7 Films that Illuminate the Risks of Procrastination

Charlie Kaufman's debut, a playwright battles procrastination, confronting fears and desires in an endless project.

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Comedy thriller "Schizopolis" uses unique storytelling to mirror the fragmented nature of procrastination in a man stuck in a rut.

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It features Bill Murray as a cynical weatherman stuck in a time loop, conveying the message of seizing the moment and living each day to the fullest

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'Slacker' by Richard Linklater captures the emptiness of directionless lives in Austin, Texas.

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Jeff Bridges is "The Dude," an unemployed slacker facing surreal consequences for his procrastination

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A carefree college student (Ranbir Kapoor) faces a wake-up call that shakes him out of procrastination.

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7 Films that Illuminate the Risks of Procrastination

Charlie Kaufman's debut, a playwright battles procrastination, confronting fears and desires in an endless project.

Synecdoche, New York

Comedy thriller "Schizopolis" uses unique storytelling to mirror the fragmented nature of procrastination in a man stuck in a rut.

Schizopolis

It features Bill Murray as a cynical weatherman stuck in a time loop, conveying the message of seizing the moment and living each day to the fullest

Groundhog Day

'Slacker' by Richard Linklater captures the emptiness of directionless lives in Austin, Texas.

Slacker

Jeff Bridges is "The Dude," an unemployed slacker facing surreal consequences for his procrastination

The Big Lebowski

A carefree college student (Ranbir Kapoor) faces a wake-up call that shakes him out of procrastination.

Wake Up Sid