10.Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Famed Southern detective Benoit Blanc travels to Greece for his latest case, a murder on a murder mystery weekend that went wrong. With an all-star cast and they are really convincing and this is a really clever film, it has got a brilliant twist and this is generally funny and it never gets too overcomplicated with the flashback element, it is intriguing and it certainly hold your interest once the film gets going, overall if you wanted a perfect murder mystery this is ideal for you.
9.News Of The World

A Civil War veteran agrees to deliver a girl, taken by the Kiowa people years ago, to her aunt and uncle, against her will. They travel hundreds of miles and face grave dangers as they search for a place that wither can call home. One of those film which has got a beautiful story and the cast is really good, the chemistry between the two lead is superb and this is a slow burner type of film, this is silently powerful and it has got stunning scenery and this is a superbly made film.
8.Pinocchio (Netflix)

A father’s wish magically brings a wooden boy to life in Italy, giving him a chance to care for the child. The start and the ending of this film will certainly move you and this is a gorgeous looking film, it definitely not suitable for the younger generation as this can be really dark but despite that it certainly memorable, the story is there and this is eye catching from start to finish and the visual is amazing, it is one of those film that will draw you in from the start and it is well made.
7.The Woman In The Window

An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York begins spying on her new neighbors, only to witness a disturbing act of violence. Personally, I don’t really get the hate for this film as this is unpredictable, it also got a multilayered story that work perfectly and this is so watchable and this is exciting, you actually care with these characters and the main lead is likeable plus this certainly hold your interest, if you are interest in a mystery type of film this is ideal for you.
6.Ex Machina

A young programmer is selected to participated in a groundbreaking experiment in synthetic intelligence by evaluating the human qualities of a highly advanced humanoid A.I. Not your usual Hollywood type of film as this is thought provoking, it made you think and the ending is superb as the three main lead is amazing, it is one of those film that drawn you in automatically and it certainly deliver, it might not have any action in this film but this is gripping and totally different.
5.The Water Man

A boy sets out on a quest to save his ill mother by searching for a mythic figure said to have magical healing powers. Another film which I think personally it is so underrated as this is silently powerful, the characters are great and this is a diversity film which is important for people and this is eye catching, the story is magnificent and it is easy to follow and you actually care about with these characters, it will moved you and it is one of those film that will surprised you.
4.Munich: The Edge Of War

A British diplomat travels to Munich in the run up to World War II, where a former classmate of his from Oxford is also en route but is working for the German government. Being based on a true story this pay respect to those people who involve with this film, it also gripping and it does hold your interest and the pacing is just right, it is fascinating to watch and overall, this is intriguing and it is easy to follow and it never gets too overcomplicated, this is the key to this film.
3.Spirit: Stallion Of The Cimarron

A wild stallion is captured by humans and slowly loses the will to resist training, yet, throughout his struggles for freedom, the stallion refuses to let go of the hope of one day returning home to his herd. Everything about this animation film certainly ticked all the boxes as this is charming and a thrill ride experience, the soundtrack is amazing and this is watchable and it will wowed you plus the story is easy to follow, it is old fashioned and it is a beautiful hand drawn animation film
2.My Octopus Teacher

A filmmaker forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of her world. Definitely one of the best documentary that will touch your heart, it is relatable and the moral is finding yourself and I personally connect with that message, the scenery is outstanding and the under water aspect is breathtaking as this will leaves you a lasting impression on you, this is definitely memorable and this is beautiful.
1.Rise Of The Guardians

When the evil spirit Pitch launches an assault on Earth, the Immortal Guardians team up to protect the innocent of children all around the world. Fantastic looking animation film and the vocal in this film is spot on, it can be really funny and it also heartfelt at the same time and with great characters, this is totally memorable and it has got a brilliant soundtrack and the scenery look beautiful, this is pure escapism and it is fun and it is easy to watch and it is a rainy-day type of film.
Good list Mark, if you have not seen The Sea Beast on Netflix, check it out. Me and isla have watched it a couple of times and enjoyed it.
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I did nearly put that film on my list as I thought it is a really enjoyable film, the reason why I wanted three different type of animations in this list
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