The Hollywood machine churns out thousands of films a year. Most of these films are simply designed for entertainment, some are just plain terrible, and some make you think. Once in a while, a film is produced which, if seen, will change your whole perspective on film-making and force you to confront the harsh reality of our own existence. This is a list of films that I have come across which have driven me to feel emotions I never knew film could inspire:
1. Like Crazy (2011): Director Drake Doremus throws the rom-com cliches out the window and requires the outstanding actors (Felicity Jones + Anton Yelchin) to improvise many of their lines. The result is the most sobering story of real-life romance I have ever experienced. You feel the emotions along with the characters and can't help but relate at every turn.
2. Winter's Bone (2010): Jennifer Lawrence shines as her character, Ree, strives against sexism and social inertia to protect her family from losing their home. The Ozarks are unforgiving, the acting is outstanding, and the story is guaranteed to make you feel your own humanity.
3. Spring Breakers (2013): Korine lures us in by exploiting our sexual desires, then pulls the floor out from under us. The result is a descent into a non-linear, non-sensical hallucination which keeps you hooked and your jaw dropped. You finish the movie disgusted, yet pensive. Great acting from Franco and former Disney starlets Gomez/Hudgens keeps the roller-coaster moving while frequent flashbacks and dialogue repetitions build a film that can't help but make you think.
I'll add to the list as I discover more. Also, feel free to make recommendations!
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