Great movie characters have the power to influence and inspire viewers. Some people have been inspired to become brave soldiers by war movies like "Saving Private Ryan" and some people have even been inspired to find romance by movies like "Titanic".
In movies, there are also great characters that could inspire people's way of parenting their kids. Babble and Empire compiled a list of the best fictional parents from movies that could inspire people to become better parents to their kids.
1. Mister Incredible and Elastigirl from "The Incredibles"
In this animated classic, Mister Incredible and Elastigirl are superhero parents with superhuman children. Over the course of the movie, the couple guides their kids to not be ashamed of who they are, to show their talents in responsible ways and to work together in order to achieve something good.
2. Edna and Wilbur Turnblad from "Hairspray"
This couple is admirable because they help their plus-size daughter become confident and feel beautiful. The love bird also promotes racial assimilation in society.
3. Dill and Rosemary Penderghast from "Easy A"
"Because they're the funniest, hippest and most easy-going parents to fill a frame, that's why," Empire explains. "Not only are they both whip-smart and happy to give their equally strong and intelligent daughter the benefit of the doubt; they're also able to realize when well-considered discipline is necessary."
4. Jim and Mary Kane from "Citizen Kane"
"Citizen Kane" is considered by many as the greatest movie ever made. The short appearance of Kane's parents is unforgettable. The couple shows how parents are willing to sacrifice their own happiness and prosperity for the sake of their children's future.
5. Bryan Mills from "Taken"
Liam Neeson's iconic character is a bit overprotective but very loving at the same time. He is willing to give it all, including his own life, in order to rescue his only daughter from a gang of slavers.
6. Tom and Kate Baker from "Cheaper by the Dozen"
The married couple is admirable for being good parents despite having 12 children. "It would drive us crazy, but Tom and Kate work through their issues with their children and somehow seem to manage a happy balance even with the addition of various love interests and, eventually, grandkids," Empire shares.
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