The last block of this school year is in action. It’s important that you give it all you’ve got, but it’s also important to take breaks and relax. In order to save you time thinking about what you’re gonna watch, we’ve curated a list of our favourite movies and tv show for you!
Movies
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
IMDb: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 56% positive
Genre: Biography, Crime, Thriller
Still in shock after watching the Ted Bundy Tapes? Unlike the Ted Bundy Tapes, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile doesn’t necessarily focus on the crimes committed by Ted Bundy, but instead offers an interesting view of the case from the perspective of his former girlfriend Elizabeth Kendall. The movie stars Zac Efron as Ted Bundy and Lily Collins as Elizabeth Kendall, Ted Bundy’s former girlfriend. If you're in the mood to watch a unique take on the Ted Bundy case, then this is your pick!
Searching
IMDb: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% positive
Genre: Thriller
Searching is a movie about a father who tries to find his missing daughter with the help of a police detective. However, it’s not as cliché as it sounds. The entire movie is set on computer screens and smartphones. On top of that, there are plot twists every five minutes that will constantly keep you on the edge of your seat. The movie stars John Cho, who is the first American-Asian actor to headline a mainstream Hollywood thriller. If you’re in the mood to watch a unique thriller movie, then Searching is your pick!
TV Show
Special
IMDb: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% positive
Genre: Comedy
Special is about a man with cerebral palsy who is trying to navigate through love, life and career whilst coming to terms with his disability. The show is a semi-autobiographical series based on the memoir of Ryan O'Connell who also created, wrote, produced and stars in the show. With just 8 episodes of 15 minutes each, it’s an easy binge-watch. If you're in the mood to kill some time and watch something chill that will make you smile, check out Special!