Cinema, as one of the most important most important and influential types of art, is able to awaken a whole host of feelings and emotions in us. If this is a comedy, then we are happy to laugh at comic situations; if this is an action movie, then we are wholeheartedly worried about the main character and rejoice in his long-awaited victories; if it’s horror, then we easily get goosebumps from the sight of scary scenes and nightmarish monsters. This list goes on and on, sorting through one genre after another.
Today we would like to talk about such a thing as sentimental films. As a rule, viewing such paintings arouses in the viewer feelings of reverie, enthusiasm and empathy, and also causes a strong emotional reaction in response to what he sees. Sentimental films include family drama, romantic romance, and fantastic action films and even musicals. Contrary to popular belief, such a movie is not just a banal “tear-extractor”, but also interesting and exciting stories that can awaken our humanity in us.
In general, even the emotional terminator will bring touching films to those very tears. It can be tears of sadness, tenderness, and even nostalgia for something personal. Still can't believe it? Then we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the following list of the best sentimental films to personally verify their uniqueness.
Les parapluies de Cherbourg, 1964
Opens our today's list of French film musicals, released back in 1964. Umbrellas Cherbourg is a love story of a young Genevieve and a young auto mechanic named Guy (Guillaume). Their romantic relationship has to pass a serious test after Guy goes to military service in Algeria. Heroes take an oath of allegiance, but over time, Genevieve begins to lose hope of the return of her lover. Everything becomes even more intense when the girl finds out about her pregnancy. Then she decides to marry another wealthy and respectable man.
"Death Among Icebergs" (Orca, the Killer Whale, 1977)
Captain Nolan does not think at all that by his actions he inflicts a serious blow to wildlife. Every day he goes to sea and kills whales - everything is simple. In one of these regular swims, a killer whale comes across Nolan. The animal dies, and with it the unborn baby dies. A male killer whale sees all this tragedy. After the incident, Nolan realizes that the lonely whale will avenge the murderers of his family. The fact is that killer whales are monogamous, therefore, having killed a female, the captain found himself a real enemy in the person of a male. The whale intends to destroy the local fishing village, and the only way to stop it is to try to fight back.
“Alien” (ET the Extra-Terrestrial, 1982)
The 1982 film "Alien" from director Steven Spielberg is considered a true classic of foreign cinema. According to the plot, a peaceful alien research group arrives on our planet Earth. NASA experts, in time to notice the approaching plate, decide to capture at least one humanoid. Faced with the aggressive behavior of people, alien guests rush to leave Earth as soon as possible. And all would be fine, but just because of the rush, one of them was not lucky enough to be left behind. Now he has to go a hard way in search of the opportunity to return home. The 1982 film "Alien" is a good and instructive story.
My Life (My Life, 1993)
Next on our list is a touching drama with Nicole Kidman and Michael Kitan in the lead roles. By the way, do not confuse this film with “My Life” 2018. Despite the identical names, these are absolutely two different stories. In addition, the film "My Life" in 2018 was shot in Russia, while the film 1993 - in the United States.
The protagonist is a young workaholic named Bob Jones. One day he learns that he is ill with kidney cancer, so he has very little to live on. In addition, Bob has a wife, Gail, who carries his child. Unfortunately, everything indicates that a man is unlikely to reach the birth of a baby, so he decides to write down a future message for him.
The Green Mile (1999)
No desire to get acquainted with the eponymous novel by Stephen King? Then we advise you to immediately proceed to the amazing film adaptation directed by Frank Darabont (spoiler: many fans are convinced that Darabont is the only one who manages to successfully transfer King's work to the big screen).
What is this story about and why did it end up in our top of the best sentimental films? The events of the picture will take us to the Cold Mountain prison, namely to the death row block through which prisoners who await their execution pass. Local boss Paul Edgecomb saw a lot at his job. However, with the advent of a strange bruiser by the name of John Coffey, who is punished for a terrible crime, the situation in the prison changes beyond recognition. One thing is clear, others will remember this prisoner for a long time.
In order not to spoil the impression of the film with any spoilers, we advise all our readers to familiarize themselves with the Green Mile as soon as possible (unless, of course, this has happened yet).
Million Dollar Baby (2004)
Frank Dunn always wanted to raise a true champion, but he is haunted by one setback after another. One fine day, Maggie Fitzgerald comes to his room. The girl explains that she always wanted to engage in boxing and, despite the fact that she was already 31 years old, she continues to live on this dream. At first, Frank makes it clear to a new friend that he is not going to engage in her training. Maggie, in turn, continues to demonstrate perseverance and determination. In the end, the coach changes his mind and begins to prepare his ward for the upcoming entry into the ring.
The Reader (The Reader, 2008)
Another dramatic and insanely sentimental film about love, hatred and hope. Once a 15-year-old boy Michael falls in love with a woman who is much older than him. The name is women Hannah Schmitz and she keeps a terrible secret. One fine day, Hannah disappears from Michael's life, breaking off all ties with him. Eight years pass, and the protagonist, already a grown-up, being a law student, meets his old lover, who is in the dock, during the trial. Soon he finds out that Hannah had connections with the Nazis and was directly involved in the Auschwitz death march.
Marley & Me (2008)
The events of the film tell of a young married couple who are trying to build their life in a new place. John and Jenny have grandiose plans: buying their own home, moving up the career ladder and, of course, having children. To prepare for a new role for them, the role of parents, the heroes decide to get a dog. The dog gets the nickname Marley and soon becomes a full member of a young family. For the couple, Marley is not just a four-legged friend, but the most valuable thing that has appeared in their life.
Seven Lives (Seven Pounds, 2008)
One day Ben becomes the culprit of a terrible accident, which killed seven people. After that, he decides to go on a rather unusual journey in order to at least somehow atone for his guilt. Fate brings him to seven strangers, each of whom needs medical attention. Ben begins to donate part of his organs for them. In the end, he is going to commit suicide, but unexpectedly meets a girl named Emily. Ben realizes that he has strong feelings for a new acquaintance, which, in turn, begins to interfere with his original plan.
“My Guardian Angel” (My Sister's Keeper, 2009)
The next sentimental film is the touching family drama My Guardian Angel, based on the best-selling book of the same name.
Girl Anna was born in order to become a donor for her sister Kate. Kate has leukemia, which is why she has to use Anna's body to get blood, lymph and bone marrow. Soon it comes to the fact that the girl needs a kidney transplant. However, instead of obeying her parents and becoming a donor again, Anna decides to sue them and achieve her right over her own body.
The Impossible (Lo imposible, 2012)
Films that tell about real events that changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people are always perceived in a special way. The plot of the film "Impossible" (2012) is tied around a real tsunami that occurred as a result of an earthquake in the Indian Ocean in 2004. In the center of events are members of an ordinary British family who went on vacation to Thailand. A few days after their arrival, a deadly wave falls upon the city. As a result of the disaster, the family scatters on two different banks and now they have to fight for their own lives.
Still Alice (2014)
A rather complicated drama that can cause a lot of emotions when watching (hence the place in our list of sentimental films). "Still Alice" is a story about a famous professor of linguistics named Alice Howland. A woman has long been leading a successful career, has a beloved husband and three adult children. She seems to have the happy life that so many want. However, Alice has a terrible secret that poisons her existence - Alzheimer's disease.
The events of the film show well all the horror that suddenly fell upon the main character. At first, she forgets only certain words, but soon, due to the progression of the disease, she begins to lose more and more important and valuable memories.