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Show Groovy movies for wintertime watching Rental ideas when the weather outside is frightful JASON PYLES JOYEUX NOEL Life writer (M£HKYCHftl57MA5) A s the temperature drops and daylight hours diminish, it's nice to have an idea list of seasonable movie rentals. Neglecting the "givens," such as White Christmas, Christmas Vacation, A Christmas Story, and Elf this list attempts to name lesser-seen movies. Most of the selections below aren't necessarily holiday movies, but they all take place during cold weather, except one: Consider this one exception to be an early Christmas present from The College Times. Joyeux Noel (2005) - It's Christmas Eve, 1914, in the midst of World War I, when a miracle takes place: British and French troops are battling the Germans, but both sides call a truce in order to celebrate the birth of Christ together, yes, together. And yes, this event actually occurred. Joyeitx NoeL is a touching, emotional film whose subtext is poignant and arresting, even 93 years later. Photo credit: Amazon.com Five fine films to enjoy near the flicker of the fire. Limbo (1999) - Set in Alaska, Limbo tells a chilling story in a chilly place. It is a drama that betrays our expectations and shape-shifts into something completely different. Because of these surprises, any further description is folly (not SevvarcTs folly, which also pertained to Alaska). But know this: Limbo is the stuff real-life nightmares are made of, which is to say, it could actually happen. Insomnia (2002) - This fine film also takes place in Alaska and in the tormented mind of a troubled detective played by Al Pacino. The tired veteran cop from Los Angeles is sent up north to investigate a grisly murder, while being investigated himself by Internal Affairs back home. This psychological mystery-thriller is excellent because its suspense spawns from guilt and worry. Storm of the Century (1999) - Yes, this was written by Stephen King; and yes, it was a madc-for-TV mini-series movie; and yes, all of the above is evident throughout the movie. But don't let that affect a good rental decision. If the meteorologist forecasts a blizzard, this is the movie to get snowed in with. It's really simple: A demon afflicts a small town during a horrific winter storm because he wants something specific from its residents. If they honor his request, he will leave. But the demon's wish is a very tall order ... Gates Of Heaven (1980) - This film is included on this list as an experiment, indeed. a challenge. Gather the family (the more the better) to watch this documentary. Don't tell them what it's about; instead, make fantastic claims like, "It changed my life." and, "This is a must-see." Then expose them to a true cinematic wonder. Gates of Heaven is iop aroun< about a pet cemetery that had to have its animals exhumed and re-buried in another pet cemetery. It is not a horror film. But 50 bucks to anyone who can definitively prove whether it's intended to be a comedy or a sad drama. le wor in one store. 4;>3 ii. MM Mu^lb^'&riffwciterit and have coupon. On the corner of 800 South and State Street Orem, UT Jo Zurchers.4flg Restrictions may •• Gifts and groceries from Japan, . China, Britain, Korea, Brm\, S. Africa, India, Argentina, Polynesia, Australia, Mexico, Germany, Holland, Italy, Eastern Europe, Peru, Thailand, Indonesia and Russia WAIKIKI B E A C H SPECIAL! Qeb bobh a MANY LANDS • 1145 N. 500IV. Provo 375-3789 Open Mon-Sat 10 aim. - 8 p.m. wmv.manylandsfnc.com Get Educated On Us! &'%'• -" sband-up ultra and Mysbic Tan for jusb $15! Or ban in one of our obher 28 beds for low prices! CONVERGYS OFFERS TUITION REIMBURSEMENT Customer Service Associates 1600 North ! 1200 North i 2 Buy 10 bans, geb Convergys, named one of America's Most Admired Companies for the past seven years, offers Tuition Reimbursement (effective date of hire) as well as other great benefits! • Full & Part-Time Positions; New Wage Increases • We Actively Promote From Within • Paid Holidays • Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(K) Plan Walk-Ins Welcome! isai Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 3:30PM 1201 North Research Way. {650 E), Building Q 1-801-765-7300, e> www.convergys.greatjob.not Restrictions mau Must be a new client ana have coupon Qutthinkitig Outdoing. Media Code: UVS Job Code: GEA7 O r v . ' ^ y , if ?.n EOE M/'VD/V |