10 Comfort Films I Could Watch Forever - #4 The Dreamers

 

Some films become famous because everyone loves them.

Others become famous because people can't agree on what to make of them.

The Dreamers definitely belongs in the second category.

I first watched it about a year ago after a friend recommended it to me. I went in knowing it had a reputation for being controversial, but that wasn't what stayed with me afterwards. What stayed with me was the atmosphere.

Since then, I've watched it around twenty times.

If I had to describe the film in one word, it would be cinephile.

At its heart, The Dreamers isn't just about three young people living together in Paris during the student protests of 1968. It's about people who love cinema so much that films become their language. They quote them, recreate scenes from them, and use them to understand the world around them. Watching it feels like reading a love letter to film itself.

That's one of the reasons I enjoy it so much.

Matthew is probably the character I relate to the most. Whenever I've found myself becoming part of a new group of people, I've often felt like him—observing, trying to understand the rules, never quite knowing where the boundaries are. He's the outsider looking in, fascinated by a world he doesn't fully understand but desperate to belong.

At the same time, Isabelle reminds me of my own mind. She's imaginative, emotional, impulsive and often driven by feeling more than logic. She's one of those characters who doesn't always make the right choices, but she always feels human.

One thing I appreciate about The Dreamers is that it doesn't tell the audience what to think.

People often focus on the nudity or the taboo elements, but I've never felt that those scenes exist purely to shock. They're essential to understanding these characters. Isabelle and Théo have grown up emotionally neglected, and in many ways they only have each other. The film doesn't ask us to approve of their relationship; it simply presents it as part of who they are and trusts us to form our own opinions.

I've never found the film uncomfortable in the way many people describe it. Instead, I find it honest.

I'm not afraid of films that show people at their most complicated. Human beings aren't always easy to understand, and I think cinema should be allowed to explore that without needing to provide simple answers.

The apartment is one of my favourite parts of the film.

To me, it feels like a rabbit hole the three of them disappear into. It's messy, chaotic and detached from reality, but it's also home. In many ways it feels more permanent than their parents ever do. While the outside world is changing politically, inside the apartment they've created a little universe of films, games and imagination where time almost seems to stand still.

One of my favourite visual moments is Isabelle in the white overalls. It's a simple scene, but it captures the dreamlike quality that runs through the entire film.

Could this story have been told somewhere other than Paris? Maybe. But I don't think it could have been told outside Europe without becoming a completely different film. Its pacing, its openness and its relationship with cinema all feel deeply European.

I don't think the three main characters truly love one another in the traditional sense.

I think they're all searching for love.

They're lonely, curious and trying to understand themselves through one another. That's what makes the film feel so compelling.

I also wouldn't recommend The Dreamers to everyone. It's a film for people who enjoy ambiguity, symbolism and slower storytelling. If you're looking for a straightforward plot, this probably isn't the film for you.

But if you love cinema—really love cinema—and enjoy films that leave room for interpretation, I think it's something special.

For me, The Dreamers isn't memorable because it's controversial.

It's memorable because it understands that films don't always have to give us answers.

Sometimes they simply invite us to watch, to think, and to see humanity in all its beautiful, complicated mess.

Self-Care Sunday

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This Sunday’s self-care is all about hydration with the Masque Me Up Moisturizing Sheet Mask. It’s a bio-cellulose mask made from naturally fermented coconut juice and is designed to hydrate, soothe and give the skin a little radiance boost.

My skin can definitely use some extra moisture, but I also just really enjoy the ritual of using a sheet mask. There’s something nice about putting one on and deciding that, for the next little while, I’m allowed to simply lie down and relax.

I’m trying to make these small moments a regular part of my Sundays. Nothing complicated, nothing I have to achieve — just a little bit of intentional time spent taking care of myself.

Today that means a very moisturised face and absolutely no reason to get up until the mask comes off. 

Happy Self-Care Sunday! 

10 Comfort Films I Could Watch Forever - #3 The Price of Milk

 

Sometimes the best films are the ones that leave you wondering, "What on earth did I just watch?"

That's exactly how I felt after watching The Price of Milk for the first time.

I only discovered it around two years ago, and if I'm being completely honest, I watched it for one very simple reason: Karl Urban. I had no idea what I was getting myself into, and I certainly didn't expect it to become one of my favourite comfort films.

Since then, I've watched it more than sixty times.

If I had to describe The Price of Milk in one word, it would simply be bonkers. It's whimsical, surreal, romantic, frustrating and unlike anything else I've ever seen. It's the kind of film that refuses to fit neatly into one genre, and I think that's exactly why I love it.

Beneath all of its surreal moments, though, I think the film is really about miscommunication.

So much of the story happens because people don't quite say what they're thinking. Feelings are left unsaid, assumptions grow, and imagination fills in the gaps until it becomes difficult to separate fear from reality. The film shows just how powerful our own minds can be, especially when we let our insecurities take over.

That's one of the reasons I relate so much to Lucinda.

She's insecure in her relationship, she overthinks, and she allows her imagination to run away with her. I understand that. I know what it's like when your own thoughts create distance that wasn't really there to begin with. Watching Lucinda isn't always comfortable, but it feels honest.

One of the most heartbreaking moments for me is when she looks at Drosophila through the window. It's such a quiet scene, but you can feel the emotional distance that's developed between them. There's no dramatic confrontation. Just two people who suddenly feel much further apart than they really are.

The film isn't all sadness, though.

The bathtub scene never fails to make me smile. It's wonderfully strange, perfectly fitting the film's dreamlike atmosphere, and reminds me not to take everything quite so seriously.

One of the things I admire most about The Price of Milk is that it never explains itself. It trusts the audience.

It leaves questions unanswered. It doesn't tell you exactly what the symbolism means or how you're supposed to interpret every moment. Instead, it invites you to think, to analyse, and to come to your own conclusions. I think that's why the film is so rewarding to revisit. Every viewing feels slightly different because I'm slightly different each time I watch it.

Because of that, I don't recommend it to everyone.

It's a very particular kind of film. If someone enjoys magical realism, symbolism, quirky romance, and stories that leave room for interpretation, then I think they'll probably love it. But if someone prefers films that explain every plot point and tie everything together neatly, this probably isn't the right choice.

If someone finished the film and looked at me saying, "What on earth did I just watch?" I'd probably smile and tell them that's exactly the right feeling to have.

I don't think The Price of Milk is a film that's meant to be completely understood.

I think it's meant to be experienced.

That's why I keep coming back to it. Not because I find all the answers, but because every time I watch it, I discover a new question.

Self-Care Sunday

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Today’s little bit of self-care is a Vitamin C glitter face sheet mask from Miqura Glow Care. It promises to be glow-boosting, moisturising and rejuvenating — but, admittedly, I mostly picked it because it’s gold and glittery. Sometimes that is reason enough. 

I’m trying to get better at making Sundays feel a little slower and actually taking time to look after myself. Self-care doesn’t always need to be productive or some huge wellness routine. Sometimes it can literally just be putting on a ridiculous sparkly face mask, getting comfortable and doing absolutely nothing for a while.

So that’s the plan for today: gold face, comfy clothes, something good to watch and zero expectations. 

Happy Self-Care Sunday 

5 Comfort Series I Could Watch Forever - #2 Beverly Hills 90210

There are some television series you enjoy.

Then there are the ones that quietly become part of your life.

For me, Beverly Hills, 90210 will always be one of those series.

I grew up watching the reruns on television every single day. It became part of my routine, and all these years later, not much has changed. I still watch the entire series twice a year, every year.

If I had to describe Beverly Hills, 90210 in one word, it would simply be drama.

Not because it's over-the-top, but because every character is constantly dealing with life. Relationships, family, addiction, eating disorders, money, friendships, betrayal, grief and growing up. It wasn't afraid to tackle difficult subjects, and I honestly think 90s television often handled taboo topics better than many modern series do.

The storylines weren't always perfect, but they were willing to ask difficult questions.

They trusted the audience.

One of the reasons I've always loved 90210 is that it never felt like every character had to be perfect. They made mistakes, hurt each other, apologised, fell out and grew up.

Steve Sanders is probably the best example of that.

When the series begins, he's immature, impulsive and often thinks about himself first. By the time the series ends, he's become one of the most loyal and dependable people in the group. His character development is one of my favourites in television.

My favourite characters, however, have always been Gina Kincaid and Valerie Malone.

They aren't the obvious choices, and maybe that's exactly why I love them.

Both arrive as outsiders. Neither finds it easy to fit into the group, and both spend much of the series being judged before they're truly understood. I think that's something I've always connected with.

Gina in particular has always had a special place in my heart. One of the most emotional moments in the series for me is when she opens up to David about her eating disorder. For all her confidence and sharp edges, that scene reminds us how vulnerable she really is.

Years ago I even sent Vanessa Marcil a message telling her how much I loved Gina as a character. To my surprise, she replied with a kiss emoji. It was only a tiny interaction, but as someone who's admired her performance for years, it genuinely made me smile.

One of my favourite friendships in the series is Steve and Brandon.

They're completely different people and they don't always agree. They argue, annoy each other and challenge each other, which is exactly why their friendship feels so believable. Real friendships aren't built on always agreeing. They're built on staying friends despite disagreements.

The Peach Pit deserves a mention too.

To me, it isn't just a diner.

It's home.

It's family.

It's comfort.

No matter what was happening in everyone's lives, sooner or later they always found their way back there. That's exactly how the series feels to me now.

Looking back as an adult, I think one of my favourite long-running themes is watching these privileged teenagers slowly realise that life isn't simply handed to them. They have to work, make mistakes, take responsibility and figure out who they want to become.

That's a lesson that never gets old.

If I had to choose one episode to rewatch over and over again, it would be Season 9, Episode 1. It has everything I love about the series. The drama, the humour and all of the complicated relationships that keep pulling me back.

I know Beverly Hills, 90210 isn't for everyone.

Some people will see it as dated.

Others will think it's just another teen drama.

But for me, it's so much more than that.

It's the series that grew up with me.

It comforted me through breakups, helped me feel less alone during my own struggles with eating disorders, and has been there through different stages of my life.

Every time I press play, it feels like visiting old friends.

And after all these years, that's exactly what Beverly Hills, 90210 has become.

Home.

10 Comfort Films I Could Watch Forever - #2 God Help the Girl

Some films entertain you for two hours and then quietly leave your mind. Others stay with you for years.

God Help the Girl is one of those films for me.

I first watched it when I was around twenty years old. Back then it was available on Netflix, during a time when it felt like the platform was full of wonderfully niche and slightly unconventional films. I actually pressed play because of the cast. I'd loved Hannah Murray and Olly Alexander in Skins, and I've always enjoyed Emily Browning's work, so it felt like an easy choice.

I had no idea it would become one of my all-time favourite films.

Since then, I've watched it one to three times every month, and I still listen to the soundtrack several times a week. It's become part of my routine in a way very few films ever have.

If I had to describe God Help the Girl in one word, it would probably be "Preposterous." If you've seen the film, you'll know exactly why.

On the surface, it's a musical about three young people trying to figure out life. Underneath, it's about mental health, identity, friendship, creativity, and discovering that healing isn't always dramatic. Sometimes it's found in conversations, in music, and in finding people who understand you.

Eve has always been the character I relate to the most. I recognise her struggles, but I also recognise how important music is to her. It isn't just something she enjoys; it's how she processes the world around her. That has always resonated with me.

One of my favourite moments in the entire film is when Eve's therapist explains the triangle of health. It's such a simple scene, but it has stayed with me for years. It quietly reminds us that looking after ourselves isn't just about one thing. Physical health, mental health, and our relationships all influence one another, and real recovery is rarely as straightforward as we'd like it to be.

I also appreciate that the film doesn't try to present mental illness as something neat and easily solved. Parts of it feel realistic, while other parts feel symbolic, almost dreamlike. That balance is one of the reasons it works so well for me. It allows difficult subjects to exist alongside warmth, humour and beautiful music without making light of them.

The soundtrack deserves just as much praise as the story itself. I still listen to it regularly, and Come Monday Night remains my favourite song. Even outside the film, the music has a life of its own. It's the kind of soundtrack that stays with you long after the credits have finished rolling.

James is another character I've come to appreciate more over the years. I think he's often misunderstood because he's so private. In many ways, he becomes whatever Eve and Cassie see in him, while his own personality remains just out of reach. That mystery makes him one of the film's most interesting characters.

The setting matters too. Glasgow isn't just a backdrop; it feels like another character. I honestly can't imagine this story taking place anywhere else.

Interestingly, I don't recommend God Help the Girl to everyone. It's a gentle, slow-paced film that isn't trying to please a wide audience. I usually only suggest it to people who I think will appreciate its quieter storytelling and its willingness to explore difficult subjects without shouting about them.

When people ask why I keep returning to this film after all these years, I don't think it's because it's a musical, or because of the cast, or even because of the soundtrack.

It's because of how it makes me feel.

Accepted.

For me, God Help the Girl is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out. You can be struggling, creative, uncertain, hopeful and still deserving of kindness. Few films have ever made me feel that as gently as this one has.

That's why, all these years later, I still find myself pressing play.

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