145 Essential Art House Films
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Ballad of a SoldierMovie · 1959 · 89m · Drama, Romance, WarDuring World War II, a sincere young Russian soldier named Alyosha Skvortsov receives a temporary leave for bravery. He travels home to see his mother, but his kind heart leads him to help others. He meets Shura, a captivating young girl whose life he wants to make better. As Alyosha journeys through war-torn lands, his determination to maintain hope highlights human compassion and strength during a dark time in history.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 2
Kill the IrishmanMovie · 2011 · 106m · Action, Crime, ThrillerIn the summer of 1976, thirty-six bombs explode in Cleveland as a violent conflict erupts between Irish mobster Danny Greene and the Italian mafia. Based on a true story, Kill the Irishman tells the story of Greene's ascent from a challenging Cleveland neighborhood to become a powerful enforcer in the city's criminal underworld.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 3
The WondersMovie · 2014 · 112m · DramaIn the Tuscan countryside, a family of traditional honey farmers struggles financially. The household is run by Gelsomina, the eldest of four daughters. Their quiet life is disrupted when a young boy arrives for rehabilitation. Facing mounting financial difficulties, Gelsomina sees a chance at a solution in a reality TV contest seeking "Italy’s Most Traditional Family." She decides to open up their secluded life for the prize money, leading to conflict with her father as they try to secure their future.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 4
The Secret Life of Walter MittyMovie · 2013 · 114m · Adventure, Comedy, DramaA shy magazine photo manager, often lost in daydreams, finds himself unexpectedly thrust into real-world excitement when a photograph is lost.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 5
TimbuktuMovie · 2014 · 96m · Drama, WarNear Timbuktu, Mali, where Islamic militants enforce strict religious law and disrupt everyday life, a cattleman kills a fisherman.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 6
Yves Saint LaurentMovie · 2014 · 106m · DramaThis film explores the early years of French designer Yves Saint Laurent, starting in 1958 with his meeting of Pierre Berge, who would become both his lover and his business partner.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 7
The LeopardMovie · 1963 · 186m · DramaAs Giuseppe Garibaldi's revolution transforms Italy, the Sicilian Salina family, long established in the aristocracy, faces a changing world. Prince Don Fabrizio Salina, balancing pride and realism, arranges a marriage for his nephew Tancredi to secure the family’s future. Tancredi marries Angelica, the stunning daughter of the newly wealthy Don Calogero, as a calculated move to maintain their status and power. This powerful story explores the difficulties that emerge when old traditions clash with progress, prompting reflection on the price of embracing change.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 8
The Dark HorseMovie · 2014 · 124m · Drama, HistoryGenesis Potini, a former Maori speed-chess champion, lives with bipolar disorder. He faces prejudice and violence as he fights to save his struggling chess club, his family, and his own well-being.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.3 - 9
MetropolisMovie · 1927 · 148m · Drama, Science FictionThe city of tomorrow is sharply divided: one side thrives in wealth, the other lives in poverty. Our main character comes from a family that has long influenced this city’s history, but he doesn't know what his own future holds. His life changes when he meets a prophet who foretells the coming of a savior to unite the city's warring factions. As the son wrestles with this prophecy and the weight of responsibility it carries, he must navigate the city’s deep divisions while trying to understand his part in shaping its destiny.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.1 - 10
Army of ShadowsMovie · 1969 · 145m · War, Drama, ThrillerThe film tells the intense story of Philippe Gerbier, betrayed by someone within his own group. After enduring brutal conditions in a Nazi prison camp, Gerbier escapes and returns to Marseille, a French city under Nazi occupation. Initially driven by a desire for revenge against the person who betrayed him, Gerbier then joins the city's resistance movement. Operating secretly under the watchful eye of the Nazis, he navigates a world of tension and suspicion where trust is rare. Gerbier’s determination to fight the Nazi forces becomes a personal mission and a beacon of hope in a time of fear.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 11
HerMovie · 2013 · 126m · Romance, Science Fiction, DramaIn the near future, Theodore, a solitary writer, buys a new operating system made to fulfill any desire. He's surprised when he develops a romantic connection with it. This unusual love story combines science fiction and romance in a gentle exploration of love and how technology both isolates and connects us.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 12
The Man Who Wasn't ThereMovie · 2001 · 116m · Crime, DramaIn the summer of 1949, Ed Crane, a barber in a quiet California town, feels trapped. His dissatisfaction intensifies with his wife Doris' affair and the arrival of a strange opportunity that promises a way out. The story unfolds as a narrative of murder, crime, and the consequences that follow.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 13
Only Lovers Left AliveMovie · 2013 · 123m · Drama, Romance, FantasyA disheartened musician reconnects with the woman he loves. Their relationship, which has spanned centuries, faces turmoil with the unexpected arrival of her volatile younger sister.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 14
The IntouchablesMovie · 2011 · 113m · Drama, ComedyThis is the story of two men from vastly different worlds who unexpectedly find a connection. One is a wealthy, paralyzed aristocrat recovering from a paragliding accident. The other is a young man growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood. Their lives intertwine in an unlikely bond.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.3 - 15
RashomonMovie · 1950 · 88m · Crime, Drama, Mystery"Rashomon" blends action and philosophical questions to examine how truth and justice are shaped by individual perspectives. Director Akira Kurosawa uses innovative camera work and flashbacks to reveal conflicting accounts of a murder and its consequences. Four people give their versions of what happened, highlighting the complexities of human nature and the subjective nature of truth. The film challenges our understanding of justice and demonstrates storytelling's power to define reality.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 16
The TribeMovie · 2014 · 132m · Drama, CrimeSergey, who is deaf and mute, arrives at a boarding school for the deaf. He navigates the school's social structure and discovers a criminal element within it called The Tribe. As he participates in increasingly risky robberies, Sergey rises through the ranks. He then meets Anya, one of the leader's concubines, and unintentionally violates the group’s unspoken rules.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 17
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless MindMovie · 2004 · 108m · Science Fiction, Drama, RomanceDevastated when his girlfriend chooses a procedure to erase him from her memory, Joel makes the same decision. As his memories of her begin to disappear, he realizes he still loves her, and it might be too late to reverse what he's done.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.1 - 18
I OriginsMovie · 2014 · 106m · Science Fiction, DramaA molecular biologist's research into the human eye unexpectedly challenges fundamental assumptions about science and spirituality.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.6 - 19
TracksMovie · 2013 · 112m · Adventure, DramaAlone except for her dog and four camels, an Australian woman seeks solitude on a journey across the desert. She travels from Alice Springs to the Indian Ocean, traveling solo.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 20
Midnight in ParisMovie · 2011 · 94m · Fantasy, Comedy, RomanceDuring a trip to Paris with his fiancée's family, a sentimental screenwriter unexpectedly begins time-traveling to the 1920s each night at midnight.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 21
LockeMovie · 2014 · 85m · Drama, ThrillerIvan Locke has built a stable life for himself. But tonight, everything he's worked for is about to fall apart. The night before a crucial career moment, Ivan gets a phone call that triggers a chain of events destroying his family, his job, and his sense of self.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 22
Nymphomaniac: Vol. IIMovie · 2013 · 124m · Drama, MysteryJoe's life, shaped by sexual experiences, explores the darker parts of her adulthood and the events that brought her to Seligman's care.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 23
The Selfish GiantMovie · 2013 · 91m · DramaA restless boy and his friend, who isn't the brightest but loves horses, begin gathering scrap metal for a questionable dealer.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 24
Big EyesMovie · 2014 · 106m · DramaDuring the late 1950s and early 1960s, artist Walter Keane becomes incredibly famous for his portraits of children with large eyes. The public doesn't know that his wife, Margaret, is actually the one painting them. Though deeply disturbed to discover Walter is claiming her work as his own, Margaret is too timid to speak out. The truth is only revealed when the Keanes' marriage dissolves and a legal battle ensues.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 25
Far from MenMovie · 2015 · 110m · Drama, WarDuring the Algerian War, a French teacher in a small village unexpectedly connects with a local man resisting the government. When he is ordered to be delivered to the authorities, their relationship is put to the test.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 26
In HouseMovie · 2012 · 87mPilar lives a peaceful life in the Peruvian countryside with Consuelo, Milagro, and Tuna. Their everyday routine is disrupted by a phone call: his daughter is coming to visit, bringing her daughter and a newborn great-granddaughter. For a single night, three generations of mothers share one home.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 27
Fantastic Mr. FoxMovie · 2009 · 87m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyFeeling restless, Mr. Fox devises a daring plan to steal chickens from three nearby farmers. The farmers, fed up with the fox's constant raids, plot their revenge on him and his family.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 28
The World of KanakoMovie · 2014 · 118m · Mystery, Crime, ThrillerWhen Kanako, a model daughter and high-achieving student, vanishes, her mother enlists the help of her ex-husband, a former police officer with a history of violence, to find her. As he investigates, his perfect image of Kanako begins to crumble, revealing a hidden, darker side of the girl that her father never knew.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 29
CosmodramaMovie · 2015 · 120mThe year is uncertain – perhaps the 1960s, perhaps the future. Seven astronauts awaken aboard a spaceship with no memory of their origins or destination. As the vessel functions autonomously, they are given extended time for contemplative study of matter, life, and the universe.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.0 - 30
A Most Violent YearMovie · 2014 · 124m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerIn 1981, New York City experiences a particularly violent winter. The film follows an immigrant family striving to grow their business amidst the city's escalating crime, urban decay, and widespread corruption. Their efforts to build a better life are increasingly threatened by the dark forces surrounding them.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 31
Under the SkinMovie · 2014 · 108m · Thriller, Science Fiction, DramaIn Glasgow, a captivating stranger targets vulnerable men, drawing them into her orbit with irresistible charm.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 32
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)Movie · 2014 · 120m · Drama, ComedyA once-famous actor, now past his prime and known for playing a beloved superhero, tries to revive his career with a Broadway show. As the play's opening night nears, his efforts to appear more selfless, regain his standing in the industry, and repair relationships with old friends and family face unexpected challenges.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 33
Beloved SistersMovie · 2014 · 180mThe story centers on the complex relationships of the 19th-century writer Friedrich Schiller, caught between two sisters. One sister is his wife, while the other is tasked with writing his biography. This creates a tangled love triangle between them.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7 - 34
Run Lola RunMovie · 1998 · 80m · Action, Drama, ThrillerLola and Manni's love is tested when Manni loses a large amount of money to a dangerous criminal. With only 20 minutes to find 100,000 Deutsche Marks, Lola must undertake a desperate mission to save him from resorting to theft. Her search takes her down unexpected paths, each influenced by small events. This suspenseful drama explores loyalty and love as Lola confronts the consequences of their choices.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 35
The Theory of EverythingMovie · 2014 · 123m · Drama, Romance"The Theory of Everything" tells the remarkable story of Stephen Hawking, one of the most celebrated scientists of our time. It follows his passionate romance with Jane Wilde, a fellow student at Cambridge University.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.8 - 36
WildMovie · 2014 · 115m · DramaHaunted by a painful history, a woman embarks on a transformative journey: a thousand-mile hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, seeking a fresh start.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 37
Of Horses and MenMovie · 2013 · 85m · Drama, Romance, ComedyThis is a story of love and connection between people and horses in the countryside, where their lives become deeply intertwined. Love and loss are powerfully linked, leading to devastating outcomes. The community’s fate is reflected through the horses’ experiences.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 38
PhoenixMovie · 2014 · 98m · DramaNelly, a German-Jewish cabaret singer who survived Auschwitz but bears facial scars from the experience, is approached by her former husband, Johnny. He asks for her help in claiming his late wife's inheritance. Suspecting betrayal, Nelly agrees to the task, effectively becoming a double of the woman he loved.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 39
Foreign PartsMovie · 2010 · 81mThis film follows a hidden community of auto shops and junkyards in Queens, facing demolition to make way for a new baseball stadium. It observes the lives of the immigrant workers who keep this vibrant business alive – a world built on recycling and resourcefulness – as they fight for their livelihoods and challenge New York City's plans for development.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 40
Mood IndigoMovie · 2013 · 131m · Drama, FantasyA woman is afflicted by a rare condition stemming from a flower that has grown inside her lungs.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 41
EnemyMovie · 2014 · 91m · Thriller, MysteryA quiet college professor stumbles upon someone who looks exactly like him and becomes increasingly drawn into the stranger's personal life.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 42
The Fallen IdolMovie · 1948 · 96mPhillipe, the son of a diplomat in London, deeply admires his father's butler, Baines. His view of Baines shifts when he unintentionally uncovers a hidden secret and observes the repercussions of grown-ups' dishonesty.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2 - 43
20,000 Days on EarthMovie · 2014 · 97m · Documentary, Drama, MusicThis film offers a glimpse into a single day experienced through the lens of Australian musician Nick Cave's public image. It presents a semi-fictionalized portrayal, documenting the events and interactions that shape his carefully constructed persona.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 44
A Thousand Times Good NightMovie · 2013 · 111m · DramaWhile on assignment photographing a female suicide bomber in Kabul, Rebecca, a leading war photojournalist, is seriously injured. Returning home, she faces a difficult choice when her husband and daughters demand she prioritize them over her career.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 45
Battleship PotemkinMovie · 1925 · 75mThis film tells the story of a major mutiny aboard a Russian warship and the subsequent public display of support it ignited. The demonstration, however, was met with a brutal crackdown by the authorities.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 46
Still AliceMovie · 2014 · 101m · DramaAlice Howland, a linguistics professor with a fulfilling marriage and three adult children, begins experiencing word-related memory loss. Following a difficult diagnosis, Alice and her family grapple with the challenges it presents, straining their relationships.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 47
NebraskaMovie · 2013 · 115m · Drama, AdventureA father, struggling with alcoholism and old age, travels with his estranged son from Montana to Nebraska. Their shared goal: to collect a sweepstakes prize the father is convinced he won – a prize worth a million dollars.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 48
Charlie's CountryMovie · 2013 · 108m · DramaAs Blackfella Charlie ages, he feels increasingly adrift. An intervention is disrupting his isolated community, enforcing unfamiliar laws that often seem illogical, and his own people appear content to accept the changes rather than challenge them. Seeking a return to traditional life, Charlie's departure unexpectedly triggers a series of events that ultimately lead him back to his community, humbled and with a newfound understanding.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 49
Beauty and the BeastMovie · 1946 · 96m · Drama, Fantasy, RomanceThis is a story about a unique love between a mysterious creature and a young woman. Though others find him frightening, his kindness attracts her, and they fall in love despite what people think. He gives her a key, asking her to return it by a certain time, or he will die of sadness. She’s unable to do so, but unexpectedly discovers the Beast isn't monstrous – he's handsome. The film explores forbidden love, loss, and how fleeting beauty can be, taking audiences through a compelling story of longing and sorrow.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 50
The Golden EraMovie · 2014 · 177m · History, Drama, RomanceThis is the story of writer Xiao Hong, told through recollections of her passionate romance, her connection to the literary world, and her journey to escape China during World War II.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7 - 51
NosferatuMovie · 1922 · 89mA real estate agent, happily married, is summoned by the enigmatic Count Orlok to the Count's castle in the Transylvanian mountains to finalize a disturbing transaction.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 52
Donnie DarkoMovie · 2001 · 114m · Fantasy, Drama, MysteryFollowing a close call in a strange accident, a troubled teenager begins experiencing vivid visions of a giant rabbit. The rabbit seems to control him, leading him to commit a series of crimes.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 53
The Young and Prodigious T.S. SpivetMovie · 2013 · 105m · Adventure, Drama, FamilyA gifted ten-year-old cartographer secretly departs his Montana family's ranch – his cowboy father and scientist mother – and journeys cross-country aboard a freight train. His destination: Washington D.C., where he's scheduled to receive an award at the Smithsonian Institute.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 54
The 400 BlowsMovie · 1959 · 99m · DramaThe film chronicles the difficult life of young Antoine Doinel as he struggles with situations often caused by his own actions, but frequently worsened by the indifference of the adults around him. Living with neglectful parents and depending on his friend Rene, Antoine yearns for a better future, constantly devising ways to escape their harsh reality. When one of his plans goes wrong, he ends up in legal trouble, deepening his conflict with authority figures who consistently stifle his hopes. This story of growing up examines the complexities of adolescence against a backdrop of societal pressures and family tensions.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 55
The Grand Budapest HotelMovie · 2014 · 100m · Comedy, DramaThe Grand Budapest Hotel follows a renowned concierge at a prestigious European hotel during the interwar period and his developing friendship with a young employee who becomes his close protégé. Their story centers on the theft and recovery of a valuable Renaissance painting, a struggle for a vast family inheritance, and the gradual, then rapid, changes that swept across Europe in the first half of the 20th century.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 56
Lost in TranslationMovie · 2003 · 102m · Drama, Romance, ComedyIn Tokyo, two people adrift – a young woman feeling overlooked by her photographer husband and a faded movie star filming a commercial – discover a unique comfort and a sense of freedom in each other's presence, a welcome escape from their American lives.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 57
Nymphomaniac: Vol. IMovie · 2013 · 118m · DramaSeligman discovers an injured woman unconscious in an alley and takes her home. She introduces herself as Joe and reveals she is a nymphomaniac. Joe recounts her life and sexual encounters with numerous men since adolescence, while Seligman describes his interests, including fly fishing, studying Fibonacci numbers, and listening to organ music.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 58
Extremely Loud & Incredibly CloseMovie · 2011 · 129m · DramaA year after his father dies, Oskar, a troubled young boy, finds a mysterious key he believes his father left for him. He then sets out on a scavenger hunt to find the lock it fits.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 59
DriveMovie · 2011 · 100m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeDriver is a Hollywood stuntman who secretly works as a getaway driver for criminals. He keeps people at arm's length until he meets his attractive neighbor, Irene, and her son, Benicio. When Irene’s husband is released from prison, he asks Driver to help with a million-dollar robbery. The heist goes wrong, forcing Driver to protect Irene and Benicio from the dangerous people who want revenge.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 60
GomorrahMovie · 2008 · 136m · Drama, CrimeThis film offers a look inside the world of Italy's contemporary crime families, specifically the Camorra in Naples and Caserta. Based on the work of Roberto Saviano, it reveals a reality dominated by power, wealth, and violence. Residents of the region are constantly confronted with the Camorra's demands, leaving little room for personal freedom. Only a select few manage to escape the cycle of crime and live a semblance of normalcy.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 61
Black SwanMovie · 2010 · 108m · Drama, Thriller, HorrorA dedicated dancer finds herself battling to stay grounded after landing the principal role in a performance of Tchaikovsky’s "Swan Lake."IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 62
You, the LivingMovie · 2007 · 89m · Drama, Comedy, MusicIn the Swedish city of Lethe, a series of brief, darkly humorous scenes unfold, depicting people from all walks of life. These vignettes are fleeting, lasting only seconds to a couple of minutes each. We see a young woman recalling a dream honeymoon with a rock guitarist, a man waking from a nightmare about bomber planes, a businessman boasting about his success while being pickpocketed, and other similar moments. The collection is set to Dixieland jazz and related music.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 63
AmélieMovie · 2001 · 122m · Comedy, RomanceIn a small café in Paris, the sweet but shy Amélie discovers she finds joy in secretly helping people. She dedicates herself to matchmaking, offering small acts of kindness, and generally improving the lives around her. However, her world shifts when she meets a charming stranger, forcing her to consider if she’s ready to pursue her own happiness and find love.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 64
Fires on the PlainMovie · 1959 · 105m · Drama, WarIn the final days of World War II, a Japanese soldier with tuberculosis is abandoned on the devastated Philippine island of Leyte. Left alone after his unit retreats, he must survive the dangerous landscape while battling his own declining health.
This story portrays the harsh realities of war through the eyes of a solitary soldier facing death. The rugged beauty of Leyte reflects his internal struggles, and his determination to endure against impossible odds forms the heart of this moving journey through the end of the war.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 65
EdenMovie · 2014 · 131m · Drama, MusicIn early-1990s Paris, Paul, a teenager, starts a DJ group with his friends. Together, they immerse themselves in the city's vibrant nightlife, exploring a world of sex, drugs, and non-stop music.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 66
The Wages of FearMovie · 1953 · 153m · Drama, Thriller, AdventureFour men in a remote South American village are tasked with a perilous mission: transporting trucks filled with unstable nitroglycerin through a dangerous jungle to an oil field. The journey tests their courage as they face wild dangers and growing tensions among themselves. The film portrays the delicate balance between life and death, as the men push their friendship and loyalty to the breaking point against overwhelming odds.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 67
Never Let Me GoMovie · 2010 · 104m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionKathy, Ruth, and Tommy share a childhood at a peaceful, isolated English boarding school. As adults, they grapple with the depth of their feelings for each other, while bracing themselves for a difficult truth.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 68
Moonrise KingdomMovie · 2012 · 94m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn the summer of 1965, on an island off New England, two twelve-year-olds fall in love and decide to elope into the wilderness. Their secret is discovered, and authorities pursue them as a violent storm approaches, disrupting the island community.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7 - 69
The Royal TenenbaumsMovie · 2001 · 110m · Comedy, DramaRoyal Tenenbaum and his wife Etheline had three children before separating. All three children are exceptionally gifted – true geniuses. But two decades of betrayal, failure, and misfortune have largely obscured their former brilliance, with most blaming their father. "The Royal Tenenbaums" tells the story of this family's surprising and sudden reunion one winter.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 70A Corner of HeavenMovie · 2014 · 94mIn the fall, a thirteen-year-old boy sets out to find his missing mother. He leaves his younger sister with their grandfather and embarks on a journey to locate her.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.5
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White GodMovie · 2014 · 121m · DramaLili, a 13-year-old girl, struggles to protect her dog, Hagen. She's heartbroken when her father releases Hagen onto the streets. Still hopeful that love can solve any problem, Lili embarks on a mission to find him. After failing to locate his owner, Hagen joins a revolt by dogs, leading them in a revolution against their mistreatment by humans.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 72
The ConformistMovie · 1971 · 108m · DramaThe film follows an Italian man struggling with his beliefs. Initially shy, he becomes deeply involved with the fascist regime, evolving into a devoted supporter. He's then tasked with a disturbing mission: to assassinate his former teacher, who is now in exile and speaking out against the regime. The protagonist is torn between loyalty to the corrupt system and his own conscience, and to the man who once guided him. This story examines the conflict between ideologies, betrayal, and the search for identity under a totalitarian government.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 73
The Cabinet of Dr. CaligariMovie · 1920 · 77mFrancis, a young man, remembers the disturbing events he and his fiancée Jane recently endured. Francis and his friend Alan visit The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, an exhibition where the enigmatic doctor displays the somnambulist Cesare, briefly awakening him from his deathlike slumber.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9 - 74
The 39 StepsMovie · 1935 · 86m · Mystery, ThrillerIn Alfred Hitchcock's classic thriller, "The 39 Steps," Richard Hanney is caught in a dangerous game after finding a dead woman in his bed. He's immediately suspected of being involved in an assassination plot, so he flees the chaos of London to the Scottish highlands to clear his name and expose a secret spy network called The 39 Steps. He meets Pamela, a woman who helps him uncover the truth behind the conspiracy. The film combines suspenseful action, humor, and romance to tell a compelling story of deception.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 75
Little Miss SunshineMovie · 2006 · 102m · Comedy, DramaA family of eccentric individuals embarks on a road trip to California when their daughter, Olive, participates in a beauty pageant. They travel together in a vintage van.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 76
SupernovaMovie · 2014 · 90mFifteen-year-old Meis lives in a remote, isolated area, dreaming of an exciting future. However, his days are marked only by the slow passage of time, spent waiting for the inevitable: the next car crash at his family home.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.8 - 77
MelancholiaMovie · 2011 · 130m · Drama, Science FictionA difficult relationship between two sisters is further tested when a strange new planet appears on a collision course with Earth.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 78
The Tree of LifeMovie · 2011 · 139m · Drama, FantasyThis film is an impressionistic look at a Texas family in the 1950s. It follows Jack, the eldest son, from childhood into adulthood as he struggles to understand his complicated relationship with his father. Lost in the changing modern world, Jack searches for meaning and purpose, questioning both faith and the nature of existence.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 79
The Rules of the GameMovie · 1939 · 106m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceA wealthy marquis hosts a weekend gathering at his lavish country estate, bringing together a group of high-society acquaintances for banquets, leisure, and conversation.
But beneath the polished surface, tensions rise. Personal resentments and hidden rivalries emerge as the weekend progresses, exposing uncomfortable truths about the guests' relationships. The elegant setting becomes a stage for revelations that challenge their privileged world.
What began as a glamorous escape transforms into a disturbing look at class, ambition, and envy. Surrounded by grandeur, the guests are forced to confront their insecurities, revealing the darker aspects of themselves during this isolated weekend.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 80
A Spell to Ward Off the DarknessMovie · 2013 · 99mThe film follows a man through three distinct periods: as part of a fifteen-person community on an Estonian island, isolated in the Finnish wilderness, and as the vocalist for a black metal band in Norway. Across these experiences, he develops a radical plan for building a utopian society in the here and now.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 81
Inherent ViceMovie · 2014 · 149m · Drama, Mystery, ComedyLos Angeles, 1970s. Detective Larry "Doc" Sportello, battling drug addiction, takes on the case of his ex-girlfriend's disappearance.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 82
Silver Linings PlaybookMovie · 2012 · 122m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceFollowing a job loss, divorce, and a period of institutionalization, a former teacher returns home to live with his parents. He's determined to rebuild his life and win back his wife, but his father's enthusiasm for the Philadelphia Eagles presents a challenge. His plans become complicated when he meets Tiffany Maxwell, who offers assistance in reconnecting with his wife – for a significant favor.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.1 - 83
A Girl Walks Home Alone at NightMovie · 2014 · 101m · Horror, RomanceIn the desolate Iranian ghost town of Bad City, a place steeped in death and isolation, the residents live unknowingly under the gaze of a solitary vampire.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 84
The ReaperMovie · 2014 · 98mA man working in a small Croatian village is troubled by memories of his past. Over the course of one night, he experiences a series of events that change everything.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.2 - 85
Sand DollarsMovie · 2015 · 85mEach afternoon, Noelí, a young Dominican woman, spends time on the beach in Las Terrenas with her boyfriend, Yeremi, seeking opportunities to earn money from the many tourists who visit. Noelí also has a regular client in Anne, an older French woman who has chosen the island as a peaceful place to spend her final years. For Noelí, the arrangement is practical, but her feelings deepen as they make plans to leave for Paris together.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 86
TodayMovie · 2014 · 88mIn this subtle and intimate drama from acclaimed Iranian director Reza Mirkarimi, a Tehran taxi driver unexpectedly finds himself responsible for a young, pregnant woman fleeing a difficult situation. He races her to the hospital, becoming her unlikely protector.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 87
Songs from the Second FloorMovie · 2000 · 99m · Drama, ComedyA massive traffic jam forms the setting for the everyday lives of people in a Swedish city.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 88
HannaMovie · 2011 · 111m · Action, Thriller, AdventureHanna was trained from childhood by her father, a former CIA agent, in the Finnish wilderness to become a lethal assassin. When he sends her on a mission, she travels across Europe, pursued by relentless agents sent by a ruthless intelligence operative. As Hanna closes in on her target, she begins to uncover shocking truths about her own origins.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 89
Jane EyreMovie · 2011 · 120m · Drama, RomanceFollowing a difficult childhood, Jane Eyre becomes a governess. She finds contentment at Thornfield Hall, where she encounters Mr. Rochester, the estate's reserved and intense owner. Jane and Mr. Rochester develop a close friendship, and Jane falls in love with him. Just as happiness seems within reach, Mr. Rochester's dark secret threatens to shatter everything.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 90
The Imitation GameMovie · 2014 · 113m · History, Drama, ThrillerThis film tells the true story of Alan Turing, a brilliant cryptanalyst, and his team at Bletchley Park. During World War II, they raced against time to break the enemy's codes.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 91
The Act of KillingMovie · 2012 · 117m · Documentary, HistoryThis disturbing documentary features former Indonesian death squad leaders performing dramatizations of their past mass killings, using different film styles. The reenactments create a confusing mix of reality and fiction, revealing the lasting effects of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist violence and offering a glimpse into the minds of those who carried it out.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.7 - 92
The Science of SleepMovie · 2006 · 106m · Comedy, Drama, FantasyLost in his own vivid dreams, a man falls deeply in love with a French woman and wants to share his unique perspective with her.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 93
Jimmy's HallMovie · 2014 · 106m · History, DramaJimmy Gralton comes back from New York and reopens the community hall he cares about. However, he faces resistance from the local church.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 94
JaujaMovie · 2014 · 110m · Western, DramaA father and daughter travel from Denmark to a mysterious desert, a place outside of normal society.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 95
Man on High HeelsMovie · 2014 · 125m · Action, DramaDetective Ji-wook is known for his skill, but secretly identifies as a woman and decides to undergo gender reassignment surgery. His plans are disrupted when a ruthless gang seeks revenge against him.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 96
A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on ExistenceMovie · 2014 · 100m · Drama, Comedy, FantasyThis pitch-black comedy blends absurdity, surrealism, and shocking moments, shifting seamlessly between nightmare, fantasy, and deadpan humor. It explores the enduring theme of human cruelty.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 97
Amour FouMovie · 2014 · 96m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceDriven by a desire to overcome death through love, Heinrich encounters Henriette, the wife of a business associate. Upon learning she has a terminal illness, Henriette proposes a suicide pact.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 98
NoMovie · 2012 · 118m · Drama, HistoryIn 1988, facing international pressure, Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet is compelled to hold a vote on whether he can stay in power for another eight years. Opposition leaders recruit a young, ambitious advertising executive named René Saavedra to lead their "No" campaign. With limited resources and under constant surveillance by Pinochet's forces, Saavedra and his team develop a daring strategy to win the election and liberate Chile.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 99
MMovie · 1931 · 109m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeSet in 1930s Berlin, this intense German thriller follows the city's descent into fear as a serial killer targets children. Hans Beckert, chillingly portrayed, begins a violent series of attacks, prompting the police and criminal world to desperately hunt him. The film explores morality and societal breakdown as Berlin struggles with chaos caused by Beckert’s crimes. As Beckert finds himself isolated even among criminals, the audience witnesses a disturbing exploration of the pursuit of justice. With its evocative visuals and strong performances, this classic thriller continues to captivate audiences.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.1 - 100
SnowpiercerMovie · 2013 · 127m · Action, Science Fiction, DramaAfter a disastrous attempt to combat global warming decimates Earth's population, humanity survives aboard Snowpiercer, a train perpetually circling the globe. Within its walls, a rigid class system has emerged.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
