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THE BEST MOVIES OF 2025:
1. Marty Supreme
Josh Safdie’s late-year knockout stars Timothée Chalamet as a swaggering 1950s ping-pong prodigy, blending manic energy, heart, and pure movie-star electricity into one thrilling ride. Chalamet delivers a career-best performance in this wildly original crowd-pleaser. (In theaters)
2. Hamnet
Chloé Zhao’s poetic Shakespeare-inspired drama is anchored by a devastating, unforgettable performance from Jessie Buckley as a mother confronting unimaginable loss. It’s intimate, lyrical, and emotionally shattering in the best way. (In theaters)
3. Weapons
Zach Cregger’s horror surprise is creepy, funny, and brilliantly constructed, featuring standout turns from Julia Garner and scene-stealing Amy Madigan. It’s the rare genre film that feels smart and wildly entertaining. (On HBO Max)
4. It Was Just an Accident
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi delivers a tense, darkly funny dramedy about former political prisoners plotting revenge, resulting in filmmaking that feels urgent and dangerous. It’s bold, gripping, and impossible to ignore. (On Prime Video)
5. The Naked Gun
This reboot doesn’t top the Leslie Nielsen original, but Liam Neeson’s deadpan insanity makes it the funniest studio comedy in years. Pamela Anderson’s welcome comeback only adds to the laughs. [Finally! A movie with a bit of sophistication!] (On Paramount+)
6. The Ballad of Wallis Island
A quietly charming British rom-com about estranged musical partners reunited on a remote island, this overlooked gem is warm, funny, and deeply human. Tim Key’s pun-loving superfan steals every scene he’s in. (On Prime Video)
7. Twinless
James Sweeney’s Sundance standout starts as a buddy comedy before veering into bold, unpredictable territory. Dylan O’Brien gives one of his best performances in this smart, twisty indie. (On Prime Video)
8. Sinners
Ryan Coogler’s stylish Southern vampire tale stars Michael B. Jordan as twin brothers battling the undead after opening a juke joint. It’s pulpy fun with striking visuals and something meaningful on its mind. (On HBO Max)
9. Blue Moon
Richard Linklater stages an intimate, dialogue-driven portrait of Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, powered by Ethan Hawke’s astonishing transformation. Witty, sad, and theatrical, it’s a master class in performance. (On Prime Video)
10. One Battle After Another
Paul Thomas Anderson proves once again he’s incapable of making a bad movie, even if this isn’t his very best. Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio del Toro shine in a meticulously crafted ensemble piece. (On HBO Max)
Dishonorable mention: Superhero Cinema’s Crash Landing
It’s not the name of a movie, but did you notice that after a decade of dominance, recent superhero films – from Marvel misfires to a middling “Superman”- finally exhausted audiences? That’s a good sign of a new wave of original movies with more originality – and less CGI.
