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Post by circled27 on May 8, 2008 10:58:15 GMT -6
RUDY! RUDY! RUDY!
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Post by dvdjunkie on May 16, 2008 8:33:05 GMT -6
I think that one of my favorite motivational movies has got to be:
REMEMBER THE TITANS
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Post by Hedvig on May 17, 2008 7:23:12 GMT -6
I saw Lola Rennt, featuring a woman who runs a lot all through the movie, because she has to get money to save her boyfriend from gangsters. It filled me with energy, and the desire to run, so I guess that counts.
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Post by dvdjunkie on May 17, 2008 7:49:03 GMT -6
Oh yeah! That movie was released here in the US under the title "Run Lola Run" and you are correct about it inspiring someone to run. Also it is a pretty good movie.  |
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Post by Hedvig on May 18, 2008 10:35:51 GMT -6
Yes, I loved it. It didn't just inspire to run, it made me want to jump up and fix things.
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Post by Kimmer on May 20, 2008 15:46:36 GMT -6
I think that one of my favorite motivational movies has got to be: REMEMBER THE TITANS  I love that one too!! |
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Post by victoralice on May 21, 2008 12:18:03 GMT -6
Oh this is going to be so soppy :unsure: but when I was in my teens, at that very unsure age, I watched Now Voyager and the transformation of Bette from maiden aunt into beautiful woman was like an epiphany to me. There's no point thinking others look better than me, perhaps taller or more of an hourglass figure, or thinner etc it's what I've got and what I make of it and also the self belief that I do make a difference and can shine. Also the fun that can be had with cosmetics and clothes too  |
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Post by circled27 on May 21, 2008 13:13:41 GMT -6
Go girl! It is a much needed message in today's culture. I've never seen the movie, but I'm sure I'd enjoy it.
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Post by victoralice on May 24, 2008 2:38:50 GMT -6
You must, it's a perfect film for a rainy day :  : |
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Post by circled27 on Jun 12, 2008 15:01:19 GMT -6
VA, I googled that movie, Now Voyager. In all likeliness I have probably seen it. It's an oldie. As a kid, I used to watch the afternoon movie all the time, all sorts of movies from the 40's. Lots of Bette Davis and Claude Rains. The afternoon movie always started out playing the classical piece The Syncopated Clock |
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Post by Hedvig on Jun 16, 2008 15:17:02 GMT -6
Any movie where people are really working hard at fixing things or creating things is motivational to me. I saw a TV-series based on a series of popular books about a girl who helps a poor family, taking care of the children, cooking, cleaning, making everything better. Finally she's adopted by a rich man, and of course she manages to get him to agree to take on all the other children. It's a typical children's story from a certain period, and it really makes you feel bad for not doing more for everyone else, for not being so sensible and hard-working. I can't remember the title of that series at the moment, but I remember it was so effective! Not that the effect lasted very long.
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Post by Midge on Jun 16, 2008 21:15:42 GMT -6
Hedvig, that plot sounds just like a Mary Pickford silent called Sparrows. Was that the name of the book?
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Post by Larry's 66 Diner on Jun 17, 2008 4:21:31 GMT -6
Interesting, Midge, I was about to suggest that!  |
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Post by Midge on Jun 17, 2008 4:27:43 GMT -6
Great minds think alike. ;D
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Post by Larry's 66 Diner on Jun 17, 2008 4:32:08 GMT -6
:thumbsup: :jump:
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Post by circled27 on Jun 17, 2008 8:40:44 GMT -6
Midge said: And, your point is?   |
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Post by Midge on Jun 17, 2008 13:12:39 GMT -6
Modesty prevents me from answering your question. |
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Post by circled27 on Jun 17, 2008 13:16:46 GMT -6
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Post by Hedvig on Jun 17, 2008 14:58:07 GMT -6
He he. Actually, I wouldn't be surprised if the author had been inspired by Sparrows. It was a Swedish series though. Based on a classic premise.
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Post by dvdjunkie on Jun 21, 2008 7:50:29 GMT -6
Looking for a 'feel-good' movie, you should check out THE GREAT DEBATERS with Denzel Washington (him, again). It was great to watch in the theater, and now that it is available on DVD it should be seen by all those who need quick boost in confidence level. A very easy film to watch and enjoy.
;D
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Post by Hedvig on Jun 21, 2008 12:15:04 GMT -6
Ooh, I'm always looking for feel-good. Thanks. |
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Post by diane on Jun 21, 2008 16:27:53 GMT -6
I don't know about motivational but feel-good - I would have to go with "The Good Companions"
(1932). It's claim to fame is that it was Jessie Matthew's break through movie. I just find the
whole film inspiring. It is about 3 strangers who have been the odd ones out all their lives and
come together to help manager a group of traveling entertainers - The Dinky Doos. It is a
wonderful movie - I always watch it at Christmas for some odd reason and whenever I am down.
There is so much suspicion nowadays - in those times people were not afraid of helping their fellow
men and wearing their hearts on their sleeves. Of course with Jessie Matthews there are some
wonderful songs and of course she dances divinely (she was called "the dancing divinity").
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Post by circled27 on Jun 26, 2008 8:37:12 GMT -6
Anything with Edmund Gwenn in it would have to be good. |
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Post by Midge on Jun 26, 2008 14:16:19 GMT -6
Anything with Edmund Gwenn in it would have to be good. He was so good in Miracle on 34th Street. I guess my favorite motivational movie would have to be It's a Wonderful Life. |
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Post by circled27 on Jun 30, 2008 8:43:04 GMT -6
I watched August Rush this weekend. It was enjoyable, albeit predictable. It was a truly nice feel good movie. Robin Williams was in a role I was not used to seeing him in. He plays the role of a villian, a street person who takes advantage of a group of street youth. I really enjoyed it despite its highly predictable ending.
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Post by hummingbird on Jun 30, 2008 12:34:05 GMT -6
Anything with Edmund Gwenn in it would have to be good. He was so good in Miracle on 34th Street. I guess my favorite motivational movie would have to be It's a Wonderful Life. Yes I agree with you on both of these movies. I also love the original CHRISTMAS CAROL, it makes me think of how there are other people out who may be in a worse situation than I am and I want to find ways I could help them. I a specially love Tiny Tim and his big heart. |
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