I actually can't watch that movie any more - I get so upset by it! I have cried through the whole thing, such a gentle, lovely, human being and all the people are so horrible and nasty to him.
And all the small things like getting his own room, having a friend to chat to, going to the opera, they mean so much to him and he is so happy and greatful when he experiences some sense of normality and is so happy to have a real friend....i am getting choked up now thinking about it! (and what a peformance by John Hurt btw)
Another very poignant one for me is in
Empire of the Sun when Jim is singing Suo Gan as the young Japanese pilot takes his first flight....oh my god what an emotional moment, and the music is just hauntingly sad and beautiful.
Fantastic thread btw and I loved reading everyones comments....
And oh forgot to add - someone else mentioned the end of Trains, Planes and Automobiles....I was in pieces!!
And also I dont think anyone has mentioned The Pianist - I found that very upsetting and cried to most of that too! :-(