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Google Chrome version 76 is now out, with the highlight feature being websites adhering to your device’s theme. That means Chrome can now detect if a site has its own dark theme and automatically activate it if you set a dark theme on your device.
According to Android Police, the aforementioned feature only works on devices running Android Q.
Another highlight feature is the inability for websites to detect whether you’ve enabled Incognito Mode. That means you can get around certain websites’ cookie-based paywalls, though websites can simply change their types of paywalls to push away non-paying eyeballs.
Also read: How to block websites on Chrome
Rounding out the feature set are more powerful Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), links to sentences and phrases through the chrome://flags#enable-text-fragement-anchor flag, Adobe Flash Player being disabled by default on the desktop, blocking websites from opening more than one full-screen window at once, and more.
There’s even a Tron Easter egg included in Chrome v76. If you enable the #identity-disc flag, you’ll see your Google profile picture on the top-right corner of the New Tab page. Tapping the profile picture takes you to Sync and Google services, where you can sync your Chrome data and manage other services.
Previous Google Chrome updates
Future Chrome release could remove the very worst ads on the internet
July 4, 2019: Called “Heavy Ad Intervention,” the feature could block certain internet advertisements that use up a lot of resources. These ads will appear as empty boxes with text that says it was removed. The box also includes a link to see more details on why Chrome removed the ad.
Improved Data Saver feature and new “Dino page” features
March 12, 2019: Chrome users with Data Saver turned on will now see a Lite icon in the URL bar when a page has been optimized for lower data speeds. Also, when you are offline and the “Dino page” appears, instead of just being stuck playing the same endless runner over and over again you can read saved articles directly from the Dino screen.
FileReader API zero-day exploit fix
March 1, 2019: Google has released a Chrome update which patches a serious “use-after-free” flaw related to the FileReader API. This API allows websites and other web-based services to read files stored on a user’s computer. But the flaw lets hackers break out and execute potentially malicious code on a device.
Improved password generator, quick password lookup
June 5, 2018: Google Chrome 75 (75.0.3770.67) brings a new feature that allows you to create stronger and more unique passwords. It is also easier to look up your stored passwords using the new keyboard tool. In addition to these new features, Chrome 75 for Android also has a number of stability and performance improvements.
10th-anniversary update
September 4, 2018: Google Chrome is celebrating its tenth birthday with a bunch of improvements. Chrome v69 includes an updated, cleaner design, password generation on more sites, and mobile payments via third-party payment apps.
Find saved passwords
April 17, 2018: Chrome 66 adds a new feature that lets Android users find all saved passwords under Settings > Passwords.
More on Google Chrome:
- How to update Chrome on your Android device and PC
- How to speed up Chrome for Android
- Best Chromebooks
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The early days of esports were by no means glamorous. Small, dimly lit internet cafes and teams competing only for glory, and if they were lucky, some small prizes — this was the reality of competitive gaming in the early 2000s. But in the last two decades, esports have undergone a major transformation. Game tournaments now fill stadiums, attract viewers in the thousands if not millions, and players are rewarded from increasingly larger prize pools.
The mainstays of esports have proven to be complex and mechanically challenging games like Dota 2, League of Legends and CS:GO. Until recently, every title that has managed to attract esports viewership has been either a PC or console game. But times are changing. Mobile games have grown massively in the past decade both in terms of player numbers, depth, and complexity, further boosted by improvements in smartphone tech.
Yet, for many, mobile games still feel like outsiders in the world of esports. But the truth is that certain titles are on the right track and working to establish themselves. After attending the PUBG Mobile Club Open 2019 Global Finals in person, I know for certain that PUBG Mobile is one of the brightest sparks in the current mobile esports scene — and it’s here to stay.
The PMCO 2019 Global Finals
The PUBG Mobile Club Open 2019 Global Finals (or PMCO for short) took place in Berlin last weekend and saw 16 teams from 11 regions compete against each other on all four PUBG Mobile maps for a sizeable prize pool of $400,000. From the snowy landscapes of Vikendi to the scorching desert of Miramar, the teams not only entertained the crowd but showcased their skill and amazing teamwork.
But how does a PUBG Mobile esports tournament work? Usually, in MOBA and FPS games, matches are between two teams, which then either advance or drop down to the lower bracket. In the case of PUBG, things are bit more complicated. All teams compete at once in all matches, with both placement and kills taken into consideration. At PMCO 2019, placement and of course the Chicken Dinner itself netted significantly more points than kills (one per kill), but that didn’t hurt the action.
You might think a battle royale like PUBG is hard to follow, but that's not the case.
You would also be mistaken if you think that a battle royale game with so many players would be hard to follow. That wasn’t the case at PMCO 2019 thanks to the excellent casters and spectator mode, which often gave viewers a bird’s eye view of the map.
The spectator experience is what makes or breaks an esport. If the barrier of entry is too high or the learning curve too steep, new players and/or spectators will be hard to draw in. That’s what makes PUBG Mobile so great. As a shooter, it is incredibly accessible and easy to understand. Of course, familiarity with the maps definitely helps you feel more immersed in the action, but it’s not a requirement.
Exhilarating moments and show-stopping performances
There was a lot of action that had the crowd on the edge of their seats at PMCO 2019. The tournament was full of upsets and there was no clear winner until the end. One of the most spectacular moments was when MKKSKR (Hao Yang) from Top Esports managed to get a full team wipe singlehandedly. It’s the type of storyline you would see in other esports and even traditional sports — rushing to get rid of a surrounded opponent and blinded by hubris, a team makes a major mistake and loses an important round.
Pulling off the 1v4 in a normal match is amazing; pulling it off vs RRQ Athena is unbelievable! This is what you’re missing if you aren’t watching the #PMCO Global Finals! https://t.co/N2KmAQp6E0 pic.twitter.com/daIUAMrhmt
— PUBG MOBILE (@PUBGMOBILE) July 26, 2019
Viewers and attendees also enjoyed a lot of moments that demonstrated the teams’ excellent communication and teamwork. Fan favorite Team Soul ended up in a final circle that necessitated stealthy tactics and crawling through a grass field. By splitting up and carefully listening for their opponents, they managed to get a blind kill, which was instrumental in winning them the game.
The different maps and their terrains also posed different challenges and required teams to adopt new gameplay tactics in every round. It kept both them and the crowd on their toes. If there is one criticism to make, it’s that early game action wasn’t plentiful, but you could also argue that it’s more exciting to have players facing up against each other in the mid-game, when they are on a more equal playing field weapon and equipment-wise.
The future of mobile esports
Why is this important in the grand scheme of mobile esports? Because esports in general are still struggling for legitimacy and mainstream acceptance. On top of that there is an air of skepticism and even down-right contempt for mobile games, even among esports fans. These titles are often undervalued because input methods are more limited or perceived as easier to use. To some esports fans that translates to a low skill cap.
But the truth is that in PUBG Mobile, just like many PC and console games, mechanical skill is very important, but clever tactics and good decision making are what push players to the top. It’s how you adapt, react, and communicate. We saw the eventual winners Top Esports gaming split into groups of two, masterfully use smoke grenades and successfully flank opponents for the Chicken Dinner in one of the final rounds of day three. Both conservative and aggressive playstyles were rewarded on different maps and in different situations.
But most importantly — PMCO 2019 was incredibly entertaining to watch.
Production values at the tournament were nothing short of excellent. It is not unusual for esports events to have hiccups, connection issues, or delays. None of which occurred during PMCO 2019. It is quite the achievement considering how new PUBG Mobile esports are to the scene and how hard organizing such a large event can be.
Expanding the reach of mobile esports
Another major point in PMCO’s favor was the number of regions and countries represented in the competition. While most other tournaments usually see only a couple of countries from Europe, North America and Asia, PMCO had participating teams from 11 countries, including India and the Middle East, which are rare to see in other esports competitions.
This speaks volumes to the higher accessibility that mobile esports in general offer. When it comes to PC games, you need at least a relatively high-specced computer and additional gear like gaming mice for FPS games and others. Smartphones, on the other hand, are something that almost everyone carries around in their pocket. And since PUBG Mobile is free, all you really need is a stable connection. This makes it easy for aspiring players to get into the game and it will likely help the PUBG Mobile esports scene grow immensely in the future.
At the PMCO 2019, it became clear that this is something Tencent and PUBG Corp. understand and want to expand upon. At the event, Vincent Wang, general manager of global publishing at Tencent Games, announced that separate African servers will be launched later this year, followed by the announcement of PUBG Mobile Lite‘s Indian launch.
As the name suggests, it is a lighter version of the game. It is designed to be played on lower-end smartphones. Only the original Erangel map is included and matches last around ten minutes, instead of the typical thirty. For now, it is unclear whether this version of the game will have its own dedicated tournaments, but that could end up fragmenting the competitive scene. What PUBG Mobile Lite will achieve, however, is attract even more attention to PUBG Mobile as a whole.
PMCO 2019 demonstrated the potential of mobile esports.
So, while this year’s tournament didn’t take place in a massive stadium full of thousands, it could happen in the future. And deservedly so! PUBG Mobile Club Open 2019 was quite the experience, and with livestream peak viewers almost hitting 600,000 there’s clearly a huge global fan base out there.
Entertaining and exhilarating, PMCO 2019 not only demonstrated the potential of PUBG Mobile esports, but that of mobile esports in general.
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If you’re one of those people who often forget their phone charger at home, perhaps a wireless car charger is what you need. A great option from Choetech is currently on offer today for just $24.
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Update, July 31, 2019 (2:28 p.m. ET): OnePlus is issuing a software update to the OnePlus 7 Pro that contains a few minor fixes as well as the August 2019 Android security patch. This update comes in at OxygenOS version 9.5.11.
The August 2019 security patch isn’t yet available for Google’s own Pixel phones, and OnePlus is already rolling it out to its flagship smartphone. Google will likely announce the security patch on its security bulletin website sometime soon, likely Thursday, August 1.
Check out the changelog below for the OnePlus 7 Pro’s OxygenOS 9.5.11 update:
System
- Optimized Adaptive Brightness
- Optimized the sensitiveness of the screen touch while gaming
- Optimized the accidental touches with notification bar in calling
- Updated GMS to 2019.06
- Updated Android security patch to 2019.08
- General bug fixes and improvements
As usual, OnePlus is doing a staggered rollout for v9.5.11. As such, it might be a few days before you see the upgrade notification on your device. If you want to manually check for the update, head to Settings > System > System updates.
Welcome to the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro updates hub. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the latest Android updates for the two devices, including their current versions and when future updates are likely to arrive.
Both the 7 and 7 Pro run OxygenOS, OnePlus’ proprietary Android skin. OxygenOS is known for fast updates that come for a very long time, so be sure to bookmark this page and visit often.
Note the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro sometimes receive updates at the same time. Also, note that the T-Mobile variant of the OnePlus 7 Pro might receive software updates at a later date.
OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro updates
- Current stable version: Android 9 Pie
- When will the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro get Android Q? September 2019 – November 2019 (estimated)
The OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro launched on May 14, 2019, with the then-latest version of Android, Android 9 Pie. It’s expected both devices will receive at least two major Android updates in the future — Android Q in 2019 and Android R in 2020. It’s possible that it will also receive an update to Android S in 2021, as the OnePlus 3T received four flavors of Android during its update lifespan (Marshmallow, Nougat, Oreo, and Pie).
Based on OnePlus’ history of updates — as well as the fact that OnePlus is already pushing beta versions of Android Q to the devices — the phones are likely to receive the final version of Android Q shortly after it’s released. Google is expected to release Android Q sometime around this August.
| Android Q | Android R | |
|---|---|---|
| OnePlus 7 Pro -- U.S. unlocked | TBA | TBA |
| OnePlus 7 Pro -- T-Mobile | TBA | TBA |
| OnePlus 7 Pro -- International unlocked | TBA | TBA |
| OnePlus 7 -- International unlocked | TBA | TBA |
Let us know which OnePlus 7/7 Pro update you’re rocking in the comments, and if you’ve spotted a recent update we’ve missed, tip us!
Looking for another device update? Head to our general Android 9 Pie update tracker at the link.
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There’s now more graphic design work than ever before. From social media memes to YouTube thumbnails, the demand is obvious.
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Microsoft Excel is one of the most important business tools ever created. If you learn how to use it to its full potential then you’ve got the ultimate transferable skill. Tasks that would have previously taken hours can be done in seconds.
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MediaTek sits alongside Qualcomm as one of the most important third-party chipmakers in the Android smartphone ecosystem. The Taiwanese company’s processors are in loads of phones around the world. Let’s take a look at some of the best MediaTek phones on the market right now.
Best MediaTek phones:
Editor’s note: We’ll be updating this list of the best MediaTek phones regularly as new devices launch.
1. Xiaomi Redmi 6A
Xiaomi‘s Redmi A sub-category is its cheapest smartphone range around, but it delivers a few features you might not find on other sub-$100 devices.
The Redmi 6A is the latest model in the family, powered by MediaTek’s Helio A22 chipset. This processor is designed for low-end phones, featuring a quad-core Cortex-A53 design, but it stands out thanks to a tiny 12nm design. Before the Snapdragon 439 and 429, not even Qualcomm had a 12nm or lower chipset for ~$100 phones — its closest product was the 14nm octa-core Snapdragon 450.
The Xiaomi handset also has 2GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, a 5.45-inch 720p display (18:9), a 3,000mAh battery, a 13MP rear camera, and a 5MP selfie snapper.
Xiaomi Redmi 6A specs:
- Display: 5.45-inch, 1,440 x 720
- SoC: MediaTek MT6761 Helio A22
- RAM: 2/3GB
- Storage: 16/32GB
- Rear cameras: 13MP
- Front camera: 5MP
- Battery: 3,000mAh
- Software: Android 8.1 Oreo
2. Realme C2
The Realme C2 is powered by a MediaTek Helio P22 processor paired with two or three gigabytes of RAM. The two variants are accompanied by 16 or 32GB of storage.
Other specs include a large 6.1-inch display, a hefty 4,000mAh battery, and Android 9.0 Pie. It’s a nice phone that starts at just 5,999 rupees (about $87 USD), but packs a good punch for the price.
Realme C2 specs:
- Display: 6.1-inch, HD+
- SoC: MediaTek Helio P22
- RAM: 2/3GB
- Storage: 16/32GB
- Rear cameras: 2, and 13MP
- Front camera: 5MP
- Battery: 4,000mAh
- Software: Android 9.0 Pie
3. Vivo Y3
The Vivo Y3 starts at CNY 1,498 (about $218 USD), making for a nice smartphone to buy on a budget, but it has enough power to match many mid-tier devices. Its MediaTek Helio P35 Processor and 4GB of RAM should keep things running smoothly. It also sports 128GB of storage, a 6.35-inch display, and dual-SIM capabilities. But the phone’s most outstanding features are a massive 5,000mAh battery, and a triple camera setup.
Vivo Y3 specs:
- Display: 6.35-inch, HD+
- SoC: MediaTek Helio P35
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 128GB
- Rear cameras: 13, 8, and 2MP
- Front camera: 16MP
- Battery: 5,0000mAh
- Software: Android 9.0 Pie
4. LG Q7
LG’s phone isn’t the most powerful device on the list, offering a MT6750S SoC (with eight Cortex-A53 cores), 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of expandable storage. The Q7 also offers a 3,000mAh battery, a rear fingerprint scanner, a 13MP f/2.2 main snapper, an 8MP selfie snapper, and a 5.5-inch full HD+ display. So far, so unspectacular, right?
The Q7 has one major ace up its sleeve, however, being the only phone on the list with IP68 water/dust resistance. So if you’re looking for a budget phone that’ll survive a dunking, this isn’t the worst device out there.
LG Q7 specs:
- Display: 5.5-inch, 2,160 x 1080
- SoC: MediaTek MT6750S
- RAM: 3GB
- Storage: 32GB
- Rear cameras: 16/13MP
- Front camera: 8/5MP
- Battery: 3,000mAh
- Software: Android 8.1 Oreo
5. Realme 3
The Realme 3 costs well under $200, and considering that price point you get much more than what you pay for. The phone has a large 6.22-inch display with a 720p resolution, 3/4GB of RAM, 32/64GB of internal storage, a large 4,230mAh battery, and, of course, a MediaTek processor. You could get either the Helio P60 or Helio P70, depending on your market.
Realme 3 specs:
- Display: 6.22-inch, 1,520 x 720
- SoC: MediaTek Helio P60/P70
- RAM: 3/4GB
- Storage: 32/64GB
- Rear cameras: 13/2MP
- Front camera: 13MP
- Battery: 4,230mAh
- Software: Android 9.0 Pie
6. Nokia 5.1 Plus
HMD is obviously no stranger to MediaTek chips, and the Nokia 5.1 Plus is the most powerful one of the lot. For a starting price of 999 yuan (~$146), you’re getting a Helio P60 chipset, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, and a notched 5.86-inch full HD+ screen.
There’s more to the phone than its horsepower though, as it’s also packing a 3,060mAh battery, USB Type-C support, a headphone jack, a 13MP and 5MP dual camera setup, and an 8MP selfie shooter. It’s an Android One phone, too, so it should receive regular feature and security updates.
Nokia 5.1 specs:
- Display: 5.5-inch, 2,160 x 1080
- SoC: MediaTek Helio P18
- RAM: 2/3GB
- Storage: 16/32GB
- Rear cameras: 16MP
- Front camera: 8MP
- Battery: 2,970mAh
- Software: Android 8.0 Oreo
7. Oppo F9 Pro
Oppo’s new F9 Pro doesn’t quite offer the most bang for your buck, but it’s got a great look. With gradient color schemes and a waterdrop notch on its 6.3-inch LCD screen (full HD+), this device doesn’t look like your average mid-range phone.
Pop the hood and you’ll find a Helio P60 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable storage, and a 3,500mAh battery with VOOC fast charging. In the camera department, a 16MP and 2MP pairing is on the rear, and a huge 25MP camera pulls selfie duties.
The phone isn’t perfect. It lacks USB-C support and NFC capabilities, but you can do a lot worse for around $330, something our own Lanh Nguyen found in his Oppo F9 review.
Oppo F9 Pro specs:
- Display: 6.3-inch, 2,340 x 1080
- SoC: MediaTek MT6771 Helio P60
- RAM: 6GB
- Storage: 64GB
- Rear cameras: 16/2MP
- Front camera: 25MP
- Battery: 3,500mAh
- Software: Android 8.1 Oreo
Those are the best MediaTek phones out there. We’ll add more as new phones come to market!
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Samsung has announced its Q2 2019 earnings, revealing a 55.6 percent year-on-year drop in operating profits. In the report Samsung published yesterday, the company said it was looking to the Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Fold, and the Galaxy A series to help pull its profits up in the second half of the year.
Samsung’s operating profit in Q2 2019 came in at 6.60 trillion won (~$5.6 billion), compared to the 14.87 trillion won (~$12.58 billion) operating profit it reported in Q2 2018.
It’s a significant drop, which Samsung largely attributed to, “The weakness and price declines in the memory chip market.” The company’s chip business usually earns about twice as much as its consumer electronics division.
Samsung also noted “slower sales of flagship models and increased marketing expenses,” despite strong overall shipments. Its postponement of the Galaxy Fold release, which was originally scheduled for Q2, also may have harmed its revenues (though the company didn’t suggest this in its guidance).
Samsung’s revenue saw a smaller decline than its operating profits did at a four percent drop. Samsung posted 56.13 trillion won revenue last quarter, compared to 58.48 trillion won revenue in Q2 2018.
What’s Samsung’s outlook for the rest of 2019?
Samsung foresees economy and trade “uncertainties” affecting a number of areas of its business throughout the rest of 2019. This likely refers to the Japan/South Korea trade situation, and it means Samsung may continue to see a quarterly drop in revenues compared to recent years. However, one area where Samsung is more optimistic about the rest of the year is with the release of new smartphones.
“In the third quarter, Samsung will focus on successful launches of new innovative products – the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Fold,” said Samsung in its report. “It will enhance the 5G smartphone lineup to take the lead in the new market and introduce more competitive A series models in the second half to extend the ongoing positive momentum in mass market smartphone sales.”
According to The Investor, Samsung also believes the Galaxy Note 10 sales will surpass those of the Galaxy Note 9.
Samsung remained the biggest smartphone vendor by shipments in Q2 2019, but sales of the Galaxy Note 10, and especially the Galaxy Fold, are by no means guaranteed. The Galaxy Fold is among the most expensive smartphones Samsung has ever produced at nearly $2000, while the flagship Galaxy Note 10 may struggle to compete with recent high-quality midrange Androids. Want to learn more about those? Head to our best flagship killers coverage.
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Tuesday, July 30, 2019
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A beautifully made presentation can help you land important deals, achieve higher grades, or impress investors. However, knowing how to captivate your audience with slides is truly an art form that not many have the patience or skill to pull off.
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Whether it’s a cartoon classic, quirky indie film, or uproarious comedy, everyone loves a feel-good movie, but sometimes it’s just not what you want. Sometimes you want something glum, something dark, something sad. Netflix has a great selection of all kinds of movies, and plenty of it is perfect for when all you want is to sit in the dark and really stew in it. Here are some of the saddest movies on Netflix right now.
Saddest movies on Netflix:
- Schindler’s List
- Roma
- The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
- Tallulah
- Paddleton
- Okja
- A Silent Voice
Editor’s note: This list will be updated as sad movies leave and other new arrivals debut on Netflix.
1. Schindler’s List
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This is probably the saddest movie on Netflix, and maybe one of the saddest movies of all time. Schindler’s List focuses on the true story of Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson), a German businessman who used his factory to employ and eventually smuggle 1,200 Jews out of a concentration camp during the Holocaust.
Directed by Steven Spielberg, and featuring fantastic performances from Neeson, as well Ben Kingsley and Ralph Fiennes, this black and white classic will have you bawling by the end.
2. Roma
Written, produced, shot, edited, and directed by Gravity director Alfonso Cuaron, Roma follows indigenous Mexican live-in maid Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio). Living and working in the affluent Colonia Roma neighborhood of Mexico City, Cleo struggles to navigate the strained relationships of the family she works for and the rising class tension in the region, all while dealing with an unplanned pregnancy to boot.
Throughout the movie Cleo is hit with one hardship after another. The results sometimes are life affirming, but this is still one of the saddest films on Netflix.
3. The Boy in The Striped Pyjamas
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The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas tells the story of two boys, one the child a Nazi officer overseeing a concentration camp during World War II, and the other a Jewish child imprisoned in the camps.
The movie runs a pretty serious risk of equivocating the experiences of the victims of the Holocaust with those of its perpetrators (which, uh, yikes), but it still offers a pretty compelling look at how inflicting harm can cause both expected and unexpected trauma. On top of that, the ending twist is so sad it borders on emotionally manipulative.
This is definitely the weaker of the two Holocaust films on this list, but if you’re in for something sad, this’ll get the job done.
4. Tallulah
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This comedy-drama focuses on Tallulah (Ellen Page), a homeless teenager who steals a baby from an alcoholic mother, and uses it to ingratiate herself into the life of her ex-boyfriend’s mother, Margo (Allison Janney).
This awkward film skillfully walks the line between comedy and tragedy. Sometimes it’s a heartwarming look at an increasingly dysfunctional family, other times it’s one of the saddest movies on Netflix.
Either way, you’re in for tremendous performances from Janney and Page.
5. Paddleton
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Paddleton follows neighbors and best friends Michael (Mark Duplass) and Andy (Ray Romano), as they come to grips with Michael’s diagnosis of terminal cancer.
The film takes place over the few days after Michael decides not to seek treatment and instead take medication that will end his own life. Much of the story finds the two watching kung-fu movies, making pizza, and fighting over Michael’s decision.
It’s a touching and heartbreaking story of friendship and loss, full of all the inside jokes and habits that accumulate when two people have been friends for years. It’s without a doubt one of Netflix’s saddest comedies, let alone one of Netflix’s saddest movies.
6. Okja
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Okja is rather perplexing to categorize. The Korean-American Netflix original from director Bong Joon-ho follows Mija (Ahn Seo-hyun), a young girl chasing her best friend across South Korea and eventually the world after she is kidnapped by a multinational corporation. If that sounds too mundane, Mija’s best friend is a genetically modified giant pig named Okja, bred specifically to be a new form of livestock.
This movie takes tragic, comic, horrific turns in equal measure, and it can shift in tone dramatically quicker and more skillfully than just about any other film. At some moments it’s one of the saddest movies on Netflix, at others it’s one of the most absurd. At the center of it all is a star turn from Seo-hyun, backed by oddball supporting performances from Tilda Swinton, Paul Dano, and Steven Yeun.
7. A Silent Voice
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Based on a manga series of the same name, A Silent Voice is the follow-up anime feature from the creators of smash hit Your Name. The film follows depressed high school pariah Shoya as he tries to make amends to Shoko, a deaf girl he mercilessly bullied in elementary school. Shoya has lived with the guilt of his actions for years, and after a failed suicide attempt he decides to seek redemption.
A Silent Voice is a coming of age story about dealing with and accepting guilt, and the unintended consequences of casual cruelty children subject each other to. Don’t let its colorful art style fool you, this is easily one of the saddest movies on Netflix.
That’s it for our list of the best sad movies on Netflix. There are tons of other great options if you’re looking for more melodramatic stuff, but this should be a good start. Have fun (if you can)!
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