Diksha Sundriyal
Ever since humans evolved to the point where they realized that they could have territories, and since the inception of the idea of civilization, there have always been wars. Take any century or any decade, and you’ll find that in some part of the world, there were always two armies killing each other. The war against terrorism, the war against communism, the war against the Nazis, the war against foreign forces, the war against the country on the other side of the hill — no matter how big or small, there has always been a reason for humans to indulge themselves in the bloodbath that never ends well for anyone. And yet, despite the misery of such times, we manage to make stories that inspire strength, heroism, and perseverance, and some of the best in the genre are available on Hulu right now.
3. Black Site (2022)
‘Black Site’ is directed by Sophia Banks and stars Michelle Monaghan, Pallavi Sharda, Jai Courtney, and Jason Clarke. In the movie, we meet CIA Agent Abby Trent and her team, who manage a high-security military facility that holds the world’s most dangerous criminals. The team’s latest catch is a guy codenamed Hatchet, who is known for his gruesome killing methods. Unfortunately, he escapes from his holding cell, targeting and killing the guards as well as releasing the other inmates. It is only a matter of time before he gets his hands on Abby, and thus, she has to find a way to stop him. The catch is that she has one hour, after which the security protocol, activated by Hatchet, will alert the higher authorities, who will then send a drone to wipe out the entire facility along with those within it. You can stream ‘Black Site’ here and find out what fate awaits Abby and her team.
2. The Arctic Convoy (2023)
‘The Arctic Convoy’ is a Norwegian military movie directed by Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken and starring Tobias Santelmann, Jon Ranes, Adam Lundgren, Preben Hodneland, and Anders Baasmo. It follows a convoy tasked with delivering weapons and supplies to a Norwegian outpost for the Allied Forces in 1942 (World War II). However, they must go through enemy waters in order to deliver. How the 35 civilian merchant ships defend themselves against heavy German fire both from above and below is what we find out in this immensely gripping drama underscored by war strategies, moral conflicts, and sentiments. As stunning visually as it is story-wise, ‘The Arctic Convoy’ is inspired by real events and can be streamed right here.
1. Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk (2016)
Ang Lee’s ‘Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk’ tells the story of 19-year-old US Army specialist Billy Lynn (Joe Alwyn), who receives a Silver Star for his courageous efforts while rescuing his mortally wounded team-mate Shroom in the Iraq War. His unit’s actions altogether become so famous that a tour is planned, which will end at the halftime show of the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving home game. There is also a director who wants to make a film based on the events. In the midst of all this, Billy has constant traumatic flashbacks of the day Shroom died. On one hand, there is Billy’s struggle to cope with the trauma. On the other hand, there is the celebration of that trauma. Both are beautifully portrayed by Ang Lee, who successfully establishes the most dynamic angle on war. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Ben Fountain. ‘Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk’ can be streamed here.
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