Films With A Good Heart

In rural Japan, two sisters encounter magical creatures and discover the power of imagination. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki, this enchanting animated fantasy film evokes wonder and nostalgia. With lovable characters and breathtaking animation, it celebrates family bonds, nature, and the transformative power of imagination. A timeless and heartwarming tale from Studio Ghibli that invites you to embrace the magic in everyday life.

Charmingly soft-spoken and yet powerfully incisive expressing his profound ideals, Fred Rogers was a unique presence on television for generations. Through interviews of his family and colleagues, the life of this would-be pastor is explored as a man who found a more important calling to provide an oasis for children in a video sea of violent bombardment. That proved to be his landmark series, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (1968), a show that could gently delve into important subjects no other children's show would have dared for that time. In doing so, Rogers experienced a career where his sweet-tempered idealism charmed and influenced the world whether it be scores of children on TV or recalcitrant authorities in government. However, that beloved personality also hid Rogers' deep self-doubts about himself and occasional misjudgments even as he proved a rock of understanding in times of tragedy for a world that did not always comprehend a man of such noble character.

Kanji Watanabe is a civil servant. He has worked in the same department for 30 years. His life is boring and monotonous, though he once used to have passion and drive. Then one day he discovers that he has stomach cancer and less than a year to live. After the initial depression he sets about living for the first time in over 20 years. Then he realises that his limited time left is not just for living life to the fullest, but to leave something meaningful behind.

A masterpiece of animated storytelling from the acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki. The movie follows a young girl named Chihiro who becomes trapped in a magical world and must navigate a series of challenges to save herself and her parents. This film is a must-see for fans of animation and fantasy, with stunning visuals, a captivating story, and memorable characters.

Jo, a witty 9-year-old girl, loves films and superheroes. Battling a terminal illness, she dreams of being a superhero, and inspires other kids in the children's hospital to play out scenes from action films. One day, her mother Kathryn takes Jo back to her rural village to spend the rest of her short life with her family. Against all odds and battling the time left her, the whole village takes it upon themselves to make Jo's last wish a reality: to make a film and star in it.

Winfried doesn't see much of his working daughter Ines. He pays her a surprise visit in Bucharest, where she's busy as a corporate strategist. The geographical change doesn't help them to see more eye to eye. Practical joker Winfried annoys his daughter with corny pranks and jabs at her routine lifestyle of meetings and paperwork. Father and daughter reach an impasse, and Winfried agrees to go home to Germany. Enter Toni Erdmann: Winfried's flashy alter ego. Disguised in a tacky suit, weird wig and fake teeth, Toni barges into Ines' work circle, claiming to be her CEO's life coach. As Toni, Winfried doesn't hold back, and Ines meets the challenge. The harder they push, the closer they become. In all the madness, Ines begins to see that her eccentric father deserves a place in her life.

Mizore Yoroizuka and Nozomi Kasaki are a pair of best friends in their final year of high school. They're both obsessed with the school's brass band club. With Mizore on the oboe and Nozomi on the flute, they spend their days in happiness, until the club begins to practice songs inspired by the fairy tale Liz und ein Blauer Vogel - "Liz and the Blue Bird". Immersed in this story, Mizore and Nozomi begin to realize that there may be no such thing as being together forever.

A 10-year-old boy named Elliott discovers an alien who is stranded on Earth. Now, Elliot and his siblings will have to do everything they can to maintain a secret the existence of such a mysterious creature. Will they be able to keep E.T safe in our world? A movie that marked generations, from innovative genius director Steven Spielberg, and change movie history by bringing to life a tale of friendship, how some fear the unknown while others don't and infinite outer space possibilities.

Ricky, a rebellious city kid, finds himself in a new foster home in the New Zealand bush. When a tragedy strikes, he and his gruff foster uncle become fugitives, sparking a manhunt. The duo form an unlikely friendship while evading the law and surviving the wilderness. Their adventure turns into a journey of self-discovery and belonging. With the charismatic presence of Sam Neill as the uncle and remarkable directing from Taika Waititi, the film's quirky humor and heartfelt moments make it unforgettable.

It's the early nineteenth century, and young Dr. Noboru Yasumoto has been summoned for a reason unknown to him to rural Koishikawa Medical Clinic from Nagasaki, where he has been stationed for three years completing his internship. The clinic, headed by the outwardly stern Dr. Kyojô Niide - nicknamed "Red Beard" for that attribute - under his very strict guidelines, treats the poor and disadvantaged of the region. Much to his surprise and dismay, Yasumoto is told he is to start work there immediately, staff, including doctors, living on site. As he was expecting a position as a physician for a shogunate in his privilege, Yasumoto shows his displeasure at this fate at every turn. He believes this fate was either orchestrated directly by Red Beard in solely wanting access to his detailed professional notes - Yasumoto believing he a much better doctor than his new, more experienced superior - or by the father of a female acquaintance in an effort to get rid of him. Yasumoto may get a different perspective of life as a doctor at the clinic in getting to view Red Beard's methods first hand, as he gets to know the stories of some of the in-patients at the clinic, and as he is assigned his first patient, Otoyo, a twelve year old orphaned girl who was raised in an abusive brothel environment in an effort to seal her supposed future.

In the midst of the Korean wilderness, a Buddhist master patiently raises a young boy to grow up in wisdom and compassion, through experience and endless exercises. Once the pupil discovers his sexual lust, he seems lost to contemplative life and follows his first love, but soon fails to adapt to the modern world, gets in jail for a crime of passion and returns to the master in search of spiritual redemption and reconciliation with karma, at a high price of physical catharsis...

Isak Borg is an old doctor and professor, who goes on a road trip to receive a tribute in another city, accompanied by his daughter-in-law. Along the trip, he meets people, remembers moments of his history and reflects on his life. A deep reflection of life and memories, brought by Ingmar Bergman's unique perspective.

Humanity has abandoned the garbage-covered Earth, where a small, loveable and lonely robot works. But when he falls in love with another robot, he goes on an adventure through space to rescue this sleek, futuristic probe robot, only to find she has an unexpected capacity for love. Embark on an adorable cosmic journey of discovery, love and hope with our diligent robot with a big heart because you are sure to find it amusing for the whole family!

In this captivating coming-of-age tale helmed by the talented French director Céline Sciamma (renowned for "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" and "Tomboy"), we follow Marieme on a transformative journey. Hindered by her stifling family, a bleak academic future, and the rules of neighborhood boys, her life takes an unexpected turn after encountering a trio of spirited girls. Opting for a fresh start, she changes her name, wardrobe, and abandons school to join the gang, yearning for a taste of freedom. But will this path truly lead her to what she seeks?

Young witch Kiki moves to a new town to start her training and opens a flying delivery service. Alongside her talking cat Jiji, she grapples with self-doubt and the challenges of independence. Through friendships and setbacks, she learns valuable lessons about resilience and community. With endearing characters and a heartfelt message, this is a must-see from one of the most respected filmmakers, Hayao Miyazaki, that will warm your heart and inspire your spirit.

Yuma is a grown woman now with the obligations and duties that come with it. Nevermind that she went 37 seconds without breathing upon birth, which resulted in her developing and living with cerebral palsy. She is disabled. She is striving to perform under the duress while juggling an aspiration to become a manga artist. With the world using her, and the reality that comes with her disability, she embarks on a sexual exploration in order to understand the subject matter demanded of her by an employer.