Eight films to relax to over break

By: Colin Bauer

Staff Writer

Looking for that perfect film to destress to after finals week? You’ve come to right place for all of your film essentials! Reward yourself for all your hard work this past semester. These films are all available on Netflix, as well as Blu-Ray and DVD.

For the Action Fan:

2008’s “The Hurt Locker,” directed by Kathryn Bigelow, won the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay at the 82nd annual ceremony. The film follows Iraq soldiers who lose their Staff Sergeant, his replacement an extensive risk-taker. Now caught in the middle of the war, the entire unit runs the risk of not surviving. Featuring Jeremy Renner and Anthony Mackie, although this film is billed as a war drama, there is plenty of action to keep audiences entertained.

For the Comedy fan:

1975’s “Monty Python & the Holy Grail,” directed by Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones, is a satirical approach to the midlife crisis with a modern-day investigation of murder. A film for history and non-history fans alike, it mocks both the Middle Ages and modern day 1975, and continues to resonate with audiences today. This film is filled with laughs by the minute as the characters explore the comedic qualities of history.

For the Thriller fan:

2016’s “Hush,” directed by Mike Flanagan, follows a house in the middle of the woods where a deaf writer lives a life of solitude. One night she fights for her life as a masked killer begins to terrorize her. The film builds suspense as events unfold and the characters continue on until the bitter end. This film is best watched alone for an even more uncomfortable experience.

For the Musical fan:

2014’s “Jersey Boys” from Clint Eastwood is an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. This film examines the musical group, “The Four Seasons” and their rocky personal lives over the course of 40 years. The film provides a good examination of the musical group and features performances from John Lloyd Young and Erich Bergen. For the music lover or Jersey Boys fan, this is a film for them as they will learn a great deal about the musicians.

For the Horror fan:

1996’s “Scream,” from visionary director Wes Craven, is an original take on the cult slasher flick, with a parodic element. Viewers will be both laughing and terrified in Craven’s masterpiece. Featuring performances from Neve Campbell and David Arquette, this film is an easy popcorn flick to enjoy. Now your final exams aren’t the only scary thing!

For the Drama and Historical fan:

“Free State of Jones” made a statement in 2016 attempting to illustrate the true tale of a rebellious Confederate farmer. He is leading a group of deserters looking to begin a free race state in the Deep South. This film features Matthew McConaughey and Mahershala Ali. The film send viewers into the unforgettable drama of this important historical event.

For the Superhero fan:

One of the biggest films of 2018 is “Avengers: Infinity War.” Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, it depicts the Avengers trying to stop the alien sociopath Thanos from collecting the Infinity Stones which he needs to wipe out half the population. The film features performances from Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans and a great many others. A plot 10 years in the making, viewers are given a film that perfectly balances a full palette of characters.

For the Sci-Fi/Fantasy fan:

2017 ended with a blockbuster that forever changed one of the biggest sagas ever to be released. Rian Johnson’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” follows Jedi Master Luke Skywalker training young Rey while villain Kylo Ren continues building his First Order to take control of the Galaxy. The film features performances from Mark Hamill and Daisy Ridley as it propels the Star Wars saga in a different, unique direction.

So now you have all this time on your hands, stay inside and relax to this fantastic list of films. After all fellow Vikings, you earned it with all your hard work this past semester!