The children this weekend past, and in an effort to improve them and find constructive ways to pass the time I showed them "The Red Balloon" by Albert Lamorisse. Now don't follow the links and Wiki it, it will destroy the surprise. A charming - or as the boy punned - "Uplifting" film about a little boy and his balloon. Short, only 30 some odd minutes, visually spectacular (esp. given it was filmed in 1956 - Paris), appropriate for all ages. Treat your kids to something not by Disney, in Calgary you can rent it at Bird Dog Video.