We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)
That’s why we have this regular open thread dedicated to helping you, our dear readers, find the perfect watch. Looking for a sci-fi movie that will make you contemplate the wonders (or horrors) of the world? We’ve got you. Looking to brush up on world cinema? What about some comfort food? We’ve got you there, too.
From 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT, I will be in the comments section down below answering your questions and fielding requests for what you should watch at home. This is also a great place to share what you’ve been watching, if you want to talk about that with your fellow Polygon readers! Participation is very welcome, even without questions.
A little bit about me, your curator: I’m Pete Volk, our curation editor. I love movies of all stripes, but my main areas of interest are action movies (especially martial arts), classic Hollywood comedies (shout out to the GOAT, Ernst Lubitsch), and keeping up with new releases from around the world (I’ve watched 79 from 2024 so far).
Some highlights from my movie watching since last time: Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, Conan the Barbarian, Old Henry, Panic Room, Come Drink With Me, Trap, and John Woo’s remake of The Killer.
Now it’s time to turn it around to you. What would you like to watch this month (or what are you planning to watch)? Leave a request in the comments and I’ll get to it between 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. EDT. Details help — let me know what you’re looking for, some idea of your taste as a viewer, and any other relevant info you feel like sharing (like the streaming services you have access to).
Some good queries from last month:
I’ve been exploring the world of blockbuster bollywood. Movies like Fighter, RRR, Pathaan are super fun and cheesy and I can’t get enough. Also recently really enjoyed Kill. Any suggestions from bollywood or other foreign cinema that is just unabashedly silly cheesy gratuitous action?
—ctruman
I’m really in the mood for thoughtful, well made scifi. Movies I’ve seen and loved: Arrival, Interstellar, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Ad Astra, The Europa Report, The Martian, 2001, Edge Of Tomorrow, Dune 1/2.
While most of these movies take place in outer space, I’m not specifically limited to that. I do dislike robots and time travel, but I’ll make an exception if it’s really amazing. Let me know what you think!
—bananapants
See you in the comments at 3:30 p.m. EDT! Fire away your requests in the meantime.
