this selection is dedicated to family time and a little look at the friendliest monsters and ghosts.
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