We all have that one movie from our childhood that we would watch repeatedly. I asked several teachers about their favorite movies from their childhood.
Mr. Mceachen was the first teacher I interviewed. He shared that his favorite childhood movie was an animated classic: “When I was a child, I loved animated movies, so I probably watched The Lion King the most. I watched it so many times that our VCR destroyed the tape, and we had to buy a new one. I was probably around eight years old,” he said. Many people choose The Lion King as their favorite movie growing up, likely due to its beautiful animation, vibrant colors, memorable songs, and engaging characters.
Next, I spoke with Mr. Scott, who also reminisced about a beloved Disney movie and a sweet childhood memory. “My favorite childhood movie was Star Wars. I watched it with my dad at the movie theater. We missed the beginning, and we stayed for the second part. I thought we were doing something naughty, and I liked science fiction ever since,” he recalled. Children are often captivated by Star Wars because of its entertaining storyline and impressive special effects. For Mr. Scott, his exposure to Star Wars ignited his love for science fiction, especially since he shared that special theater experience with his dad. It’s surprising that he can still remember moments from when he was only three years old, including his two-year-old birthday party.
Another teacher I interviewed was Mr. McGriff, who named his favorite childhood movie “Independence Day.” This blockbuster, released on July 3, 1996, stars Will Smith and falls into the science fiction genre. The film features an alien invasion in which the Harvesters aim to destroy the human race and harvest Earth’s natural resources for their own benefit, showcasing advanced technology. Independence Day became a cultural phenomenon and grossed over $817.4 million worldwide.
The next teacher I interviewed was Miss Frodel. “I don’t really remember many movies from when I was a little girl. However, I do recall watching The Wizard of Oz with my family, usually around the holidays. It was an old movie even when I was a kid, but it was a classic we would watch together,” she mentioned. The Wizard of Oz, released on August 25, 1939, was one of the first films to popularize the use of color in cinema and is considered a timeless favorite for family gatherings. Unfortunately, the production involved harmful materials and chemicals for special effects and costumes, leading to serious health problems for some actors, including poisoning, burns, and eye infections from the makeup.
It was fascinating to learn about these teachers’ favorite childhood movies and the memorable experiences they shared. This serves as a reminder that everyone was once a child with their own unique experiences and cherished memories.
