12. Harvey (1950)- Henry Koster

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James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd makes me believe that there is, in fact, a six foot, three inch tall mischievous white rabbit that goes to bars, has a martini (or two), and is around for those who need him. Stewart is charming, lovable, and genuine in this role, which is said to be the most significant of his long, successful career. The screenplay is very clever and had me looking in each and every shadow to see if I could catch a glimpse of rabbit ears. I never once questioned Dowd's (Stewart) sanity, but rather, the humanity of those who wanted to suppress his friendship with Harvey. I think it is appalling to think that the workers in those hospitals would treat patients the way that they did in this movie. Why would you drug someone who is pleasant, harmless, and an asset to the community? It is stripping them of themselves, of their personalities, of life. "Harvey" has been one of my favorite movies for a long time, and definitely will continue to be. It really shows that having an imagination doesn't make you crazy, but not having one does.