Family Picks

Best friends Jo and Raissa stumble through a mysterious portal to the fantastical island of Nakali, where the memories of their entire friendship become the price of returning home. This animated adventure fantasy mixes comedy and heart, with voices from Lea Salonga, Dave Franco and H.E.R., and it earns a 7.7 on IMDb. Rated PG, it is a warm choice for families with kids and grown-ups alike.

A modern family relocates to the countryside, where the children discover a magical tree whose eccentric residents whisk them off to fantastical lands and rekindle their family bond. This family fantasy adventure stars Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy and Nicola Coughlan, and holds a 79% on Rotten Tomatoes. Rated PG, it makes a gentle outing for younger children and parents; do note it is playing only a handful of times at a single cinema this week, so plan ahead.