Best Drama Film

Manchester by the Sea is a devastatingly realistic portrayal of grief and trauma, following Lee Chandler, a man forced to return to his hometown after a family tragedy. The film eschews melodrama, opt...

A charismatic misfit whose defiance against institutional conformity reveals both the cost and necessity of individuality.

Celine Song's debut feature is a quiet, devastatingly beautiful exploration of 'In-Yun'the Korean concept of fate. It follows two childhood friends who reunite as adults, exploring the lives they coul...

Paul Thomas Anderson's sprawling, ambitious film weaves together multiple interconnected storylines, each featuring a distinct ensemble of characters. Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Julianne...

Noah Baumbach's 'Marriage Story' is a devastatingly honest and emotionally raw portrayal of a couple navigating a divorce. The film avoids easy answers and clichés, instead offering a nuanced and com...

Bo Burnham's directorial debut, 'Eighth Grade,' offers a painfully honest and hilariously awkward portrayal of Kayla Day, a shy and anxious middle schooler navigating the final week of eighth grade. T...

Alexander Payne's 'The Holdovers' is a heartwarming and humorous story about an unpopular teacher, a troubled student, and a grieving cafeteria lady who are forced to spend the Christmas holidays toge...

A slightly different take or re-release focus on the same subject matter, emphasizing the personal journey of George VI. This version maintains the core strengths: the intimate struggle against a stam...

A devastatingly intimate portrait of a reclusive man who lives in isolation and attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter. Brendan Fraser delivers a career-defining performance that anchors th...