Movies Everyone Should Watch before Graduation ...

By Sabrina

Senior year is drawing to a close, and while that certainly means overcoming senioritis, deciding on colleges, and planning for prom, it also means something else: watching all the movies you didn’t have time to watch the rest of high school! Well, that’s a big list! So I’ve narrowed it down for you: here are the movies everyone should watch before graduation.

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1

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club is not only one of the classics, but also one that teaches a really relevant life lesson. The Breakfast Club depicts a group of teenagers, all from radically different social circles, who have been forced to attend Saturday school together. Even though the cliquey structure of high school forced them apart, they realize that they aren’t so different after all. Before you graduate, you should watch this movie so that you can see what wonders openness and tolerance can do for you!

2

Mystic Pizza

I consider Mystic Pizza one of my favorite movies because it isn’t showy or glamorous; it’s real and deals with real things. The movie shows the different paths your love life can take you down; Kat gets involved with an older married man, Jojo feels pressured to get married, and Daisy is dating someone from the upper echelon whose rich lifestyle intimidates her. You never know the type of people you’ll date after high school, and this movie does a great job of introducing you to the dangers of various relationships so you can prepare your heart for unanticipated turns of events.

3

Miss Representation

I know that documentaries aren’t for everyone, but as a woman living in the 21st century, you should consider watching this movie. It’s all about the misrepresentation of women in the media, as well as the inequality we face each day. You’ll become more aware of subtle sexism in the world after you watch this movie so that once you’re in the “real world” you can do a better job of improving it.

4

Star Wars

I’ll be honest—I’ve yet to sit down and watch all of the Star Wars movies from beginning to end, but it’s on my bucket list for things to do before I graduate. Why? Star Wars became an instant classic when it was released, and gained sort of a cult following. What are you going to do if you end up with a roommate, best friend, or boyfriend who’s a huge Star Wars fan? You need to watch this movie, if only to save your future relationships!

5

Titanic

Titanic is basically the ultimate chick flick; it doesn’t teach any major life lessons, and has the semi-overdone theme of everlasting love, but it's beautiful to look at and is a movie worth watching nonetheless. Almost every girl has seen this movie and fallen in love with Leo’s character at least once; you should have that experience, too!

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6

Splendor in the Grass

I’m a huge fan of old movies! Even if you aren’t, give this one a chance, and I’m sure you’ll learn to love it! This movie teaches you the all-important lesson that some things aren’t meant to last forever. If you and your high school sweetheart are going separate ways after graduation, don’t worry; it’s probably meant to be. It also shows how trust can take forever to gain, but can be easily lost. It’s full of life lessons that every teenage girl should learn before she goes off into the world.

7

Amelie

I know this title probably isn’t one you’d expect to see on most movie lists for teenage girls, but for fans of French actress Audrey Tautou, it’s obvious why this movie is on the list! It’s hilarious, entertaining, and a great introduction to the world of French film. Because honestly, who doesn’t want to be able to answer the question “What sort of films do you like?” with a cool, casual: “French cinema.” Trust me, you’ll instantly sound like the most cultured person at your Freshman dorm mixer!

Saying goodbye to high school will be bittersweet for a lot of us, especially since it means leaving friends behind. But you can still fit in a few movie nights with your best buddies before you leave high school! Which movies on this list have you already seen and loved? What other movies do you think everyone should watch before graduation?

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I love star wars

I'm a big fan of classic movies! I love Splendor in the Grass. I cry every time I see it. It reminds me of someone very dear to me; from years ago.

Splendor in The Grass! Yes! It's been a long time since my senior year, but I remember watching Splendor in The Grass on The Channel 7 WABC afternoon movie, which ran from 4:30 to 6 PM. I thought this classic had long been forgotten, 1973, my senior year in high school. Well, I still love and remember this film, and I'll bet if you are a high school senior you will adore this film, and like me, recall it a long time later on🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Amelie is lovely! The music, by Yann Tiersen, is good too! I recommend watching Goodbye Lenin- a German film whenever you get a chance x

Grad from highschool is one thing, but how about before graduating with a degree

Never heard of:"Splendor in the Grass,"& "Miss Representation."

Titanic 😢

I have no idea what these movies have to do with graduating.....

I agree with the list!

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