Guardian writers on their ultimate feelgood movies: ‘Instantly uplifts my mood’
Our writers highlight the films they find endlessly rewatchable, including Notting Hill, The Wedding Singer and Mamma Mia!
“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.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is available on Netflix and Amazon Prime in the US and UK
Continue reading...
Read more at The Guardian
Topics
-
From Unforgiven to The Firm: Guardian writers pick their favourite Gene Hackman movies
After the death of the esteemed actor, writers highlight their favourite movies from a long and varied career. ‘He let us hate him’: Gene Hackman had a rare power – he didn’t need to be liked ...The Guardian - 5d -
The Excellent D&D Movie's Writers Are Turning Another Game Into A Film
This year marks the 90th anniversary of Monopoly, one of the most popular board games in the world. Hollywood has been attempting to make a Monopoly movie for the better part of the last two ...GameSpot - 3h -
Movie Review: In 'My Dead Friend Zoe,' a dark comedy about PTSD
“My Dead Friend Zoe,” starring Natalie Morales and Sonequa Martin-Green, confronts a dark reality of post-combat struggle with as much humor and playfulness as it does trauma and sorrowABC News - Feb. 26 -
A moment that changed me: I was 16, gay and bullied for it. Then my father wrote to the Guardian …
Britain in the 90s seemed to see homosexuality as something shameful. My father told the world how proud he was of me. Growing up gay in the 90s was incredibly difficult. In 1998, I was 16 and ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Uplift: A lion's pride
A young high school football player proves his worth by being a small but mighty force on his team. David Begnaud shares how that little lion became the pride of his school. A teacher gets what she ...CBS News - Feb. 22 -
The Uplift: A Dynamic Duo
A man with cerebral palsy and his racing partner attempt to complete six Abbott World Marathon Majors, with one left: Tokyo. David Begnaud has an update on Trooper the dog, who was rescued after ...CBS News - 5d -
'The mood is buzzing' - Palace thrash Villa as Wharton shines
After a slow start to the season, Crystal Palace have turned a corner with a thrashing of Aston Villa the latest sign they are on the up.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
How to plan the ultimate adventure through Southern Mexico
Yahoo News - 2d -
Review: In the uplifting yet mundane 'The Unbreakable Boy,' a dad finally wises up
Based on the memoir by Scott LeRette, the movie takes on subjects including autism and brittle-bone disease with a faith-based foundation in church and family.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 20
More from The Guardian
-
‘Watershed moment’: EU leaders close to agreeing €800bn defence plan
Show of unity over Ukraine may be hampered by Hungary’s Viktor Orbán but consensus has built on need for spending. Europe live – latest updates European leaders holding emergency talks in ...The Guardian - 3h -
Trump says he is suspending tariffs on many Mexican goods for one month – US politics live
US president says after speaking to Claudia Scheinbaum anything that falls under the US-Mexico-Canada-Agreement will be exempt from 25% levy. The White House announced that Donald Trump will sign ...The Guardian - 26m -
Revealed: Israeli military creating ChatGPT-like tool using vast collection of Palestinian surveillance data
The powerful new AI model is designed to analyze intercepted communications – but experts say such systems can exacerbate biases and are prone to making mistakes. Israel’s military surveillance ...The Guardian - 5h -
Hamas says Trump’s threats encourage Israel to back out of Gaza ceasefire
Militant group accuses the US president of seeking to undermine deal with his ultimatum for release of hostages. Hamas has accused Donald Trump of seeking to undermine the shaky pause in ...The Guardian - 6h -
Fifa will consider expanding World Cup to 64 teams for 2030 tournament
Idea raised at Fifa council meeting on Wednesday Move would see more than a quarter of members qualify Fifa is to consider a proposal to expand the 2030 men’s World Cup to 64 teams, an ...The Guardian - 1h
More in World
-
He Sang in Praise of Women Exposing Their Hair. Iran Flogged Him.
Mehdi Yarrahi, a popular Iranian musician, was arrested in a 2023 crackdown after releasing a song that praised women who rejected the mandatory hijab rule.The New York Times - 9m -
Real Sociedad v Manchester United: Europa League last 16, first leg – live
Europa League updates from 5.45pm GMT kick-off Live scores | Read today’s Football Daily | And mail Scott Manchester United make three changes to the side that started the FA Cup defeat ...The Guardian - 23m -
AZ v Tottenham, Fenerbahce v Rangers: Europa League last 16, first legs – live
Clockwatch updates from all the 5.45pm GMT kick-offs Live scores | Read today’s Football Daily | And mail Yara We will be following three games tonight:. AZ Alkmaar v Tottenham. Fenerbahce ...The Guardian - 26m -
Trump says he is suspending tariffs on many Mexican goods for one month – US politics live
US president says after speaking to Claudia Scheinbaum anything that falls under the US-Mexico-Canada-Agreement will be exempt from 25% levy. The White House announced that Donald Trump will sign ...The Guardian - 26m -
Visa and Mastercard face UK regulatory action over lack of competition
Payments regulator says card duopoly’s sharp fee increases are costing businesses £170mn extra a yearFinancial Times - 35m