5 Feel-Good Films

Sunday 5 April 2015


In the mood for a bit of easy watching? These feel-good films will leave you even more chilled than you already are. So sit back and enjoy. 

  • Begin Again is definitely one for the music lovers. Even if you have no ambitions of becoming the next Hozier, you will thoroughly enjoy this laid-back flick featuring Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Hailee Steinfeld, James Corden and Adam Levine. Star-studded cast or what? With absolutely gorgeous songs throughout, Begin Again will bring out your inner musician/singer/songwriter or simply encourage you to appreciate the power of music. Make sure to download the soundtrack after watching! 
  • The Way Way Back, which premiered at Sundance Film Festival in 2013, introduces us to awkward teen, Duncan (Liam James) as he reluctantly leaves for a summer holiday to be spent with his mother (Toni Collette) and her overpowering boyfriend (Steve Carell). Duncan, who is crippled by shyness, befriends the owner of the local water park and that's when things start to look up. This extremely likeable film with its charming script is a great option for a bit of summer escapism.
  • Next up is Love, Rosie, a recent film adaptation of Cecelia Ahern's novel Where Rainbows End. Yes, it's a rom com and yes, it's predictable but it's undeniably adorable and even hilarious at times. Lily Collins and Sam Claflin play Rosie and Alex, best friends since childhood who now, as adults, are constantly being separated through no fault of their own. The (very attractive) pair attempt to stay in touch despite being continents apart but of course, life gets in the way. This chick-flick won't require a degree in forensics to figure out what's going to happen in the end but if it's a giggle and a bit of romance you're after, give this one a chance. 
  • For an Indie alternative, (500) Days of Summer is a refreshingly offbeat romantic comedy though it's really not your typical rom com. Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel are fantastic in their roles as Tom and Summer. I'd even go so far as saying the film is worth watching just to witness Gordon Levitt dance to Hall & Oates "You Make My Dreams Come True". It's priceless. Dancing aside, this is one of my favourite films, and definitely worth checking out if you haven't seen it already. Plus, the soundtrack is superb. 
  •  What If is an incredibly sweet and upbeat flick. Wallace (Daniel Radcliffe) and Chantry (Zoe Kazan) meet at a party and click instantly. Can they just be friends? This is the question that the movie explores and though the concept is simple, Radcliffe and Kazan's performances bring this pleasant and entertaining story to life. Radcliffe undoubtedly succeeds in shaking off his Potter image and his numerous hilarious moments will have you laughing out loud. A feel-good film for sure. 

Doireann x

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