Some inspiring and motivational movies that may interest you!
(This is a very young page, and we'll keep adding more. . . .)
 
Harold and Maude

One of the most inspirational movies of all, this is the story of the strange relationship between an 18-year-old who's obsessed with death and the 80-year-old woman who teaches him to be obsessed with life.  A great movie with a great message.

 
 

Pay It Forward

A classroom assignment leads a young boy to focus on helping others in a way that will spread beyond himself in ways that he'll never know.  A nice story about the spirit of giving and ways that we can help others who need it.  While the script and ending are flawed, according to most reviewers, the acting and dialogue are great, and the movie definitely makes us think about the idea of giving unselfishly to others and the effect that it could have if we were to do so.

 
 

Life Is Beautiful

Extraordinary film by comedy star and filmmaker Benigni about an irrepressible spirit who refuses to ever give in to adversity, even when he is taken to a concentration camp with his wife and young son. He determines that the boy will be shielded from the horrors around them--and somehow finds a way to do it. A unique and beguiling fable that celebrates the human spirit.  ~~Leonard Maltin

   
 

Dead Poet's Society

Another movie with a flawed ending, as the last third of the film undermines the message of the first two-thirds.  But the message of the first part is extraordinary, and well worth watching as the lessons that Robin Williams gives to the students are extremely inspiring and leave the viewer with a great feeling.

  

  

Tuesdays with Morrie

A very inspiring film about a former college professor diagnosed with ALS and a former student who comes back to learn from him the truly important lessons about life, love, and happiness.  Jack Lemmon's performance is truly inspiring, and the story is one that we all can learn a great deal from.

  
  

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