Top Five Movies to Watch in the Autumn
Oh, the seasonal change! There is nothing better than cuddling up on a cozy sofa at the end of the day, looking through the window at the slowly dropping rain, gold-ish leaves falling on mother earth, you with a cup of hot cocoa considering if you should add a marshmallow or two. And then, the dilemma: finding the right movie. Well, the uncertainty ends now! Because we at the Student Paper have the best of the best autumn movies ready for you. These are for those crisp autumnal days best spent inside, so light a candle, squeeze yourself into your fluffy knit, and enjoy your evening.
Hocus Pocus, 1993
Hocus Pocus is a true classic for the autumn season. The movie celebrates its 27th birthday this year. The film is written by Mick Garris and Neil Cuthbert; the director is none other than Mr. Kenneth Ortega. The new kid in town decides to explore the old abandoned house on halloween, accidentally resurrecting three witches. He must spend Halloween night trying to stop their evil plan to become immortal.
You’ve Got Mail, 1998
You’ve Got Mail is a romantic comedy for the whole family. The movie was first released in 1998, a nostalgic time when computer technology was in its infancy. The film takes place in beautiful New York City, and while all four seasons are presented, autumn is perhaps the most outstanding. And who hasn’t heard of the famous line said by Joe Fox, played by Tom Hanks: “Don't you love New York in the fall? It makes me want to buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address.” Adorable!
Casper, 1995
Casper is another classic for the spooky season. Those who are scared of ghosts, no need to worry, because Casper is a friendly ghost. The movie is a hilarious comedy that premiered in 1995, starring Christina Ricca, in a very different role from Wednesday Addams. The movie is about an afterlife therapist and his daughter who move to a haunted house in order to free the ghostly spirits.
Bird Box, 2018
Bird Box is a Netflix movie based on a novel. As it was first released in 2018, it is a much more recent film compared with the others on this list. The post-apocalyptic-style setting of the movie, with abandoned houses and scary scenes in the dark, will really keep you awake! It is a horror/thriller/sci-fi film well worth the watch. In summary, the people are forced to cover their eyes wherever they go, as something tries to hunt them down!
October Sky, 1999
“A great movie that will live in your memory forever.” Once you have seen this film, you are not going to forget it! October Sky premiered in 1999 and is a docudrama/memoir based on the true story of Homer Hickam Jr. Homer is a teenager who lives in a small coal miners’ town. He decides to dream big after being inspired by the Russian satellite launch of Sputnik. His goal is to build a rocket, and he is ready to risk everything for his dream!