Are you looking for good movies but not necessarily in English? Well, the world of cinema can provide you with a lot of non-English movies that can make you feel good and sometimes great!
Movies have the ability to make us feel good, bad, and many other emotions with their captivating stories and amazing performances by the actors and actresses. To a movie buff, language is barely an issue as you can easily find English subtitles for all kinds of movies. Foreign movies seem to be quite more fascinating and inspiring than luxurious big-budget Hollywood movies and if you have not explored much of them; it is time for you to explore more. Expand your palette and choice of movies to find more influential films that can stir your emotions and make you feel good with a lasting impact.
10 Feel-Good Non-English Movies
- Amélie
Amélie definitely deserves to stay on the top of the list which has inspired people for decades. This amazing French movie is directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and it offers the slice of life that you have missed your life or have lost long ago. The movie will help you rekindle your inner child as it embraces the little happy moments of life that do not come from money. While Amélie has mostly spent her life in loneliness; her only motto is to help people and make them in some way and she finally comes across her lover. It is a wholesome movie and the piano compositions in the background perfectly embrace the ‘hope core’ vibe in the movie.
- The Intouchables
The Intouchables is another French movie that has claimed a huge amount of global attention with its amazing story which is perhaps based on true events. The Americans as usual made an English version of this movie which featured Bryan Cranston and Kevin Hart. However, the original movie still stands out with its wholesome relationship between Philippe and Driss. Philippe has all the money he might not even need but Driss is the one who offers him the real happiness of living. The pair explores different aspects of life and the story dismantles all the racial hatred and turns into a funny and heartwarming movie that can teach us different aspects of life.
- Cinema Paradiso
This classic cult movie was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore and released back in 1988. The story is based in a small Sicilian town and it is a coming-of-age drama that can inspire audiences of all ages. The protagonist of the movie, Salvatore Di Vita receives a phone call from his mother and it puts him in a deep nostalgia. The filmmaker goes back to the memory lane of his childhood when young Salvatore was friends with the town’s projectionist Alfredo who worked in the movie theater. It is an Italian-French production movie that explores the deep relatable emotions of life where we get confused between holding and letting go.
- Life Is Beautiful
It is hard to imagine that we are putting a movie in the feel-good genre which is essentially built on the aftermath of war or a terrible holocaust situation. But that is the beauty of the movies and stories, right? Something so poignant yet positive that you want to cry and smile at the same time! This movie is still highly relevant in the modern age where war seems to be a daily event. Perfectly justifying its title, the film showcases a perfect portrayal of a father who can go to any extent to keep his family safe and it is heartbreaking and inspiring at the same time. The film won three Academy Awards and received a total of seven Oscar nominations. Perhaps, life is beautiful but we don’t realize it.
- Chungking Express
The movies of Wong Kar Wai are best known for dealing with loneliness among different individuals along with poetic storytelling. Chungking Express is one of the best examples of Kai’s work which was released back in 1994 and is still enjoyed by the people of the modern age. Other than spamming ‘California Dreams’ by Mamas and Papas; Kai has offered a fine depiction of life and how many lonely individuals lead it without any complaints. Whether it is the search for happiness or romance; everyone is searching for something and when they finally get it; it feels like home. It is definitely a must-watch for all kinds of movie lovers who are looking for something impactful.
- Us And Them
This romantic drama is a directorial debut by Rene Liu that was released back in 2018. The storytelling technique in this film is amazing where the director takes the audience back and forth by depiction of a couple’s present as ‘Us’ and the past as ‘Them’. Another interesting and unconventional take by the director can be noticed as the flashbacks and past events are in color but the modern situation is depicted in black and white or monochrome. The story navigates through different human emotions and the struggles of maintaining a relationship that comes with a lot of turmoil.
- The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared
The title ‘The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared’ is perhaps too big but the excitement it creates is absolutely worth it. This is a Swedish film that was released in 2013 and it is based on the real-life emotions that we all feel inside. It is based on an exploding fox with dynamite. On his 100th birthday started with a complete adventure where encountered some people to share the experiences of life. A lot of people do not like the old age due to the struggles of life but it can be beautiful as well. It is a critically acclaimed movie that captivated everyone.
- The Way He Looks
You might not watched a Brazillian come-of-age movie but this could be a life changing experience for you. This romantic drama is directed by Daniel Ribeiro he did a spectacular job. It is mainly based on the central character Leonardo who is blind but also has a best friend called Giovanna. Simple, whole some and highly emotive; this movie is quite inspiring for the audiences of all ages.
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