Among several forms of magic that Hollywood uses to woo the audience, “nostalgia” works quite like a secret charm. Sometimes we lose track of memories; we don’t even realize we had them until some filmmaker taps into that potential and delivers pure nostalgic gold. And that’s how we end up with movies that work like time machines.But why does nostalgia work? Is it because the world is chaotic? Is it because we crave revisiting the simpler times? Maybe. Ultimately, nostalgia creates a wistful longing; it gives the pain of loss, and yet, at the same time, it also gives us a warm, cushy feeling of comfort and safety.Movie studios have realized the potential in this strange combination and strive to excel at it with each attempt. The formula is quite simple: mix emotion with innovation, sprinkle some familiar words and visuals, and give it a modern sheen. The only thing to watch out for is that you must not lose the movie’s soul.These 9 movies have proven that nostalgia is like an old painting, but from time to time, you need to conserve, restore, and reframe it. After all, memory may seem appealing because it’s old, but at the heart of it is our human experience.The Comeback of NostalgiaThe last couple of decades have seen the rise of superhero movies and their sequels; there is endless digital and CGI overload. The movies have become sleek and chic. This feeling can be overwhelming, nauseating, or both. And this is when the...
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