On the spot: What is the best and the worst movie you've ever seen?
It’s strange to imagine a world without movie theaters. They seem so quintessential to the American experience - refreshing air conditioning chilling you year-round, reclining seats that seem to get fancier every few years, popcorn with the somewhat frightening but undeniably delicious cocktail of salt and “butter” (I still remember being asked if I wanted real butter for an extra fifty cents).
Spring break is finally here, a time for enjoyment and travel. Many students will be busy visiting family or trying to take advantage of cheap flights. But for those of us who only expected to relax this week taking it easy at home or maybe had travel plans that have wound up cancelled, well, we have lots of free time with the potential for much more in the coming weeks. Why not sit back and enjoy a few movies for escapism?
"Us", a film by Jordan Peele, stands out from the crowd of horror movies
For those staying in Durham this summer, one question is certain to come to mind: What can I do here? While I may not be the most in-tune with certain outdoor activities or night-life outside of Durham, I am staying here for most of the summer, so out of pure selfishness I have researched and compiled a list of what I believe to be the best on-screen entertainment out this summer. My movie and television show recommendations are as followed: