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The Shape of Water
The Shape of Water
Internet Movie Database: 7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Metacritic: 87/100
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Runtime: 123 min
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Awards: Won 4 Oscars. 137 wins & 350 nominations total
Writer: Guillermo del Toro, Vanessa Taylor
Actors: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon
Language: English, American Sign , Russian, French
Country: United States, Mexico
“The Shape of Water” is a fantasy drama film set in the 1960s, where a mute janitor forms a unique bond with a mysterious amphibious creature that is being held captive in a government laboratory. As their relationship deepens, she hatches a plan to rescue the creature with the help of her friends, risking everything for love and freedom.
Amélie
Amélie
Internet Movie Database: 8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 90%
Metacritic: 69/100
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Runtime: 122 min
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Awards: Nominated for 5 Oscars. 59 wins & 74 nominations total
Writer: Guillaume Laurant, Jean-Pierre Jeunet
Actors: Audrey Tautou, Mathieu Kassovitz, Rufus
Language: French, Russian, English
Country: France, Germany
The movie “Amélie” is a whimsical romantic comedy about a young woman named Amélie who sets out to bring happiness to the lives of those around her in Paris. Along the way, she discovers love and her own sense of purpose.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Internet Movie Database: 8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Metacritic: 89/100
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Runtime: 108 min
Genre: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 73 wins & 111 nominations total
Writer: Charlie Kaufman, Michel Gondry, Pierre Bismuth
Actors: Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson
Language: English
Country: United States
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” is a science fiction romantic drama film that follows Joel and Clementine, a couple who undergo a procedure to erase their memories of each other after a painful breakup. As their memories are being erased, Joel realizes he still wants to hold onto the memories of their relationship and fights to preserve them.
Her
Her
Internet Movie Database: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Metacritic: 91/100
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Runtime: 126 min
Genre: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 83 wins & 186 nominations total
Writer: Spike Jonze
Actors: Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson
Language: English
Country: United States
“Her” is a science fiction romantic drama film about a lonely writer who develops an emotional connection with an advanced artificial intelligence operating system, exploring themes of love, connection, and the boundaries of technology.
The Lobster
The Lobster
Internet Movie Database: 7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 87%
Metacritic: 82/100
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Runtime: 119 min
Genre: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 33 wins & 84 nominations total
Writer: Yorgos Lanthimos, Efthimis Filippou
Actors: Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Jessica Barden
Language: English, French, Greek
Country: Ireland, United Kingdom, Greece, France, Netherlands, United States, Belgium
“The Lobster” is a dystopian black comedy film set in a society where single people are given 45 days to find a romantic partner or be transformed into an animal of their choice. It follows a man who escapes to a secret rebel group in the woods, where he faces a different set of challenges in his quest for love and survival.
Being John Malkovich
Being John Malkovich
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 94%
Metacritic: 90/100
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Runtime: 113 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Awards: Nominated for 3 Oscars. 49 wins & 79 nominations total
Writer: Charlie Kaufman
Actors: John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener
Language: English
Country: United States
“Being John Malkovich” is a surreal comedy-drama film about a puppeteer who discovers a hidden portal that allows people to enter the mind and body of actor John Malkovich for a limited time, leading to a series of bizarre and existential experiences.
The Truman Show
The Truman Show
Internet Movie Database: 8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 94%
Metacritic: 90/100
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Runtime: 103 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 3 Oscars. 40 wins & 69 nominations total
Writer: Andrew Niccol
Actors: Jim Carrey, Ed Harris, Laura Linney
Language: English
Country: United States
“The Truman Show is about a man named Truman Burbank who unknowingly lives his entire life on a massive, 24/7 television set, with every aspect of his life being manipulated and controlled by the show’s creator. As Truman starts to question his reality, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth and escape from his artificial world.”
Anomalisa
Anomalisa
Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Metacritic: 88/100
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Runtime: 90 min
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 24 wins & 79 nominations total
Writer: Charlie Kaufman
Actors: David Thewlis, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tom Noonan
Language: English, Italian, Japanese
Country: United Kingdom, United States
“Anomalisa” is a stop-motion animated film that follows a middle-aged man named Michael Stone, who perceives everyone around him as having the same voice and appearance, until he meets a unique woman named Lisa who changes his perspective on life and love.
Synecdoche, New York
Synecdoche, New York
Internet Movie Database: 7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 69%
Metacritic: 67/100
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Runtime: 124 min
Genre: Drama
Awards: 8 wins & 29 nominations
Writer: Charlie Kaufman
Actors: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Samantha Morton, Michelle Williams
Language: English, German
Country: United States
“Synecdoche, New York” is a surreal drama film that follows a theater director’s increasingly complex and introspective journey as he attempts to create a life-sized replica of New York City inside a warehouse. As the line between reality and fiction blurs, the film explores themes of identity, mortality, and the nature of art.
Lost in Translation
Lost in Translation
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Metacritic: 91/100
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Runtime: 102 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 97 wins & 133 nominations total
Writer: Sofia Coppola
Actors: Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Giovanni Ribisi
Language: English, Japanese, German, French
Country: United States, Japan
“Lost in Translation” is a film about the unlikely friendship that develops between two Americans, a fading movie star and a young woman, as they navigate the alienation and loneliness of their lives in Tokyo. Through their encounters, they find solace and connection in a city where they feel lost and disconnected.
Birdman
Birdman
Internet Movie Database: 6.7/10
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Runtime: 30 min
Seasons: 1
Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure
Awards: N/A
Writer: N/A
Actors: Keith Andes, Don Messick, John Stephenson
Language: English
Country: United States
The Birdman movie is about a washed-up actor struggling to revive his career by staging a Broadway play, while battling his own inner demons and the pressures of fame. It explores themes of identity, ego, and the pursuit of artistic validation.
The Grand Budapest Hotel
The Grand Budapest Hotel
Internet Movie Database: 8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Metacritic: 88/100
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Runtime: 99 min
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Awards: Won 4 Oscars. 135 wins & 226 nominations total
Writer: Stefan Zweig, Wes Anderson, Hugo Guinness
Actors: Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham, Mathieu Amalric
Language: English, French, German
Country: United States, Germany
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” is a whimsical and comedic film that follows the adventures of a legendary concierge and his loyal protégé as they navigate a series of misadventures, including a stolen painting and a murder mystery, set against the backdrop of a luxurious European hotel in the 1930s.
Moonrise Kingdom
Moonrise Kingdom
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
Metacritic: 84/100
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Runtime: 94 min
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 36 wins & 122 nominations total
Writer: Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola
Actors: Jared Gilman, Kara Hayward, Bruce Willis
Language: English
Country: United States
“Moonrise Kingdom” is a quirky coming-of-age film that follows the story of two young lovers who run away from home, sparking a search party in their small New England town. As they navigate the challenges of adolescence and adult interference, they create their own whimsical world on a remote island.
The Royal Tenenbaums
The Royal Tenenbaums
Internet Movie Database: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 81%
Metacritic: 76/100
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Runtime: 110 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 11 wins & 46 nominations total
Writer: Wes Anderson, Owen Wilson
Actors: Gene Hackman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Anjelica Huston
Language: English, Italian
Country: United States
“The Royal Tenenbaums” is a comedy-drama film about a dysfunctional family of former child prodigies who reunite when their estranged father fakes a terminal illness. Through their interactions, they confront their pasts, reconcile their differences, and rediscover the bonds that hold them together.
Rushmore
Rushmore
Internet Movie Database: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 90%
Metacritic: 86/100
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Runtime: 93 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Awards: 16 wins & 16 nominations
Writer: Wes Anderson, Owen Wilson
Actors: Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Olivia Williams
Language: English, Spanish, Latin, French
Country: United States
The Rushmore movie is a coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows the story of a precocious teenager named Max Fischer as he navigates his way through love, friendship, and his passionate involvement in extracurricular activities at the prestigious Rushmore Academy.
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Internet Movie Database: 7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
Metacritic: 83/100
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Runtime: 87 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 32 wins & 63 nominations total
Writer: Roald Dahl, Wes Anderson, Noah Baumbach
Actors: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray
Language: English, French
Country: United States
“Fantastic Mr. Fox” is a stop-motion animated film that follows the story of a clever fox named Mr. Fox who, along with his animal friends, outsmarts three mean farmers in a daring plan to steal their food and reclaim his wild nature.”
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 73%
Metacritic: 62/100
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Runtime: 119 min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: 3 wins & 10 nominations
Writer: Wes Anderson, Noah Baumbach
Actors: Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Anjelica Huston
Language: English, Icelandic, Filipino, Portuguese, French, Tagalog, German, Italian
Country: United States
“The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou” is a comedy-drama film about an oceanographer, Steve Zissou, who sets out on a mission to seek revenge on the mythical jaguar shark that killed his partner, while also dealing with personal and professional challenges along the way.”
The Darjeeling Limited
The Darjeeling Limited
Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 69%
Metacritic: 67/100
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Runtime: 91 min
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Awards: 4 wins & 3 nominations
Writer: Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman
Actors: Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman
Language: English, Hindi, German, Punjabi, Tibetan, French
Country: United States, India
“The Darjeeling Limited” is a comedy-drama film about three estranged brothers who embark on a train journey through India in an attempt to reconnect with each other and find spiritual enlightenment. Along the way, they encounter various adventures and personal revelations that challenge their relationships and perceptions of themselves.
Isle of Dogs
Isle of Dogs
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 90%
Metacritic: 82/100
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Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 34 wins & 95 nominations total
Writer: Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman
Actors: Bryan Cranston, Koyu Rankin, Edward Norton
Language: English, Japanese
Country: United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, United States
The Isle of Dogs is a stop-motion animated film set in a dystopian future where all dogs in a Japanese city are exiled to an island due to a canine flu outbreak. When a young boy ventures to the island to find his lost dog, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the lives of all dogs.
The Big Lebowski
The Big Lebowski
Internet Movie Database: 8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
Metacritic: 71/100
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Runtime: 117 min
Genre: Comedy, Crime
Awards: 5 wins & 18 nominations
Writer: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Actors: Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore
Language: English, German, Hebrew, Spanish
Country: United Kingdom, United States
“The Big Lebowski” is a comedy film about a laid-back slacker known as The Dude, who gets mistaken for a millionaire with the same name and gets pulled into a convoluted kidnapping plot involving a rug, bowling, and eccentric characters in Los Angeles.
