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Citadel Task #30 - 10 MUST SEE Movies!

Citadel Task #30

10 Movies I would Recommend that a “MUST WATCH”

#1 - The Sound of Music
With rich visuals, great acting, and stirring music, this one is a classic. The kids are endearing and the romance is just right. The movie captures a moment time and taps into human emotion that touches the soul.

#2 – Star Wars Part IV – A New Hope
Released in 1977 and set in a galaxy far, far, away, this movie was a big success. There’s action, adventure, and a hint of romance. The plot of the rebel alliance vs the empire is one that viewers can rally around. Who doesn’t like an underdog? The characters are larger than life and makes us root for them. Visually stunning, considering there was no CGI back, then, it’s a “must see.”

#3 – Rise of the Planet of the Apes
This is the James Franco version and offers an honest “what-if” scenario that one can plausibility imagine could happen. Well scripted, with endearing characters, and stunning motion capture, this movie will make you think your choices and the dystopian nature of the future.

#4 – Kiss Me, Kate
This is a classic. Released in the 1950’s (I think!) or early 1960’s it’s a modern retelling of the Taming of the Shrew. There’s great acting, great songs and it’s just a fun movie to watch and escape with for an afternoon.

#5 – Walk the Line
An honest, candid look at a moment time in time in Johnny Cash’s life. The acting is phenomenal in this movie. The topic matter is gritty and raw. We all have a weakness and how Johnny struggled to become better is something we all strive for. It’s a very relatable movie.

#6 - Braveheart
Masterful storytelling! Again, it’s another rebel vs the establishment movie as the Scots strive for independence against the British. It stirs the viewers heartstrings with it’s look at friendship, honesty, love, and courage.

#7 - The Hunger Games
This is another dystopian look at the future. After we’ve nuked ourselves to the point the planet is a mess, 12 districts emerge. The divide between the rich and poor is wide. Katniss Everdeen rises as a true heroine who isn’t afraid to be brave and courageous when she needs to be, but toll of the hunger games wears on her soul.

#8 – Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
This is the first movie in the series. It sets up the protagonist, Harry Potter, a hero in training, because soon he’ll be in the thick of things when good has to confront evil. The casting is great and the acting is spot on. There’s laughs and tears and the audience will root for Harry until the end.

#9 – Hidden Figures
A heartwarming story about the women who contributed to the space program’s successes. It is humbling – and rewarding - watching Katherine earn her co-workers’ respect. The movie is inspirational in so many ways.

#10 - Gattaca
Another dystopian “what-if” – What if you didn’t have the right genes? A look at the world if it chooses to go down the wrong path.