5 Short Films to Inspire You to Be Grateful Let's stop to appreciate the people, places, and moments that make up our lives. ; LEARN MORE with our online filmmaking course. What are you grateful for? Plymouth, New England, 1621. You rub warmth into your arms. There’s a chill in the air, but it’s made bearable by the smell it carries: wild turkey roasting, cooked by your fellow pilgrims who gather to celebrate a bountiful harvest. Thanksgiving, long an American tradition, has strong historical and cultural roots, but it’s found its way to other countries over the years. At its best, Thanksgiving evokes a spirit of peace and gratitude that reaches across borders. It’s an invitation to pause and appreciate the people, places, and experiences life gifts us. Today, we’re extending that invitation to you, whatever your background! Here are five short films, hand-picked to inspire meaningful reflection on the beauty and relationships in your life – and in those of your fellow humans. They don’t all feature turkey (fear not, one does!), but they’re guaranteed to leave you feeling content and, if you’re open, full of love. 1. Giving Is the Best Communication | TrueMove H, 2013 A powerful – and positive – piece of advertising about how giving can change people’s lives. This moving short film is also an incredibly effective ad for a cell phone company in Thailand. There’s no product placement or overt sales pitch; just a raw, three-minute story spanning thirty years. Giving Is...
Published By: Lights Film School Blog - Wednesday, 14 November, 2018