Many of your favorite movies from childhood aren’t quite the same when you try to share them with the wired kids of 2013. These classics are the timeless exceptions that hold up nicely.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Why it's still good: It teaches valuable lessons about empathy while also being really fun and exciting.
Be aware: Any kid with a heart will cry buckets the first time they see this, but it's worth it.
Notable performance: Drew Barrymore when she was a teeny-tiny kiddo!
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The Little Mermaid (1989)
Why it's still good: The music is probably the best of any Disney movie, and will lead to spontaneous singalongs for the rest of your life.
Be aware: Like most Disney "princess" movies, it's kind of a bummer if examined with too close of a feminism lens. But the songs are so good!
Notable performance: Um, Prince Eric.
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Flight Of The Navigator (1986)
Why it's still good: It's like E.T. with more robots.
Be aware: There are some dated cultural references, but the adventure holds up.
Notable performance: Pee-Wee Herman lends his voice to Max.
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