We realize that being quarantined comes with dreadful and mundane days that seem way longer than usual but fortunately, we have Netflix for our rescue. We carefully picked out these not-to-be-missed movies to survive these troubling few days that will leave you thinking. The genres range from Thrillers to Romantic to bring versatility to your Netflix and Chilling!
1. Shutter Island – Thriller/Mystery
Martin Scorsese’s second highest-grossing film beautifully plays out the troubled past of Teddy Daniels which is played by Leonardo DiCaprio who along with his partner Chuck Aule is on a mission to resolve the curious case of a missing patient from the Ashecliffe Hospital. The twists and turns in the movie will have you on the edge of your seat throughout.
2. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind – Romance
The story of Joel Barish and Clementine will show that you can ignore your mind but not your heart. The film uses a psychological thriller to reveal the relationship between Joel Barish played out by Jim Carrey and the insanely weird Clementine with hints of Sci-fi making the movie even better.
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3. The Shawshank Redemption – Drama/Crime
This classic is the story of Andy, an intelligent banker convicted of murdering his wife and his journey in the Shawshank Prison compound. His interaction with ‘Red’ played out by Morgan Freeman and the transformation he brings to the prison makes the movie super captivating. His struggle for freedom is another central idea in the film.
4. Bridge of Spies – Historical Drama
Prayers go to Tom Hanks and his wife for being tested positive for COVID-19. Tom Hanks’ performance in the film literally about the Cold War bridge where US/Soviet spies were exchanged is applaudable. It is considered one of the finest works of Steven Spielberg with the movie featuring intense speeches and a strong sense of patriotism
5. The Interview – Comedy/Action
Seth Rogen and James Franco yet again prove they are the funniest duo out there. The weird plot revolves around a late-night show host who is called to North Korea to interview Kim Jong Un. The movie is almost too chaotic and will leave you laughing at all the silly innuendos.
6. Girl Interrupted – Murder/Thriller
The movie gives a look into the world of mental disorders and self-doubt and existential dread. The movie provides various takes on Susanna Kaysen played by Winona Ryder which are interesting to note. The movie also features Angelina Jolie as Lisa in the film. It is the depiction.
These movies will surely fill the huge void created by the lockdown and give you something to think about. Stay tuned to Kninevox for more interesting updates. Happy binge-watching!