9 Feel Good Flicks to Watch When You Need to Cheer Up
9 Feel Good Flicks to Watch When You Need to Cheer Up
Whether you've had a bad day or just need a distraction from the state of the world, a good feel-good film, whether a rom-com, animated, or even documentary, can brighten your mood and provide a respite from whatever it is that is on your mind. From genre classics like You've Got Mail and A League of Their Own to recent documentaries such as Won't You Be My Neighbor?, these 8 films are certain to lift your spirits once you add them to your queue.
1) When Harry Met Sally
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Name a person who doesn't feel better after watching this most beloved of beloved rom-coms. We'll wait... You can't. This is one of those movies that benefits from rewatching over and over again—you can just settle in and enjoy the banter, the iconic New York scenery, Meg Ryan's sunny charm, and outfit inspiration for days. Order a pastrami and rye as a salute to Katz's Delicatessen while you watch.
2) Amelie
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The quirky French film remains a gateway to international cinema for many, what for its oh-so romantic plot, bright colors, and Parisian escapism.
3) Party Girl
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This classic of mid-90s indie moviemaking stars Parker Posey as a downtown bon vivant who unexpectedly has to take a job as a librarian. Come for Posey's quirky charm, stay for the deep dive into '90s nostalgia.
4) You've Got Mail
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Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan... could you ask for more? No you could not. Bask in a world where New York is always beautiful, cardigans make you look chic (not dumpy), and the internet is for finding true love and exchanging witty banter.
5) Won't You Be My Neighbor?
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Grab your tissues. The 2018 doc explores the life and career of Mr. Rogers—and his beloved neighborhood. A great pick for when you need to be reminded of the goodness of others.
6) The Princess Bride
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True love, revenge, giant rodents, grandfathers, Fred Savage, a dastardly six-fingered prince—this is apparently the ingredient list for the perfect movie. Just go ahead and watch it again. No one is judging you.
7) School of Rock
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The early aughts Jack Black classic provides a heavy dose of laughs. who doesn't love a substitute teacher who turns his class into his very own band?
8) A League Of Their Own
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There's no crying in baseball folks. Tom Hanks, Madonna, and Geena Davis star in a heartwarming comedy about the All American Girls Baseball League. You'll laugh, you'll cry (even though "there's no crying in baseball), and you'll thank your lucky stars for Penny Marshall.
9) Howl's Moving Castle
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A quiet girl working in a hat shop is whisked off to another world via a mysterious wizard named Howl and his magical flying castle. A true piece of escapism, voiced by the likes of Jean Simmons, Christian Bale, Lauren Bacall, Blythe Danner, and Billy Crystal.
We make no apologies for the number of Tom Hanks movies on this list.