By allowing us to confront death in a fictional context, films help us to deal with unconscious concerns about mortality and life’s transience in a symbolic and safe manner. These scenes can be life-affirming by highlighting the value of our existence, encouraging reflection on meaning, and reinforcing the idea that death is part of the natural life cycle. In doing so, cinema can foster a deeper appreciation for life, making death not merely a source of anxiety, but also a catalyst for personal growth, emotional release, and existential contemplation.