Paper Planes

Loved sharing this movie with my middle schoolers.

I saw this movie for the first time right after a trip that I had taken to Australia a few years ago. I wanted to see a film based on that continent, and I’ve always enjoyed making paper airplanes. We recently bought the movie and watched it with my four-year-old niece, and although it was a bit of a stretch for her to get some of the subtleties, she liked the movie quite a bit even as I really enjoyed revisiting it and felt like it held up great on my 2nd viewing. A few things to know in advance: The acting is good, and it’s paced well. It’s important to note that the 12-year-old boy/protagonist and his dad have recently lost the mom in the family. That element of melancholy plays an important role, but the film does a good job of balancing that piece of the story with some inspirational moments at each stage. There’s also some standard competition movie rivalry stuff that occasionally borders on bullying, but again those elements do not go overboard. The parent/child and mentor/student relationships in the movie are well done and fairly realistic. I’ve given this movie as a gift twice and have a copy of it for myself, so I would say that it is worth discovering if you enjoy Disney movies, good stories for children or if you just like movies that have a sense of wonder.

Really a good show. A bit cheesy in places, but it works. Has some great messages about life: the loss of a family member, the journey back to wholeness, and the resulting bond between dad and son; the turning away from aggressive confrontation; the connection between nature and science; self discovery and the power that brings for good; faith in a dream; new friendship. It has the elements to keep both girls and boys interested. An innocuous first boy-girl interest and lots of action/activity. No sexual anything. No bad words. A few names called, but not cussing. There is a villain, of course, but even he comes around in the end. This movie has taken a top place in our list to show our grandchildren when they come for our grand parenting camp. Highly recommend it!

Good family friendly movie. Tells a compelling story that is well scripted and well acted. Would definitely recommend gathering the whole family for this heart warming tale!

We really enjoyed this movie - a good mix of humor, storyline, and wholesome ending.

Paper Planes Paper Planes is a good movie that explores the lives of an all male household. Dad is widowed, and son Dylan has lost his loving and attentive mother. Dad, played by Sam Worthington is laid low with depression. Dylan [Ed Oxenbould] is a bright and self-sufficient lad who has compassion. Every day Dylan feeds a hawk with whom he shares a field of traverse with. Dylan is a mentally healthy kid with enough self-esteem that he turns several bullies that cross his path into friends, or at least pals. Without very much help from adults, he accomplishes a lot. He shows more emotional maturity than his father and grandfather. This movie is about much more than "Paper Planes". The main thread about the paper planes and competition is fun and leaves several nuggets of wisdom for any viewer. I would recommend this movie for our Juvenile section of the library. **Content - There is no sexual content, even though Grandpa does have his groove on at the nursing home. - Language - there may be a curse word or two in there, nothing stood out to me. This is based in Australia, so I may have missed that. - Violence - there is some violence [from bullying], but it is muted and there is no blood and gore.

I bought this at a dollar store and so enjoyed it but could not find it again. Thank heavens Amazon had it but the sound was goofy. Turns out my own speakers were bad. If you ever loved making paper planes this show is fun. I am 81 and enjoyed thinking like a kid again and ordered it to give to my grandchildren.

I thought it was OK. My 7 year old son loved it and starting making a bunch of paper airplanes after the movie finished. I primarily rented it because it can be hard to find wholesome family entertainment and I read that this was a good choice. It is. It's very tame and appropriate for all ages and won't offend any sensibilities. The movie does deal with loss of a loved one but the drama is kept to a minimum and overall it has a lighthearted feel. Def. a good movie for family night.

What a different type of movie. It was very interesting.

Très beau film, non sous-titré, en anglais australien, d'une grande sensibilité. L'ambiance scolaire australienne, assez éloignée de la nôtre, et le sens de la vie d'un gamin qui va sauver son père de la dépression.... A découvrir si on a envie de croire en la vie.

Muy buena peli me gusta el cine Australiano . La compre para mi hijo que me habló de ella.

Dieser Film begeisterte zurecht das Publikum auf den Festivals in Toronto und Melbourne im Jahr 2014 und 2015. Beim CinéfestOz 2014 gewann der Film sogar den "GRAND PRIZE". Ein zwölfjähriger Junge schafft es bei einem Papierfliegerwettbewerb mit Erfolg mitzumachen. Sein Vater freut sich mit ihm, aber kann seinen Sohn die Reise zum finalen Wettbewerb in Tokyo nicht finanzieren, da dieser seit dem Tod der Mutter des Jungen und seiner Frau nicht mehr arbeitet und fast jeden aktiven Lebensantrieb verloren hat. Aber die Leidenschaft seines Sohnes bringt ihm nach und nach dazu aus der Trauer auszubrechen und wieder zu leben. Der Junge trifft neue Freunde, vor allem ein asiatisches Mädchen. Sie sagt irgendwann zu ihm, dass es nicht wichtig ist zu gewinnen sondern dass es nur wichtig ist, etwas Schönes und Einzigartiges zu erschaffen. Der Film ist leichtfüßig und trägt das unterschwellige Drama nie zu dick auf. Im Mittelpunkt steht der Junge und seine Nachforschungen über das Fliegen und seine Entwicklung seiner Papierflieger. Der Junge wird auch in einigen Sequenzen von seinem Großvater liebenswert pfiffig unterstützt. Alle Szenen mit den Papierfliegern wurden dynamisch (aus der Sicht des Fliegers) visualisiert und mit ebenso dynamischer, ganz großer Filmmsuik von Nigel Westlake vertont. Die grandiose Filmmusik mit häufigen WOW-Effekt gibt dem wunderbaren Film den absoluten Kick! Wer diesen Film noch nicht kennt, dem kann ich diesen nur empfehelen. Inspirierend, herzerwärmend und lebensbejahend! Einzigartig! Einnen besseren Film mit Papierfliegern kann ich mir nicht vorstellen! Verdienter "GRAND PRIZE WINNER" 2015! TOPP! 5 Sterne!

film molto coinvolgente per i ragazzi. anche se solo in inglese riesce a mantenere alta l'attenzione dall'inizio fino alla fine