The Nan Yang Siang Pau carries an education supplement every Tuesday. The following is an interesting article from the supplement on 15 February 2011. It is NOT a literal translation as I have modified it and added in my own comments:
Good Movies for our Unemployed or Disillusioned University Graduates, or Newbies to the world of work
Young people who are seeking employment, feel depressed or lost in their new jobs, should watch these inspirational movies:
The Pursuit of Happiness
You will get your recognition ONE day
The protagonist --Will Smith – ventured into unchartered waters under the most adverse of circumstances, and his tenacity eventually earned him recognition from the top dogs. Believe in yourself, if he can, you can too!
Billy Elliot
Persist, and your dreams will come true
Do you have problems like not getting a job that you like, or a job that has nothing to do with your filed of study in the university, or a job of zero interest to you? Do you compromise? Go watch this movie for inspiration.........
The Shawshank Redemption
Do NOT just give up!
This movie is for everyone who fights for his/her future. The story tells us NEVER to give up!
Forrest Gump
Ability is NOT the sole ingredient for Success
Perhaps you feel inferior when you encounter so many people who are in many ways, more capable than you are. Oh, you feel so small and insignificant! But, please remember, you are surely better than Forest Gump with an IQ of 75?
Success is not solely dependent on ability. That’s why Forest Gump is the American legend. If you know how to capitalize on opportunities, you can be your own success story like Forest Gump!
A Beautiful Mind
Do not despair!
Maybe you are talented in your profession or career, much like the protagonist in this movie who is a Maths wizard. But, like him, you too encounter insurmountable difficulties, both from within yourself or without. Get inspiration from this movie, do not despair!
The Devil Wears Prada
You can let go…
As a new guy or gal, you may encounter devil-like bosses. What to do? Learn a lesson or two from the young naïve Andy Sachs in this movie.
Facing the Giants
Use religious faith to fight fear
When your career faces harsh challenges, when you are in the ebb, just like the football coach being fired by the parents in this movie, try to change your mind set. Evaluate your career from another perspective, and you will see new light!
Les Choristes
Enjoy your work!
Forget about fame, wealth, power and other worldly things, simply enjoy the happiness associated with your work. Just like the teacher in this movie, he is not rich, he is not famous, but his nobility of spirit surpasses all worldly possessions!
Amelia
Take initiative to show your concern for others
As a newcomer in the office, in a new environment, you may feel slighted or even ostracized. To improve relationships with your co-workers, maybe you can try to emulate Emily: Show your concern for people around you, put in your efforts, even if it’s just to get a smile or a “thank you” in return. Building up rapport this way will multiply your success by many folds!
My final comments: Er? Why all Western movies? None of the thousands of Chinese movies fits this bill?
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