There are two kinds of people in this world: those who will happily sit down and re-watch a film over and over and over again, and those who won’t.

Personally, I love nothing more than revisiting an old favourite. And, just as I seek comfort from my oldest and dearest friends, I tend to do this when I’m feeling hurt, or bewildered, or anxious, or downright furious.

Indeed, I have a sneaking suspicion there’s a film to cure any and all moods. If you’ve had a bad day at work, for example, you need a dose of Legally Blonde – and stat. If your heart’s been broken, try The First Wives Club. If you’ve accidentally sent a text to the wrong person (horror of all horrors), Mean Girls is the only way forward. Made a catastrophic mistake at work? Jurassic Park will remind you, in no uncertain terms, that there are worse things you could have done. That bridesmaids’ group chat gotten out of hand? Yeah, you should watch Bridesmaids (duh). Had a fight with your mum? Think Brave, or Stepmom, or Freaky Friday. Stressed about your driving test? Clueless. Been fired? Office Space, obviously (or, less obviously, Ghostbusters). Failed all of your new year’s resolutions? Bridget Jones’ Diary. Got the sniffles and feeling more than a little sorry for yourself? Ferris Bueller’s Day Off…

The list goes on, forever and ever.

When I’m generally worried about the state of the world, though (and how it affects womankind), I tend to turn to the #girlpower films in my DVD library.

Yes, I’m talking about Practical Magic. Obviously.

Why Practical Magic is the ultimate feminist film