Did George Bailey really have a wonderful life?

Did George Bailey really have a wonderful life? Or was he the only one in Bedford Falls who didn’t?
In this video essay, we take a fresh look at Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life and challenge the way we’ve all been told to see it. While George Bailey is celebrated as a selfless hero who saves his town, a closer examination reveals a more bittersweet truth. From giving up his dreams of world travel to sacrificing his honeymoon savings, George’s journey is filled with moments where he puts others first - often at the expense of his own happiness.
Through thoughtful analysis, key scenes, and reflective narration, this video explores the idea that George Bailey didn’t live a wonderful life for himself - he lived one for everyone else. And maybe that’s the point.
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