7 motivational films to enjoy this weekend

Do you like motivational movies? One thing is unanimous: everyone needs a dose of motivation from time to time, right? If it's in a motivational movie, even better.

Whether it's to face the routine of work, studies, or simply to have a dose of energy to deal with everyday life. 

With that in mind, we’ve prepared some special content today! 

How about taking advantage of the weekend + holiday that is coming up, preparing a bucket of popcorn and binge-watching some of these 7 motivational films? 

That wouldn't be bad at all, huh! 

Below, you will read the list we have prepared to help you with that extra dose of motivation! The content will be divided into topics and will cover the following subjects:

• The use of films as motivational tools
• 7 motivational films to binge-watch
• Conclusion

The use of films as motivational tools 

It's not new that movies have become great ways to get doses of motivation to deal with the adversities we encounter in our path. 

For many years this area was dominated by books – the vast majority of which were self-help books – that promised to solve all types of problems in a variety of ways. 

Over time, films have taken this place in the public's lives and, today, there is an entire film industry dedicated to producing this style of film, which has already become popular with the public and, in most cases, becomes a huge box office success.

But what made books lose their position as the main motivators for the public? 

Among several less important factors, I would venture to say that what caused this change in the scenario was the accessibility of books. 

While movies are much easier for the average Brazilian to access – whether through cinemas, streaming platforms, or the practically extinct DVDs – books have become an option that is increasingly distant from the general public. This is due to their high prices, making them an option that is not very accessible to most Brazilians.

Another factor that may have influenced this change is the increasingly busy routine we live. 

This means that when Brazilians are looking for entertainment, they end up opting for a film – which is much quicker – than a book, which can take days to complete.

7 motivational films to enjoy this weekend

Now it's time to check out the list of 7 motivational films we've prepared for you. 

There are films for all tastes – there are comedies, dramas, animations, adventures – and from various streaming platforms. So choose yours – or yours – to binge-watch this weekend:

Extraordinary

Where you can watch: Telecine

As we said in the previous topic, books are great forms of motivation. 

So, to start, we're going to suggest this Extraordinary, which is a film adaptation of a book.

In the film, we follow the life of August Pullman, a boy who was born with a facial deformity and, as a result, was raised away from other children. 

But everything changes when, upon reaching 5th grade, he needs to go to school. 

Then he begins a journey to learn how to deal with other children, teaching them how to deal with differences.

Lion: A Journey Home

Where you can watch: HBO Max

In this film, we meet the Indian Saroo. When he was 5 years old, he got lost from his brother at a train station in the city of Calcutta. 

After facing several challenges in an attempt to survive alone, Saroo is adopted by an Australian family. 

Time passes and, at the age of 25, Saroo sets out to find his brother and his biological family.

Mulan

Where you can watch: Disney+

A Disney classic, the animation tells the story of Mulan, a young Chinese woman who, in order to protect her father's failing health, dresses up as a man, takes his place and joins the Chinese army to fight in a war. 

While pushing her limits, Mulan still needs to hide her secret from the other members of the army.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Where you can watch: Netflix

Based on a true story, the film portrays the journey of William Kamkwamba, a 13-year-old boy from Malawi who, tired of seeing the village where he lives suffer countless hardships, is inspired by a science book to build a wind turbine and save the residents who live there from drought.

The Cabin

Where you can watch: Telecine

The drama tells the story of Mack, a man who, after losing his daughter – who, despite evidence of murder, was never found – receives a mysterious note and decides to return to the place where some of his daughter's belongings were found years ago. 

What he didn't expect was that this trip would completely change his life. 

The film is also based on a best seller.

Joy: The Name of Success

Where you can watch: Star+

This is a great option for those looking to start a business and make a career change. In the film, we follow the life of Joy, a single mother who has to deal with a lack of money and also face the challenges of her somewhat peculiar family.

Joy's life changes when, thanks to her entrepreneurial profile, she becomes a great businesswoman after creating a mop that revolutionized the way of cleaning the house.

Chef

Where you can watch: Globo Play, Telecine and Prime Video

In this comedy drama, we follow the life of Carl, the boss of a famous Los Angeles restaurant. 

After getting into a huge fight with a renowned food critic over a negative review, Carl is fired. 

With the entire situation exposed on the internet and unable to find new job opportunities, Carl receives help from his ex-wife to get back on his feet and regain the success he had. 

Conclusion 

As you can see, there is no shortage of options available for those who want to enjoy a good film and, at the same time, ensure that dose of motivation that is good for anyone!

In addition to these films on our list, there are hundreds of other titles that will help you when you're feeling down and need to find some kind of motivation.

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Nathalia Silva November 15, 2021