Movies and TV shows have evolved through the years. The topics that we used to avoid are now brought to light by creators who dared to challenge our beliefs. As an avid Netflix streamer, I found myself leaning towards these masterpieces. Their modern takes on life have made me question its essence. They will either change your point of view or open your eyes to what is really happening in front of you. You get it, right? Lol, I am not sure if I explained that very well but if you want to know what I am talking about, here’s a to-watch list that is definitely not for the close-minded!
Squid Game (2021 TV Series)
Genres: Korean, TV Thrillers, Drama Programs
Description: Hoping to win easy money, a broke and desperate Gi-hun agrees to take part in an enigmatic game. Not long into the first round, unforeseen horrors unfold.
The Devil All The Time (2020 Film)
Genres: US Movies, Films Based on Books, Crime Films
Description: Sinister characters converge around a young man devoted to those he loves in a postwar backwoods town teeming with corruption and brutality.
Living With Yourself (2019 TV Series)
Genres: Drama Programs, Comedy Programs, US TV Programs
Description: Fearing his career and relationship are both going down the tubes, Miles heeds the advice of a newly successful co-worker and visits a mysterious spa.
BirdBox (2018 Film)
Genres: Sci-Fi Films, US Movie, Films Based on Books
Description: Five years after an ominous unseen presence drives most of society to suicide, a survivor and her two children make a desperate bid to reach safety.
The Girl on the Train (2021 Film)
Genres: Mysteries, Films Based on Books, Indian
Description: A troubled divorcee fixates on a seemingly ideal couple from afar until a shocking observation sends her spiraling straight into a knotty murder case.
I Care A Lot (2021 Film)
Genres: LGBTQ Films, US Movies, Comedies
Description: A court-appointed legal guardian defrauds her older clients and traps them under her care. But, her latest mark comes with some unexpected baggage.
The Platform (2019 Film)
Genres: Spanish, Thrillers
Description: A slab of food descends floor by floor in a prison. The inmates above eat heartily, leaving those below starving and desperate. A rebellion is imminent.
Know more movies and TV shows with the same theme? Tell us your favorites in the comments!
Gizelle Caoile tells stories through writing and video. Her friends call her "G" because she's GAME for 'almost' everything! She loves experiencing and learning new things, but most of all she loves to have fun. Find her on Instagram @gizellecaoile ✨
Netflix TV Shows and Movies That Will Challenge Your Beliefs
Movies and TV shows have evolved through the years. The topics that we used to avoid are now brought to light by creators who dared to challenge our beliefs. As an avid Netflix streamer, I found myself leaning towards these masterpieces. Their modern takes on life have made me question its essence. They will either change your point of view or open your eyes to what is really happening in front of you. You get it, right? Lol, I am not sure if I explained that very well but if you want to know what I am talking about, here’s a to-watch list that is definitely not for the close-minded!
Squid Game (2021 TV Series)
Genres: Korean, TV Thrillers, Drama Programs
Description: Hoping to win easy money, a broke and desperate Gi-hun agrees to take part in an enigmatic game. Not long into the first round, unforeseen horrors unfold.
The Devil All The Time (2020 Film)
Genres: US Movies, Films Based on Books, Crime Films
Description: Sinister characters converge around a young man devoted to those he loves in a postwar backwoods town teeming with corruption and brutality.
Living With Yourself (2019 TV Series)
Genres: Drama Programs, Comedy Programs, US TV Programs
Description: Fearing his career and relationship are both going down the tubes, Miles heeds the advice of a newly successful co-worker and visits a mysterious spa.
BirdBox (2018 Film)
Genres: Sci-Fi Films, US Movie, Films Based on Books
Description: Five years after an ominous unseen presence drives most of society to suicide, a survivor and her two children make a desperate bid to reach safety.
The Girl on the Train (2021 Film)
Genres: Mysteries, Films Based on Books, Indian
Description: A troubled divorcee fixates on a seemingly ideal couple from afar until a shocking observation sends her spiraling straight into a knotty murder case.
I Care A Lot (2021 Film)
Genres: LGBTQ Films, US Movies, Comedies
Description: A court-appointed legal guardian defrauds her older clients and traps them under her care. But, her latest mark comes with some unexpected baggage.
The Platform (2019 Film)
Genres: Spanish, Thrillers
Description: A slab of food descends floor by floor in a prison. The inmates above eat heartily, leaving those below starving and desperate. A rebellion is imminent.
Know more movies and TV shows with the same theme? Tell us your favorites in the comments!
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About The Author
Gizelle Caoile tells stories through writing and video. Her friends call her "G" because she's GAME for 'almost' everything! She loves experiencing and learning new things, but most of all she loves to have fun. Find her on Instagram @gizellecaoile ✨
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