Bagdad Cafe (1987)

A German woman named Jasmin stumbles upon a dilapidated motel/diner in the middle of nowhere. Her unusual appearance and demeanor are at first suspicious to Brenda, the exasperated owner who has difficulty making ends meet. But when an unlikely magic sparks between the two women, this lonely desert outpost is transformed into a thriving and popular oasis.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

What to watch after Bagdad Cafe

• The Thief of Bagdad (1940) — Same feel: whimsical, feel-good
• The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994)
• The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011)
• Interstate 60 (2002) — Same subject: motel, highway
• Desert Hearts (1985) — Same subject: desert
• The Thief of Bagdad (1924) — Same feel: whimsical, feel-good