The Princess Bride (1987)

This film is a glorious mash-up of fairytale, adventure, and sharp, cheeky humour. The characters drop lines that live rent-free in your head. And there are moments where the body goes, “Nope, I’m done.” Then, well, let’s just say the comebacks are ridiculously fantastic, with a little wink at that whole “power down, power back up” thing.

Why watch it: because it reminds you that falling over isn’t always the end of the story. Sometimes it’s just a quick timeout before you’re back with more gusto, clearer eyes, and better flow.

Put it on whenever you fancy it. And if today your body’s moving in slow-mo, watch it like the film does, no drama, just a pause and a “okay, I’ll curl up for a bit, then I’m back.”