Article: Top 10 Friendships In Films Volume 3

10.A Street Cat Named Bob (James & Bob The Cat)

The true feel-good story of how James Bown, a busker and recovering drug addict, has his life transformed when he meets a stray ginger cat. Based on the international best-selling book. Might not offer you anything new or fresh, the film in general is likeable and it will made you smile, it is a sad but happy type of story as this is an underdog type of film, this is watchable.

9.Slumberland (Nemo & Flip)

A young girl discovers a secret map to the dreamworld of Slumberland, and with the help of an eccentric outlaw, embark on the adventure of a lifetime. After her father Peter is unexpectedly lost at sea. One of those film that will divide people, the idea behind this film is superb and it is entertaining, the chemistry between the main two lead is spot on, this is a superbly made film.

8.Dog (Jackson & Lulu The Dog)

Two hard – charging former Army Rangers paired against their will, Briggs and a Belgian Malinois named Lulu, race down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time. Personally, I know this film isn’t perfect but it will move you, it could be hard to watch for some people with the war element, it will silently draw you in, I reckon it will surprise people.

7.The Elephant Man (Dr Frederick Treves & John Merrick)

A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while scraping a living as a side – show freak. Behind his monstrous façade, there is revealed a person of kindness, intelligence and sophistication. Sad and depressing type of film but if you get past that, there is a wonderful story and the acting is amazing, there is a message of bullying and appearances and that is important, in general this film is certainly memorable from start to finish.

6.Planes, Trains & Automobiles (Neal & Del)

A Chicago advertising man must struggle to travel home from New York for Thanksgiving, with a lovable oaf of a shower – curtain – ring salesman as his only companion. Too be honest with you I was surprised with this film, this is funny and heartfelt at the same time, it might be rather dated with this film, I reckon it will surprise many people with this film, this is surprisingly good.

5.Pete’s Dragon (Pete & Elliott)

The adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who happens to be a dragon. Could be on the verve of too sentimental and rather forced for some people, it also about finding yourself and the personal journey aspect, which I personally connect to and I’m sure people will relate to that, this is heartwarming and uplifting plus it will made you smile.

4.The Wild Robot (Roz & Brightbill)

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Another film which about finding yourself and the personal journey aspect, which I personally connect to and I’m sure people will relate to that, the animation itself is gorgeous to look at and the scenery is outstanding, it will leave you a lasting impression on you.

3.Will & Harper (Will Ferrell & Harper Steele)

In this intimate portrayal of friendship, transition and America, Will Ferrell and his close friend of thirty years decide to go on a cross – country road trip to explore a new chapter in their relationship. Being a road movie documentary it will capture your heart. It also about appearances and the unlikely friendship aspect, it has got some nice moments. It is a LGBTQ documentary and it is important, it could be hard to watch for some people but it is inspirational.

 2.Paddington 2014 – 2017(Paddington & The Brown Family)

Having settled with the Brown family in Windsor Gardens, Paddington has become popular in his community, offering people emotional support in various ways. Everything about these films are consistent, it is funny and heartfelt at the same time and it will capture people heart, these are suitable for all ages and a family viewing, it is inoffensive cute film which is uplifting.

1.Monsters, Inc/ University 2001 – 2013 (Mike & Sully)

A look at the relationship between Mike Wazowski and James P “Sully” Sullivan during their days at Monsters University, when they weren’t necessarily the best of friends. Don’t judge these films as they are laugh out loud funny, the characters are great and the vocal in these films is spot on. This is suitable for all ages and a family viewing experience, both films are consistent as they are watchable from start to finish, it is one of the best Pixar films as they are heartwarming.