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Hope Breakfast Movie Challenge: International Day of the Girl

Films that will educate and inspire awareness for girls. Here is a list of recommended films in celebration of International Day of the Girl.

Listen: Ally Barnes chats with Russ Matthews about films to watch to celebrate International Day of the Girl

By Ally BarnesFriday 8 Oct 2021Hope BreakfastMoviesReading Time: 1 minute

With three daughters and two granddaughters, Reel Dialogue’s Russ Matthews has seen his share of princess movies and films that celebrate girls. This is his list of recommended films to watch to celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11.

Films for young viewers

  • Alice in Wonderland
  • Mulan
  • Harry Potter series – Hermione Granger has to be one of the coolest girls in film and books

Reel Dialogue pick: Brave (Disney+)

Synopsis: Merida, an independent archer, disobeys an ancient custom which unleashes a dark force. After meeting an elderly witch, as she journeys to reverse the curse, she discovers the real meaning of bravery.


Films for teens

Even though they don’t want to be known as ‘girls,’ these films will make these teens proud to be a girl.

  • Little Women
  • Emma
  • Cruella
  • Black Widow

Reel Dialogue pick: Wonder Woman (Paramount+, Binge)

Synopsis: Princess Diana of an all-female Amazonian race rescues US pilot Steve. Upon learning of a war, she ventures into the world of men to stop Ares, the god of war, from destroying mankind.


Films for Grown-up girls

A list of films that Mum can enjoy with her girls on International Day of The Girl.

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Reel Dialogue pick: Hidden Figures (Disney+)

Synopsis: Three female African-American mathematicians play a pivotal role in astronaut John Glenn’s launch into orbit. Meanwhile, they also have to deal with racial and gender discrimination at work.


Feature image: Official Wonder Woman Facebook