Category Archives: Uplifting Films

The Biggest Themes of Batman Begins

“Don’t be afraid.” That’s a big theme of Batman Begins, a movie all about being terrified and facing one’s greatest fears. “Don’t be afraid” are the dying words of Thomas Wayne to his son Bruce. Bruce Wayne’s 3 Biggest Fears … Continue reading →

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The Moral of Beauty and the Beast (1991): Vincit Qui Se Vincit

I love Beauty and the Beast (1991). It’s my favorite movie. And it’s a rare movie that actually puts its moral front and center at the very start. Vincit Qui Se Vincit There’s a tiny detail I never noticed until … Continue reading →

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Annie Glenn Had The Right Stuff

What does it take to be a great man or woman? That’s the question that The Right Stuff asks again and again. Nobody talks about having The Right Stuff in The Right Stuff. It seems like a source of pride … Continue reading →

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Ben-Hur (1959) and the Emptiness of Seeking Revenge

My wife and I recently rewatched Ben-Hur (1959), that classic film that won 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and I discovered something amazing about it. This may not come across as groundbreaking, but I realized that the film paints … Continue reading →

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An Inspiring Movie for Anyone Struggling with Serious Obstacles in Life

Some movies inspire me to be a better man. Standout: The Ben Kjar Story is one of them. It’s a documentary about a good man who managed to find joy in spite of incredible hardships.

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What About Bob? Is an Incredibly Positive Movie

I participated in an interesting thought experiment a while ago. I was asked to watch What About Bob? and count all of the times when someone acts or speaks negatively in it. I’m a pretty attentive guy, so this piqued … Continue reading →

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Why I Love The Sound of Music Even More Than Bluey

Bluey is a great TV show. The music is excellent to listen to, often referencing classical compositions. The visuals are compelling and rich. And the stories are frequently moving. Its primary audience is children, yet it also speaks to adults … Continue reading →

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What All Borrowers Truly Need

A wise king once said, “Are we not all beggars?” That begs the question: who are we begging from and what have we borrowed? I’ll answer that a little later. First, I’ve been hearing on the news about people worried … Continue reading →

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Music Seems to Represent Love in The Sound of Music

I love The Sound of Music. It’s one of my favorite films. And I recently discovered something special about it I would like to share with you. Each song in The Sound of Music seems to represent a unique aspect … Continue reading →

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The Natural and Overcoming Addiction

In The Natural, Roy Hobbs is a gifted baseball player who wants to use his God-given talent to make a name for himself. However, he’s brutally shot in the prime of his life and forced to put off becoming a … Continue reading →

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