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Movies with hopeful vibe

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

1. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Drama History Historical Drama Biographical History
7.6
20191h 53min

Overview

Against all the odds, a thirteen year old boy in Malawi invents an unconventional way to save his family and village from famine.

Themes

Ingenuity through self-education, Drought resilience, Family duty vs personal pursuit, Community collaboration, Resource scarcity driving innovation, Education access and persistence

Available on

Netflix
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Troop Zero

2. Troop Zero

Comedy Drama Family Buddy Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.9
20191h 34min

Overview

In rural 1977 Georgia, a misfit girl dreams of life in outer space. When a national competition offers her a chance at her dream, to be recorded on NASA’s Golden Record, she recruits a makeshift troupe of Birdie Scouts, forging friendships that last a lifetime and beyond.

Themes

Belonging under pressure, Collective resilience through play, Ambition and belonging, Leadership without formal power, Creative collaboration and risk, Finding voice through community

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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The Upside

3. The Upside

Comedy Drama Buddy Comedy Family Drama
7.1
20192h 6min

Overview

Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son. Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom.

Themes

Class differences, Social difference tension, Disability and independence, Friendship across worlds, Caregiver and employer bond, Art as transformation, Pursuit of purpose

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

4. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

Animation Family Adventure Family Animation Adventure Epic
7.4
20191h 44min

Overview

As Hiccup fulfills his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless’ discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. When danger mounts at home and Hiccup’s reign as village chief is tested, both dragon and rider must make impossible decisions to save their kind.

Themes

Migration and belonging, Exploitation of wildlife, Coexistence under pressure, Guardianship and leadership, Trust across species, Secrecy versus openness

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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If Beale Street Could Talk

5. If Beale Street Could Talk

Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Legal Drama
7.1
20182h

Overview

After her fiance is falsely imprisoned, a pregnant African-American woman sets out to clear his name and prove his innocence.

Themes

False accusation, Housing discrimination, Romantic resilience, Family solidarity, Stigma of illegitimacy, Police bias

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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The Keeper

6. The Keeper

Drama War History Biographical History Historical Drama
7.3
20181h 54min

Overview

The story of a man whose love for football, for England and for the love of his life, Margaret, saw him rise from Nazi 'villain' to British hero. Bert Trautmann, the German goalkeeper won over even his harshest opponents by winning the FA Cup Final for Manchester City in 1956 - playing on with a broken neck to secure victory.

Themes

Romance under social glare, Public prejudice testing loyalty, War as identity test, Injury shaping resilience, Sporting merit beyond past, Parental tragedy and resolve

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
The Roku Channel
Kanopy
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Then Came You

7. Then Came You

Comedy Drama Buddy Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.9
20181h 37min

Overview

An American hypochondriac who is working as a baggage handler is forced to confront his fears when a British teenager with a terminal illness enlists him to help her carry out her eccentric bucket list.

Themes

Caregiving under pressure, Coming of age, Grief and resilience, Fear of mortality, Deception for connection, Bonding under hardship

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding

8. A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding

Romance Comedy TV Movie Romantic Comedy Holiday TV Movie
5.3
20181h 32min

Overview

A year after Amber helped Richard secure the crown. The two are set to tie the knot in a royal Christmas wedding — but their plans are jeopardized when Amber finds herself second-guessing whether or not she's cut out to be queen, and Richard is faced with a political crisis that threatens to tarnish not only the holiday season but the future of the kingdom.

Themes

"movie: a christmas prince: the royal wedding. genres: romance, Comedy, Tv movie, Romance, Comedy, Tv movie main themes: sequel, Royalty, Wedding, Sequel, Royalty, Wedding full keywords list: sequel, Royalty, Wedding, Christmas. concept analysis: the film explores the challenges of balancing personal desires with public responsibilities, Highlighting the importance of communication and partnership in relationships. it also critiques the impact of economic corruption on society, Emphasizing the need for integrity and accountability in leadership."

Available on

Netflix
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Green Book

9. Green Book

Drama Comedy History Historical Drama Buddy Comedy
8.2
20182h 10min

Overview

Tony Lip, a bouncer in 1962, is hired to drive pianist Don Shirley on a tour through the Deep South in the days when African Americans, forced to find alternate accommodations and services due to segregation laws below the Mason-Dixon Line, relied on a guide called The Negro Motorist Green Book.

Themes

Friendship under pressure, Racial discrimination in hospitality, Meritocracy vs prejudice, Protective duty vs independence, Dignity under pressure, Reconciliation after conflict

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Time Freak

10. Time Freak

Science Fiction Comedy Romance Time Travel Sci-Fi Romantic Comedy
5.8
20181h 44min

Overview

Stillman, a heartbroken physics student, builds a time machine when his girlfriend breaks up with him. Going back in time, he attempts to save their relationship by fixing every mistake he made—while dragging his best friend along in the process.

Themes

"movie: time freak. genres: science fiction, Comedy, Romance, Science fiction, Comedy, Romance main themes: hope, Time travel, Coming of age, Hope, Time travel, Coming of age full keywords list: hope, Time travel, Coming of age, Love, Break-up. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of relationships and the impact of nostalgia on personal growth. it delves into the ethical implications of technology as a means to manipulate time and the pursuit of an idealized version of love."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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