5 Inspirational Speeches from Movies

Instead of the normal current events recap, I am going to publish a list of 5 inspirational speeches from films.  I can assure you that this list is in no way comprehensive of all the great speeches in film and it is solely based on my opinion.  Enjoy!

1. General Patton

George Scott's speech at the beginning of "Patton" is six minutes of pure patriotism.  In the background, we see an over-sized American flag.  Scott won an Oscar for his portrayal as General Patton, and to this day, I cannot see Scott in a movie without thinking about this speech.

2. Bluto Blutarski

In one of John Belushi's finest comedic moments, he delivers this inspirational speech to his house brothers in Animal House.  While his content is completely off the mark (he claims the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor), if you have seen Animal House, you'd understand the hilarious nature that Bluto Blutarski brings to the table.

3. Coach Norman Dale

Every basketball fan has seen Hoosiers at least once.  Coach Norman Dale keeps it short and sweet while preparing his small town Indiana high school basketball team to play in the state championship.  "If you put your effort and concentration into playing to your potential...I don't care what the scoreboard says at the end of the game.  In my book, we are going to be winners."

4. Coach Herman Boone

Remember the Titans is a sports movie that also addresses racism, segregation, and overcoming adversity.  Coach Boone's speech at Gettysburg turned out to be the moment when the Titans united as a team.  "If we don't come together right now on this hollow ground, then we too will be destroyed."

5. William Wallace

Braveheart is a medieval example of men standing up in the face of tyranny oppression.  William delivered this speech right before the Scottish army plunged into battle.  Before the battle starts, there are still a few naysayers whom Wallace deals with swiftly.  I haven't seen Braveheart in years, but it's definitely a quality film.