by Ronnie Sloan
Thought-provoking films can change nations’ worldviews, as in the case of Pedro Almodovar, a famous Spanish film director. His films educated a generation of openminded and tolerant Spaniards. Often filmmakers dare to touch taboo topics. Thus, drawing attention to the existence of specific unresolved issues or tensions in society. A movie can become a kind of psychologist for a person who is looking for a way out when touching sensitive themes. It’s common to identify ourselves with a movie or series character.
Apathy is familiar to every student without any doubt. Ongoing tests, researches, workshops, and deadlines hanging like a” sword of Damocles” over undergraduates’ heads, isn’t it? We decided to entertain you and made a list of motivational films, that, in our humble opinion, can work miracles and inspire positive changes. Relax a bit and gain life wisdom, while experienced authors help you edit and proofread your writing assignments. Check it out and entrust your homework to professionals.
Hidden Figures (2016)
American biographical drama film
IMDb rating 7.8
Hidden Figures is an incredible real-life story of three African American women defending their rights. Despite race and sex segregation policy, Katherine Johnson, an aspiring space engineer, applies for a vacancy position in NASA. She successfully passes a strict selection process, but once surrounded by all-white male graduates begins to feel oppressed. Due to scepticism about women’s scientific abilities and racial discrimination, she almost lost faith in herself. Despite all the difficulties, her talent, perseverance, and efforts to achieve her goal gave benefits. We advise you to watch this film and find out what role this outstanding woman played in astronautics history.
The Great Debaters (2007)
Biographical drama directed and starring by Denzel Washington
IMDb rating 7.5
One more film faces the topic of racial intolerance and an irresistible desire for self-development against any vital circumstances. The movie tells the story of social tensions in Texas during the Great Depression. The plot is based on the real tradition of Debates between students of American colleges and universities. The debate coach Melvin B. Tolson, the role interpreted by Denzel Washington, intends to achieve equal rights with the white debaters community. Questioning the rules of the society of post World War II, and expressing concern towards the existing order of things he sows a grain of doubt in the heads of inveterate traditionalists.
Peaceful Warrior (2006)
Drama
IMDb rating 7.3
A movie tells us a story of Dan Millman, a university student and famous gymnast that dreams about winning the National US Championship. He trains restlessly and is obsessed with the desire to be the first. As in a proverb Man proposes, God disposes, one day, he suffers a motor accident and gets a severe leg injury. Dan, at first, loses faith, but gradually begins to appreciate life as it is, and take it as an adventurous journey toward a lifetime goal. This movie teaches us that all troubles and obstacles do not happen by chance. They are only lessons on our way to a meaningful life.
Good Will Hunting (1997)
Drama
IMDb rating 8.3
This movie is a life story of a 20 years old Boston guy, who has an encyclopedic memory and innate analytical skills. However, as many of us, he doesn’t use or develop them. He lives in the past, in old resentment, experienced injustice, and the only thing he does is to blame himself for all his troubles. Reckless actions often make us regret what we have done. To move forward, we need to take responsibility for our future, not look back at the past, understand that the world is multifaceted and not only black and white. Let’s walk together with Will to understand ourselves and learn to prioritise.
Forrest Gump (1994)
American comedy-drama
IMDb rating 8.8
This movie is a heart-moving, inspiring story of a man with limited mental ability and childlike innocence. It shows us that everything is possible if we want it and make enough effort. The desire to live a full life, to try new activities, to fall in love, to be an active citizen, and much more, characterises Forrest, embodied by Tom Hanks. “Life is a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get”, says young Forrest Gump and runs as fast as he can to reach his goals.
The King’s Speech (2010)
Historical drama
IMDb rating 8.0
Based on a true story of King George VI, this movie teaches us to overcome fears no matter how terrible they may seem. Public speaking is a nightmare for every student. Just imagine how nerve-wracking a radio broadcasted speech can be. Self-doubt, fear of failure, or becoming the object of ridicule are the circumstances that prevent us from living our life to the fullest. We are sure that after watching this movie and having experienced brilliant moments played by Colin Firth, you will get rid of unnecessary troubles or, at least, start thinking that the size of the problem depends on our perception of it.
We are sure that you will find our Top 6 Inspiring movies for students engaging and advise you to start watching them right now.
