A farmer's whimsical journey into faith and family unfolds on a magical baseball field.
Melancholy and feel-good. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Streaming on Netflix.
Mild language and nothing scary, about what a PG should carry.
Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.
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Ray Kinsella is an Iowa farmer who hears a mysterious voice telling him to turn his cornfield into a baseball diamond. He does, but the voice's directions don't stop -- even after the spirits of deceased ballplayers turn up to play.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019)Heartwarming · comfort watch · emotionally heavy · measuredA philosophical dog observes his race car-driving owner, finding earnest life lessons in every turn.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)Heartwarming · family watch · emotionally heavy · measuredA selfless man's Christmas Eve crisis reveals how one life profoundly shapes an entire community.
Inside Out (2015)Wholesome humor · whimsical · family watch · emotionally heavyWhimsical emotions navigate a young girl's mind, learning that sadness is a necessary part of growing up.
Dead Poets Society (1989)Earnest · comfort watch · emotionally heavy · measuredAn inspiring teacher encourages students to defy rigid tradition and find their own voices, stirring both joy and sorrow.
The Green Mile (1999)Melancholy · full attention · strong violence · graphic goreOn death row, a gentle giant's miraculous gift brings both healing and profound melancholy to a gritty prison.
Forrest Gump (1994)Wholesome humor · nostalgic · comfort watch · strong violenceA simple man's extraordinary journey through history unfolds, chasing a love that always feels just out of reach.
Million Dollar Baby (2004)Gritty · full attention · strong violence · emotionally devastatingA boxing trainer finds unexpected family with a determined fighter, then faces a heartbreaking choice.
About Time (2013)Dry wit · whimsical · date night · emotionally heavyA young man uses whimsical time travel to navigate love and life, learning to cherish every intimate moment.Field of Dreams is on our Sports list.
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