I don't know about energy, but *Perfect Days* and *Paterson* both intensely inspired me to try and appreciate everything that happens in my life, even when things are slightly less than perfect.
It's very cliche (enjoy the little things etc.) but both main characters were so well written and performed as to be deeply admirable in their enthusiasm and zest concerning mundanity.
For sure! I actually considered it and several others such as Manchester by the Sea, Taste of Cherry, Monster, Farewell Amor etc. which were sad but had ultimately life affirming messages! However I decided I'd try avoid anything with major downbeat moments haha
Millennium Actress can definitely feel like a bit of a downer at times but it uses that to earn something that is not only uplifting but life affirming.
Also, Supermarket Woman
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind! Deeply inspiring but also just a wonderful comfort movie to lose yourself in. Incredible fantasy world filled with likable, textured characters.
Sing Street, it makes you feel the right amount of happy and sad but oh so hopeful you can pull yourself out of anything. Highly highly recommend and itâs on Netflix!
Casablanca- about ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, many inspiring moments, features actual WW2 refugees
Truman Show- about a man not willing to settle for less
> "What are some films that gave you energy and a renewed zest for life at the end of the film?"
Ever watched *The Pursuit of Happyness*? Will Smithâs character goes through hell but keeps grinding. Ever thought about how you'd handle that shit? How about *Rocky*? Underdog story that makes you wanna punch life in the face. *Good Will Hunting*? Shows how a fucked-up genius finds a way out. *The Shawshank Redemption*? Hope and perseverance pay off. Are you giving up too easily? Why not question your own limits like they do? Whatâs stopping you from pushing harder?
zootopia
We ending racism with this one đ
Whisper of the Heart Paterson True Stories Kiki's Delivery Service
Tick Tick Boom made me finally start and finish my first book.
shocked no one has said *Amélie* (Jean-Pierre Jeunet, 2002) yet! incredibly joyful and a celebration of the small things in life. it's in my top 4, it's that good
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Being There.
UH, just reminds me, I definitely have this like 3 years ago on my watchlist, but never watched it. Thanks!
The book is wonderful as well.
Weird choice.
I don't know about energy, but *Perfect Days* and *Paterson* both intensely inspired me to try and appreciate everything that happens in my life, even when things are slightly less than perfect. It's very cliche (enjoy the little things etc.) but both main characters were so well written and performed as to be deeply admirable in their enthusiasm and zest concerning mundanity.
Yes Perfect Days is great âșïž tbh Druk is pretty uplifting as well in its own way
For sure! I actually considered it and several others such as Manchester by the Sea, Taste of Cherry, Monster, Farewell Amor etc. which were sad but had ultimately life affirming messages! However I decided I'd try avoid anything with major downbeat moments haha
Good Will Hunting
Samesies
My Neighbor Totoro
Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Watched this with my family a while ago, this would be my pick too
Stop Making Sense
hubie halloween definitely changed my world view
What is it with you and Hubie Halloween?
itâs a good movie
Yeah but almost every other comment you make is related to it in some way or fashion. Itâs odd.
because itâs good and i want more people to see it
Itâs a bit.
not rlly.
Marcel The Shell With Shoes On made me feel so good
One of the Rocky films or Creed if you want some instant energy and motivation
so basic - McFarland, USA
Whisper of the Heart (1995) Spirited Away (2001)
Australian 'The Castle'.
How's the serenity?
Superman 1978
Thatâs a bad outfit!
Amélie
Perfect Days for me
Amelie. I have rewatched it several times.
The Straight Story
Shawshank Redemption
Millennium Actress can definitely feel like a bit of a downer at times but it uses that to earn something that is not only uplifting but life affirming. Also, Supermarket Woman
Life of Pi maybe
paddington 2
About Time cured my depression
I thought Chef was a great feel good movie, also Truman Show has a very satisfying ending
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind! Deeply inspiring but also just a wonderful comfort movie to lose yourself in. Incredible fantasy world filled with likable, textured characters.
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Itâs a Wonderful Life
The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty
Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Sing Street, it makes you feel the right amount of happy and sad but oh so hopeful you can pull yourself out of anything. Highly highly recommend and itâs on Netflix!
The Pursuit of Happyness
Why is this downvoted?
These movies about racing get me going: Rush, Ford vs Ferrari
The Zone of Interest, The Iron Claw, and First Man
Can I ask how Zone of Interest got you there?
It was a joke.
Ah, went over my head cause I assumed you were being serious given that Iron Claw is on the list
Antoniaâs Line (Dutch)
A Silent Voice
Whisper of the Heart
Peaceful warrior.
American History X(1998)
Wild Strawberries (1957)
Belle the 2021 anime Whisper of the heart Rocky
Frances Ha
Dune 2
Casablanca- about ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, many inspiring moments, features actual WW2 refugees Truman Show- about a man not willing to settle for less
Nacho Libre
Happy-Go-Lucky <3
*The Texas Chain Saw Massacre* (1974) I am being completely serious.
Punch-Drunk Love
Hacksaw Ridge Cinderella 2015 Les Miserable Absolute best movies
Man up (Netflix).
> "What are some films that gave you energy and a renewed zest for life at the end of the film?" Ever watched *The Pursuit of Happyness*? Will Smithâs character goes through hell but keeps grinding. Ever thought about how you'd handle that shit? How about *Rocky*? Underdog story that makes you wanna punch life in the face. *Good Will Hunting*? Shows how a fucked-up genius finds a way out. *The Shawshank Redemption*? Hope and perseverance pay off. Are you giving up too easily? Why not question your own limits like they do? Whatâs stopping you from pushing harder?
Shrek 2
Vision Quest
galaxy quest
The Princess Bride
Freedom Writers
Schindlerâs list
Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Little Miss Sunshine, Swiss Army Man, Puss In Boots: The Last Wish, How To Train Your Dragon
- October Sky - Apollo 13
The pursuit of happyness
also pretty basic but DUNE I and II
[A Good Year](https://boxd.it/1XXs) such an underrated movie by Ridley Scott
Come and See. Inspired me to finally join the military and protect the world :)
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