We’ve seen quite a bit occur in terms of cinema in 2024. Cynthia Erivo defied gravity. We returned to Arrakis. Deadpool and Wolverine frolicked. And Argylle, uh, occurred, however let’s concentrate on one of the best 2024 films.
This yr delivered a bunch of actually nice, actually thrilling, and actually daring movies that we are able to’t cease speaking about over right here at ComingSoon. Right here’s a have a look at our employees’s top ten favorite movies of 2024.
10. Dídi
There’s been no scarcity of actually fantastic coming-of-age films in 2024, however Dídi is one that basically stands out. Marking an extremely spectacular directorial debut from Sean Wang, Dídi is a semi-autobiographical film that feels so nostalgic (assume Richard Linklater’s Boyhood) and so private which you could’t assist however get received over by its allure, which is why it’s among the finest 2024 films.
9. A whole bunch of Beavers
A film like Hundreds of Beavers shouldn’t work, at the very least on paper. It’s a goofy, ridiculous, over-the-top idea that looks like it’ll develop outdated after 20 minutes or so. But, it does. It really works after which some. It is a hilarious, laugh-out-loud comedy that performs like an homage to Buster Keaton, Looney Tunes, and extra. You’ll discover among the finest gags of 2024 ready for you in A whole bunch of Beavers.
8. Depraved
It’s one of the crucial common films of the yr. It’s additionally among the finest films of the yr. Whether or not you’re a fan of the stage musical or going into this as a brand new fan, it’s near-impossible to not fall in love with Wicked, notably due to the stellar performances from each Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. In fact, we’re now past excited for Depraved: For Good, however we additionally haven’t any drawback rewatching this one repeatedly till that comes out.
7. A Actual Ache
Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg created some magic along with A Real Pain. A film that actually walks the road between comedy and drama, A Actual Ache is a remarkably well-told film that may also be quietly devastating at occasions. It is aware of subtly sort out severe subject material, when to let the characters specific themselves by dialogue, and when to take a step again and simply let among the pictures communicate for themselves.
6. The Wild Robotic
Whereas Pixar’s Inside Out 2 made every kind of cash on the field workplace and Stream just lately took house a Golden Globe, our favourite animated film of the yr must be The Wild Robot. The center! The humor! The attractive look of the entire thing! There’s simply a lot to adore about this film. Extra movies like this in 2025, please and thanks!
5. Juror No. 2
It’s a disgrace that Warner Bros. didn’t give Juror No. 2 a correct, nationwide theatrical launch as a result of Clint Eastwood got here to play with this one. It’s a throwback to a sure sort of film that doesn’t get made very a lot today. And it’s one which’s so gripping in the way it invitations dialog as soon as it’s over, making you marvel what you’ll do in Nicholas Hoult’s character’s scenario. You most likely didn’t get to see it on the massive display screen, however you received’t wish to move up the chance to test it out on Max.
4. Dune: Half Two
Keep in mind that second, sitting in a theater, watching Timothée Chalamet driving a sandworm for the primary time? That’s what cinema is all about. That feeling of, “I’ve actually by no means seen something like this earlier than.” And also you’ve most likely actually by no means seen something like Dune: Part Two earlier than. Epic, daring, and endlessly fascinating, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune sequel is as breathtaking as films get.
3. Sing Sing
Colman Domingo provides what very nicely could also be his finest efficiency thus far as John ‘Divine G’ Whitfield in Sing Sing. This tragically stunning movie is directed by Greg Kwedar and co-stars plenty of previously incarcerated males who have been a part of this system on which the film is predicated. It’ll make you cry. It’ll additionally fill you with hope. For those who missed it in theaters, don’t fear, as A24 will probably be re-releasing it on January 17.
2. Anora
Mikey Madison — I imply, what’s there to say about her efficiency on this film that hasn’t been stated already? She’s breathtaking. She’s phenomenal. She completely, completely encompasses the various completely different sides of this character. Anora could make you burst out laughing one minute, solely to then go away you a whole, sobbing mess the following minute. Spectacular filmmaking on each stage, which makes it among the finest 2024 films.
1. The Substance
Demi Moore. Margaret Qualley. Coralie Fargeat. Three extremely gifted artists come collectively for The Substance to make one of the crucial unforgettable movie-going occasions of not simply the yr however your entire decade to date. You received’t know the place it’s going in the event you haven’t seen it already, however you’ll certainly be amazed at the place it finally ends up. Bear in mind. You might be one.
