The entertainment industry, these days is booming rapidly to please the consumers. Movies are a part of the industry involving a lot of hard work, dedication, labour. Theatres are the traditional place to release films to the audience. Platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, are media service providers where with paid subscription motion pictures can be watched. Especially in this pandemic, the number of people using Netflix has increased sharply. Here let us take a look at the top 20 best movies on Netflix.
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Gerald's Game (2017)
Directed by Mike Flanagan, based on Stephan King's novel of the same name, the movie is a psychological horror-thriller film where a couple moves to a home out of nowhere to mend their dying relationship intimately. The husband handcuffs his wife, dies out of heart attack, his wife is left to survive her demons and escapes the place successfully. Anyone who is a fan of horror movies must watch this movie as it gives you goosebumps. This movie stands out for the courage, determination the female lead Carla Gugino shows.
Marriage Story (2019)
Marriage Story is a romantic drama motion picture where a couple with a kid go through a rough patch in their relationship and decide to divorce. The scenes are depicted realistically. The lawyers in each side push them to extremes, ultimately they end terms on good terms. Counselling, divorce, emotions, legal process, this movie is packed with so much to decipher. Written and directed by Noah Baumbach, this movie starred Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver in the lead roles. Overall, it is a must-watch movie for people in relationships.
Her (2013)
Science fiction Rom-Com movie starring Joaquin Phoenix as a person who fails in dealing with human emotions. His relationships are falling apart, professionally, he is a writer who writes letters for others. He decides to purchase AI to help him but falls in love with its voice. Directed by Spike Jonze, this movie depicts love in a very unorthodox manner where even machines are capable of being a better companion than other humans. The film ends with the note, no matter what, machines cannot replace human relationships, and therefore, it has become a must-watch on Netflix.
To All the Boys I've loved before (2018)
Adapted from Jenny Han's novel 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before', the movie is a rom-com teen drama starring Lana Condor and Noah Centineo in the lead roles. A young girl writes intensely romantic love letters to the boys she fancies and never posts it. Her naughty sister sends it to the recipients and, the love journey begins. This movie is in 10 top films on Netflix because it is cute, and everyone deserves love and attention. In the end, the effort, care and being there for each other is all that matters.
Klaus (2019)
Sergio Pablos, the director and the scriptwriter, has penned one of a beautiful holiday classic movie. It is an animated movie where destiny allows a toymaker and a postman meet. With a union, they deliver the next Christmas with full gifts. A heartwarming film to be watched in December to induce the holiday spirit within children. This movie is more of love, friendship, care and togetherness. Klaus is one of the films to watch on Netflix to celebrate the month of Christmas.
Cam (2018)
One of the most underrated movie with mixed criticism is Cam directed by Daniel Goldhaber. This film's female lead is an online sex worker/ cam girl, and her identity is taken away by another look-alike person or her doppelganger. She proves it's a dummy by injuring and returns to her passion ambitiously. It is a good suspense thriller which is chilling. However, it is rated 18+, so make sure you watch it alone!
The Breadwinner (2017)
The Breadwinner is an animated drama movie set in Afghanistan, where women were not allowed to step out of their homes. On violating it, the men harassed women. The man of the house is a disabled man and gets arrested. The youngest daughter chops her hair, pretend to be a guy and takes care of her family, brings her dad back too. Directed by Nora Twomey, this film is based on a book by Canadian author Deborah Ellis which deals with the theme of loyalty, family and survival of the fittest.
Lady Bird (2017)
An adolescent, comedy-drama movie based on a girl her rapport with her parents, interpersonal relationships and battles what it is like to become an adult. Keeping up with the expectations of the parents, the struggle of the family life takes a toll on mental health. Simple emotions are portrayed excellently by this film's director and writer Greta Gerwig.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
A common teenager with mundane life discovers he will no to able to live up to the expectations of his father. This movie celebrates Spiderman, who rises above all the criticism. As a man of colour, Hollywood is trying to show representation in the movie. Heroism with responsibility is perfectly balanced and seen in the movie. This movie captures the raw side of Spiderman and makes him a role model for children.
Pride and Prejudice (2005)
A well-acclaimed novel penned by Jane Austen is Pride and Prejudice. This movie is its adaptation. Directed by Joe Wright, the central theme of the film is marriage and love. The mother in the movie wants to settle her daughters by marrying them off, and Elizabeth, Darcy are the leads in the movie. The movie is set in England in late 1700 when wooing women was a thing.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
This is again a movie adapted from the book penned by Stephen Chbosky which beautifully captures the coming of age of children. Love, family, relationships, sexuality, life after school, sexual abuse in life, first kiss, many aspects which trouble and mould an adolescent is discussed in the movie deeply. The open-minded, frank description of the movie on several topics like sex education has got itself banned from being screened in several countries.
The Irishman (2019)
Directed by Martin Scorsese, this movie is a crime genre film, and it is rated R for violence. The movie is based on a book penned by Charles Brandt, "I Heard You Paint Houses". People feel that the movie is a bit overrated, but with a keen eye and appreciation of art, this movie can be enjoyed quite well. The plot of the movie revolves around a man who climbs up the mafia hierarchy and works for the best criminal in the city.
Schindler's List (1993)
Based on a non-fiction Schindler's Ark written by Thomas Keneally, the movie talks about the depressing side of the Holocaust where hope and humanity left was 0%. A German industrialist and his wife, however, managed to rescue nearly 1000 people which shows hope and light for the people despite all the darkness in the situation. It is important to realise that one person's compassion will make a huge difference in a person's life.
Inception (2010)
This is a science fiction action movie which is directed by Christopher Nolan. The script was written by himself, about a thief who had a magic ability to enter into the subconscious mind of people and steal away with parts of their secrets. It is one of a thrilling move which plays games with the mind of the audience itself. The audience must be involved enough to decode the movie properly.
The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
Directed by Jonathan Demme, this movie is also based on the novel written by Thomas Harris with the exact title. It is a horror movie with a quick twist and turns, embracing the audience throughout the movie. The psychological nature of the movie makes it scarier with murder and cannabilism running throughout the movie.
The Notebook (2004)
A guy from a working-class and women from the lower part of the society fall in love. They are separated by World War II; however, they are reunited by the purity of love. Based on "The Notebook" book written by Nicholas Sparks, this movie is directed by Nick Cassavetes which portrays that love and affection is something very miraculously with the ability to cure oneself and another.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
Animated Science fiction film directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller where an inventor by mistake creates machines to make food fall from the sky in large numbers. The entire town celebrates his failure, but things go out of control soon. This is a children's movie with the message that no one can be a failure, and everyone is born and brought up for a purpose.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
A British comedy film stands as a parody for the Arthurian legend, of King Arthur, his knights. They go in search of the Holy Grail instead of sticking to their prior plans. Directed by Gilliam and Jones, a self-deprecating comedy made the movie a hit. It is a must-watch film on Netflix based on best of Netflix 2015 list. Overall, the franchise is still popular among people.
Uncut Gems (2019)
A dark comedy film directed by Josh Safdie and Benny Safdie, this movie deals with a jewellery dealer who is a gambling addict. He has to balance his debts, life and without retrieving gem, everything collapses and falls apart. So much importance is given to the material aspect of human life in the movie and taking risks or reacting to circumstances in life is all humans can do.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)
A lengthy western movie with violence directed by Sergio Leone is a classic by itself. The film's title describes the three important characters' characteristics. The movie is set in the American Civil War as the backdrop, and they look for a treasure in between all the chaos. A very well scripted plot which makes the audience sit in the edge of the seat and is never predictable.
Conclusion
The industry of Hollywood keeps evolving day after day, and the progress is something we can see steadily. However, Netflix suggestions are endless and no matter what "What movie to watch on Netflix?" is a question which arises almost every other day, which keeps running in our mind. Hopefully, this article will help you step closer to some of the gems of Hollywood industry available in front of your eyes through Netflix.
Co-author: Akshaya Saravana Kumar
Akshaya is currently pursuing Masters in English Literature. She is an avid reader, an animal lover and a movie freak. She loves to spend her past time travelling to strange places in different time zones with her imagination and fall in love with fictional characters.
