Netflix Quick Picks (November)

The red screen of happiness.

Ah, Netflix.  How we love you so.  Even though sometimes your new releases aren't really "new" and you can take forever to get a new season, we will always find something else to occupy our time while we eagerly await new content.

Speaking of new content, there have been quite a few standouts that hit Netflix within the last month or so that are well worth watching.  Followed are my recommendations, with my "quick reviews" provided, for the month of November.  Enjoy!

Skyfall

Daniel Craig's third outing as Bond is his best yet.  An all-around great film, even for non-Bond fans.  The first emotional Bond flick to delve into his back story hits you in the gut with its fantastic conclusion.

Rating- 8 out of 10

Olympus Has Fallen

Gerard Butler's best performance since 300 is essentially Die Hard at the White House.  Brutal, unrelenting action sequences make this one hell of a thrill ride.  Marred only by its occasional cheesiness and moments of poor acting.  That being said, if you're an 80's action movie kind of person, this is right up your alley.

 Rating- 7 out of 10

In Bruges

A darkly comedic film featuring gory moments of violence while somehow feeling sweet and light-hearted throughout its entirety.  A definite gem, considering it flew under the radar for many moviegoers (myself included).

 Rating- 9 out of 10

Arrow (Television)

 The soap opera-ish elements between the Queen family may turn some off, but Arrow, at times, can be one of the most compelling shows out now.  When the hood is on, it's amazing.  When the hood is off, so is the acting, which is mediocre at best.

 Rating-7.5 out of 10