Here are some emotional movies without happy endings, suitable for teens:
Dramas
- "The Color Purple" (1985) - Powerful story of struggle, abuse, and resilience.
- "The Book Thief" (2013) - Historical drama about hope and loss during WWII.
- "Grave of the Fireflies" (1988) - Animated drama about two orphaned siblings during WWII.
- "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" (2008) - Heart-wrenching Holocaust drama.
- "Me Before You" (2016) - Poignant love story about life, loss, and sacrifice.
Tragic Love Stories
- "Romeo and Juliet" (1996) - Classic tale of star-crossed lovers.
- "The Fault in Our Stars" (2014) - Heart-wrenching love story about two teens with cancer.
- "A Walk to Remember" (2002) - Emotional love story about life, loss, and faith.
True Stories
- "Hotel Rwanda" (2004) - Powerful true story of survival during genocide.
- "The Pianist" (2002) - Biographical drama about a musician's survival during WWII.
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