The death of a loved one plunges us into profound and infinite sadness. Grief is deeply personal — there is no fixed formula, and each person experiences it differently, with their own phases and timing.
Cinema can often become a powerful ally in learning to live with the new and painful feeling of irreparable loss that arises after the death of someone we love. Through its stories and powerful messages, film helps us understand, feel, and relate, as we observe how characters move through their own grief
FIVE FILMS FOR GRIEVING:
- Ghost A timeless classic. It tells the love story of a couple torn apart by death. One of them remains as a ghost to stay by their partner’s side. Full of healing messages and emotional depth — a must-watch.
- Chaotic Ana A unique film by Julio Medem that reflects the Buddhist idea of reincarnation. It helps us imagine our lost loved one starting a new life, even if far from us.
- 21 Grams A powerful and intense film featuring an exceptional cast. The title refers to the supposed weight of the soul lost at the moment of death. A deeply moving narrative with a healing undertone.
- If Anything Happens I Love You A poignant and eloquent short film available on Netflix. It delivers an unmatched message of love in the face of devastating loss.
- Blue Starring the brilliant Juliette Binoche. It follows the emotional journey of a mother coping with the loss of her daughter and husband in a car accident. The first film in a must-see trilogy.
This is just a small selection. Cinema has long reflected on death and the grieving process — and it continues to offer comfort, reflection, and meaning.
