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Happy 7th Birthday!

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Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch!

They say that 7 is a lucky number. Well… 2025 wasn’t the most fortunate year, but let’s hope the power of 7 will actually emerge in 2026. That is why I’m sharing 7 four-leaf clovers to make sure our intentions are clear – we need more peace and love than drama and trauma. Also, as a cinephile, I’m a bit disappointed with very few good productions released in 2025, so I’m crossing my fingers for something to leave me speechless next year.

To uphold tradition, I’m sharing some basic statistics. In 2025 I’ve shared 113 recommendations, which is a much better result than in 2024, so despite my personal struggles, I managed to be your film IV drip. Wondering if you’ve actually seen all those productions… I guess it depends on your cinephile condition. Make sure to discuss the dosage with a professional (I’m just an anonymous blogger from the Internet, so I’m not responsible for your film addition). Apparently, there are many of you with this problem because my page was visited by over 27 900 people from 171 countries… Insane. That’s what happens when one day you randomly drop out of university and start your own blog. Jokes aside, I’m incredibly thankful for your support and often visits. You have no idea how much.

I’m still not giving up and I cannot imagine 2026 without my blog, so you can expect lots of new recommendations to appear here. Let’s cross our fingers for spectacular new releases to blow our minds, but also try to find time for the oldies, because cinema has no expiration date. Once again, thank you so much for being a part of this community and may your film addiction be un-rehab-le.

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 6th Birthday!

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Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch!

Six years! Can you imagine?! A random idea that came up to my mind when I was yet a Film Studies student is now celebrating its 6th birthday. The idea was to write about films in a simple and pleasant way so that literally everyone could get inspired and watch something good. Because films are for everyone, so are my recommendations. And it’ll stay this way.

2024 was a difficult year for me, so I couldn’t commit too much to my blog. That is why I shared only 62 recommendations… I hope that despite the low number, you found something among my posts and saw some decent films in 2024. However, a big number of people visited my page, which is over 19 900 people from 169 countries! Each year I’m amazed by those numbers and I’m glad that my recommendations are reaching cinephiles all around the world. We may have some differences, but cinema is what brings us together for sure.

In 2025 I wish myself peace and time to get involved more in developing my blog. I’m thankful for all the connections that I’ve made in the last 6 years and I hope for new ones! I’m also incredibly excited for all the films that we’ll watch in 2025, both brilliant and horrible, because we need something to gossip about as well, right? Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay cinephiles!

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 5th Birthday!

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Dear Readers who have nothing to watch!

If you told me in 2019 that my random idea to start writing a blog about films wouldn’t finish after several weeks and in 2024 I’d be celebrating its 5th birthday, I’d probably be like Tommy Wiseau in “The Room”, just sitting in a chair with my hands behind my head and saying “Haha! What a story, Mark!”. I simply cannot believe it’s been so long and somehow I still like writing, but also, what’s even more surprising, you still like reading what I write. And I couldn’t be more thankful.

In 2023 I recommended 110 films, so I hope you’ve found at least one title for yourself. The blog was visited by over 14 500 people from 160 countries, which invariably gives me chills. When I was starting the blog, I had those thoughts like “who would be reading me anyway?” – well, apparently a lot of people from a lot of places. Khob khun ka (see “Bridesmaids”).

2023 wasn’t easy for the film industry, so I definitely wish us all a peaceful and decent year filled with spectacular productions, which are made with due regard for every single person involved in the process.

May cinema tickets be cheaper, may streaming platforms share premieres faster and may you learn a lot from the films you see in 2024, my Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch.

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 4th Birthday!

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Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch!

2022 was definitely a year full of unexpected events, yet we’re still here, enjoying the beauty of cinema and let’s hope that won’t change anytime soon. Today, my blog is turning 4 years, so I have a cinema toddler here – those kids grow so fast!

Last year, I shared posts about 115 films, among which you could find something to accompany you in the evening (or at work, no judgement here). The blog was visited by over 10,800 people (wow!) from 144 countries (double wow!). I honestly can’t believe that my little idea turned into this blog, which is read and appreciated by others. I’m very happy for creating this little community of ours and for welcoming even more people who have nothing to watch. I’m also thankful and excited about the cooperations with independent directors that I had a chance to meet last year – may your hard work be seen and praised, despite your budgets or connections.

In 2023, except quality cinema, I wish us all to share the cinema admiration with our beloved ones – our partners, family and friends, because films, just like my recommendations, are for everyone and should be experienced in good company.

Stay glued to the screen, my Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch.

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 3rd Birthday!

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Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch!

Last year wasn’t the easiest for me and I had to change the way I manage this blog, but I’m glad I’m still writing to you and, most importantly, you’re still reading what I have to say. I won’t be able to recommend you a film every single day, as I was doing so before, but I promise to be regularly active and keep on providing you with inspiration. Because cinema is wonderful and can really brighten our life.

In 2021 I shared about 220 films (not bad considering the circumstances) and my blog was visited by over 17,500 people from 159 countries. I’m absolutely thrilled that my posts are reaching more and more readers, and I’m also very thankful that you appreciate my efforts, opinions and style. It’s pleasure writing for you and I hope that in 2022 we’ll stay in touch, watch a lot of marvellous films and also have fun with those less successful productions.

Love cinema. Love yourselves. And happy birthday to I Have Nothing To Watch.

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 2nd Birthday!

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Dearest Readers who have nothing to watch!

Today the blog is celebrating its 2nd birthday. Last year was quite specific, but we still managed to see a lot of beautiful productions together. I hope that my recommendations were somehow inspiring for you and the films I wrote about made your days a bit brighter. In 2020, you got 354 to-watch ideas & 12 not-necessarily-to-watch ones. The blog was visited by over 11,600 people from 156 countries. That year I also opened the Instagram profile of the blog, so you can get notifications about new posts more easily. It was a year full of streaming platforms & online festivals, so I honestly wish you and myself to go to the cinema more often in 2021. Thank you so much for your visits, likes, comments, messages and general support, because you’re the reason why I feel so motivated about writing everyday. Have a wonderful year and happy birthday to I Have Nothing To Watch!

My rating: 10/10
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Happy 1st Birthday!

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Dear Followers (who have nothing to watch)!

Today my blog celebrates its 1st birthday, which means you can find exactly 365 posts about films on it. Was it difficult to write everyday? Of course! But was it worth it? OF COURSE! The blog was visited by you everyday. And by you I mean people from exactly 99 countries all over the world! Thank you so much for your interest and support. I really hope that the blog has given you ideas or inspired to watch even more wonderful productions. Let’s say “hello” to 2020 and get yourselves prepared for the next 366 films, because it’s just the beginning 🙂

My rating: 10/10
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Is it because Fiennes is hotter than Duvall? “The Handmaid’s Tale” (1990)

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directed by Volker Schlöndorff
© 1990 Cinecom Pictures. All Rights Reserved.

I’m sure most of you have seen the series based on the book by Margaret Atwood. However, did you know that there’s also a film presenting the same story? It was made in 1990, so, obviously, it’s visually less attractive than the new series, but I think it’s slightly underrated. Personally, I watched this film after I’d seen the first season of the series and I already had a pumped version of the story in my mind. Of course, I was a bit discouraged seeing an older version of “The Handmaid’s Tale”. Especially Robert Duvall as the Commander… with all the respect, Mr Duvall, you’re a very good actor, but Joseph Fiennes absolutely wins this character battle. Okay, I’m joking, they are both very good in their own way. The fact that Fiennes is visually more attractive to us (or at least to me) is because he’s the modern version of Commander, if you know what I mean. It’s almost 30 years of difference between those two productions. Back then the way of presenting certain characters and behaviours was totally different. Having a handsome actor wasn’t the priority. And I think this film is underrated because most people got back to it after seeing the series and the modern version is much more appealing to young viewers. You may even notice a significant difference between Natasha Richardson and Elisabeth Moss. Both of them play the same person, but they are nothing alike. The first one, in the film, was obedient and rather a neutral observer. However, the second one, in the series, she’s a rebel, she wants to mess with someone. Plus, we can hear her sarcastic comments which would definitely not suit Kate from the film. I’m a fan of the series and I believe it’s very well-done, but it doesn’t mean the film should be left in the bottom of your to-watch list. Watching the film, you will move several years back, so get ready for a specific variation of the story, not a more exciting show with a bunch of hotties from the 21st century.

My rating: 6/10
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Alabama + Monroe. “The Broken Circle Breakdown” (2012)

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directed by Felix Van Groeningen
© 2012 Kinepolis Film Distribution. All Rights Reserved.

I was surprised that I liked this film so much. And I was even more surprised to see that the same director committed “Beautiful Boy” (2018). I didn’t write any post about that second film because unfortunately it’s a 4/10 for me. A horrible script and unreasonable cast. As long as I adore Steve Carell, I couldn’t take him seriously in that role. And, unlike most of you probably, I can’t understand the phenomenon of Timothée Chalamet… I’m sorry, this guy cannot wake up any emotions in me. Except irritation I guess. Anyway, I had huge expectations before watching “Beautiful Boy” and I finished with a frown on my face. And it’s fascinating that after “The Broken Circle Breakdown” I said “oh damn” at loud and noted 9/10. That’s why even if I hate some director with my whole heart, I still give them a try from time to time and watch other productions. Because I may find such treasure as today’s film. It’s about a couple that need to struggle with their daughter’s cancer. The rest cannot be really described. It’s a heartbreaking story in which two different individuals try to accept their horrible situation. Each needs to do it in their own way but, on the other hand, they are together and try to fight for their relationship. It’s all about love. Love to one’s passion, to another person, to one’s child and to life. I don’t know what made me stare at the screen more. The script, the acting or the camera work. Because they were all fantastic and if you want to see how to make dramas, that’s the right piece of art to check out. For me the most powerful message I got at the end is that despite differences, we all suffer equally. And even if we seem fine, it’s nothing like that inside. Mr Van Groeningen, “Beautiful Boy” is forgiven.

My rating: 9/10
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First time is actually good. “Book Club” (2018)

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directed by Bill Holderman
© 2018 Paramount Pictures. All Rights Reserved.

Don’t worry, it’s not a film about losing virginity at 50+. The title is just my tiny joke because “Book Club” is the directional debut of Bill Holderman. But I wasn’t joking entirely – this debut is actually good. When I saw the trailer of “Book Club”, I knew I’m going to love it. I’m a fan of Diane Keaton and watching her is always pure pleasure for me. Luckily, the film didn’t disappoint me. It tells a story about 4 friends who are now mature ladies, but they still keep meeting to continue their small book club. One of the women proposes to read “Fifty Shades of Grey”. Obviously, the ladies are not thrilled but they agree. The film is nothing disgusting and it doesn’t show how sex presented in this book can look like over 50. No worries. It’s actually an adorable comedy about intimacy. All those 4 characters need more affection in their lives and this book is like a switch to start fighting for their happiness. There is a bit of drama, obviously, no love without drama, but in general it’s a heartwarming story. We all want to feel loved, needed and appreciated, doesn’t matter if we’re over 10, 30 or 70. Oh, I mentioned Diane Keaton at the beginning – she’s lovely in this film, but my heart belongs to Sharon, played by Candice Bergen. This lady made me laugh so hard and I hope you will have a chance to laugh with her too.

My rating: 7/10
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