Flowers (2014) and The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Nathan McBride
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Two movies that evoke the deep emotions of family and reconciliation.
Flowers (2014; in Euskadi with English subtitles, on Tubi)
A working woman in her early 50s begins receiving anonymous bouquets of flowers, while another family navigates a daughter-in-law / mother-in-law conflict. This rare gem joins the relatable emotion of a family melodrama and the visual craft of an art film. Subtle symbolism about how we remember the past. Brace yourself to feel deeply.
For sensitive viewers: The movie touches on adult issues like grief, marital conflict, and entering menopause. It does so tenderly.
The Wizard of Oz (1939; MAX or your local library)
A farm girl longs for a world over the rainbow without conflict, but when she arrives, she finds more than she bargained for! This is the most classic film musical ever. Excellent, memorable songs, amazing acting and smart writing, great make-up and set design, and all a barrel of fun. But it gets dark too—get ready for an adventure, and follow the yellow-brick road!