Top 10 Synergistic Movies of 2011

What is a synergistic movie?  It's a movie where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts and all of the elements are woven together to create a beautiful story, impressionable characters, and meaningful messages.  These are my favorite mindful films of 2011 that have heart and at their core -entertain, enlighten and inspire.

10. THE GREEN LANTERN
A comic book action movie wouldn't always make a top ten list of mindful movies but this one has an important take-away lesson to feel the fear and do it anyway and shows us that superheroe films can also be spiritual!

9. MY RUN
A fantastic documentary about courage, perseverance, and family.  Nothing could be more inspiring than watching an older man who lost his wife and looks like Santa Clause run 75 consecutive marathons in 75 consecutive days all in honor of single parents.


8. MIDNIGHT IN PARIS
Woody Allen delivered a smart, unique love story that reminds us that true happiness and fulfillment can only be found in the present moment.


7.  I AM
A powerful documentary about who we truly are and how we can live from our authentic selves instead of the trappings of the ego mind.


6. WAR HORSE
Albeit violent at times, this stunningly beautiful and poignant film deserves recognition for bringing the preciousness of horses to the forefront and showing the world the power of love and the truth of our inter-connectedness.



5. DISCOVER THE GIFT
A somewhat unknown documentary because the producers want you to discover it the way they want you to discover your own inner gifts which once uncovered force us to blossom into our best selves just like the lotus on their beautiful poster.

4. THE HELP
Based on an excellent best-selling book, this surprise hit of the year sheds light on racism while also highlighting how the freedom of speech and a brave young woman can change the world.


3. BUCK
This psychological documentary about a sensitive and loving soul named Buck whose gentle compassion transforms the lives of the horses and people he touches.


2. CATCHING DREAMS
Although this film was made in 2008 it was showcased at the Feel Good Film Festival in 2011 and chronicles the life journey of one man pursuing his dreams to perform in Cirque Du Soleil despite all odds.


1. WARRIOR
Lionsgate's best film of the year moves audiences to healing tears as it tackles the themes of forgiveness, redemption and victory inside a broken family ready to be made whole.

Some of the 2012 mindful movies to watch are:  BRAVE, SECRETS OF LOVE, THE WAYSHOWER, JOYFUL NOISE, and A THOUSAND WORDS.

Which ones would you add to this list?! Do you disagree with any choices? Share your thoughts!

Entertain - Enlighten - Inspire
Kate Neligan
Founder & CEO, Synergy TV & Mindful Media Entertainment LLC