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100 Best Movies of the 21st Century So Far

The 21st century has redefined cinema, blending bold storytelling, groundbreaking visuals, and global perspectives. From epic blockbusters to intimate arthouse gems, these 100 films capture the spirit of modern filmmaking, exploring themes of identity, morality, politics, and human connection. Directors like Bong Joon-ho, Christopher Nolan, Greta Gerwig, and Paul Thomas Anderson have shaped the cinematic landscape, while world cinema has flourished, with masterpieces from Asia, Europe, and Latin America gaining worldwide recognition. This list celebrates innovation, diversity, and emotional power—movies that not only entertained but also challenged audiences, leaving a lasting mark on culture and the evolution of film. How many have you seen?
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A Separation (2011)
A Separation (2011)
1
99%8.3
A Silent Voice (2016)
A Silent Voice (2016)
2
95%8.2
Aftersun (2022)
Aftersun (2022)
3
98%7.6
Amélie (2001)
Amélie (2001)
4
89%8.3
American Psycho (2000)
American Psycho (2000)
5
69%7.6
Amour (2012)
Amour (2012)
6
93%7.9
An Elephant Sitting Still (2018)
An Elephant Sitting Still (2018)
7
96%7.8
Anatomy of a Fall (2023)
Anatomy of a Fall (2023)
8
96%7.9
Anora (2024)
Anora (2024)
9
96%8.0
Before Sunset (2004)
Before Sunset (2004)
10
94%8.1
Birdman (2014)
Birdman (2014)
11
91%7.7
Black Swan (2010)
Black Swan (2010)
12
85%8.0
Burning (2018)
Burning (2018)
13
95%7.5
City of God (2002)
City of God (2002)
14
91%8.6
Coco (2017)
Coco (2017)
15
97%8.4
Dancer in the Dark (2000)
Dancer in the Dark (2000)
16
69%8.0
Django Unchained (2012)
Django Unchained (2012)
17
86%8.4
Dogville (2003)
Dogville (2003)
18
69%8.0
Drive (2011)
Drive (2011)
19
93%7.8
Drive My Car (2021)
Drive My Car (2021)
20
98%7.9
Dune: Part Two (2024)
Dune: Part Two (2024)
21
93%8.7
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
22
92%8.3
Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
23
94%8.0
Ex Machina (2015)
Ex Machina (2015)
24
92%7.7
Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)
Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)
25
93%7.9
First Reformed (2018)
First Reformed (2018)
26
94%7.1
Flow (2024)
Flow (2024)
27
100%8.1
Happy as Lazzaro (2018)
Happy as Lazzaro (2018)
28
91%7.5
Her (2013)
Her (2013)
29
94%8.0
I'm Still Here (2024)
I'm Still Here (2024)
30
In the Mood for Love (2000)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
31
91%8.1
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
32
89%8.3
Inside Out (2015)
Inside Out (2015)
33
98%8.1
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
34
93%7.8
Knives Out (2019)
Knives Out (2019)
35
97%7.9
Lady Bird (2017)
Lady Bird (2017)
36
99%7.4
Lilja 4-Ever (2002)
Lilja 4-Ever (2002)
37
Lost in Translation (2003)
Lost in Translation (2003)
38
95%7.7
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
39
97%8.1
Manchester by the Sea (2016)
Manchester by the Sea (2016)
40
96%7.8
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