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7 TV Shows And Movies To Watch During Quarantine

"There is no better way to waste time than by watching a lot of trashy reality television."

Anna Madura

May 20, 2020

Missouri State University

7 TV Shows And Movies To Watch During Quarantine

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It has been over two months since the WHO declared the coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic and states are starting to reopen. However, many people (such as myself) are considered to be high-risk and plan on continuing to practice social distancing and avoid leaving the house for nonessential business. Classes also just finished for the semester so now I have a ton of time to binge watch a bunch of different shows and movies. Here are seven different shows and movies I have been watching while in quarantine.

House M.D.

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I've never been all that interested in popular medical dramas like "Grey's Anatomy". With that being said I love "House M.D.". The show itself is absolutely WILD and totally unrealistic. It seems as though Dr. House just throws around random diagnoses until he finds something that sticks. Regardless, it is still an entertaining show that I never get bored of. You can find the series on Amazon Prime.

Midsommar

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There are two types of people in this world. People who LOVE Ari Aster's "Midsommar" and people who cannot stand it. I would go as far as to say that "Midsommar" is one of my all-time favorite movies. I could watch it over and over again and still find something new that I didn't notice before. The film itself falls into the horror or thriller category but director Ari Aster has described it as a breakup movie and wrote the movie while going through his own divorce. The film especially resonates with those who have been in a toxic relationship in which they were emotionally manipulated by their partner. I couldn't put into words how much I love this movie. The movie follows Dani (who just experienced a MAJOR family tragedy), her boyfriend, and his friends as they travel to the village of Harga for the Midsommar celebration and things get a little weird. You can watch "Midsommar" on Amazon Prime.

Hereditary

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Surprise, surprise, Ari Aster's other hit film, "Hereditary" also made this list. This is largely due to Toni Collette's mind-blowing performance as Annie Graham. "Hereditary" is overall a great movie and tackles some very real and common themes. I don't want to give too much away because this movie is much more effective if you don't have a lot of prior knowledge. You can watch "Hereditary" on Amazon Prime.

Dance Moms

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In my personal opinion there is no better way to waste time than by watching a lot of trashy reality television. There's just something oddly entertaining about watching Abby Lee Miller scream at a bunch of little girls and you can't forget all the drama between the moms. You can watch "Dance Moms" on Hulu.

The Hunger Games Series

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The most recent addition to the "Hunger Games" entitled "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" was just released on the 19th. Now is the time to re-watch the movies and re-read the books in preparation for the new book. Re-watching the movies sparked my interest in this series again. I read the first book when it came out in 2008 and if I'm being completely honest it all went over my head. I never realized the point it was trying to make or how politically charged this series was. You can find the "Hunger Games" movies on Hulu.

America's Next Top Model

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Like I said earlier, the best way to waste time is by watching trashy reality television and "America's Next Top Model" is no exception. This show is incredibly problematic and over-dramatic which is exactly why I watch it. The whole show is just full of drama and cringey moments. The show premiered on May 20, 2003 and is truly a time capsule in and of itself with classic early 2000's fashion and politically incorrect commentary (Janice Dickinson is TRULY something else). You can watch all 24 seasons of "America's Next Top Model" on Hulu.

Booksmart

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"Booksmart" is another movie that holds a special place in my heart. This coming-of-age comedy came out when I was finishing up my senior year of high school and getting ready to graduate. The chemistry between Kaitlyn Denver and Beanie Feldstein is incredible. The movie will make you laugh and cry. You can watch "Booksmart" on Hulu.

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7 TV Shows And Movies To Watch During Quarantine

"There is no better way to waste time than by watching a lot of trashy reality television."

House M.D.

Midsommar

Hereditary

Dance Moms

The Hunger Games Series

America's Next Top Model

Booksmart

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

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7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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