Bored Over the Break? Here's a List of Recommendations

If you're feeling the early 2000s chick flick vibes, Wild Child (starring the only and only Queen Emma Roberts) is for you:

Wild Child is about an eccentric sixteen-year-old American girl who gets tangled in so much trouble her father finally decides to send her to the UK for boarding school. There, she despises everyone and struggles to fit in culturally, eventually works herself to get expelled, and goes back home to the US. If you like a good laugh and genuine friendship with a mix of sassiness (and a bit of cheesy romance, of course) Wild Child is definitely for you. (PG-13) 

Obsessed with Sci-Fi and the universe of dystopian? Then you'll definitely love Ready Player One.

Ready Player One is an exciting and adventurous film that focuses on the global race through Virtual Reality (VR) universe. When its creator, James Halliday, dies, he leaves out easter eggs in his games that eventually leads to the Easter Egg. And when our average protagonist Wade Watts discovers the first Easter Egg, he not only brings fame and fortune to himself, but danger and the harsh realities of life as well. (PG-13) 

If you like a bit of mystery and comedy, Kimi No Na Wa (Your Name) is worth your time:

Kimi No Na Wa is a story that revolves around a girl living in the countryside and a boy living in the city whose lives somehow become linked through what they initially think are dreams and their imagination. Like Lindsay Lohan's Freaky Friday, however,the two complete strangers begin switching bodies and eventually become friends. But as things start to get shady and the body-switching stops, Taki, one of the protagonists, strives to understand what happened. (PG - and a box of tissues. I swear you'll need it by the end of the film). 

If you like confusing yourself and questioning the life around you, there is no better choice than the The Truman Show (s. Jim Carrey) to watch.

The Truman Show is about a man who grew up in the eyes of the media -- much like the Kardashians but minus actually being aware that the was being recorded and broadcasted 24/7. Truman slowly discovers the truth as a piece of sky falls down (literally) and must figure out what to do. If you want an identity crisis mid-way through your break, try giving this one a chance. ;) 

Craving for something cute and cultural? Coco (Anthony Gonzalez) is a 12/10

Coco is one of the many of Disney films that's been underrated. It revolves around a little boy who aspires to be a magician but gets caught in the Land of The Dead, where he is invisible to the livings' eyes and can see only the non-living. Realizing the opportunity, he goes out to search for his great-great-grandfather, who happens to be a legendary magician. I mean, nothing better than a heartwarming Disney film while snuggling under your blanket, right? (PG)

In the mood for inspiration by a few of the Most Amazing Women In History? Check out: Hidden Figures (s. Taraji P. Henson).

Hidden Figures is the story of three African-American women who worked for the NASA back in the early days of America's Space Race. Addressing the issues of discrimination of gender and race, this film is a well-made time capsule capturing the social injustices that still exist in some forms today, with a "she can-do" spirit burning through the whole two hours. (PG) 

And of course, you can't forget Halloween: Frankenweenie (directed by Tim Burton). If you've loved A Nightmare Before Christmas or Corpse Bride, you'll love this underrated film without a doubt.

Frankenweenie, directed by Tim Burton and starring Charlie Tahan, revolves around the story of a young boy and his faithful dog - all until he gets hit by a car. Panicking and not ready to accept the reality, Victor revives his dog back to life. But because of his dog's new harmful and monstrous looks, he must also convince his friends and family that he's still the loyal dog that he once was. (PG)