The fourth is “The Baker from Olivier” (2014). The story of a former gangster who opens a bakery in a village. No violence. Just dough, friendship, and a second try.
The fifth is “Book Club” (2018). Four friends read “Fifty Shades” and return to life. This is the humor, wisdom, and ease of mature women.
The sixth is “Patrick” (2018). A British film about a woman who moves into a house with a talking cat. It is absurd, cozy, and filled with the silence that life lacks.
The seventh is “The House That Jack Built” (2015). No, not a horror film. The film is about an elderly man building a house for his granddaughter. It is a meditation on love, patience, and simple things.
The eighth is “The Road to El Dorado” (2000). A DreamWorks animation with humor, Elton John music, and a spirit of adventure. But without cruelty. Just friendship, cunning, and gold that doesn’t matter.
The ninth is “Juno” (2007). A witty, warm story about a teenager who doesn’t want to be an adult—but chooses responsibility. It’s humanity without pathos.
The tenth is “Bridge to Terabithia” (2007). Yes, you cried. But it’s a hymn to imagination, friendship, and the strength of a child’s heart. And afterward, you want to hug your children.
These films don’t demand attention. They demand presence. Turn on one, and the world disappears. All that remains is you, a blanket, and the warm feeling that everything will be okay.
