I am very aware there's a lot more outside of Hollywood, and four of the films on this list aren't from Hollywood. Pather Panchali is amazing, I quite agree. Obviously what makes one cry is a very personal thing, and as I said, this list isn't exhaustive! A lot of people cry at Fellini's La Strada, but even though it is probably my favourite Fellini film, I didn't include it as I've not actually cried whilst watching it, despite finding it deeply emotionally involving. Thanks for the recommendation re: Thanmathra. I've not seen that one. :)