You want to organize a family movie night to celebrate the arrival of the pumpkin spice era. These films with an autumnal setting will undoubtedly be enjoyed by the whole family and certainly warm up those chilly fall nights. Blankets and hot cocoa are necessities!
The Book of Life
In a small Mexican town, three childhood friends have discovered that their lives have all taken different turns. But in order to pursue the girl of his dreams, who also happens to be one of his best friends, one must confront his deepest fears and undertake three fantastical worlds. This gorgeous animated movie, set in the autumn, is breathtaking. Starring as a brutal princess who is also a skilled fencer is Zoe Saldana. The cast of this endearing animated film about choosing between living up to family expectations and following your heart is completed by Diego Luna and Channing Tatum.
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Get ideas for your fall wardrobe from the endearing animated movie Fantastic Mr. Fox. In this movie, Mr. and Mrs. Fox, along with their jovial son Ash, are the main characters. But when Mr. Fox decides to plan a chicken heist, he reverts to his old ways, which disturbs the peace. The blazer looks alone make the movie worthwhile to watch. But the illustrious cast alone makes it useful to see.
The animated Mr. Fox is portrayed by the silver fox George Clooney, and his sly wife Felicity is represented by the screen goddess Meryl Streep. All ages of children and adults will find The Fantastic Mr. Fox appealing. And it may even live up to the high expectations of cinephiles who will watch anything directed by Wes Anderson.
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Linus is waiting for a miracle from the Great Pumpkin in the neighborhood pumpkin patch as the rest of the Peanuts gang prepares for a celebration in their town. Only Sally, Charlie Brown's smitten sister, will defend her blanket-obsessed crush among the other members of the Peanuts gang.
Although Lucy, Linus' big sister, and Miss Bossypants, is initially not the most helpful sibling. She steps up significantly when her younger brother passes out among the pumpkins at four in the morning. As a fighter pilot, Snoopy is having the time of his life in a classic animated scene where his doghouse soars through the air. One of those shows that just screams autumn and family traditions is this made-for-TV special.
Frozen II
This Frozen sequel, which places the main characters in a less icy environment, ventures into the unknown. When Elsa and Anna are forced to look into their past, they venture into fantastical autumnal forests outside of Arendelle. To put it mildly, the animation of the autumn leaves is breathtaking.
Although most movie sequels haven't really managed to keep up with the hype of the original movie, Frozen II is a welcome exception and features a fantastic soundtrack with a high-flying song by Panic! at the Disco. For aspiring animators who might be fascinated by the behind-the-scenes magic of Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, there's also a pretty great docuseries named Into the Unknown: The Making of Frozen II.
Coco
Despite his family's strict prohibition against music, a young boy named Miguel has a dream of becoming a musician. However, Miguel meets Héctor when he arrives at the ancestral home, who aids him in learning the secrets of his family.
Your heart will be filled with music and inspiration to pursue those seemingly unattainable dreams after watching Coco. As it features an all-Latino cast and celebrates Mexican cultures and heritage. Even though the land of the dead is just that, it is nevertheless stocked with beautiful autumnal imagery that will inspire you to start carving a pumpkin as soon as possible.
Get ready to explore a melodic underworld like you've never seen or heard before by grabbing your guitar and a pumpkin scoop.