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HiLite’s movie critic suggests line-up for break movie marathon

By: Sam Watermeier <[email protected]>

“The King of Kong”

If you think that the world of “Donkey Kong”-playing is not intense and interesting, this film will prove you wrong. It is a documentary about two men competing for the world high score in “Donkey Kong.” Believe it or not, this film will have you on the edge of your seat and fill you with inspiration. DOCUMENTARY

“Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” and “Good Night, and Good Luck”

These films must be watched back to back because they really go hand in hand. They are both directed by George Clooney and both tackle the media. “Confessions” is about Chuck Barris, television producer by day, CIA assassin by night, and his trashy, mind-polluting TV shows. “Good Night” is a response to that film. It shows that TV should be given more power to inform and inspire through the story of reporter Edward R. Murrow’s defiance of McCarthyism. CONFESSIONS – BIOPIC / GOOD NIGHT – DRAMA

“That Thing You Do!”

This is a perfect film to kick off spring break because it is one of the most fun, wholesome and feel-good movies you will ever see. It tells the rousing story of a fictional “one-hit wonder” band in the ‘60s aptly named The Wonders. This is Tom Hanks’ screenwriting-directorial debut, and he also stars as the band’s manager along with Tom Everett Scott, funnyman Steve Zahn and Liv Tyler. With their passion, energy and creativity, it is a treat to watch these actors doing “that thing they do.” COMEDY

“Chuck & Buck”

This “stalker comedy” is as tense and moving as it is funny. Mike White, the writer of “School of Rock,” wrote the screenplay and stars as Buck, an immature man who clings to his childhood friend Chuck and disturbs his adult life. This film explores interesting ideas about arrested development and friendship. COMEDY

“Bottle Rocket”

Owen and Luke Wilson star in this Wes Anderson (“Rushmore,” “The Life Aquatic”) film about wannabe thieves and their heists-gone-wrong. What could possibly be funnier? Seeing this movie once is not enough. Trust me; you will not regret spending a whole
day on your break watching this
comic gem. COMEDY

“Punch-Drunk Love”

Want to see Adam Sandler actually deliver an effective serious performance? This film is the ticket. Sandler stars as a socially inept salesman who finds love in this strange and original Paul Thomas Anderson film. This is a good film to watch before renting “There Will Be Blood” to truly get an idea of Anderson’s range as a filmmaker. ROMANTIC COMEDY

“Altered States”

If you want to experience a scary, exciting mind trip without breaking the law and damaging your health, watch this film. It stars William Hurt as a scientist whose experiments with sensory deprivation and isolation tanks take him on a hallucinogenic, nightmarish journey. As you may have guessed, this film is crazy and unpredictable. For adventurous movie lovers, it’s a must-see. SCI-FI

“Layer Cake”

Before he was Bond, Daniel Craig starred in this cool British gangster thriller. The dialogue is sharp, the characters are interesting and the suspense never stops building. It’s “Goodfellas” meets James Bond, Guy Ritchie meets Martin Scorsese. This film is an adrenaline rush. SUSPENSE

“Scream”

This film works as both a satire on slasher films and a genuinely scary movie. Master of horror Wes Craven brings his signature style to this smart
and hip film. HORROR

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