Once Upon a Time in Anatolia [2011]
Despite its slower tempo, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia is a captivating experience using a murder investigation to talk about life and death.
Drama
Muriel’s Wedding [1994]
Starring Toni Collette, Muriel’s Wedding is a charming black comedy with a distinctive Australian vibe, great story, and vibrant atmosphere.
Child 44 [2015]
Messy and bland, Child 44 is also a visually impressive period drama with a great cast exploring intriguing themes that warrants one viewing.
Against the Ice [2022]
Based on true events, Against the Ice is a light period drama following a two-man expedition into the bitter coldness of Greenland.
Once Were Warriors [1994]
Once Were Warriors is a harrowing but necessary experience exploring so many different issues through the lens of one dysfunctional family.
Red Rocket [2021]
Coming from someone who doesn’t like indie dramedies, you should check out Red Rocket, a spicy, honest, and authentic small-town tale.
Elling [2001]
Take a break from your usual movie schedule and check out Elling, a heartwarming, honest, and refreshing drama with a lot of dark humor.
Nightmare Alley [2021]
Stylish and featuring that trademark del Toro vibe, Nightmare Alley is too sleek for its own good and works best as a slow period drama.
House of Gucci [2021]
Silly, easygoing, and struggling to maintain a consistent tone, House of Gucci is a stylish melodrama with a couple of unexpected twists.
The Damned United [2009]
If you’ve never seen a movie about football, The Damned United is a perfect choice because it shows you what the fuss is all about.
The Last Duel [2021]
Immersive and thought-provoking, The Last Duel shows us a slice of medieval life examined through the lens of one horrible event.
Spencer [2021]
Spencer is not the glamourous biopic I was expecting but a simmering and subdued drama mirroring Diana’s state of mind and emotions.