Staying in with the old: the best films to watch on New Year’s Eve

This text discusses the film "The Apartment" as a suitable movie choice for those staying in during the New Year. The film, a bleak comedy by Billy Wilder, centers on office politics and the festive season's underlying gloom. The narrative culminates on New Year's Eve, with Fran Kubelik leaving a party to be with CC Baxter. The author questions the likelihood of the couple's long-term happiness, citing their mismatched personalities and fresh emotional wounds. Despite this uncertainty, the ending offers a sense of hope and freedom, marked by a fresh start. The scene of the characters with a bottle, glasses and cards symbolizes a clean break from the past. The author finds this ending memorable, as it shows them with nothing to lose and nowhere to go. The final words, "Shut up and deal," encapsulate this idea. The film provides an alternative to traditional celebrations, offering a comforting sense of solidarity.