Theres nothing audiences love more than a feel-good movie that can lift their spirits and leave them smiling.

Drama movies tend to do this particularly well, being able to balance both lighthearted and more thematic material.

One of his most wholesome and heartwarming films isWe Bought A Zoo, starringMatt DamonandScarlett Johansson.

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The unlikely friendship at the films core is adorably sweet and tender, providing both laughs and real heart.

The film also manages to naturally weave in representation through its lovable protagonist.

However, one of his most delightful films that has slightly fallen under the radar is 2014sChef.

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Through the process, he becomes closer to his estranged family.

Their journey will lift the spirits of audiences and leave them singing long after the credits roll.

Twenty-five years later, adult Saroo (Dev Patel) decides to search for his birth parents.

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He is coached by charismatic veteran Bronson Preary (Jackman).

Just like Eddie does, the film soars, and will leave viewers soaring too.

The activists end up finding an ally in the most unexpected of places.

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Phillipe and Driss are from completely different walks of life, but find a meaningful connection with each other.

It captures both the highs and lows they experience, and Cluzet and Sy are magnificent to watch together.

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