The 25 Most Depressing Movies Ever Made
February is the best time for SAD and is almost universally recognized as the darkest month of the year. So what better place to watch a bunch of the most depressing movies ever made? Just like blues music can be a balm for a troubled soul, immersing yourself in a deeply sad movie can be just what you need. feeling of catharsis. After all, everyone loves to have a good time from time to time. And in an age of carefully calculated blockbusters, it’s strangely refreshing to watch a movie that isn’t afraid to upset you.
To join the ranks of the most depressing films of all time, a simple unhappy ending isn’t enough; these films contribute to a pervasive sense of existential gloom, whether they call attention to the plight of people facing life’s unimaginable circumstances, or simply invite us to explore a breadth of emotion that The Avengers can’t channel. (Did I miss your own “favorite” cinematic bummer? Let me know in the comments.)