Movies are timeless. Regardless of when they came out, what audience they were intended for, what genre they fall under, they are here for you to watch whenever you feel the sudden need to. "A Bronx Tale" especially resonates with this aspect of timelessness. I have watched it many times, and each time I watch it, I see it through a different scope — allowing my love for it to grow. Here are three lessons I've taken away from the film.
1. "The saddest thing in life is wasted talent."
Occasionally, the actions you love start to seem pointless. It is the art of repetition that hinders your foresight. It is the thought of something novel that overpowers the redundancy of your life. At the face of obscurity though, don't forget how much you love something just because it is no longer new to you. Continue to pursue what you're passionate about.
2. "I learned to give love and get love unconditionally."
As we prioritize motives each day of our lives, we take advantage of everything that lets us do so in the first place. We forget that when approached with trouble, we are thankful for those who are truly there for us- past the superficialities of our daily lives. Remind those who are important to you that you love them, and that you appreciate them- not just in the face of sorrow, but timelessly.
3. "Then you walk around the back of the car and look through the rear window. If she doesn't reach over and lift up that button so that you can get in: dump her."
The most important aspect of any type of relationship between two individuals is balance. There shouldn't be one person putting in significantly more effort than the other. There shouldn't be one person caring significantly more than the other. Treat everyone the way you would want to be treated.
Each time you watch a movie, you see it through the lenses of your emotions. Thus, watching a movie for a second time can be an experience immensely different from that of the first, and that is my favorite part about it. This week, find the time in your hectic schedule to unwind and watch a movie for the second time. See how your emotions could either hinder or enhance your experience.
