This article was first published on DollarsAndSense.sg.
Founded almost a century ago, Disney has brought much entertainment and joy to the world. Apart from being an integral part of our childhood, Disney also offers a huge range of content for adults, including the Avengers series that we “love more than 3,000”. With the recent launch of Disney+, there are close to 1,500 titles for us to peruse over and reawaken the inner child in us. Aside from reliving our childhood, there is also great content available for those of us trying to grow up.
Here are 7 enriching titles that can show us what adulting means and what it takes to live our dreams.
Read Also: Why Most People’s Idea Of “Earning Passive Income” is Actually To Start A Side Hustle
#1 Ford Versus Ferrari
Starring both Matt Damon and Christian Bale, the show was chosen as one of the best 10 films for 2019 by the National Board of Review.
Set in 1966, the movie follows the rivalry of two juggernaut motor companies – Ford and Ferrari. Backed with a stellar cast, the follows two ex-racers that were engaged by Ford to beat Ferrari. The show skillfully depicts the intense journey for passion, speed, and glory at the Le Mans endurance race.
Read Also: Entrepreneurship And Management Lessons We Can Learn From Netflix’s Tiger King
#2 MARS: Inside SpaceX
Founder of Tesla, the most highly valued automaker company in the world right now, Elon Musk also owns several other subsidiaries that are private entities. One of those entities is SpaceX.
SpaceX is as much of a contrarian and visionary leader in the rocket industry as much as Tesla is in the automaker industry. With a vision to bring humanity to Mars, follow the awe-inspiring journey of how the company beats odds against odds to make such a feat possible.
#3 One Day at Disney
Ever wondered what goes behind the scenes for all the magic that happens at Disney?
This documentary will take us through the passionate people breathing life into our favourite imaginations. The show uncovers how Disney manages its day-to-day operations from the headquarters, production house, newscasting and even the world-acclaimed Disney parks. Giving us a glimpse into the workings of how a company worth US$340 billion operates.
#4 The Pixar Story
Another documentary on Disney, The Pixar Story talks about the history of Pixar animation studio which was (surprisingly) co-founded by Steve Jobs. The documentary covers the journey of how Pixar produces our beloved movies such as Toy Story, Finding Nemo, A Bug’s Life and more.
Follow the team as they pushed boundaries and breakthrough animation technology to push out the animated movies that we all adore.
#5 Joy
Joy is a movie that follows the story of Joy Mangano, an entrepreneur and innovator that showed even the most mundane household item can be the start of a business empire.
The movie is inspiring as it follows the story of how a homemaker defied all odds and created an empire of her own. The movie is packed with strong acting with Jennifer Lawrence winning the Golden Globe Award as Best Actress for the show. Joy is a show not to be missed as it takes us on an emotional rollercoaster ride while following the trials and tribulations of building a business.
Read Also: 8 Modern-Day Movies Entrepreneurs Should Watch
#6 That Thing You Do!
Tom Hank’s first directorial debut, That Thing You Do! covers the story of a one-hit-wonder pop band and provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the music artist management industry.
It also shows the other side of fame, what could happen when it all comes to an end.
#7 Working Girl
The movie focuses on the story of Tess McGill, the original hustler that shows us how to make our workplace recognise our worth. As a bright and young lady, she was willing to make her own ideas happen regardless of the odds. Starring Harrison Ford and Melanie Griffith, the show is light heart romantic comedy that shows wit and capabilities are what it takes to succeed in life if we have the courage to try.
Read Also: 5 Finance Courses On Udemy That Can Make You A Better Entrepreneur (Or Employee)
Subscribe To The DollarsAndSense Business Pass
Enjoy what you are reading and want more? Join The DollarsAndSense Business Pass and unlock access to valuable tools, exclusive networking opportunities, and tap into the wisdom of industry experts to fuel your business expansion!
