Little Man Tate (1991)

Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.

Genres: Drama, Family

What to watch after Little Man Tate

• Nell (1994) — Same feel: empathetic, thought-provoking
• Fat Man and Little Boy (1989) — Same feel: thought-provoking, dramatic
• September (1987) — Dianne Wiest appears in both
• Class Action (1991) — Same feel: thought-provoking, dramatic
• The Children Act (2017) — Same feel: thought-provoking, dramatic
• The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976) — Jodie Foster appears in both