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Here it comes New Year! Surely you have already outlined for yourself what goals you would like to achieve. And to increase and maintain your level of motivation, the editors website I have made a selection of films, after watching which you will be ready for new achievements!

We are one team

A plane crash kills members of the Marshall University football team in Huntington. Residents of the city are shocked by what happened; in addition, the team immediately loses all its main coaches and almost all its players, so its fate now hangs in the balance. Now everything is in the hands of the young coach Jack Lengyel - it depends on him whether the Marshall team can again become champions.

Duel

Jake Hourd enrolls at the elite Naval Academy in Annapolis. But the young man does not realize that the main and most difficult challenges are still ahead, including gaining respect from the toughest officer at the academy.

The man who changed everything

The Oakland baseball team has fallen on hard times as its top players have moved on to other clubs. But general manager Billy Beane decides to create a competitive baseball team, despite the existing financial difficulties.

Triumph

The Greatest Game Ever Played

As you know, golf is a game for gentlemen. Francis Ouimet, who grew up in a working-class family, dreamed of learning to play this game like his idol, the invincible Harry Vardon. Francis's father was against his son's hobby from the very beginning, and Francis's first appearance at the US golf competition was perceived experienced players what a good joke...

Never give up

Jake Tyler with his mother and younger brother moves to Orlando, Florida. At the local major school, he discovers a semi-underground fight club. After a public fight in which Jake could not stand up for himself, he decides to join the “mixfight” club, and Jean Roqua becomes his mentor, who teaches him how to fight properly. But Jean has one condition: his students must under no circumstances use force for personal gain.

Overcoming

After losing his wife and job, 30-year-old Vince Papale decides to fulfill his old dream: becoming a member of a professional American football team. Vince takes part in a competition organized by the coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, who invited everyone to try out for the place of one of the players. And a miracle happens: Papala manages to take the coveted place. But all the difficulties are just beginning!..

Mind games

A Beautiful Mind

The mathematical genius John Forbes Nash Jr. did titanic work in the field of game theory, which revolutionized this branch of mathematics and brought him international fame. But at the same time, arrogant and popular with women, Nash receives a blow of fate that turns his own life upside down.

Before class

Front of the Class

Since childhood, Brad has dreamed of becoming a teacher. There is only one “but”: since the age of six he has been suffering from an incurable disease, the symptoms of which are motor and vocal tics that cannot be suppressed. But Brad is not going to just give up and change his dream.

Step Up 2: Streets

Step Up 2: The Streets

Thanks to her perseverance, street dancer Andy enters the Maryland School of the Arts. During her studies, the girl tries to prove to the teachers that she is in no way inferior to other students and deserves to study at the School. To compete in the underground dance competition "The Streets", Andy creates dance group, which entails many problems.

After suffering in an accident, the wealthy aristocrat Philippe hires as his assistant the man least suited for the job - a young resident of the suburb of Drissa, who has recently been released from prison. Despite the fact that Philip is chained to wheelchair, Driss manages to bring a spirit of happiness and adventure into the life of an aristocrat.

Social network

The Social Network

Project social network two classmates at Harvard University changed their lives forever: becoming an international sensation, he short term makes friends the youngest millionaires in the US. Success, popularity and recognition come to them. But more and more conflicts arise between the guys, and only memories remain of past friendship: it is impossible to make 500 million friends without making a single enemy.

The invisible side

The true story of Baltimore Ravens American football player Michael Oher. Left homeless, the withdrawn “colored” teenager was taken into the care of a prosperous “white” family. Life in a new environment completely changes the fate of an introverted teenager.

Legend No. 17

The story of the great hockey player number 17 Valery Kharlamov. In order to rise to the pinnacle of sports glory, he had to show all his perseverance, talent and go through the harsh school of coach Anatoly Tarasov.

The King speaks!

The King's Speech

For Prince Albert, Duke of York, public speaking are a nightmare: due to his stuttering, every word in front of the microphone is difficult for him. The prince does not think about the royal crown, but circumstances are such that after his elder brother abdicates, Albert finds himself the only contender for the throne. And like any king, Albert needs to learn how to speak in public.

The picture talks about difficult fate young skier Alexey Tsarev. As a result of a tragic fall during the descent, Alexey receives serious injuries and both legs have to be amputated below the knee. Despite this, the guy finds the strength to continue training, because if you have a dream in life, it’s worth taking a risk and finding the strength not to give up.

Before the release of the film “From the Bottom of the Top,” we recall films about the stories of athletes who, despite difficult life circumstances, do not deviate from the path to their dreams.

"Soul Surfer"

The film is based on real events and tells about the life of surfer Bethany Hamilton. She has been surfing since childhood, but an accident changes her whole life. IN early age She is attacked by a shark and loses her arm as a result. However, Bethany still finds the strength to get back on the board, continue surfing and compete.

"Hammer" (Hamill)

The Hammer (Hamill) tells the story of the life of professional wrestler Matt "The Hammer" Hamill. Matt has been deaf since birth, which has made it very difficult for the boy. Hamill was always supported by his grandfather, who believed that his grandson was no worse than the rest. Matt's grandfather was confident that his grandson could become an excellent fighter. He brings Matt to the wrestling section, where the boy begins to train. Hamill later began competing in MMA and won numerous awards.

"Willpower"

The drama chronicles the life of African-American runner Jesse Owens and his legendary run at Olympic Games 1936. Jesse dreams of taking part in the Olympics, and he gets the chance to go to the Games in Berlin. However, during preparation for the 1936 Olympics, the athlete faces many difficulties.

"Pasman Devil"

Vinny Pazienza is a successful boxer who is at the pinnacle of fame. Vinny gets into a car accident and suffers numerous injuries. Doctors say he will never be able to get into the ring again. Despite all the difficulties, Vinny decides to start training again.

"Finish Straight"

The film tells the story of former runner Leila and athlete Yannick. Yannick was in a plane crash, as a result of which he lost his sight. After this incident, Yannick decides to quit everything and stop running. However, a chance meeting with Leila helps him change his mind. They start training together and want to take part in competitions.

"The Blind Side"

The Blind Side is about professional American football player Michael Oher. In his youth, Michael faced numerous difficulties. After he loses his home, Lee Ann Twohy comes to his aid. She takes the guy under her wing, and over time he becomes a full-fledged member of the family. Thanks to the support of the Tui family, Michael manages to cope with all the difficulties, go to university and become a professional player.

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"Overcoming"

Vince Papale - school teacher, who is forced to work as a bartender to earn extra money for his family. One day he gets laid off, loses his job, and then his wife. Papale always dreamed of playing American football at the professional level. The coach of a professional American football team organizes a competition in which anyone can try to make the team. Vince decides to take part and fulfill his old dream.

"Peaceful Warrior"

The film is based on the book “The Way of the Peaceful Warrior” by American athlete Dan Millman. The film tells the story of professional gymnast Dan, who is often tormented by nightmares. One day in the store he meets mysterious stranger, whom he later calls Socrates. It is Socrates who begins to ask Dan questions that he had never thought about before.

"Knockdown"

The film is about the famous American boxer James Braddock. The film takes place during the Great Depression. In order to feed his family, a professional boxer has to take on any job. Despite this, Jim still dreams of returning to the ring. One day he gets that chance, but this time he has to fight the current champion. Braddock decides to accept the challenge and re-enter the ring.

"Unbroken"

The film is based on real events and tells about the life of track and field athlete Louis Zamperini. After much training, the runner gets the chance to take part in the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. He fails to win, but Louis hopes to take part and win at the next Olympics. However, the war begins, and the athlete goes to the front. During one of the operations, the plane of Louis and his colleagues crashed over the ocean. The athlete, together with the surviving soldiers, spends 47 days on lifeboat, and then ends up in a Japanese prisoner of war camp, where he spends the most difficult time of his life.

"Rocky"

The legendary film about Rocky Balboa is known to many sports fans. The story of an unknown boxer who was able to achieve success is still popular and loved by many. Rocky fought only in the rings of his town, until one day he was asked to enter the ring against world boxing champion Apollo Creed. Rocky agrees to this proposal, although he understands that only through intensive training will he be able to resist Creed.

Adrea is an ordinary girl from the provinces who has always achieved success in her studies. But after graduating from college, she is at a loss, because she has a promising and highly paid job, but she doesn’t want to go anywhere. But suddenly she gets the opportunity to get a job at one of the most successful fashion magazines, headed by the incredibly arrogant and cruel Miranda Priestly. But the problem is that the heroine knows absolutely nothing about fashion, and she herself is used to wearing comfortable and practical clothes. All the circles of hell await the girl ahead under the close supervision of a real Lucifer in a skirt.

Stringer (2013)

Louis Bloom is a young, unemployed guy desperately trying to find a normal job. Having learned about the work of a free reporter, he rents out a bicycle and uses the proceeds to buy a camera and a police recorder. Thus, he begins to film reports on crime topics, selling them to one of the television companies. Louis gradually becomes a very popular person, because his videos attract many television viewers. But such work turns out to be incredibly dangerous, because merciless criminals who do not want to leave witnesses regularly come into view. This continues until the hero himself is on the list of suspects.

The Social Network (2010)

The backbone of the plot is based on true story about creating the most famous and popular social network in the world. Mark Zuckeberg managed to come up with a convenient way for interaction between users on the World Wide Web. After some time, Mark manages to become famous, becoming one of the youngest rich people in the world. At the time of his triumph he was only 23 years old. Further events, make him clearly see that it is impossible to make many friends and not make enemies.

Pirates of Silicon Valley (1999)

The film takes place in the mid-70s of the last century, showing the essence of the confrontation between the influential companies Microsoft and Apple, as true business sharks capable of doing anything for the sake of development. Things start to unravel on the Berkeley campus, where the freedom movement was incredibly active. This is a story about the ups and downs of best friends - Steve Jobs and Wozniak, who together managed to create a powerful corporation and the company of Harvard students - Geist, Allen and Ballmer, who later created Microsoft.

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

Jordan Belffort is a talented broker who has managed to achieve significant heights in his career. With the help of his extraordinary mind and great ambitions, he manages to end up on Wall Street, where he actually managed to achieve significant success. Big money and the harmful influence of the boss make the hero an incredibly arrogant and mercantile person, leading a riotous lifestyle, using drugs and drinking to the point of losing his mind, regularly having promiscuous sexual relations with depraved girls. Along the way, he continues to rake in money, but everything changes when government agencies begin to take an interest in his activities, after which they begin to spy on him.

Boiler Room (2000)

Seth Davis is a 19-year-old boy who was recently kicked out of his educational institution, fortunately he has a profitable business - an underground casino located in his house. The parent is not happy about his son’s business, because it has a detrimental effect on his career. The hero, wanting to win his father’s favor, gets a job at the brokerage company JT Marlin, and at the same time meets an employee of the company, Greg. First working days went quite well, and the hero managed to prove himself as a talented worker. But soon the character begins a relationship with a new friend’s girlfriend. And Seth has no idea about the ins and outs of the company and the surveillance of FBI agents.

They Smoking Here (2005)

The main character has quite unusual job, because he is engaged in lobbying for smoking, he makes a living by trying to prove to people that smoking is cool. At the same time, Nick openly despises this addiction and tries with all his might to introduce his offspring to healthy image life. At work, he continues to support this habit, but one day the situation changes radically and the hero has to change his usual order of things.

The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

The key character in the story is a single father, Chris Harvard, who is constantly plagued by failures. His life path incredibly thorny and after every fall he gets up and tries to move on. He tries to do everything to make his son happy, but he suffers from lack of money. For this reason, he is kicked out of the apartment, and once on the street, the man strives to quickly find a job. And one day he is given the opportunity to get a job as a broker in a prestigious company, and the character is not going to miss this chance.

Burlesque (2010)

Having buried his parents, Ali breaks out of his native province and goes to Los Angeles to start life with clean slate. The girl has good voices and very attractive, which is why she is looking for a job in some club. And soon he finds himself in a neo-burlesque club, where he makes acquaintance with former dancer, who, seeing potential in her, decides to take her into the dance troupe. Gradually, the heroine becomes popular and begins to receive impressive fees, but the leading dancer of the club, Nikki, categorically does not like this development of events.

The Man Who Changed Everything (2011)

The story follows a gifted baseball team manager, Bill Bean. After another extremely unsuccessful season, many talented players left the team, and there was simply no money left for expensive baseball players. Understanding the criticality of the situation, the hero decides to recruit into the team those players from whom the other teams have turned their backs. Everything changed radically from the moment he met Peter Brand, who came up with an unusual scheme for calculating the benefits of players directly during the game, based on mathematical calculations.

Chuck Palahniuk and David Fincher dealt a powerful blow to consumer society. People work jobs they hate so they can buy things they don't need. This was the case ten years ago, and it remains the same in 2017. The fear of being left without work and money paralyzes the will of people. Some have become so bogged down in the swamp of stability that they have lost their face.

You are not your job. You are not the amount of money in the bank. Not your car. Not the contents of your wallet. You are not your f***ing clothes.

If you, too, are struggling and have long understood that something needs to change, but you just can’t make up your mind, rewatch “Fight Club.”

Pumping iron

  • Documentary, sports.
  • USA, 1976.
  • Duration: 85 min.
  • IMDb: 7.5.

This is not just a film about bodybuilding. In it future star Hollywood and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger teaches a lesson - fight, even if there are very daring guys against you.

I'm not giving up. Like a dog. You can kick her as much as you like. A dog can do two things: either roll over and die, or bite and attack.

The film is a must-see for both those who play sports and those who never step foot in the gym. Inspiration and a surge of strength are guaranteed.

Eddie "The Eagle"

  • Drama, comedy, biography.
  • UK, Germany, USA, 2016.
  • Duration: 106 min.
  • IMDb: 7.4.

This film is based on real events. It is about the unlucky skier Eddie Edwards, nicknamed “The Eagle,” who, despite all the restrictions and obstacles, really wanted to compete at the Olympics. And he succeeded.

It is important not to give up under any circumstances. And remember that only by trying your best can you achieve something. Even if the result is disastrous.

If you lack perseverance, patience and self-confidence, look at Eddie. It will motivate you so much that you will want to quickly get your butt off the couch and go make your dreams come true.

Social network

  • Drama, biography.
  • USA, 2010.
  • Duration: 116 min.
  • IMDb: 7.7.

Always say yes

  • Comedy.
  • USA, UK, 2008.
  • Duration: 104 min.
  • IMDb: 6.8.

The story of the unsociable clerk Carl Allen makes us wonder how many opportunities we miss every day. Accepting an offer means taking responsibility. And who needs it?

You say "No" to life. That's why you don't live. You come up with excuses for people around you and for yourself.

Go with Karl to the “Yes - new look“no”” and open your heart and mind to new possibilities. Your life may not change immediately, but you will have a good laugh at Jim Carrey. This is one of his best roles.

Areas of darkness

  • Science fiction, thriller, detective.
  • USA, 2011.
  • Duration: 105 min.
  • IMDb: 7.4.

Millions of people on the planet dream of miracle pills that relieve problems. Millions accept them. Neil Burger's film demonstrates how dangerous altered states of consciousness are.

Don't make the classic mistake of all smart people: don't think that there are no people smarter than you.

If your life, like the life of New York writer Eddie Morr, has reached rock bottom, then know that no amount of NZT will help. Can really make your brain work at full capacity proper nutrition, good sleep and sports.

The Wolf of Wall Street

  • Drama, comedy, crime, biography.
  • USA, 2013.
  • Duration: 180 min.
  • IMDb: 8.2.

Martin Scorsese told the story of former New York broker Jordan Belfort with such talent that euphoria after watching this film is inevitable.

Risk is the cure for old age.

It doesn’t matter how much money you have, no matter what your profession is - “The Wolf of Wall Street” will motivate anyone to take action. After all, without them, even the best intentions are empty.

Just remember about the boomerang effect. Nothing lasts forever, and any deception will be revealed sooner or later. Belfort was able to reconsider his values ​​and start his life anew. Can you?

Words

  • Drama, melodrama, detective.
  • USA, 2012.
  • Duration: 103 min.
  • IMDb: 7.1.

A film with an original plot: a story about a story within a story. The action of failed writer Rory Jansen makes you think about the price and value of success.

In this life we ​​all make choices. The hardest thing is living with him.

The moral is simple: don't try to seem like someone you're not. Be yourself, give the world your ideas, then they will definitely knock on the door. Just use it correctly.

In pursuit of happiness

  • Drama, biography.
  • USA, 2006.
  • Duration: 117 min.
  • IMDb: 8.0.

The film is based on life real person. Chris Gardner went from poor salesman to millionaire. The wanderings of a man with a child in his arms and the performance of Will Smith leave no one indifferent.

The film teaches you not to give up, no matter how difficult it may be at the moment. Black stripe will definitely end if you go towards white.

There will always be those who will say that you won’t succeed. Don't listen to anyone if you really want to achieve something. They say it won't work because they couldn't do it themselves.

Good Will Hunting

  • Drama.
  • USA, 1997.
  • Duration: 126 min.
  • IMDb: 8.3.

The intellectual duel between rebel Will Hunting (Matt Damon) and psychotherapist Sean Maguire (Robin Williams) won two Oscars and many other prestigious awards.

Film about true friendship, love, self-discovery and self-confidence. Will Hunting is more than just smart. He is a genius who wastes his talent in drinking and fighting. After another mess, he is sent to psychotherapy sessions.

I look at you and don’t see an educated, self-confident person. I see a small, frightened, pooped baby.

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A good movie accumulates feelings, elevating them to the highest degree. If we watch an action movie, there is a surge of adrenaline, but in the case of melodrama, on the contrary, we relax and indulge in dreams of love. But there are films that become a saving pill from melancholy and powerlessness. They draw our attention to something that needs to be changed in ourselves. If you have lost motivation and your soul is heavy, look at one of these paintings from the list best motivational films. Or you can do everything at once. It can't get any worse. Only better.

Health and Wellness

If your health is not good and physical fitness leaves much to be desired, we need to get down to business. But gathering strength is not as easy as it seems at first glance. If you have been given an unpleasant diagnosis that requires active treatment, you may become confused and discouraged. This is a normal reaction, followed by a desire to fight for oneself. Help will come from family, friends and patrons, but the easiest way is to relax and watch a good movie that has answers to all your questions.

And in my soul I'm dancing

2004 film starring James McAvoy leading role- a classic of motivational cinema. The love of life of his hero turned out to be unbroken despite all the circumstances that could become fatal for a person weak and not ready to fight. The film will show what exits can be found where in reality there were none. Before you show up.

Untouchables 1+1

If you have not yet met this masterpiece of French cinema, be sure to do so or watch the film again. The excellent directors and screenwriters Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano did a great job. As a result, they managed to create a lively and positive film about friendship, help, love and the ability to smile no matter what.

Life is beautiful

Life is wonderful until the doctors say... terminal diagnosis. Or after too? Jonathan Levine directed amazing movie, which was released back in 2011. After watching, you will learn what to do if life and death come into conflict.

Add to this list the films “Euphoria”, “Stephen Hawking’s Universe”, “Until I Play the Box”, “The Cure”, “Guitar”, “Healer Adams”, “Polyanna”, “Lorenzo’s Oil”.

Career

Not every one of us strives to get to the top of Olympus. The desire to make a career depends on your ambitions and the hierarchical instinct that is inherent in a person from birth. In some it is weakly expressed, in others it is stronger. Someone strives to lead, someone to obey, someone is between two fires: “servant to the king, father to the soldiers.” But each of us works somewhere, communicates with colleagues, receives or does not receive promotions and social rewards. It doesn’t matter what you want from life, but if you find yourself in a situation where you don’t have the strength to fight for your place in the sun, watch these films. They are imbued with the desire to achieve goals and the secrets of successful careers.

"The Pursuit of Happiness"

If you're wondering whether to give up or keep going, watch this 2006 movie. The scenario is unique, because at any point in it there is a feeling that right now it makes sense to give up. But main character– Chris Gardner – thinks differently. Such films teach us not to give up in the most difficult and unbearable moments of our lives.

"Fracture"

There are films that openly declare: act! The turning point of 2007 belongs to a different movie. This is, first of all, a detective story that intrigues and hides the outcome until the last seconds. But it’s even more interesting to watch the confrontation between two leaders: the criminal and the prosecutor. They are both admirable and not ready to give up until the end. Who will win? The film is about perseverance in achieving a goal, no matter how noble or monstrous it may be.

"The Man Who Changed Everything"

You can be different from your contemporaries only if there is no fear inside: think differently, act more boldly, go against the rules. The 2011 film starring Brad Pitt will tell about two scenarios. The first is to change, the second is to die. The choice is yours.

"Black swan"

A beautiful 2011 drama-thriller about a real ballet. It ended the way a film of this genre should end. But oddly enough, the film motivates. Notice how Natalie Portman's heroine goes towards her goal. Have you done even a 10th of this?

Along with these films that motivate with a bang, the films will boost morale: “Always Say Yes”, “Before the Class”, “The Shawshank Redemption”, “Legend No. 17”, “Slumdog Millionaire”, “All or Nothing” ", "Billy Elliot".

Personal happiness

To find and keep your love, you also need motivation. There are relationships that require you to be courageous, honest, open, and willing to change. Getting what you want is not easy. You should think: are you worthy of personal happiness? How much do you do to get more emotions and positivity? Are you ready to plunge headlong into the pool or, on the contrary, take responsibility for another person? If yes, then everything will be fine. If not, watch a motivational film, it will tell you what to do.

"Asphalt"

A 2015 French comedy with elements of drama, which shows the touching, original and bright sides of the relationships between people living in the gray exclusion zone. City hopelessness, uneven asphalt, ugly houses are not an obstacle to real feelings, kindness and compassion. Many moments make you smile, others help you think.

"One Meeting"

Where will you end up if you go too far? Is it worth giving in to feelings and putting stability on the line? Your opinion may not be the same as that of the 2014 film's writer and director, Lisa Azuelos.

"Last Love on Earth"

What should you do if you meet your loved one at a time when humanity is under threat? real threat? Maybe we should take off our masks and be ourselves, without waiting for this moment?

There are several more films that will help you take a step towards and fight for love: “50 First Dates”, “Magic” moonlight”, “Dirty Dancing”, “Pride and Prejudice”, “Love Actually”.



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