Who doesn’t love a good cry? When I’m flipping channels and see a known tear jerker flick I stop. Â There’s something about the overwhelming outpouring of emotion that is cleansing and cathartic. Â There are some movies that while the acting or actors aren’t up to par the story hits close to home. Â Here is a list of some of my favorite tear jerker movies.
My Life-Michael Keaton’s character learns his days are numbered and lives the rest of his life to the fullest while leaving messages and lessons for his unborn child.
Dying’s a really hard way to learn about life. ~Bob Jones
E.T.-Elliot finds a stranded alien and works against all odd to return him to his home.
Brians Song-True story on based on the friendship of Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers as they are faced with Piccolo’s impending death.
Notebook-Probably one of the most intense love stories ever. Â Money and status can’t keep this couple apart even in death.
I Am Sam-Sam fights for custody of his daughter after authorities take her away due to his mental disabilities.
Beaches-Years go by that can’t keep these friends apart in the toughest of times.
Soundtrack includes Wind Beneath My Wings
Terms of Endearment-The ultimate in tear jerker movies; a story of dysfunctional mother daughter relationship.
Step Mom-The mom has to hand over the reigns to the stepmom when she learns of her diagnosis.
P.S. I Love You-A widow gets messages from her late husband, reminding her to keep living and loving.
Mask-the pressures of a physical deformity sometimes is too much to handle for Rocky and his family.
These things are good: ice cream and cake, a ride on a harley, seeing monkeys in the trees, the rain on my tongue, and the sun shining on my face. These things are a drag: dust in my hair, holes in my shoes, no money in my pocket, and the sun shining on my face. ~Rocky Dennis
City of Angels-Falling in love with an Angel can only end badly for everyone.
My Girl-Young friends deal with life and death when one of them dies too soon.
So that’s my list, for now. I know there are so many more that come to mind. What is on you list as a top tear jerker movie.
