Summer! A time for relaxing, hanging out with friends, but most importantly, finally getting the chance to binge-watch as much Netflix as you can! I’ve managed to compile a list of movies with very different genres so that there will be variety. Some of them are new, some of them are old, nevertheless, they’re great films. I have loved watching these movies and I hope you will too.
About Time
This is a little old (2013) so you might have already seen it, however, for the ones who haven’t, watch About Time tonight! It’s such a sweet and feel-good movie. It’s romantic, a little funny, dramatic and overall, a type of movie that makes you say “aww”. The story is narrated by Tim, a man who has the power to time-travel and uses it for love (to get the girl of his dreams). As his life goes on, he begins to start learning the importance of time; enjoying the now. It warms your heart and makes you realize that Mary and Tim are pretty much couple goals.
Race
This movie is kind of new (2016) and I’m sure very few people have seen it, but that’s what I’m here for! To provide awareness for underrated movies and I assure you, you don’t want to miss out on this one! Following the true-life story of Jesse Owens, an African-American athlete in 1930’s Ohio, it shows his journey from running on his own in back alleys to running for the U.S. in the 1936 Olympics. He raced against, not only opposing teams, but also the immense racism that was present in the States during that time. Race is not just a sports drama, but it’s also a historical drama, talking about the prejudice in America and also the prejudice in Germany under Hitler’s rule. To me, it was a powerful movie that made me cry a lot. It’s inspiring and intense and amazing, you’re crazy if you don’t want to watch this!
Pride & Prejudice & Zombies
Okay, I know it sounds stupid, but personally, I found this movie extremely interesting. As the title suggests, it’s pretty much Pride and Prejudice, but during a zombie apocalypse. It seems like a trashy movie, but it’s actually quite good. It’s dark, creepy, action-packed, romantic, a bit funny and suspenseful. Could you even ask for more? It’s a fun twist to a classic and makes sure you don’t yawn once. Plus, the fight scenes are pretty cool and Matt Smith is hilarious.
Coach Carter
Another sports movie, this time about basketball. It’s a based-on-true-events movie about a coach who turns around a basketball team. It’s funny and heartbreaking, a must watch! You find yourself getting emotionally attached to every single character. And every single basketball game they play seem to get me more stressed out than watching the NBA playoffs! There’s something about this movie I tell you, it’s amazing.
I know all my movie suggestions pretty much only favour people who have Netflix, but don’t worry if you don’t. These titles can be easily found in the public library in DVD.