Do you remember the first time you spoke to your best friend? You probably thought they were obnoxious and boring, but for some reason you were forced to be on a team together, or destiny pushed you to see them daily. Or simply you knew they would be someone special in your life. It is hard to pin point the exact moment you became friends, and even now, after all these years, you barely remember the details of your first conversation.
They endure long hours listening to you talk about your ex, and they take your phone away when you want to make a drunk call. They let you sleep on their sofas if you fought with your parents or partner, or if you’re single, they are the best wing-man you could ask for.
Best friends will always invite you to head off into an adventure you never would’ve imagined.. They help you overcome your fears; they listen to you when you’re going through a rough patch, and they always have your back. Your best anecdotes and embarrassing stories involve your friends.
Like in any other relationship, you fight or stop talking to each other; however, your friendship is stronger than any obstacle, and you always go back to being best buds. Yes, you’ve been together for years, probably decades; you share a love for pizza, beer, and video games.
In honor of those friends, who have been there for better or for worse, we share a list of movies you need to see. You’ll laugh and remember your best adventures together. You will only need hot chicken wings and pizza, beer, and a good sofa to enjoy them.
Stand By Me (1986)
Rob Reiner
This movie is based on The Body by Stephen King. It tells the story of four friends determined to find the body of a boy who died a couple of days before, in order to appear in national television. In the middle of this adventure, the kids will open up about their fears and showcase their strengths and skills. At the end, what matters most is the shared experiences and the memories.
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Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Frank Darabont
Andrew Dufresne is sentenced to prison after being accused of murdering his wife and lover. In jail he faces corruption, abuse, and cruelty. In this dark reality, he will find a friend in the form of the greatest prison smuggler. Together they will keep each other safe and sane. This is one of the greatest films of all time, which shows that friendship can help us survive the worst adversities.
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Good Will Hunting (1997)
Gus Van Sant
Will Hunting has a brilliant mind; however, he is constantly in trouble with the authorities. Professor Gerald Lambeau sees the potential in Hunting and enlists the help of psychiatrist Sean Maguire to help him deal with his pent up anger. Will and Sean will spend hours talking and building a friendship. They’ll realize they’re more alike than they think.
“You’ll have bad times, but it’ll always wake you up to the good stuff you weren’t paying attention to.”
—Sean Maguire, Good Will Hunting.
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Point Break (1991)
Kathryn Bigelow
Johnny Utah is a young recruit of the FBI. He’s asked to investigate a group of thieves who dress up as former America Presidents. As an undercover agent, Johnny will follow the clues that will lead him to a group of surfers. The leader of this group, Bodhi, will introduce Utah to a new world. The young detective will have to choose between his personal and professional life.
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The Wedding Crashers (2005)
David Dobkin
John Beckwith and Jeremy Grey are best friends who like to crash weddings. They change their names, suit up, and go to a stranger’s wedding to meet women. The plot twists when one of them falls in love with a bridesmaid. In the space of a weekend their friendship will be put to the test.
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The Hangover (2009)
Todd Phillips
Phil, Stu, and Alan are preparing to throw the best bachelor party in the world for their friend Doug. The night will begin at the Caesars Palace’s roof to enjoy the magnificent view of Las Vegas, and have a toast for the upcoming wedding. The group of friends will wake up confused, and with a terrible hangover. The problems start when they realize the groom is nowhere to be found.
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The Motorcycle Diaries (2004)
Walter Salles
The movie is based on the the journals of Ernesto (Che) Guevara and his friend Alberto Granado. When they were young, they made a trip across Latin America, and in every pit stop they’ll get to know the beautiful landscapes of South America and the injustices that exist within. Granado and Guevara’s friendship will become stronger with every person they’ll meet. Eventually, this journey will help them decide who they want to become. “Let the world change you and you can change the world.”
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Superbad (2007)
Greg Mottola
Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, and Christopher Mintz-Plasse play a group of three friends that are about to enter college. Like any other high schooler, they are worried about loosing their virginity, getting a girlfriend, and going to parties. The plot will revolve around their quest to bring alcohol to their last high school party.
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50/50 (2011)
Jonathan Levine
Adam Lerner has been diagnosed with cancer, and he has a 50/50 chance of survival. We will see him go through the process of accepting his new condition and fighting it. He’ll use “I have cancer” as a pick up line after his best friend Kyle tells him to use it. Lerner will make new friends, and he’ll find comfort in the love of his mom and Kyle. A movie that will teach us that we need to make every second count.
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Project X (2012)
Nima Nourizadeh
Three high school students are planning the party of the century to finally become popular. They promote it on social media as the “wildest party of the season,” and they will record everything. From the moment they start planning it to the actual party, the group of friends will have to overcome a series of complications and other adventures.
Now, raise your glasses and let’s have a toast to friendship!
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