http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/3/3c/Out_of_africa_poster.jpgI love the movie Out of Africa. I have to say that I pretty much love anything with Merle
Streep in it. The movie starts with the actress saying, "I had a farm in Africa, at the foot of the Ngong Hills". I am moved by the struggle and endurance of a woman fighting for something she believes in so strongly. The movie strongly depicts how life can be so cruel and unfair, and yet beautiful and emotionally moving at the same time. I am aware that parts of the movie are very different from the book, but still, I think the movie depicts the hardship and struggle that she experienced accurately.
As a mental health counselor is have admire the struggle that this woman endures. Oh if we could all face life with such reverence! I often share movies with clients as a therapeutic process. I am not sure I have mentioned Out of Africa too often, but I am sure my class mates can share movies that they found therapeutic in some way and I welcome your suggestions.
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