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Superhero movies, thrillers, sci-fi epics, intense dramas, fantasies and horror films have their place. But as lockdown drags on around the country, it feels like we need more upbeat entertainment to get us through hard times.
That means chasing down heartwarming and inspiring films – sunnier experiences – that are the home-viewing equivalent of comfort food. Here are 10 of the best to help ease the lockdown blues.
Amelie (2001)
Audrey Tautou in Amelie.
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A French charmer with heart and humour that is just about guaranteed to lift your spirits. Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, this much-loved comic romance is about a shy waitress (Audrey Tautou) with an active imagination, who is determined to bring happiness to others in a whimsical version of Paris.
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