•Life is Beautiful (an all-time favorite)
•Babette’s Feast (Danish film?) was interesting but depressing. I can’t bear the thought of living in such isolation.
You found Life is Beautiful a favorite and Babette’s Feast Depressing??? Wow
Yes, I did. A movie can be tragic but still be enjoyed. "Life is Beautiful" was immensely sad, yet the portrayal of one man's joyful, creative, loving spirit amidst the horrendous evil that surrounded him and his son was actually uplifting. The time-old tale of sacrificing self for love of others, good triumphing over evil, always touches the soul. Plus, it was wonderfully acted and produced.
"Babette's Feast" was a deep gray disappointment. Sure, Babette was a spark of heat and light to the pastor's family, but the relationship story was dismal so "the feast" left a bad taste in my mouth. I suppose this one was depressing to me because I thought the characters were going to continue to live in that same gloomy, melancholy place after the meal was finished. Of course, I still appreciate the movie for the fine cinematography and acting.