The Best Touching Movies to Watch on Kanopy
Want that warm, fuzzy feeling? Some movies are made to stir curioisty, while others are made to kindle the soul. If you’re seeking stories that melt the heart, here are the best touching movies and shows to stream.
A delightful documentary that doubles as a biography of a singular artist and a celebration of a bygone era.
A poetic and powerful film about the migrant experience in urban spaces.
An expectedly sunny, funny film about childhood grief led by a charismatic young breakout .
This heartwarming tale of friendship and motherhood is packed with Ilana Glazer’s signature absurd and acerbic wit.
A low-key study of a refugee's survivor's guilt that balances tender poignancy with deadpan humor.
A heartwarming and infectiously joyous ode to the scrappy filmmaking spirit of Wakaliwood.
A stirring documentary following the lives of two cows by one of British cinema's finest filmmakers.
A decent, queer coming-of-age drama elevated by an incredible lead performance.
A tender and surprisingly sunny — though never sugarcoating — adult drama about childlessness.
Ken Loach’s farewell film is a heart-wrenching celebration of community.
A thoughtful glimpse through the eyes of a beast of burden that doubles as a disconcerting portrait of humans.
A loving tribute to an American great, as well as a chronicle of a beautiful friendship.
An artful, sensitive documentary that advocates for allowing trans kids to live how they want.
A unique sensory experience and a sensitively primer on caring for people with autism.
A teacher’s stay at the world’s most remote school prompts him to discover the true value of education.
A heartwarming roadtrip drama about the family we choose to have along for the ride.
Mother and daughter reconcile through this emotional recounting of their tragic relationship.
Egyptian cinema delivers a refreshing antidote to Hollywood’s limited view of Muslims with this thoughtful reflection on religion and pop culture.
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei directs his attention towards the ongoing refugee crisis, the biggest displacement of people since World War II. His documentary is apolitical and tries to focus on the human side of the picture. It’s not a news report or a commentary on the causes of the situation. Instead, it’s a combination of […]
