I recently had an accident that sent me to the emergency room where my lip and chin were stitched back together.  Rather than bore you with the gory (and I do mean gory in its purest definition) details, let me share with you the DVDs that kept me entertained as I holed myself up at home until the 25 bright blue stitches could be removed.

By no means are these films my favorites (though Man on Wire makes it onto my short list in its category), but they certainly served me well throughout my healing and best of all, they distracted me from the urge to feel sorry for myself and helped me to feel thankful that I was spending a few days couching.

Man On Wire Truly one of the best documentaries I’ve ever seen.  How can your interest not be captured by a talented, obsessive, risk-taking, flamboyant, French street performer?

The Films of Charles & Ray Eames Not something you will want to watch over and over (I suspect some people will give it a mere 10 minutes before turning it off),  but the DVD extras give a unique and interesting history of the life and business of these well known American designers.

In Bruges This is a quirky and strange murderous adventure set in beautiful Bruges, Belgium that makes the city its leading character.  Ever romantic and mysterious, In Bruges delivers an exquisitely shot film with intriguing dark humor.

The Tudors Don’t we all like brushing up on history by watching a gorgeous young king get all that he wants while wearing an impressive amount of luxurious fabrics and jewels?

Seinfeld Because Larry David is a genius and his one-liners never get old…yada yada yada

Role Models It ended up to be lot better than I thought, probably because of the film’s use of the soap opera formula that makes the viewer feel superior to the characters.  Audible chuckles were released as I watched McLovin’ sword-fight while dressed as KISS.

The Ben Stiller Show Though the series had a short run, it was actually quite good.  Some hits and some misses, but interesting to note that Stiller gave Janeane Garofolo and Andy Dick their first jobs.

As I write this post, my stitches have been removed and the swelling decreases every day.  I’m definitely on the mend, and thankfully don’t expect to be left with any horrible scars.

Did I mention that I lucked into getting the McDreamy-est ER doctor in the world?  Thankfully he also ended up being an excellent sewer and perfectly lined up my lip so I look more human than monster.  I suspect his own vanity inspired him to do his very best work, and to that I say – thanks for choosing medicine over acting Dr.!