Here’s the movies for me, but I won’t elaborate much as it would take FOREVER:
1)Braveheart-freedom
2)The Shawshank Redemption-hope
3)Rudy-determination/hard work
4)Papilion(sp?)-friendship
5)Jesus of Nazareth-the gospel
Shitdisturber, the Roberto Benigni movie is called Life is Beautiful. One of the greatest movie experiences of the last decade, to be sure.
Thanks David. Of course I remembered the name on my way to work. Duh. That is a fantastic movie. Robertos’ role was that of a true T-Man.
Again, as a guy, don’t laugh at my choice, along with the ones above me, “The Color Purple.” The way she finally was able to stand up to Mr. and was reunited to her sister, great scene.
The Iron Giant, Batman the animated movie, Saving Private Ryan, and I know this is not a movie, but Band of Brothers. I couldn’t sit through one episode and not get misty. Especially the last episode, where they interviewed the remaining members of Easy company. When Winters tells of the story where his grand daughter asks if he was a hero.
Old Yeller, hell yes. The effect that had on me as a child… ridiculously powerful. The effect is the same today. Obviously, Braveheart. I cannot even begin to describe how the final scene made me feel.
you guys have pretty much hit em all on the head; but id like to point out especially braveheart…everything in that movie works so damn well, the music, the direction, the acting…perfect
but i noticed none of you mentioned Ghost… maybe im just a sap, but every time i watch that movie i cant help but lose it when unchained melody comes on
Anyone seen Mullholland Dr.? By far one of the strangest movies I’ve seen.
I could’nt help but notice that many people mentioned, as did I, Braveheart. For anyone who is interested, pick up the book “On the trail of William Wallace”, by David Ross. The author is a very interesting guy, who rides to various sites throughout Scotland, on motorcycle, looking for clues and special stories to historical events. I enjoyed his second book, “On the trail of Robert the Bruce”, even more. If you have an interest in Scottish history, these books are a must. To Ike: Can’t watch Old Yeller with anyone around. It may be a corny movie, but it kills me.
Kids, The Joy Luck Club, Magnolia, Dying Young, Saving Private Ryan, Muriel’s Wedding, Schindler’s List, The Color Purple, the first movie I ever saw, Sleeping Beauty.
Bronx Bomber-Good call on Band of Brothers! I thought it was amazing. I think this one may have affected me more than Private Ryan because you had so much more time to get to know the characters. I choked up during every episode when they showed the clips with the actual men.