Super 8: Film Guide

A film guide that uses 'Super 8' (2011) to explore sci-fi and coming of age
A film guide that uses 'Super 8' (2011) to explore sci-fi and coming of age

Ages

11–14

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at Super 8 (2011), a film about a group of young teens shooting their own film in the late 1970s that uncover a shocking secret after witnessing a train crash.


This guide is useful for exploring subjects including PSHE Education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding technology, film history, film careers, friendship and growing up.

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  • PSHE Education

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