The best movies for a hangover
There are many strategies for surviving a hangover: finding and devouring satisfying food, staying horizontal most of the day, avoiding bright light, to name a few. Among the most satisfying things you can do to counter a deadly hangover is watching a movie. Wrapped up in your coziest places, bundled up in bed, watching a movie can be one of the best hangover cures out there.
A great way to pass the time and escape the horrors of your current reality, we highly recommend this hangover recovery activity no matter the degree of your suffering. However, it is important to choose wisely when it comes to movie selection. What may be your favorite sober movie could set a disastrous downward spiral in motion, sending you deeper into the inevitable depression that accompanies a hangover. Fear not! We are here to assist you in the selection process.
Movies to avoid when you have a hangover
Before we get to the best of post-hammered cinema, let’s talk about what to avoid when choosing a hangover movie. Do not, under any circumstances, watch a movie that contains any of the following plots:
– Party movies Generally a fun way to vicariously experience someone else’s drunken adventure, watching movies that include party scenes is a surefire way to turn your stomach. A look at Jonah Hill’s wash-blue-stained beer-filled mouth in Very badly it will almost definitely send you over the edge.
– Complicated movies – twists and turns can be the most exciting and interesting parts of a movie when you’re feeling good. When you’re hungover, avoid any movie that makes you think more than “ginger ale or gatorade?” You’ve already been nursing the aspirin bottle all morning. If you choose to challenge yourself to find out what the heck is really in the box at the end of Seven, you risk a legitimate brain blast. The simpler the better.
– War films – Often hard enough to watch on your best day, war movies are brutal when you’re hungover. Not only are the characters serving their country, all being “America’s best,” which can make you feel more like a loser, but the gore factor is dangerous territory. The only blood you’ll want to see on a cave day is the delicious cooked food dripping from your mildly rare cheeseburger.
– Movies with a homeless protagonist – No, we repeat, NO, make the mistake of choosing one of these Debbie Downers when you’re hungover. Chances are, you’re feeling bad enough already. You are fighting. Press play on Basketball Diaries, you are asking for a crash.
We’ve determined the worst possible movie to watch when we’re down: The Wrestler. Talk about a “feel awful” movie experience. Mickey Rourke’s character is so broken, so wrecked, drunk, high, depressed and out of place, seeing this when you’re hungover is sure to make you feel 100 times worse than you already feel. Not to be a spoiler (let’s be honest, you’ve had a few years to catch up at this point folks), but things don’t even remotely work out in the end. Let’s be honest. The Wrestler is a great movie … to commit suicide.
Criteria of the movie Hangover
Good. Now that you know what not to watch when you’re hungover, let’s talk about what we’re here to highlight: the best movies to watch when you’re hungover. Ratings for enjoying a movie with a foolproof and enjoyable hangover include:
– Movies you’ve seen before – a hangover is not the time to try something new. You must trust what you know to help you in this tumultuous time. Your favorite movies can build confidence, making you feel smart and comfortable with their familiarity. Sure, you’ve seen the Karate Kid 6000 times. 6001 is definitely the charm when you’re hungover.
– Comedies – the funniest and funniest movies you can find will surely comfort you on a cave day. Laughter is medicine. As you weed out last night’s bad decisions, go ahead and laugh at your sorrows with a good old-fashioned fun movie.
– Animated films – How can you go wrong here? You can not. Kids movies are made to make you feel good, and they will never push you over the edge in terms of being too sad or scary. Often fantastic, children’s movies are a great way to escape to another world for a couple of hours. Chances are, you’re not committing a lot of time to these movies either, so take advantage of your attention span that mirrors that of a 5-year-old and indulge in something silly and sweet.
Recommended hangover movies
Based on this criterion, we present to you, “The films of the four horsemen of the hangover”.
one. The Hangover – What a gift for those with a hangover. Hilarious at every turn, The Hangover assures you that no matter how terrible you feel in this hangover moment, it’s not as bad as these guys have it. You can relate to its dangers, but feel proud that even though you left your cell phone in the taxi on the way home, it still has all its teeth and the closest tiger is still safe at the zoo. Despite being a kind of movie about drinking, there are essentially no drinking scenes in the entire movie, so your gag reflex can relax.
two. Iron Man – this touch is based on many of our criteria of good choice. Derived from a comic book, you can tap into your childhood while marveling (yes, we said that) at today’s coolest special effects. The fast-paced action will keep you busy, while the over-the-top nature of the plot, gadgets, and fight scenes won’t possibly make you feel like you’re inadequate; no one is as smart as Tony Stark.
3. Monsters inc. While it’s probably not something you saw as a kid, this movie is an amazing way to snuggle up in the comforts of a children’s theater. It’s impressive to watch, as is the trend with Pixar’s masterful movies. It’s hilarious yet heartwarming, super cute, and completely imaginary, so you can really escape real life for a moment. Kick back and enjoy (and maybe going through your closet real quick on your way back to bed, just to be safe).
Four. Big trouble in little China – Martial arts movies have been shown to have a profound effect on the biochemistry of the human brain when processed with alcohol. The cheesy action combined with unprecedented silliness is both entertaining and builds confidence. We conducted a double-blind case study testing this theory. A control group was compared to subjects who had watched various martial arts movies during their hangover process. The results were profound. The most powerful movie to help the hangover turned out to be Big Trouble in Little China, also known as the “Godfather of Trash.”
In conclusion, when you feel the sober world collapse around you, a movie can be a great way to see and feel safe. By following the dos and don’ts, you are sure to have a pleasant viewing experience. Prepare something tasty, put on some extra pillows and let yourself be immersed in a blissful, semi-comatose state of vision.