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Jun 4, 2017 · Grief: Directed by Chris Mammarelli, Kevin Renwick. With Kevin Renwick, Jackie Moore, Sean Russel Herman, Ken Gamble. A grieving father reaches the end of his rope, and decides to commit suicide.
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- Drama, Thriller
- Chris Mammarelli, Kevin Renwick
- 2017-06-04
- Georgia May
- Manchester By the Sea (2016) Directed by Kenneth Lonergan. Starring Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams, Kyle Chandler. Drama (2h 17m) 7.8 on IMDb — 96% on RT.
- Big Fish (2003) Directed by Tim Burton. Starring Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup. Adventure, Drama, Fantasy (2h 5m) 8.0 on IMDb — 75% on RT. Big Fish explores the subject of death in a much lighter and more whimsical way than most of the other films on this list, combining comical fantasy with realist drama.
- Three Colors: Blue (1993) Directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. Starring Juliette Binoche, Benoît Régent, Hélène Vincent. Drama, Music, Mystery (1h 34m) 7.9 on IMDb — 98% on RT.
- Midsommar (2019) Directed by Ari Aster. Starring Florence Pugh, Jack Reynor, Vilhelm Blomgren. Drama, Horror, Mystery (2h 28m) 7.1 on IMDb — 83% on RT. After Ari Aster blew us away with Hereditary, he rode the A24 horror wave with yet another creepy movie about death: Midsommar.
- 20 The Lovely Bones
- 19 Bridge to Terabithia
- 18 Ghost
- 17 Collateral Beauty
- 16 Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
- 15 Remember Me
- 14 Demolition
- 13 Hereditary
- 12 Marley & Me
- 11 Rabbit Hole
This moving film covers one of the most heartbreaking topics imaginable, the assault and murder of a 14-year-old girl. Saoirse Ronan stars as Susie Salmon, the victim of her neighbor and serial killer played by Stanley Tucci. She watches over her family as the grief tears them apart and as the investigation unfolds until the trail grows cold. The L...
Kids’ movies can be incredibly moving too, and often tackle rather mature themes in ways that are digestible to younger audiences. Any 2000s baby will recall the impact that Bridge to Terabithia had on them. The story of friendship between a young boy and girl living next to each other carries on as the pair explore their imaginative world of Terab...
In similar fashion to The Lovely Bones but with a distinctly different narrative style, Ghost follows a victim’s journey to protecting a loved one as the story of his own murder unravels. Starring Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze, this film has produced notable iconic scenes, such as the famous pottery scene. Ghost was a solo directorial debut for Jer...
Collateral Beautyentangles real life grief-induced mental struggles with the orchestrated mind games of nefarious business partners. Howard is struggling with the loss of his young daughter, and his greedy business partners are only eager to sell their company. In a bizarre and elaborate plot to cruelly gaslight Howard until he is declared unfit to...
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Closereally sinks into the raw feelings of depression and anxiety that one can spiral into after a significant trauma and loss. The narrator, Oskar, lost his father in the September 11th terrorist attacks. Oskar’s grief and natural frustrations are further exacerbated by his autism, making the difficult circumstances e...
Remember Meshowcases one of the most powerful portrayals of the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center, because it doesn’t even introduce them into the plot until the last few minutes of the film. This sounds counterintuitive, but that’s the genius of the film. We see a heartfelt story of a couple struggling with grief and reconciling dif...
A widower, Davis, is driven by loneliness and grief to befriend a customer service representative, Karen, with whom he over-shares his personal struggles and emotional woes. As the friendship grows closer, so too does it grow more complex as Davis forms deeper relationships with Karen and her son. Throughout his journey, Davis makes new discoveries...
This horror film has greater depthsthan the audience may expect going into the experience. It starts with the introduction to the strange Graham family, the matriarch of which has just passed away. The tone is macabre from the start, and becomes increasingly tense and dark, with one of the most gruesome moments being the death and decapitation of t...
This sweet movie based on a book of the same name is the autobiographical narrative of John Grogan, who along with his wife, adopted a rambunctious and mischievous Labrador Retriever they named Marley. Being the pet parents of Marley proves to be no small task, especially as the couple juggles expanding their family and growing their careers. John ...
Grief is not a linear process, and it can often create strife in relationships that one might assume would bond through mutual healing. Often, it can tear marriages apart when couples struggle with the death of a child. Such is the case for Rebecca and Howard Corbett, whose son, Danny, is accidently hit by a car after running onto the road. The tee...
This curated list of movies about dying depicts the various emotional struggles we all face around the topics of grief, dying, and loss. Watching the films can be a light way to work through the heavy feelings you are processing. So, grab some popcorn, a box of tissues, and your favorite soda.
- Steel Magnolias. This comedy-drama came out over thirty years ago, but it still holds up after all this time. The first two-thirds of the movie is full of Southern sass.
- My Girl. Sometimes you form your most intense and devoted friendships at an early age. This coming-of-age tale follows a preteen girl. You watch as she learns about growing up, experiences her first crush, and loses a friend.
- Up. You wouldn’t think a kid’s movie could break your heart. But within the first fifteen minutes of Up, you'll likely be teary-eyed. The good news is, it can only go up (no pun intended) from there.
- The Sixth Sense. The Sixth Sense is one of many movies dealing with the afterlife, and it would be easy to dismiss it as a thriller. But it’s also a deeply moving meditation on how difficult it is to let go of the people you love.
Sep 28, 2022 · Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but it can be quite painful. So, how do you deal with it? Undergoing the various stages of grief is normal, especially if you shared a special connection with the person you lost. In this article, we share with you the 21 best movies about dealing with grief and loss.
Jun 25, 2024 · The best movies about grief showcase a range of emotions, revealing the raw, vulnerable, and resilient nature of the human spirit. These films depict individuals grappling with loss in relatable ways, offering viewers a cathartic experience as they witness characters' journeys through grief stages.
