In the 21st century, a variety of fantastic films have been released that have captured audiences’ hearts and minds. From sci-fi thrillers to drama epics, these movies have become modern day classics. Here is a list of some of the best movies of the 21st century so far:
1. The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy (2001-2003): This monumental fantasy trilogy directed by Peter Jackson was groundbreaking for its massive scale, intricate special effects and emotional depth. All three films were nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards and won multiple awards from various film festivals worldwide.
2. Inception (2010): Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, this science fiction heist thriller stars Leonardo DiCaprio and explores the concept of lucid dreaming. It was praised for its complex story-telling, visual effects and innovative use of music.
3. The Dark Knight (2008): Another Nolan production, this superhero crime film is widely regarded as one of the best comic book movies ever made. It features a dark, gritty tone and performances from Heath Ledger, Christian Bale and Michael Caine that stand the test of time.
4. Moonlight (2016): This coming-of-age drama follows a young African American man as he navigates his way through life in Miami’s inner city neighborhoods. It won Best Picture at the Academy Awards amongst other awards worldwide, making it one of the most successful independent films ever made.
5. The Social Network (2010): This David Fincher movie follows the story of Mark Zuckerberg and the creation of Facebook. Despite its technical complexity, this film was praised for its writing and performances, as it was nominated for 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture.
6. Mad Max: Fury Road (2015): George Miller’s post-apocalyptic action masterpiece stars Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron in an intense adventure full of thrilling stunts and set pieces. It won six Oscars including Best Production Design, making it one of the most successful films of 2015.
7. No Country For Old Men (2007): This Coen brothers western thriller follows a hunter who discovers a fortune in a drug deal gone wrong. It was praised for its gripping story-telling and the iconic performances of Javier Bardem and Tommy Lee Jones.
8. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014): Wes Anderson’s light-hearted comedy stars Ralph Fiennes in a visually stunning film that follows the adventures of a hotel concierge and his lobby boy. It won four Academy Awards, including Best Original Score and Best Production Design.
9. City Of God (2002): This Brazilian crime drama takes place in Rio de Janeiro’s slums as it follows two teenage boys who grow up as enemies amongst violent gangs. Despite its gritty subject matter, it was widely praised for its visual style and depiction of poverty-stricken Brazilians living in the slums.
10. The Departed (2006): Martin Scorsese’s crime thriller follows two men on opposite sides of the law as they each try to uncover each other’s true identity. It was a critical and commercial success that won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
These are just ten examples of some of the best movies released in the 21st century. With so many great films still waiting to be discovered, it is safe to say that there will be many more cinematic classics coming our way in years to come!