Unbreakable (2000): Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, this movie was his project that followed The Sixth Sense. Staring Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson, the movie follows the lone survivor of a train crash as he discovers extraordinary things about himself. In my opinion this is one of the most underrated movies of all time and Shyamalan's best movie. It's a griping dark film that gives a different take on superhero films. I personally gave this movie 5 out of 5 stars on Netflix.
The League (2009-): With the fantasy football season right around the corner I felt it was a great time to recommend this FX show. Each season of the show follows the fantasy football season as well as the lives of 5 friends, Pete, Ruxin, Andre, Kevin, and Taco (Mark Duplass, Nick Kroll, Paul Scheer, Stephen Rannazzisi, and Jonathan Lajoie). From off the wall antics to deception the show constantly pushes the limits of what is okay to show on television. The show also features a ton of NFL cameos from Chad Ochocinco to Cowboy's owner Jerry Jones. I personally gave The League 5 out of 5 stars on Netflix.
From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series (2014-): A television remake of the 1996 movie this horror series takes the story of the Gecko Brothers not only more in depth but in a slightly different direction. Staring D.J. Cotrona and Zane Holtz as Seth and Richie Gecko as well as Wilmer Valderrama as the mysterious Carlos. One of the biggest differences from the movie and the tv show is that the vampires in the show have more of a snake-like appearance which is a refreshing break from the typical variety that several other current shows feature. This show my not be for the faint of heart as it does feature graphic images as well as gore. If you do like that stuff well than definitely check out this series. I personally gave From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series 4 out of 5 stars on Netflix.
Odd Thomas (2013): Based on the Dean Koontz's novel of the same name this movie stars Anton Yelchin (Star Trek) and Willem Dafoe (Spider-Man). Yelchin plays Odd Thomas, a clairvoyant fry cook who sees dead people. When a creepy stranger shows up with ghostly predators who feed on pain Odd must team up with his girlfriend and the town sheriff to thwart an apocalyptic disaster. This was an extremely under the radar film and it is definitely worth checking out! I personally gave Odd Thomas a 4 out of 5 stars on Netflix.
Nick Offerman: American Ham (2014): First and foremost Netflix has an amazing selection of comedy specials, new and old. A lot of comedians are releasing their specials as Netflix Originals just like Nick Offerman did with American Ham. For those of you who don't know who Nick Offerman is I'm sorry. He is most well known as Ron Swanson from Parks and Recreation. Offerman is unbelievably funny with his unique dry sense of humor. Warning this special is pretty raunchy so those of you who don't like uncomfortable topics or language than this might not be for you. Otherwise this is a great watch! I personally gave Nick Offerman: American Ham 4 out of 5 stars on Netflix.
There you have it for this week's recommendations. I hope that if you decide to check any of these films or shows out that you enjoy! Like always if you have any thoughts, comments, or suggestions I can be reached a few different ways.
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