Guardian writers on their ultimate feelgood movies: ‘For when humanity lets me down’
Our writers highlight the films they find endlessly rewatchable, including Notting Hill and Married to the Mob
“Feelgood” movies are often thought of as big-hearted romantic comedies, comforting classics, or childhood favourites that still hold up decades later. In our series, My feelgood movie, Guardian writers reflect on their go-to flick, and explain why their pick is endlessly rewatchable.
This list will be updated weekly with further picks.
Married to the Mob is available on Hoopla, Kanopy and Pluto in the US and Amazon Prime in the UK
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