23 Essential Films from Roger Ebert
23 titles
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Rabbit HoleMovie · 2010 · 91m · DramaA couple's life is shattered when their young son dies in an accident, profoundly changing everything.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7
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The AmericanMovie · 2010 · 104m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerAn assassin named Jack is sent to a quiet Italian town to wait for his next assignment. There, he begins a life of leisure that proves dangerously appealing.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
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InceptionMovie · 2010 · 148m · Action, Science Fiction, AdventureCobb is a highly skilled thief who steals secrets by entering people's dreams. He's given a chance to return to his normal life if he takes on an impossible job: "inception," planting an idea into someone's subconscious.Stream onIMDb 8.8TMDB 8.4
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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.Stream on - 5
127 HoursMovie · 2010 · 94m · Adventure, Drama, ThrillerThis is the true story of Aron Ralston, a mountain climber who must find a way to survive after a boulder falls and traps his arm against a canyon wall in remote Utah.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
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Solitary ManMovie · 2009 · 90m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceA successful car industry executive experiences a downward spiral as his personal and professional life unravel due to affairs.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9
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The King's SpeechMovie · 2010 · 118m · Drama, HistoryThe King's Speech is the story of Prince Albert, who becomes King George VI, father to Queen Elizabeth II. When his brother steps down, Albert ('Bertie') unexpectedly inherits the throne. Struggling with a severe stutter and deemed unready to rule, Bertie seeks help from an unconventional speech therapist, Lionel Logue. Through surprising methods and a growing friendship, Bertie learns to speak confidently and bravely guides his nation through war.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7
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I Am LoveMovie · 2010 · 120m · Drama, RomanceEmma moved from Russia to Italy to be with her husband. She is now a respected mother of three in a prominent industrial family, but feels a lack of satisfaction. Her world begins to change when Antonio, a gifted chef and her son's friend, sparks a new awareness within her.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
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MonstersMovie · 2010 · 94m · Drama, Thriller, Science FictionSix years ago, NASA found evidence of alien life in our solar system. A probe sent to collect samples crashed over Central America. Shortly after, new life forms emerged, leading to a quarantine of half of Mexico. Now, the U.S. and Mexican military are still fighting to contain these creatures. A journalist agrees to guide a frightened tourist through the infected zone in Mexico to the U.S. border.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
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The Secret in Their EyesMovie · 2009 · 130m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaRetired criminal investigator Benjamín tries to resolve lingering issues from a previous case by writing a novel about the unsolved rape and murder of a new bride. He works with a former colleague, Judge Irene, to understand what happened.Stream on - 11
Winter's BoneMovie · 2010 · 101m · Drama, MysteryWhen Ree Dolly learns her father mortgaged their home for his bail and vanished, the 17-year-old is forced to navigate the dangerous world of local criminals and the unforgiving Ozark landscape. She must find her father and protect her family.Stream on - 12
The Kids Are All RightMovie · 2010 · 106m · Comedy, DramaNic and Jules have a son and a daughter via artificial insemination. When their children are old enough, both secretly seek out the donor. Unexpectedly, the donor begins to form attachments to the two mothers and their children, changing their lives in profound ways.Stream on - 13
The Social NetworkMovie · 2010 · 121m · DramaIn 2003, Harvard student and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg develops an idea that evolves into Facebook, the world's largest social network. By 2009, Zuckerberg has become one of the youngest billionaires, but his rapid success brings unexpected challenges. He faces two lawsuits: one from a former friend, creating significant personal and legal difficulties.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
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All Good ThingsMovie · 2010 · 101m · Mystery, Thriller, RomanceThis film explores the true love story and unsolved murder of a highly publicized case in New York. Using newly discovered evidence, court documents, and theories, it delves into the details of this infamous crime.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0
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Another YearMovie · 2010 · 129m · Drama, ComedyOver the course of a year, a happily married couple nearing retirement are visited by friends and family who are struggling with their own dissatisfaction.Stream on - 16
SomewhereMovie · 2010 · 97m · DramaSeeking refuge at the Chateau Marmont, a detached Hollywood actor begins to reconsider his life when his daughter unexpectedly visits him.Stream on - 17
CarlosMovie · 2010 · 339m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThis is the story of Ilich Ramirez Sanchez, a Venezuelan revolutionary who established a global terrorist group. In 1975, he led a raid on the headquarters of OPEC before being apprehended by French authorities.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.0
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The Ghost WriterMovie · 2010 · 128m · Thriller, MysteryA writer takes a job helping former British Prime Minister Adam Lang write his memoirs on a secluded island, following a mysterious drowning that claimed Lang's assistant. While working with the politician, the writer uncovers a long-buried secret.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
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ChloeMovie · 2010 · 96m · Drama, Thriller, MysteryA doctor hires an escort to seduce her husband, suspecting infidelity. However, unexpected events threaten the family's safety.Stream on - 20
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."Stream on - 21
HereafterMovie · 2010 · 129m · Drama, FantasyA working-class American, a French journalist, and a London schoolboy each experience the impact of death in distinct ways.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1
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SecretariatMovie · 2010 · 123m · DramaPenny Chenery, a housewife and mother, takes over her father's struggling Meadow Stables in Virginia, even though she knows nothing about horse racing. She overcomes considerable obstacles to succeed in a male-dominated industry, and with the guidance of experienced trainer Lucien Laurin, she ultimately achieves the historic feat of producing the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years.Stream on - 23
GreenbergMovie · 2010 · 107m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceRoger Greenberg, a musician who didn't make it big, now works as a carpenter in New York. He goes to Los Angeles to look after his brother's house, but can't leave since he doesn't drive. His brother's assistant, Florence, helps him out of this situation. Both are feeling lost, and they develop a strong connection that brings Roger a renewed sense of happiness.Stream on
