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The SimpleGiving.com Movie List

We search for movies that inspire, educate, and motivate those of us who are attempting to make a difference in the world. The following movies come with the recommendation of SimpleGiving.com. If you know of a movie that might fit the description, please let us know.

Recommendation for February 2009

Schindler's List (Widescreen Edition)

Presents the incredible true story of Oskar Schindler who saved the lives of more than a thousand Jews during the Holocaust.

Recommendation for January 2009

Amazing Grace

Based on a true story, this historical drama tells the story of William Wilberforce, an 18th-century English politician who fought for the abolition of slavery.

Recommendation for December 2008

Yesterday

Beautiful movie that shows a human side to the AIDS epidemic in Africa.

Recommendation for November 2008

The Boys of Baraka

Documentary of four inner-city American boys who are sent to an experimental boarding school in rural Kenya.

Recommendation for October 2008

Coach Carter

This movie (based on a true story) tells the inspirational tale of a high school basketball coach who locked the boys out of the gym until they focused on their schoolwork.

Recommendation for September 2008

Gandhi

Chronicles the life of Mohandas K. Gandhi.

Recommendation for August 2008

Pay It Forward

A fun movie about a young boy who attempts to make the world a better place.

Recommendation for July 2008

Hotel Rwanda

This movie (based on a true story) tells the story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager who saved the lives of over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in Rwanda.

Recommendation for June 2008

Remember the Titans

A moving story of a high school football coach who tries to improve race relations at a high school.

Recommendation for May 2008

Darwin's Nightmare

Documentary about the introduction of a predator fish into Tanzania's Lake Victoria and the ripple effects this causes throughout the environment and various communities.

Recommendation for April 2008

Awakenings

Based on the real life story of Dr. Oliver Sacks, "Awakenings" tells the story of a doctor who refuses to give up on his comatose patients.

Recommendation for March 2008

Born into Brothels

Explores the lives of a group of children living in Calcutta's red light district.

Recommendation for February 2008

Amelie

The charming tale of a waitress who dedicates herself to helping others find happiness.

Recommendation for January 2008

POV: Lost Boys of Sudan

Gripping documentary about young refugees from the Sudanese conflict.