Movies that inspired me to travel
“I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you feel things you never felt before. I hope you meet people with a different point of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of. If you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start all over again”
Movies have always stirred my imagination, prompting me to see life from a different perspective. Driving me to experience the beautiful corners of the world and diverse cultures, inspiring a deep desire within me to travel and experience these firsthand. The urge to see new places, meet different people, and try unfamiliar things grows everytime I see a great movie. Here are a few movies that have had such an impact on me.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013), Directed by Ben Stiller
“To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other, and to feel. That is the purpose of life”
Into the Wild (2007), Directed by Sean Penn
The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), Directed by Wes Anderson
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016), Directed by Taika Waititi
“Me and this fat kid / We ran we ate and read books / And it was the best.”
Before Sunrise (1995), Directed by Richard Linklater
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), Directed by David Fincher
Midnight in Paris (2011), Directed by Woody Allen
Vaaranam Aayiram (2008), Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon
“Death, can’t take away memories, must be a lot. Keep all those memories inside, it will be difficult, but only those memories will bring your strength out. Get hold of it, hang in there, and you will get through.”
The Hangover (2009), Directed by Todd Phillips
Life of Pi (2012), Directed by Ang Lee
“I suppose in the end, the whole of life becomes an act of letting go, but what always hurts the most is not taking a moment to say goodbye”
The Darjeeling Limited (2007), Directed by Wes Anderson
Amélie (2001), Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet
“Life’s funny. To a kid, time always drags. Suddenly you’re fifty. All that’s left of your childhood… fits in a rusty little box.”
These movies have inspired me to live the movie of my life, not just watch it. So, here's to the world, and here's to the movies that make it seem so beautifully reachable. Let´s hear it from you all, what were those movies that inspired you to travel?