A New Leaf

Best films about fresh starts

As the northern hemisphere springs forward, it’s about time to look towards things to come. If you’re feeling like the worst person in the world—you poor thing!—take a walk on the wild side and begin again in Nomadland. You could take a page from Mrs. Harris and go to Paris, or you could eat, pray, love under the Tuscan eternal sunshine at the best exotic Marigold Hotel… or you could buy a zoo. Either way, whip out those silver linings playbooks and princess diaries, then come up with your ten favorite picture shows about turning over a new leaf. For the beginners, here are some lists for inspiration, courtesy of Antoched, Andrew and Flip Screen.