10 Hollywood inspirational movies that you should not miss

Known for their glitz and glamour, Hollywood movies are a favorite of many. Intense acting, innovative stories, amazing visual effects and exotic locales, Hollywood movies have it all. If you are a movie lover then this is a list you don’t want to miss.

Presenting with drum roll and a huge round of applause the list of 10 Hollywood inspirational movies.

• The Shawshank Redemption

Guts, glory and Shawshank Redemption. It’s a story of 2 prisoners sharing a special bond. Spending years behind bars, finding solace and learning to take things as they come is what the movie narrates.

Life isn’t always a bed of roses; we need to understand this and come to terms with it. Find unending inspiration and motivation to go on even when the path is tough.

• The Color Purple

The Color Purple is a period drama film based on a novel by the same name by Alice Walker. It’s a story about a young African American girl, Celie and depicts the problems that young women had to face in the early 20^th century.

It is emotional and empowering at the same time. Domestic violence, abuse, racism, poverty, and sexism are some of the issues that Celie has to tackle. It is encouraging to see Celie’s transformation into a strong woman.

• The Pursuit of Happyness

Any list of inspirational Hollywood movies will be incomplete without The Pursuit of Happyness. No wonder, it’s an all time favorite of many. Will Smith and Jaden Smith are a delight to watch.

The film is based on Chris Gardner’s struggle with homelessness. It’s a positive and happy movie which shouldn’t be missed. Watch it with your kids to teach them lessons of life.

• The Reader

This is one intense tale. A story of a lawyer, Michael who in his teenage years has an affair with an older woman, Hanna. She disappears and resurfaces years later as one of the defendants in a war crime trial.

Michael realizes that Hanna is keeping a secret which she thinks is worse than the crime. The intense and gripping acting by Kate Winslet will win your heart. Watch the movie to find out what the secret is and whether she is able to overcome it.

• Rocky

The cult classic Rocky series cannot be missed. Sylvester Stallone plays Rocky Balboa and the film is a boxing saga. A small time boxer who dreams to make it big and struggles at every step, Rocky is inspiration at apex level.

The inspiring story, his pain and his passion to achieve his goal is a constant source of motivation. Fighting for self respect, Rocky is transformed into a fine boxer.

The movies in the series are –

• Rocky I
• Rocky II
• Rocky III
• Rocky IV
• Rocky V
• Rocky Balboa
• Creed
• Creed II

Each movie in the series is a masterpiece.

Forrest Grump

Next on the list of top Hollywood inspirational movies is Forrest Grump. It’s based on a novel by the same name by Winston Groom.

The story revolves around a slow witted but rather kind hearted man. How this man witnesses and influences some of the greatest events of the latter part of 20^th century in USA is amusing to see.

It’s a light hearted comedy drama with amazing acting and heart touching moments. Include Forrest Grump in your movie marathon night and we’re sure you won’t regret it.

• Life of Pi

If you still haven’t watched Life of Pi, you must be living on Mars. Seriously, watch it to know what you’ve missed. It’ll teach you the never give up spirit.

A tale of love, emotional bonding, loss and memories, Life of Pi takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride. The extraordinary visual effects and beautiful magnum opus makes it a delightful movie.

Learn lessons of survival, co-existence and finding joy in this heartwarming saga.

• Good Will Hunting

A 20 something laborer Will Hunting with unexceptional mathematical abilities is charged for assaulting a policeman. He becomes a client of a therapist. Under the therapists’ guidance he studies advanced mathematics and re-evaluates his life.

Will also rekindles his relation with his best friend, his girlfriend and himself. It is a thought provoking film which will leave you introspecting.

• It’s a Wonderful Life

If you believe in miracles and magic in life then you must not miss It’s a Wonderful Life. The story is about George Bailey who is suicidal. His guardian angel shows him how many lives he has touched in a wonderful way and how life has so many blessings.

It is hopeful, positive and full of life. See this one when you’re having a bad day or a rough phase and you’ll be filled with renewed hope and happiness. All we need is a little magic in life!

• The Terminal

Viktor Navorski is stranded at New York airport when war rages his country. He’s forced to stay at the airport until his true identity is proved. The struggle of not being able to enter USA and in no way returning to his homeland is portrayed wonderfully. It is wrenching yet has spells of humor. Very relatable as the emotional turmoil depicted is on point.

Hope you have a great time watching these movies and find your share of happiness and inspiration.

If you have a favorite Hollywood inspirational movie that you totally recommend, then let us all know in the comments section below.