Only films that present the most wholesome view of life in the most positive, uplifting way are recommended here. Therefore the list is not long. Few films with a PG rating would be appropriate for this list. If you have suggestions for additions, please comment here.
Title (year) | Lesson | Synopsis |
Family Fun | ||
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You Can't Take It with You (1938) | Smell the roses | Eccentric, carefree family shows hard-nosed businessman what life is about. |
Thoughtful | ||
Chariots of Fire (1981) | God honors who honors Him | True story of preacher turned gifted runner who puts God first in Olympics quest. |
Our Vines Have Tender Grapes (1945) | We are all growing | A synopsis would be hard, so here's more message: it's about how parents teach their children and shape their lives--and about how children, for good or ill, learn lessons in life from their parents. |
Shadowlands (1993) | Suffering is part of joy | True story of C.S. Lewis's late life love and marriage. |