16. Good Will Hunting

Starring Matt Damon, Robin Williams, and Ben Affleck, Good Will Hunting follows Will Hunting, a janitor at MIT with extraordinary mathematical talents, but a troubled past. After assaulting a police officer, Will avoids jail time by studying math and working with therapist Sean Maguire (Williams). Directed by Gus Van Sant in 1997, the film is insightful because it explores how facing past trauma can unlock your true potential, showing that even a genius needs help navigating life. It’s a powerful story of self-discovery and friendship.
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