At the end of the week, those with television sets might feel more like staying in than going out. And the appeal of a Sunday Funday sitting at home, enjoying a classic film, is that there's not much effort involved. Ordering up some favorite delivery, picking the perfect movie option for the entire family, and then unwinding is something that is deserved, whether it's after a hectic weekend or still trying to step away from a hectic week. So for those with satellite tv who aren't quite sure what they want to watch, here are five excellent picks that will appeal to all types.
1. Harry Potter. Any one of these is an excellent choice, especially considering the fact that it is good to catch up on what has already happened before experiencing the final installment in theaters. Watching the actors grow up and the plotlines get a bit darker and pertinent to current political times is only part of the fun, as the special effects and the desire to create another world worth visiting more than happens. Best viewed on an HDTV screen at home.
2. Amelie. Sometimes, a great romantic film is all that it takes to feel a whole lot better. And when it comes to true romance that manages to deftly sidestep failures and quirks, this French film has it going on. It's held up stunningly, has plenty of cute moments without feeling overly saccharine, and will literally warm even the coldest of hearts.
3. Raging Bull. Picking a Scorcese film is always a good idea, and with so many on satellite tv to choose from, going to the usual suspects might initially be appealing. But the fact is that checking out Robert DeNiro in this incredible performance is a must-see, and with incredible editing by Thelma Schoonmaker, Scorcese's long-time collaborator, cinema has never looked more impressive.
4. Midnight in Paris. A Woody Allen film on nostalgia manages to hit it bigger than his old works, and really warm one's heart while showing the beauty of living abroad, the narrow-mindedness of particular types of snobs, and just how much Allen needs to continue working in this style. Owen Wilson plays him better than he ever played himself, too. It's a romantic story, an homage to the past, and a reminder that sometimes, the good old days were just as bad. It's definitely something that Francophiles and Allen fans need to revisit on satellite tv, regardless of the hour of the day.
5. The Graduate. For those who haven't seen this film recently, it's something well worth watching a second time. The actual plotline of Mrs. Robinson is so much more than a seductive femme fatale, which is something lost in the countless different send-ups and parodies of this that exist. And a young Dustin Hoffman gives an incredible performance as an awkward young man fresh out of college, with all the resource in the world, and absolutely no incentive. It's easy to find on satellite tv, and something pertinent for all eras.
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