Although it was a tumultuous year for the film industry,2023 had no shortage of great movies.
Here are the ten most underrated drama films of 2023, ranked.
10’A Thousand and One' (2023)
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A Thousand and Oneis a remarkable directorial debut from filmmakerA.V.
Rockwell,and features one of the years best performances fromTeyana Taylor.
Unfortunately, this choice has consequences once Terry grows up.
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A single mom at war with her son is trying to find a hobby for him.
One day, she rescues a guitar from a dumpster.
Come and step into these worlds of pure imagination.
After unapologetic and fiercely loyal Inez kidnaps her son Terry from the foster care system, mother and son set out to reclaim their sense of home, identity, and stability, in a rapidly changing New York City.
They find that their workplace is constantly surrounded by aggressive men that attempt to get under their skin.
Initially seeking only shelter, they soon find themselves entangled in a web of mystery and danger.
AlthoughChevaliercelebrates the genius of Saint-Georges artistry,it explores the racial and financial tension within 18th century France.
Its an unmissable window into an era of history that rarely feels this exciting.
Hamaguchis follow-up feature,Evil Does Not Exist,is just as subversive.
“Thanks to Barbie, all problems of cinema have been solved.”
Carmenmodernizes the classic opera with its beautiful choreographed dance numbers and a terrific score from composerNicholas Britell.
While it may not be a traditionally entertaining musical,Carmendeserves credit for keeping the genre feeling fresh.
Although the story is fictitious,Ritchie drew from recent eventswhen creating the story.
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Its well worth checking out for anyone who wants to see Ritchie try something new.
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A single mom at war with her son is trying to find a hobby for him. One day, she rescues a guitar from a dumpster.
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During the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.
