Review of It's a Wonderful Life (1946) by Josh G — 12 May 2012

My all-time-favorite movie. Frank Capra's masterpiece is ageless, heartwarming, and shakes tears out of me every time I watch it. Though the story is simple and not necessarily subtle, it doesn't have to be.

This is a movie that drives the viewer to ask him/herself deep questions about life and humanity. For instance, what is our significance in this world? Are we capable of magnanimity at the expense of our personal desires? and of course, what does it mean to have a "wonderful life?" As I get older, these questions become more relevant and the film's humanistic themes grow more and more potent.

Any corny moments that a modern moviegoer may pick out are insignificant, because a film of this much emotional power is truly a gift from god.