I rented Martian Child, starring John Cusak, on a whim and fell in love with it from the moment it started. As a matter of fact, the next day, I went out and purchased it. It is a great family movie, touching and heartwarming. It's about a science fiction writer who adopts a little boy who's totally convinced he's from Mars. I found an immediate connection with the characters, who are very easy to love. Based on a true story. Watch it with a box of kleenex. 

(Rated PG)

La Vie En Rose is quite possibly the most amazing movie I personally have ever seen. Marion Cotillard's portrayal of Edith Piaf won her the Academy Award for Best Actress this year, and she deserved it. Her breath-taking performance will haunt you for days. I don't think I've ever cried so hard at a movie in my entire life. Highly recommend it, but be warned that it is extremely depressing so you must be in the right mindset to watch it a movie as heavy as this. Fantstic. 

(Rated PG-13)

Into the Wild, starring Emile Hirsch, manages to be both heartbreaking and heartwarming. This beautiful film is based on the life of Christopher McCandles, a college graduate who drops out of society and hitch-hikes to Alaska. The story takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotion, and you will surely fall in love with the friends he makes on his journey towards freedom. Very powerful, moving, and intense...I highly recommend it. (Once again, watch it with a box of kleenex nearby). 

(Rated R)