The Hollywood Reporter highlights 20 overlooked and underrated movies from 2025, spanning genres from European art house to Asian animation and low-budget horror, encouraging viewers to discover these hidden cinematic treasures that missed awards and box office success.
The article lists the top 10 movies coming to Netflix in August 2025, ranked by Rotten Tomatoes scores, including classics like Groundhog Day, Jurassic Park, and The Departed, as well as other notable films across various genres, with release dates mostly on August 1st and one on August 16th.
Film critic Subhash K Jha highlights seven underrated films of 2023, including "Dhak Dhak," a chick flick that explores self-discovery; "Apurva," a gripping slasher thriller with a message on women's safety; "Three Of Us," a gem celebrating stunning silences and working-class relationships; "Bheed," a powerful portrayal of the trauma faced by migrants during the lockdown; "Afwaah," a twisted road movie addressing religious intolerance and political opportunism; "Selfiee," a lively remake with Akshay Kumar in top form; and "Yaariyan 2," a nurturing and improved remake of a Malayalam film.
RogerEbert.com has released its list of the ten best films of 2023, featuring a diverse range of movies that made an impact throughout the year. The list includes films such as "All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt," a debut feature that challenges storytelling conventions; "Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret," a relatable coming-of-age film; "Barbie," a delightful and thought-provoking exploration of the iconic doll; "Poor Things," a visually stunning period piece with a feminist twist; "The Zone of Interest," a haunting Holocaust drama; "Asteroid City," a visually innovative and mysterious film; "May December," a complex character study; "Oppenheimer," an epic and emotionally resonant portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer; "Past Lives," a poetic exploration of mourning; and "Killers of the Flower Moon," a monumental adaptation of a non-fiction bestseller.
The article highlights the 10 best movies of 2023, including "Anatomy of a Fall," "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.," "Barbie," "The Holdovers," "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Menus-Plaisirs—Les Troisgros," "Theater Camp," "Tótem," "You Hurt My Feelings," and "The Zone of Interest." These films cover a range of genres and themes, from murder mysteries to coming-of-age stories, and showcase the talents of renowned directors and actors.
The Associated Press' film writers have compiled a list of the best movies of 2023, including Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer," Jonathan Glazer's "The Zone of Interest," Sofia Coppola's "Priscilla," Wes Anderson's "Asteroid City," and Todd Haynes' "May December." These films showcase a range of genres and storytelling styles, from historical dramas to satires, and feature standout performances from actors such as Cillian Murphy, Cailee Spaeny, Jacob Elordi, Scarlett Johansson, and Margot Robbie.
Here are 15 of the best movies released in the last 10 years that are worth watching, according to Rotten Tomatoes. The list includes "La La Land," "Birdman," "The Grand Budapest Hotel," "Mad Max: Fury Road," "Get Out," "Whiplash," "Her," "A Quiet Place," "Coco," "Parasite," "The Shape of Water," "Dunkirk," "Inside Out," "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri," and "Lady Bird." These films cover a range of genres and themes, from musicals and romantic dramas to thrillers and animated adventures.