World Friendship Day or International Friendship Day is celebrated every July 30th. The purpose of this day is to increase the sense of solidarity among humans.
The Origin of World Friendship Day
Twelve years ago, the UN General Assembly established the existence of the World Friendship Day. The point is to strengthen ties between nations, countries, and cultures. In addition, World Friendship Day can also be a mecca of peace. Actually, World Friendship Day is the result of a proposal that UNESCO had submitted.
Indeed, World Friendship Day is not a holiday, but there's nothing wrong with you celebrating this day by watching movie recommendations from Written about friendship. There are stories of friendship between neighbors, young and old, humans and animals, and of course friendship gangs.
Check out 10 movies about friendship that you must watch.
A Man Called OTTO, 2022
Did you know that this movie starring Tom Hanks is an adaptation? It comes from a book written by novelist Fredrik Backman. Before Tom Hanks, the novel had also been made into a big screen version in Swedish, titled A Man Called Ove directed by Hannes Holm.
Movies with genre comedy-drama This is a story about Otto who is still overwhelmed by the loss of his wife and loses his zest for life. New on Netflix, watch it soon to find out how important it is to always be kind to everyone, especially your neighbors!
Simon Birch, 1988
This drama-comedy movie is also an adaptation of a novel entitled A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving. Loosely based.Â
It tells the story of the friendship between Joe Wenteworth and Simon Birch. Born with an abnormal condition, even called the smallest child in his town. Because of this condition, Simon could not join the little league baseball, which was his dream.Â
This movie teaches us not to judge others by their appearance. In addition, Joe and Simon's friendship also reminds the audience to always forgive.Â
Dennis The Menace, 1993
There are four versions of the movie Dennis the Menace. The most popular ones are from 1987 and 1993. Depending on which one you watch, the outline is the same. You need to know that the movie Dennis the Menace It is also a remake of sit-com 1950s.
A unique friendship developed between Dennis and whoever the antagonist was.Â
Okja, 2017
Movies that get standing ovation for four minutes at the Cannes Film Festival is a Netflix Original. Bong Joon Ho's work.Â
Differences in friendships don't just exist in age or location. But also types. In all shapes and sizes.Â
Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them, 2016
Just like its predecessor, Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts This three-movie series shows that the bond of friendship can exist with anyone at any time. Even in the middle of nowhere!
Aside from friendship, another important value that J.K. Rowling teaches in her books is also about protecting wildlife. No matter how big or small they are.
How To Train Your Dragon, 2010
Most animated movies target children. Like How To Train Your Dragon which was repeatedly aired on national television. In addition to the trust in friendship, which in three of his movies became the main Highlights.Â
Through the main character, How To Train Your Dragon It teaches those of us watching not to be afraid to be ourselves, and not to give up fighting for what we believe in.
Luca, 2021
Another animated movie that is often recommended by moms. Of course, what mother wouldn't be proud if her child understands the importance of true friendship, accepting differences with questions not rights, facing fears, and most importantly, the greatness of family support.Â
What's Up With Love, 2002
Clear lah Yes. Who doesn't know this movie? A lot is told on the Indonesian movie screen from Cinta and her friends.
"The problem of one of us is the problem of all of us."
Love, What's Up With Love (2002)
No, it's not. It's not that.
Rather, your friendship is a second family. It's okay to give support and advice when one of you is in trouble. But don't interfere. Most importantly, be the best listener. Because for the most part, people just want to be heard.
Free, 2019
The friendship is just like AADC, but here it's a gang of six. Production house-It's also the same Miles Production. But actually this Bebas movie is remade based on a South Korean movie, titled Sunny.
One of the important values that the movie teaches Free is that friendship has no expiration date. Some can not talk for decades, but when they meet again they still connect!Â
This movie is proof of that. After being reunited when they are all grown up and have careers, they understand each other and help each other!
Ocean's 8, 2018
Girl gang Last. Ocean's 8, that are part of trilogy movie Ocean's with cast masculine. Usually, revenge is indeed the glue. But, why do it alone? When you can do it with your friends. Keep in mind, Ocean's 8 is just a movie. Not to be emulated, yes!
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