Top 5 Friday: Movies That’ll Make You Happier
Movies do more than entertain us - they influence our emotions. They make us laugh, cry, gasp and cheer. They can also teach us life lessons and leave us feeling happy! The Top 5 Movies That’ll Make You Happier are below:
5. The Bucket List
Starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson
In this somewhat cheesy tale of friendship and joy, two terminally ill strangers agree to make the most of what time they have left. One by one, they cross items off their fun and final to-do list. ← Something everyone should start now!
4. Good Will Hunting
Starring Robin Williams and Matt Damon
Good Will Hunting tells the story of a gifted janitor with a troubled past and the therapist that helps open his mind and heart. This is the perfect film about the complexities of personal growth and self-realization.
3. The Pursuit of Happyness
Starring Will Smith
Inspired by a true story, this obvious selection is filled with incredible acting and invaluable life lessons. Chris Gardner (played by Will Smith) is down on his luck, trying to make rent and buy food all while trying to be the best father and salesman he can be.
2. Forrest Gump
Starring Tom Hanks
The man, the myth, the legend; Tom Hanks plays Forrest Gump - a simple guy with a big heart. Forrest’s good intentions inspires others and helps form everlasting friendships. Forrest Gump proves that you never know what you’re going to get in life, but it’s important to make the best of it.
🥁Drum Roll Please! 🥁
1. It’s a Wonderful Life
Starring James Stewart and Donna Reed
Have you ever wondered how the world would be without you in it?
George Bailey gave up his dreams for the town of Bedford Falls. After an incident, he felt broken and useless, until his guardian angel showed him how his family and friends would have turned out if he had never been born…
It’s a Wonderful Life shows that the riches of the world are not always quantifiable.
Happy Watching, Friends!
Let me know if I missed any!