- The Legend of Bagger Vance: A distressed golfer takes a mythological journey that compels him to give up his depression, confront his demons, cope with fear, and learn to trust his inner voice.
- Best in Show: A very funny comedy about a dog show in Philadelphia and the multiple foibles of the contestants' crazy over-the-top owners.
- Big: Will appeal to children who don't want to grow up too fast and adults who yearn for the spontaneous play of childhood.
- Bright Young Things: A frisky screen adaptation of a satirical 1930s novel about London's bohemian party animals.
- Bruce Almighty: A cinematic parable about a selfish and obsessed television reporter whose spiritual journey opens his heart and sets him on a path of using his gifts to serve others.
- Coffee and Cigarettes: A delightful and whimsical confection by Jim Jarmusch about American culture, addiction, envy, and humor.
- Dangerous Moves: An engrossing Swiss film that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the cerebral sport of chess.
- Flubber: Just the right mix of slapstick and high-tech wizardry.
- Frankie and Johnny Are Married: Proves that playing together can bring zest to any sagging long-term love relationship.
- Gabriela: A spicy drama that blends sex and social commentary on Brazilian mores.
- God Said, "Ha!": Proves that humor can be a lifesaver in the midst of pain, suffering, and setbacks.
- The Incredible Adventures of Wallace and Gromit: Three spiffy short films from the creators of Chicken Run.
- Life is Beautiful: Shows how humor is a rich spiritual resource that enables us to cope with the unexpected and to smile through the unbearable.
- Lightning in a Bottle: An unforgettable concert that celebrates the blues as the music of the heart.
- Love Me If You Dare: A fanciful French drama that explores the shadow side of games in the lives of two very close friends.
- Mondo: A 10-year-old gypsy boy's zest for life has a salutary effect on a small community.
- Mystery, Alaska: While sports may well be the toy department of life, hanging out there is often what creates and sustains community.
- The Replacements: A group of so-called losers who get their moment in the sun during a professional football player's strike.
- Splash: A light-hearted comedy directed by Ron Howard that sparkles here and there thanks to its fairy tale elements.
- A Tickle in the Heart: A warm and richly rendered black-and-white documentary about three elderly Jewish masters of Klezmer music.
- Tin Cup: A delightful romantic comedy about golf that reveals that playing it safe can't hold a candle to taking risks and playing from the heart.
- Toy Story: A captivating animated film that will win the hearts and minds of all who see it.
- The Triplets of Belleville: An animated feature with two out-of-the-ordinary superheroes: a zealous old lady and a very fat dog.
- The Yes Men: A humorous documentary about the subversive activities of two political activists who come up with a plan to embarrass and humiliate members and officials of the World Trade Organization.
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