The Best Movies About Bullying
More than 300 movie fans have come together to cast their votes for the best movies about bullying. Bullying is a universal problem that affects people of all ages and backgrounds, but it can be especially hard on young people. Movies about bullying can help us explore this issue in an emotionally safe way by looking at how characters cope with bullies, how they overcome them, and how they stand up for those who are being bullied.
A great example of one such film is The Karate Kid (1984), which follows Daniel LaRusso as he moves to California and must deal with the school's resident bully Johnny Lawrence. With the help of his mentor Mr. Miyagi, Daniel learns karate techniques that not only enable him to fight off his attacker but also gain self-confidence in himself. This classic tale has resonated with audiences throughout generations, becoming one of the most beloved films about overcoming bullies ever made.
Other notable entries include Carrie (1976), Mean Girls (2004), Matilda (1996) and Back to the Future (1985). These movies tell stories from different perspectives - from victims to bystanders - allowing viewers to sympathize or empathize depending on their own experiences or beliefs regarding bullying.
So if you're interested in seeing some of cinema's finest takes on this difficult topic then check out our list below – vote up your favorites!
- Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman
- Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, William Katt
- Zachary Gordon, Robert Capron, Rachael Harris
- Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue
- Emma Stone, Penn Badgley, Amanda Bynes
- Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tina Fey