Netflix Recommendations

[curlyfries81]

Can anyone recommend any good Netflix movies? We are currently enjoying having a movie night once a week with Pizza. I don't like anything too gory or anything "screamfest".

Comedy or thriller works for me.

Thanks.

[DDIL]

Not a film but the series Monsters is amazing and very thought provoking.

Its a true crime drama probing the lives of the Menendez brothers.

[chelle7272]

I find the online lists quie useful. Here is Rotten Tom 24 list of 100 best movies on Netflix in Sept 2024.

https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-netflix-movies-to-watch-right-now/

As ell as some of the more well known titles I'd recommend Midnight Run for comedy and Emily the Criminal for a thriller.

[curlyfries81]

Thanks both.

I was reading about those brothers the other day, so I will definitely give that a go when I can. 

Thanks again, both.

Curly.

[naomi24]

House of Gucci with Lady Gaga.  Neither comedy or thriller, but an excellent film.  She is a fine actress.

[Khandro]

naomi, don't forget there are some great full-length classic movies on youtube, this for example, one of the best films ever made;

[Khandro]

Oh ! you may have to click on 'watch on youtube' 

[naomi24]

That video is not available in this country, Khandro.  What film is it?

[Khandro]

It's The Seventh Seal;

Does this link work ?

[Khandro]

No sorry. If you're interested you might try googling it from there in the UK. You probably know it anyway but I've watched it many times.

[naomi24]

I'm pretty sure I've seen that, khandro, but a long time ago.

[Khandro]

chelle, Skipping through that list (thanks) 2 good ones I've seen are Captain Phillips and The Irishman (very long)

[apsteq]

Here are some Netflix recommendations across various genres:

Drama:

The Queen's Gambit – A story about a chess prodigy navigating personal challenges and competitive chess.

The Crown – Follows the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and explores significant historical events.

Breaking Bad – A high school chemistry teacher turns to making methamphetamine after being diagnosed with cancer.

Thriller/Mystery:

Mindhunter – Follows FBI agents as they interview imprisoned serial killers to understand their psychology.

Black Mirror – An anthology series that examines the dark side of technology and its potential consequences.

Ozark – A financial planner turned money launderer moves his family to the Ozarks to appease a drug cartel.

Comedy:

BoJack Horseman – A satirical animated show about a washed-up actor trying to find meaning in life.

Derry Girls – A hilarious take on life for a group of teens during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

The Good Place – A woman mistakenly ends up in a heaven-like afterlife and tries to blend in.

Sci-Fi/Fantasy:

Stranger Things – A group of kids uncover supernatural secrets in their small town.

The Witcher – A fantasy series following Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, navigating a world of political intrigue and magic.

Altered Carbon – Set in a future where consciousness can be transferred between bodies, this series explores the implications of immortality.

Documentary:

The Last Dance – Chronicles Michael Jordan's final season with the Chicago Bulls and his basketball legacy.

Making a Murderer – A true-crime series about a man wrongfully convicted of a crime and the investigation into his innocence.

Our Planet – A visually stunning documentary series that explores the natural world and highlights the importance of conservation.

Action:

Money Heist (La Casa de Papel) – A gripping heist story about a group of robbers targeting the Royal Mint of Spain.

Narcos – Follows the rise of drug cartels in Colombia and the efforts to bring them down.

The Umbrella Academy – A dysfunctional family of superheroes must come together to prevent the apocalypse.

Do you prefer a specific genre, or are you open to a mix of recommendations?

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[chelle7272]

Thanks Khandro, I have seen the Irish man, very good. I'll put Captain Phillips on the list. 

[curlyfries81]

Captain Phillips is absolutely brilliant 👏 

We watched Rebel Ridge last night - I can recommend.

[Khandro]

From chelle's list we watched The Power of the Dog.

Wow! I didn't know the ref;

Psalms 22:19-22 New King James Version (NKJV)But You, O LORD, do not be far from Me; O My Strength, hasten to help Me! Deliver Me from the sword, My precious life from the power of the dog. Save Me from the lion's mouth And from the horns of the wild oxen!

Benedict Cumberbatch acts his heart out with, to my ear, a pretty convincing American accent.

Definitely worth watching imo.