7 Lesser-known Movies Guaranteed to Put You in a Good Mood
These films will serve as a source of inspiration and confidence for you.
When we read global news, it seems like the world is sinking into a bottomless pit of perpetual doom and gloom. But despair not: Redditors are always ready to find some escapist, feel-good movies to help you take your mind off the dystopia outside your window.
We've compiled a list of the best lesser-known examples that will definitely lift your spirits.
7. Real Genius (1985)
The plot centers on two prodigious students who invent a new type of chemical laser. The catch is the government wants this technology, and it's up to the brilliant duo to resist them. It is an incredibly funny comedy that accurately depicts the daily struggles of college students.
6. Strictly Ballroom (1992)
The story revolves around a young, unconventional ballroom dancer who battles to develop his unique style amidst pressure from his envious peers. However, everything changes when he is paired with fellow dancer Fran.
5. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)
One of the most underrated films in Wes Anderson's oeuvre is The Life Aquatic. In this film, Bill Murray portrays the title character, a parody of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, who embarks on an ocean voyage with a quirky crew to film a documentary about a shark that killed his friend.
4. Local Hero (1983)
A typical office clerk employed by a large oil company in Texas is tasked with purchasing a remote Scottish village to convert it into a massive refinery. However, our hero soon realizes that the sound of sand and sea holds more value for him than the noise of a bustling city, money, and faxes.
3. 20th Century Women (2016)
Set in 1979, the film narrates the story of a tight-knit circle of acquaintances: a mother and her son, the son's best friend, and the two tenants sharing a house with the main characters. While it leans more toward drama than comedy, it is an empowering character study that addresses feminist liberation and self-reliance.
2. Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)
This Bollywood film is about three brothers who were separated as children and raised in different families practicing Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity. Despite their different life perspectives, this does not prevent them from reuniting and becoming true brothers and friends.
1. Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)
This film tells the tale of a foster father and son who initially can't stand each other. They inadvertently end up in the dangerous and uncharted wilderness of New Zealand, where they spend several months being pursued by people who believe the father has abducted the boy. Together, they strive to survive and eventually learn to value and appreciate each other.
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