164 Films Contending for an Oscar
164 titles
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BabylonMovie · 2022 · 189m · Drama, ComedyThis is a story about people consumed by big dreams and excessive indulgence. It follows several characters as they experience success and failure during the late 1920s, a time of wild parties and moral looseness when Hollywood was changing from silent movies to films with sound.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 102
Salvatore: Shoemaker of DreamsMovie · 2021 · 109mEarly in the 20th century, Salvatore Ferragamo, a poor teenage cobbler from Naples, traveled to America hoping for opportunity. He established himself in Southern California, quickly becoming the preferred shoemaker for Hollywood's stars during the silent film era. In 1927, he returned to Italy and founded his own luxury brand in Florence. This documentary tells the story of his life.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 103
Holy SpiderMovie · 2022 · 118m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA journalist investigates the serial murders of sex workers in Mashhad, Iran, committed by a man known as the "Spider Killer." He believes he's purifying the city by eliminating sinners. The investigation leads her into the city's hidden, dangerous world.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 104
CowMovie · 2022 · 93m · DocumentaryThis film offers an intimate look at the everyday lives of two cows. Through quiet, observational photography – mostly close-up shots – we witness their daily routines. Their existence is simple, almost monotonous, yet everything they do ultimately serves a purpose within the human food supply.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.4 - 105
Something in the DirtMovie · 2022 · 116m · Comedy, Horror, MysteryJohn and Levi, neighbors in a Los Angeles apartment building, begin to document strange, unexplainable occurrences they witness together. They see an opportunity for fame and financial gain in capturing evidence of the paranormal, hoping to transform their unfulfilling lives.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 106
To LeslieMovie · 2022 · 119m · DramaA single mother in West Texas hits the lottery and quickly loses all the money, causing devastation. Years later, her appeal fades and she's adrift, so she struggles to rebuild her life and find a way to make amends.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 107
Tell It Like a WomanMovie · 2022 · 112m*Tell It Like A Woman* features seven stories directed by women from around the globe, filmed in Italy, India, Japan, and the U.S. Each story is an inspiring and uplifting portrayal of women, created by women, for a universal audience.IMDb 3.7TMDB 4.1 - 108
Return to SeoulMovie · 2022 · 119m · DramaFreddie, 25, impulsively travels to South Korea to visit friends, marking her first return to the country where she was born before being adopted and raised in France. This unexpected trip plunges Freddie into a journey that dramatically alters her life.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3 - 109
Glass Onion: A Knives Out MysteryMovie · 2022 · 140m · Comedy, Crime, MysteryRenowned detective Benoit Blanc travels to Greece to investigate a mystery involving a wealthy technology entrepreneur and his unusual group of companions.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 110
Minions: The Rise of GruMovie · 2022 · 87m · Family, Comedy, AdventureGru, a devoted admirer of the supervillain group the Vicious 6, devises a scheme to prove his villainy and earn a place among them, supported by his loyal Minions.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.3 - 111
Drifting HomeMovie · 2022 · 121m · Animation, Fantasy, AdventureDuring one summer, a group of young children finds themselves isolated on a deserted apartment building and must rely on their own strength to find their way back.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.4 - 112
Neptune FrostMovie · 2022 · 110mIn the hills of Burundi, a group of miners who escaped from coltan mines create an anti-colonial hacker group. Operating from a camp in a vast e-waste dump, they plot to overthrow the authoritarian government that controls the region's resources and its people. When a runaway with an intersex identity and a former miner meet, a strange connection disrupts the larger power structure.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 113
RRRMovie · 2022 · 185m · Action, Adventure, DramaThis is a fictional account of the early life of two legendary revolutionaries, charting their path away from their homeland in the 1920s. It follows their journey as they prepare for their fight for their country.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 114
The Bob's Burgers MovieMovie · 2022 · 102m · Animation, Music, ComedyA broken water main causes a massive sinkhole directly in front of Bob's Burgers, blocking the restaurant and disrupting the Belchers' summer plans. Bob and Linda work to keep the business running, while their children try to uncover a clue that might save the restaurant. Facing increasing challenges, the family rallies together, finding strength in each other as they fight to reopen their doors.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 115
Scrooge: A Christmas CarolMovie · 2022 · 97m · Animation, Family, FantasyOn a cold Christmas Eve, the greedy Ebenezer Scrooge has one last chance to confront his past and alter his future. Time is running out.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8 - 116
A BalladMovie · 2022 · 120mMeri, a 30-year-old homemaker and mother to 8-year-old Mila, returns to her childhood home after a decade of marriage. She quickly finds herself trapped by her family's traditional expectations and a complicated relationship with her ambitious mother and entitled brother. Her hopes of gaining custody of Mila diminish as she struggles to find stable work. The only source of joy for Meri, though viewed with disapproval by others, is her participation in an audition for a film role in her neighborhood.IMDb 5.7TMDB 7.0 - 117
AmsterdamMovie · 2022 · 134m · Mystery, Comedy, DramaDuring the 1930s, three friends – a doctor, a nurse, and a lawyer – witness a murder. They then find themselves suspected of the crime and begin to unravel a shockingly elaborate scheme with far-reaching consequences.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 118
All Quiet on the Western FrontMovie · 2022 · 147m · War, History, DramaDriven by romantic notions of bravery, Paul Baumer, along with his friends Albert and Muller, willingly join the German army. Filled with enthusiasm and patriotic pride, the young men eagerly march towards a war they believe in. However, upon reaching the Western Front, they confront the devastating reality and soul-crushing horror of World War I.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 119
Bad AxeMovie · 2022 · 100mThis is a real-time look at 2020, following an Asian-American family in rural America as they struggle to save their restaurant and their vision of the American dream. They face challenges from the pandemic, white supremacists, and the lingering trauma of the Cambodian Killing Fields experienced by previous generations.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.2 - 120
Mars OneMovie · 2022 · 115m · DramaIn Brazil, a Black middle-class family navigates the challenges following the election of a far-right president. The mother feels afflicted by a curse after a surprising event, while the father invests all his optimism in their son's potential as a soccer player.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 121
AlcarràsMovie · 2022 · 115m · DramaIn a small Catalan village, the Solé family's peach farmers gather each summer to harvest fruit from their orchard. Their close-knit community is threatened when plans are made to install solar panels, requiring the removal of trees and ultimately leading to their eviction – and the loss of something deeply important to them.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 122
UtamaMovie · 2022 · 88m · DramaIn the Bolivian highlands, Virginio and Sisa, an elderly Quechua couple who have lived a simple life for many years, confront a desperate choice during an extended drought: persevere against the harsh conditions or succumb to the environment and the inevitable effects of aging.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 123
AftershockMovie · 2022 · 86mEach year, a shockingly high number of Black women in the U.S. experience preventable deaths related to childbirth. Shamony Gibson and Amber Rose Isaac were young mothers with promising futures, but their deaths from complications during pregnancy and delivery could have been avoided. Now, their partners and families are working to raise awareness about this serious issue, which has been largely overlooked.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.3 - 124
DescendantMovie · 2022 · 111mThe past lives on in the stories of Africatown residents in Mobile, Alabama, who have passed down tales of their origins for generations. Their community was created by enslaved people brought to America in 1860 on the Clotilda, the last known illegal slave ship. Although the ship was destroyed upon arrival, its memory endured. The recent discovery of the Clotilda’s remains now gives the community a concrete connection to their ancestors and confirms a history that was long suppressed.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.3 - 125
Fire of LoveMovie · 2022 · 93m · DocumentaryA passionate and perilous love story unfolds between Katia and Maurice Krafft, two adventurous French scientists, and their shared obsession: volcanoes. Their lives become inextricably linked to the fiery forces of nature, leading them on a relentless pursuit of scientific discovery in the most dangerous places on Earth.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 126
I Didn't See You ThereMovie · 2022 · 72mFilmmaker Reid Davenport, who uses a wheelchair, frequently experiences being either stared at or overlooked by others. The appearance of a circus tent near his home leads him to reflect on the history of freak shows, where people considered different were displayed for entertainment. Considering the connection to his own work, which centers on disability, Davenport decides to make a film about his perspective on the world, all while remaining unseen.IMDb 6.9 - 127
The ExilesMovie · 2022 · 96mChristine Choy is a bold and influential documentarian, cinematographer, and professor, embodying the spirit of New York. Her films and teaching have shaped many artists. In 1989, she began filming the leaders of the Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests as they fled to exile after the June 4th crackdown. Though she never completed the project, Choy now travels to Taiwan, Maryland, and Paris, sharing the archival footage with the dissidents who have been unable to return to China.IMDb 7.2TMDB 8.0 - 128
The JanesMovie · 2022 · 101mIgnoring laws against abortion, the Catholic Church's opposition, and the Chicago Mob's financial interests, the women of "Jane" risked everything to help women seeking abortions. During the years before Roe v. Wade, when abortion was illegal in most states and even discussing it was a crime in Illinois, the Janes offered affordable and free abortions to an estimated 11,000 women.IMDb 7.6TMDB 5.6 - 129
Fire IslandMovie · 2022 · 105m · Comedy, RomanceA group of gay best friends celebrate their annual reunion in Fire Island Pines with a week of joy and humor. But as desires ignite, conflicts arise, and indulgence takes hold, testing the strength of their friendship.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 130
UnchartedMovie · 2022 · 116m · Action, AdventureNathan Drake, a resourceful young man, and his quick-witted partner Victor "Sully" Sullivan chase a legendary, undiscovered treasure. Their quest also involves following clues that could reunite Nathan with his brother, whom he hasn't seen in years.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.9 - 131
All That BreathesMovie · 2022 · 97m · Documentary, DramaIn a New Delhi choked by pollution and growing unrest, two brothers dedicate themselves to safeguarding a single black kite, a creature struggling to survive amidst the chaos.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 132
Mrs. Harris Goes to ParisMovie · 2022 · 116m · Drama, Comedy, HistoryIn 1950s London, a cleaning lady develops an unexpected passion for a Christian Dior haute couture dress and risks everything to acquire it.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 133
A Piece of SkyMovie · 2022 · 136mMarco, a sturdy man from the lowlands, finds work as a farmhand for Alois in a secluded Swiss village. Even the locals at the inn are starting to warm up to the tea-drinking newcomer. Anna, a village girl with a daughter named Julia, and Marco begin a relationship that many question. However, they marry, their love expressed through simple affection. Their bond deepens with trust and tenderness, finding joy in everyday moments – like caring for the cows. But as time passes, Marco increasingly struggles to control his desires.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.7 - 134
MidwivesMovie · 2022 · 89mIn a nation ravaged by conflict, Hla, a Buddhist, runs a clinic in western Myanmar, serving the Rohingya, a Muslim minority community facing persecution and denied fundamental rights. Nyo Nyo, a Muslim apprentice midwife, assists Hla, translating for patients. Despite generations of family history in the area, Nyo Nyo's people are still treated as outsiders. Inspired by Hla’s daily risks to help Muslim patients, Nyo Nyo is driven to become a reliable healthcare provider for her community.IMDb 6.9TMDB 8.0 - 135
My Father's DragonMovie · 2022 · 99m · Animation, Adventure, FamilyAfter moving to the city with his mother, Elmer struggles to adjust and runs away, seeking the legendary Wild Island and a young dragon in need of rescue. His journey takes him through encounters with dangerous creatures and to a mysterious island, where he forms a lasting friendship.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.1 - 136
The Quiet GirlMovie · 2022 · 94m · DramaA shy, overlooked girl is sent to spend the summer with relatives. She begins to thrive under their care, but in this home where honesty is expected, she uncovers a hidden secret.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 137
Funny PagesMovie · 2022 · 87m · Comedy, DramaA teenage cartoonist leaves behind the ease of his suburban home, searching for something deeper.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7 - 138
Where the Wind BlowsMovie · 2023 · 144mThis story follows two contrasting police officers as they climb the ranks during British rule in Hong Kong. Their paths diverge as they become targets for both powerful criminal organizations and a determined anti-corruption task force seeking to expose their flaws.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 139
The Sea BeastMovie · 2022 · 115m · Animation, Adventure, ActionA young girl secretly joins a renowned sea monster hunter on his ship, and together they embark on a grand voyage into unknown territories, achieving a historic feat.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.3 - 140
The TerritoryMovie · 2022 · 85mSince encountering non-Native Brazilians, the Indigenous Uru-eu-wau-wau people have experienced a decline in their numbers and threats to their way of life. Despite being promised control over their rainforest land, they've been targeted by illegal logging and mining, and more recently, by land invasions fueled by politicians like President Jair Bolsonaro. Deforestation is increasing rapidly, making the situation a global concern.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.8 - 141
A Love SongMovie · 2022 · 81m · Drama, RomanceA couple who knew each other as children, both now grieving the loss of their spouses, spend an evening together by a lake in the mountains.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 142
The NorthmanMovie · 2022 · 137m · Action, Adventure, FantasyPrince Amleth is about to become a man when his father is murdered by his uncle, who then takes Amleth's mother captive. Twenty years later, Amleth is a Viking determined to rescue his mother, kill his uncle, and avenge his father's death.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 143
BlondeMovie · 2022 · 167m · DramaThis fictional story reimagines the life of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe, following her from a difficult childhood through her ascent to fame and relationships. It explores the growing gap between her carefully crafted public image and her private life, blurring the boundaries between what is known and what is imagined.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.9 - 144
Last Flight HomeMovie · 2022 · 101mEli Timoner, a devoted husband, father, and the founder of Air Florida in the 1970s, chooses to end his life through medical means. Over the next 15 days, while physically confined to bed, Eli shares goodbyes with his family and helps them cope with his impending death. His loved ones reflect on his achievements and hardships, grappling with their inability to understand his decision.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 145
LightyearMovie · 2022 · 105m · Animation, Science Fiction, FamilySpace Ranger Buzz Lightyear goes on a journey across the galaxy with a team of eager new recruits and his robot sidekick, Sox.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9 - 146
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.Movie · 2022 · 103mFollowing a major public scandal, Trinitie Childs, the wife of a well-known pastor at a large Southern Baptist church, works to help her husband, Lee-Curtis Childs, regain the trust of their congregation.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.7 - 147
Decision to LeaveMovie · 2022 · 139m · Thriller, Mystery, RomanceA man falls to his death from a South Korean mountaintop. Was it suicide, or something more sinister? Detective Hae-joon investigates, initially focusing on the deceased man’s wife, Seo-rae. However, the deeper he investigates, the more entangled he becomes in a complicated story of lies and hidden feelings.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 148
Holy EmyMovie · 2022 · 111mA young Filipina woman investigates a possible connection between her unusual bleeding disorder and her mother's reputed ability to heal.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.5 - 149
NavalnyMovie · 2022 · 98m · DocumentaryThis film tells the story of a man who survived a poisoning attempt using a deadly nerve agent in August 2020. While recovering for months, he uncovers startling truths about the attack and ultimately chooses to return to his home.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.2 - 150
Let Me Be MeMovie · 2022 · 75mThis is a coming-of-age story about Kyle Westphal, a socially isolated autistic boy who is captivated by fabric. After participating in an experimental autism treatment program, Westphal discovers a path to becoming a fashion designer. The film follows twenty years of his development, viewed with honesty and warmth by his family. Using observational footage, old materials, and animation, the movie shows how Kyle's love for fashion changed him and his family.IMDb 6.3 - 151
The WonderMovie · 2022 · 108m · Drama, MysteryA nurse, troubled by her history, journeys from England to a secluded Irish village in 1862. She arrives to examine a young girl who is believed to be undergoing a miraculous fast.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 152
NarcosisMovie · 2022 · 112mWhen a professional cave diver doesn't return from an expedition, his wife and two young children grapple with unanswered questions and the difficult path to finding closure.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.2 - 153
BrokerMovie · 2022 · 129m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeBurdened by debt, Sang-hyun and Dong-soo are living hand-to-mouth. They seize an opportunity on a rainy night, stealing baby Woo-sung from a baby box with the intention of selling him for a substantial sum. Unbeknownst to them, detectives have been monitoring their activities, carefully following their trail to gather the evidence needed for their arrest.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 154
Marry MeMovie · 2022 · 112m · Romance, Comedy, MusicWhen a pop superstar discovers her fiancé is unfaithful, she impulsively marries a complete stranger. The couple must quickly determine if a relationship can thrive between two people with such vastly different lives.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 155
The SonMovie · 2022 · 123m · DramaA successful lawyer, recently married with a new baby, agrees to take in his teenage son. His ex-wife worries about the son's behavior and asks him to care for the boy.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 156
Catherine Called BirdyMovie · 2022 · 108m · Adventure, ComedyIn medieval England, a teenage girl struggles to define her own path while resisting the arranged marriages her father intends for her.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 157
Inu-OhMovie · 2022 · 98m · Animation, Drama, MusicIn 14th century Japan, a dancer burdened by a curse and a musician who is blind find themselves outsiders. They form a partnership and a close friendship, and together, their spectacular concerts lead them to fame.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 158
Cairo ConspiracyMovie · 2022 · 121m · ThrillerThe son of a fisherman receives an exceptional opportunity to study at Al-Azhar University in Cairo, the heart of Sunni Islam. Soon after arriving, the death of the university’s most respected religious leader, the Grand Imam, thrusts the young student into the middle of a dangerous power play between Egypt's religious and political leaders.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 159
Chernobyl: The Lost TapesMovie · 2022 · 96m · DocumentaryThirty-six years after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in Soviet Ukraine, newly discovered archival footage and interviews reveal a powerful and disturbing account of the event's scale and impact. The film documents the Soviet government's efforts to conceal the incident, including the deployment of soldiers to contain the damage. *Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes* presents the complete, unfiltered truth about one of the twentieth century’s most misunderstood tragedies.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.3 - 160
Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a SongMovie · 2022 · 115mThis documentary examines the life of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, focusing on how his famous song "Hallelujah" reflects his experiences.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 161
The Deer KingMovie · 2021 · 113m · Animation, Drama, AdventureAfter a devastating war, Van, a former soldier, works in a mine controlled by the empire. His isolated life changes when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly, incurable disease attacks, leaving him and a young girl named Yuna as the only survivors. Seeking a peaceful life in the countryside, they are hunted by powerful enemies. Determined to protect Yuna, Van must discover the origin of the plague and find a way to stop it.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 162
EOMovie · 2022 · 88m · Drama, AdventureSeen through the eyes of a donkey, the world is full of wonder. EO, a grey donkey with a wistful gaze, encounters both kind and cruel people as he journeys through life. He knows happiness and sorrow, fortune and misfortune, despair and unexpected joy. Yet, throughout it all, he never loses his inherent innocence.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 163
Spoiler AlertMovie · 2022 · 110m · Romance, Comedy, DramaJournalist Michael Ausiello experiences a profound emotional journey when his 14-year partner, Kit Cowan, receives a terminal cancer diagnosis.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 164
RetrogradeMovie · 2022 · 94mThis film follows the final months of the twenty-year war in Afghanistan, focusing on the close bond that develops between American Green Berets and the Afghan officers they trained.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
