Ten classic films women must watch on Women's Day [Figures] Some people say that a good movie is like a textbook for women, opening up the deep waters of the soul and planting flowers of hope to fill the garden of one’s heart. Therefore, on the occasion of Women's Day, ten films are specially listed here, from which you might learn something that you need in your life. "Gone with the Wind" Lesson: Strength Plot: Scarlett O'Hara is a beautiful, capricious, and decisive Southern belle who falls in love with Ashley Wilkes, the son of another plantation owner. However, Ashley chooses the gentle and kind Melanie instead. In anger, Scarlett marries Charles Hamilton, Melanie's brother. After the outbreak of the Civil War, Charles dies in battle. Scarlett meets the charming merchant Rhett Butler, who begins to pursue her but is rejected by her. After the defeat of the Southern army and the chaos in Atlanta, Scarlett finds herself in despair and turns to Rhett for money. By chance, she meets Frank Kennedy, originally intended to marry her sister, and seduces him into marriage to save their home. Later, after Frank is killed by Northern troops for anti-government activities, Scarlett becomes a widow again. For various complex reasons, she marries Rhett. After the birth of their daughter, Rhett devotes all his affection to her, leading to the breakdown of his relationship with Scarlett because she cannot forget Ashley. The accidental death of their daughter saddens Rhett deeply. On her deathbed, the overworked Melanie entrusts her husband Ashley and son to Scarlett but requests her to keep it a secret. Scarlett rushes towards Ashley's arms without hesitation, which Rhett can no longer endure. Heartbroken, he turns away and leaves. Facing the unresponsive Ashley, Scarlett finally realizes that the Ashley she loves doesn't exist; what she truly needs is Rhett. Review: This literary masterpiece has been loved by many female readers. The film is as excellent as the book, having won seven awards at the 12th Academy Awards, any of which would be enough to spark interest in watching. Gaining strength is a special gift this film offers to women. "The Piano" Lesson: Communication Plot: "The Piano" is a film about the power of sexual attraction surpassing rationality. The female protagonist not only has the burden of children but also struggles with communication difficulties. Yet, she betrays her educated and financially stable husband by engaging in an affair with a man of strong male charm. In fact, she is not as wild as people might speculate but rather shy, sometimes even stiff. She seems to have her inner self wrapped in thick armor, yet one day she surrenders to a rugged yet sensitive man. Through physical interaction, they develop a strong desire for each other, leading to passionate love, and eventually, the female protagonist leaves her husband. In other words, her rational husband failed to unlock her heart, while the wild and dangerous man succeeded through sexual love in penetrating her inner world. Directed by Jane Campion, this film reveals the secrets of female sexuality through the protagonist herself, gaining worldwide attention. Review: Winner of the Golden Palm Award at the 46th Cannes Film Festival and three Oscars at the 66th Academy Awards. The director, Jane Campion, is also a woman, making this film more appealing to female audiences through a female perspective. What impresses most is Holly Hunter's portrayal of Ada, a mute woman who communicates solely through actions and expressions. Finally, Ada pushes the piano into the sea aboard a ship, and due to entangled ropes, she is pulled underwater. Her silence and painful memories sink to the bottom of the ocean, leaving a profound impact on viewers. "Breakfast at Tiffany's" Lesson: Vanity Plot: Country girl Holly Golightly comes to New York to become a high-class socialite, determined to live an upper-class life. She meets writer Paul Varjak, who lives in the same apartment building. Paul is attracted by her behavior and gradually falls in love with her as he understands her better. Golightly always aims to escape poverty, valuing wealth above everything else, seeking pleasure in the golden world. Due to her obsession with money, status, and position, she fails to find true happiness and even tarnishes her reputation. Eventually, they split up, and Golightly realizes that confining herself within wealth will not lead her to true love. The two estranged lovers reunite. In this film, the concepts of vanity and materialism are thoroughly criticized. Review: Audrey Hepburn portrays Holly as a character full of vitality, believable, reckless, childish, and fragile, pioneering the role of liberated women in 60s cinema. Men rarely dislike Audrey Hepburn, and the cinematographer of this film, Franz Planer, was Audrey's favorite photographer, capturing her beautifully. Audrey Hepburn's image of playing and singing "Moon River" is considered her most touching portrayal. As a female audience member, shouldn't you watch this to make yourself more enchanting? And the reason why this film is a must-watch goes beyond just that. Although it isn't specifically about women, its themes—opposing vanity and materialism—make it essential viewing for women. From 1961 until now and for a long time ahead, this film holds widespread and profound significance. "Jane Eyre" Lesson: Dignity Plot: Adapted from British author Brontë's famous classic romance novel, it tells the story of a poor young girl, Jane Eyre, who gets an opportunity to leave the orphanage to work as a governess in a mysterious old castle. Expecting warmth, she encounters Mr. Rochester, whose violent temper and mysterious behavior torment her emotionally. When Rochester decides to marry another woman, Jane leaves the castle in despair. But upon hearing that the castle has burned down and Rochester has become blind, she returns to him despite everything. Review: In the film, Jane Fonda says, "Do you think, because I am poor, obscure, plain, and little, I have no soul or heart? You think wrong! My soul is as yours, my heart is as yours! We stand before God equal—as we are!" We hear this voice, and we see how it resonates through countless hearts across time. Though this is an old film, classic literature does not fade with time. Initially, it influenced a large number of intellectual women, and today, it still has many fans (mostly women). Even if someone is not beautiful, they can still experience beautiful love, just like Jane Eyre—love makes her beautiful. "Working Girl" Lesson: Talent Plot: "Working Girl" artistically depicts the colorful lives and changing personalities of three young women—Lin Meirou, Mi Zhaoya, and Li Yue—in a foreign enterprise, showcasing their career pursuits and emotional entanglements in different cultural atmospheres. It also portrays the spiritual realms and life experiences of several men corresponding to these women—Tian Shiqin Tai, Lu Yitong, Xie Jie, Tian Suo, etc., with great depth and meaning. Review: Presented in a comedic manner, it creates a wonderful dream for career women. Nowadays, more and more women are part of the working class, and this film reflects the work and life of professional women. Talented people will never be overlooked, and this film inspires many talented white-collar beauties that success will come through effort. "Fried Green Tomatoes" Lesson: Family Affection Plot: The story revolves around a loving mother-daughter pair, Laura and Emma. Laura, a widowed middle-aged woman, dotes on her daughter Emma but is somewhat subjective and domineering, excessively interfering in Emma's affairs. Emma yearns for an independent life and marries English teacher Thomas Horton, moving to another city. Later, Laura develops feelings for her neighbor, retired astronaut Garrett Breedlove, rejuvenating her spirit so that she can communicate with Emma like sisters. However, soon after, Emma succumbs to cancer, realizing on her deathbed that her bond with her mother cannot be reconciled or abandoned. Review: Laura Greenway, a widowed middle-aged woman, dotes on her daughter Emma but is somewhat subjective and domineering, excessively interfering in Emma's affairs. Emma yearns for independence and marries English teacher Thomas Horton, moving to another city. Later, Laura develops feelings for her neighbor, retired astronaut Garrett Breedlove, rejuvenating her spirit so that she can communicate with Emma like sisters. Soon after, Emma succumbs to cancer. This film won Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor at the 56th (1983) Academy Awards and is considered one of the most touching films of the 80s. Prepare tissues when watching! "All About My Mother" Lesson: Suffering Plot: Manuela is a mother who overly spoils her son. To give her beloved son a perfect life, she hides the fact that his father became a prostitute after undergoing breast augmentation due to drug addiction. Alone in the hospital corridor, her tears run dry. But her future remains intertwined with memories and reality, fading into darkness. In the morning, she lingers in the hospital, reluctant to leave. While opening her son's notebook, she discovers the last line written: "...One morning, I secretly entered my mother's bedroom and found a stack of photos cut in half. The half cut off, I imagine, should be my father. I don’t care who he is or what he did to my mother. No one! No one can take away the feeling that he is my father." Manuela had never told Esteban about his father's identity. Whenever Esteban asked, she always said, "Your father died before you were born." She didn't want to recall the past, but now, for her deceased son, Manuela decides to leave Madrid and go to Barcelona to find this unfortunate person. Because there is a child filled with imagination and longing for his father. Manuela wants to tell him that eighteen years ago, when she left him, she was already pregnant. Then she bore him a son. She had worked in the organ donation department at the hospital for years just to raise him. He could have been a competent father for this child, but now there is no chance because their son recently passed away. She also wants to tell him that his son's name is Esteban, the same as his. However, fate plays tricks. When Manuela learns that another kind nun gave birth to this man's child and has since died of sexually transmitted diseases, she decides to bring the child, whose name is the same as her deceased son, to meet the man who has changed his name to "Lola". Review: A car accident unexpectedly takes the life of her young son. Manuela travels to Barcelona to fulfill her son's final wish—to find his father Lola, only to discover that Lola has become a transgender person and contracted AIDS, disappearing without a trace. Sister Rosa, Lola's girlfriend, is pregnant with Lola's child and infected with HIV. This film, which swept almost all international major awards in 1999, accurately depicts the pain and mourning people feel after losing a loved one and facing death, making it especially detailed and moving. "Thelma & Louise" Lesson: Feminism Plot: Thelma and Louise are close friends. Thelma is a housewife, while Louise is a waitress with a masculine demeanor. They embark on a road trip together. Originally, it was supposed to be a simple and pleasant journey, but it ends up becoming a fight for two women against the oppression of a male-dominated society. In a bar, a man attempts to flirt with Thelma. Initially, it was just casual conversation, but then the man tries to rape her. In a panic, Louise arrives and shoots the man dead. This was a case of self-defense, but with no other witnesses present, out of fear of being sentenced for lack of evidence, they begin a journey of escape. During their escape, societal pressures mount: Thelma's husband, besides yelling at her on the phone to return, offers no help. The police relentlessly chase them, pushing them further into a corner without considering the possibility of self-defense. The only prosecutor who believes in their innocence can never get in touch with them due to misfortunes. Even the lover Thelma met during their escape turns out to be a thief. In short, they can only rely on themselves. However, they discover that as warriors fighting against the male society, they are much better suited than being small women. They rob banks, destroy the truck of a driver who harasses them, and steal the guns of the police. These actions leave them with no way out. In the end, surrounded by the police in New Mexico, they defiantly drive their car into a deep canyon. Review: One of the top ten box office hits in the United States in the summer of 1991, this film is considered a typical feminist movie, successfully depicting how ordinary women, under male oppression, are forced to the extreme - a must-see for feminists and those aspiring to be feminists! Watching Susan Sarandon's performance in this film, and then seeing her portrayal of a nun in "Dead Man Walking," it's hard to believe it's the same person. "Pretty Woman" Lesson: Romance Plot: The main character is twelve-year-old Frank. Along with a group of boys going through awkward puberty, they pool their milk-selling money to travel from their small town to the city to see a strip show. Unexpectedly, they encounter an attack on the way, and their bikes are stolen. At this moment, a beautiful lady extends a helping hand, making Frank feel warm. He admires the lady's purity and kindness and decides to play matchmaker for his widowed father, only to discover that she is actually a prostitute. Review: There are numerous films reflecting romantic love stories, inevitably forming certain patterns. Familiar ones include the ancient legend of the prince and Cinderella. "Pretty Woman" is a successful example of such a type. Many men may find it "vulgar," but women say, "It's vulgar, but I like it!" The dream of a sparrow turning into a phoenix is cherished by countless women, and such films will always be popular regardless of the time - that's the market. "Women That Men Adore" Lesson: Sexuality Review: Directed by Huang Zhenzhen, the film is shot in documentary style, featuring interviews with various women from different fields, including "sex-positive" Zhong Aibao, director Ann Hui, former sex symbols, models, and Miss Hong Kong contestants, discussing their views on sexuality and love. If this film doesn't qualify as "must-see for women," would it be "must-see for men?" Nonetheless, men should also watch it to deepen their understanding of women's thoughts. Regardless, both men and women who have watched it find it innovative.