Commentary
When was the last time a movie inspired you with a good moral message? If you primarily watch movies released in the last few decades, it has probably been many years. However, if you watch classic films, you know that they are a delightful source of uplifting entertainment with inspiring principles.
Today’s moment of movie wisdom comes from “Life Begins for Andy Hardy” from 1941. The Andy Hardy film series included 16 different feature films made by MGM, 13 of which were released between 1937 and 1942. All these movies starred Mickey Rooney as the title character and focused on his adventures with his friends and family. Each film is full of inspiring messages and wise advice from Andy’s sage father, Judge James K. Hardy (Lewis Stone). However, the 11th film in the series includes some of the most memorable life lessons for Andy, including one poignant scene in a drug store when his father advises him about fidelity to his future wife….