Many people are always wondering and exploring a question in the struggle of life, how to find the meaning of self-existence and the effective embodiment of their own value? This is already a clichéd philosophical question. From the mainstream point of view of the general public, the realization of ideals and the attainment of goals give people spiritual or material achievement and pleasure, which will make many people feel that being alive has been given a role.
But life is always full of uncertain factors, and plans cannot keep up with changes. In many cases, impermanent changes and unpredictable events in the world often unexpectedly reverse or subvert a person’s destiny, just like George in the American classic movie "How Beautiful is Life". Because of the sudden death of his father, he gave up his original dream and embarked on another path that he didn't want to go. A fatal blow almost put George on a dead end. The angel on the mission rescued and enlightened him. With him, George realized how thorough and far-reaching he had had on the people around him.
Many aspiring young people had similar plans to "leave" like George at first. They were unwilling to be stuck in a simple and unconventional life in a remote and backward small town. They wanted to make a career and make a fortune, but it was easier said than done. Especially for those young people in small towns who do not have interpersonal relationships and economic foundations, it is not easy to become famous after going out. They are far from George being lucky enough to grow up in a middle-class family environment. There is someone who can provide spiritual encouragement and The financially supported dad, the road ahead of them is quite difficult, and there is even no choice, full of despair about the future.
Some stay in a small town and lead a mediocre life, some have the courage to go out but it is difficult to get ahead, not because of their lack of strength, but the lack of opportunities for fair treatment. In today's more realistic and utilitarian society, buying a house is more difficult The sky is still difficult, there are vanity fairs everywhere, people are more popular than others, pressure and competition are suffocating. Power, money and status are generally regarded as the only manifestation of the value of personal existence, which is frustrating, but from another perspective, sometimes If you look forward too fast, you tend to ignore the rare things you have. Happiness can actually become very simple, depending on the lifestyle you pursue.
After watching this film, I thought of "Fear the Wind and Rain" written by the famous Japanese poet Kenji Miyazawa. In this widely circulated poem that has allowed countless people to regain strength from the quagmire and frustration of life, Ken Miyazawa Zhizhi describes the kind of person you want to be in a simple and clear way. There is no too lofty ambitions or desires for material needs. He is indifferent to fame and fortune, and he is calm. Only the ideals that seem to be very plain but very loving, self-cultivation. And the focus of helping others with kindness and fraternity.
In the film, George’s prevention was not stopped, and the pharmacist who misplaced the medicine was sentenced to prison for life; without the help of his brother, Harry fell into the ice lake and died early; the haggard mother became cold and lonely; the uncle whose business failed. Lived in a mental hospital; the house built at the time became a cemetery and the house was in ruins; his wife Mary became an old girl who has never been married for life, looking at everything that has become unrecognizable because she had never existed before her, sad and miserable , George finally understood.
Everyone’s life experience actually affects the life trajectory of the people around them. Don’t feel that you are insignificant, let alone insignificant or negatively discouraged. There will be various subjective and objective obstacles and obstacles on the road to realize your dreams. After hardships, difficulties and passivity, you may live a life completely different from your original plan and ideals, but what's the matter, you can still live a very satisfying life through hard work, and never underestimate your own existence and influence. value.
George finally ran home ecstatically to hug and kiss his lost family. The residents and friends of the town who had received George’s help generously relieved George’s crisis. On Christmas Eve, everyone sang loudly "The Friendship Is Everlasting". "It is very warm and moving. Although he failed to realize his original ambition, George, who has family, love and friendship, has undoubtedly become the richest person in town, a more ideal and happy life. Seventy-one years later, this timeless movie is like Kenji Miyazawa's "Fear of the Wind and Rain", sincere and lasting soothing people's hearts, letting people see the true meaning and beauty from the hustle and bustle of life.
PS: Personal struggle and hard work are necessary, but the key points I want to emphasize are mentality, life and situation, especially when involuntarily and frustrated, everyone should watch this movie, it can be described as life Good medicine, haze, depression, hardship...It will disappear in an instant, and you will feel very happy after reading it.
"Fear the Wind and Rain"
Author: Gong Ze Xianzhi, Translation: Cheng Bi
Not afraid of wind, rain, winter snow and scorching heat
There is a body to be acquainted with, without desires and desires
Never get angry, always smile calmly
Eat half a liter of brown rice, miso and a little vegetable
Not overthinking about everything
Listen more, read more, see and remember
Living in the shade of wild pine trees
Little thatched house
If a child is sick in the east, go to nurse
There was a mother in the west who was tired, so I went to help her carry the rice bunch
If someone is dying to the south, go tell him not to be afraid
There are quarrels or conflicts in the north, just go and say this is boring, please stop
Tears in the drought
Fidgeting in cold summer
Not to be praised, and not to suffer
I want to be such a person
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