There have been countless film and television depictions of foster care over the years, each with their own unique spin on the subject. Some are heartwarming and hopeful, while others shine a light on the darker realities of the system. But which ones stand out as the best movies about foster care
1. Found (2021)
There’s a young boy, raised in isolation deep in the mountains, far from civilization. But when a deputy sheriff discovers him and tries to bring him back to society, he realizes that there’s more at stake than just the boy’s well-being.
2. Foster Kid (2018)
As Jason and Tia Foster opened their hearts and home to a foster child, they never could have predicted the impact it would have on their marriage. The once blissful couple now faced challenges they never imagined, testing the strength of their relationship in ways they couldn’t have prepared for.
3. Foster Boy (2019)
As the bright city lights of New York City shine down on corporate lawyer, Matthew Modine, his mind is consumed by thoughts of success and wealth. But all that changes when he meets Shane Paul McGhie, a young man who has been failed by a broken foster care system
4. FOSTER (2019)
FOSTER (2019) is a mesmerizing film that takes viewers on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Through stunning visuals, minimalist dialogue, and intricate sound design, the film invites audiences to tap into their own creativity and imagination.
5. FOSTER CHILD (2007)
As the hauntingly beautiful music begins, we see glimpses of a child’s life in foster care. The images are abstract, leaving room for interpretation and allowing the viewer to project their own thoughts and emotions onto the story. We see a young boy playing alone in an empty playground, his face filled with longing and loneliness.
6. Childhood: A fostering film (2023)
Enter a world of pure imagination with “Childhood,” a thought-provoking film that will transport you back to the days of your youth. Through its open-ended and minimalist approach, this cinematic masterpiece invites viewers to reflect on their own childhood memories and contemplate the magic and innocence that once filled their hearts.
7. Foster Care Support Foundation Film (2014)
We invite you to join us on a journey of artistic expression, contemplation, and abstraction. Our brand is open-ended and minimalist, leaving room for your own ideas and interpretations. Through concise language, we spark imagination and evoke feelings and ideas instead of providing explicit details.
8. Florence Foster Jenkins (2016)
Welcome to the world of Florence Foster Jenkins, where art and imagination reign supreme. This upcoming film tells the story of a wealthy New York socialite who dreams of becoming an opera singer, despite having no musical talent whatsoever.
