Escape From Planet Earth -

Create a simple "mission" (like building a Lego tower or solving a puzzle) where one person can only use "tech" (instructions) and the other only "brawn" (blocks), emphasizing that both are needed to succeed.

The intelligent, risk-averse brother who works in mission control. He eventually realizes his own inner strength and importance to the family. Escape from Planet Earth

The arrogant but brave hometown hero. He relies on his robotic spacesuit and physical strength but needs Gary’s help to truly escape. Create a simple "mission" (like building a Lego

General Shanker's villainy is fueled by past hurt. Talk about how he chose anger instead of healing, and how we can handle bad things that happen to us more positively. The arrogant but brave hometown hero

Gary and Scorch are very different. Discuss how their diverse skills (smarts vs. strength) are both necessary to solve the movie's big problems.

Gary’s supportive wife and his young son, who initially looks up more to his "exciting" uncle Scorch. Discussion Points for Families