Netflix, as a streaming platform, has built a reputation for not only releasing some good but Academy Award-worthy movies. We decided to showcase that by making a list of the best Netflix Original movies that have been released so far. All of these films were originally released on Netflix and are generally respected in social discourse. Even though critics may not have enjoyed these films, they have impacted the viewers.
Best Netflix Original Movies
Qala
Following a popular singer with a dark past, this film explores trauma, abuse and music. This period film looks at music and its commercial aspects through the lens of two naive kids just trying to make their way to the top. Stream the film here.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery
You liked Knives Out, and you wanted more. This film delivers on that promise. Like the last one, the perpetrator may be predictable, but the way they would have done it was not predictable at all. Stream the film here.
The King
When a young prince busy visiting brothels and drinking his own weight loses his king, he steps up to take some much-needed responsibility. Making decisions purely for the betterment of the kingdom, this leader leaves no room for error. Stream the film here.
Roma
When a domestic worker in 1978 Mexico city is given the opportunity to go take a vacation with her employer, there isn’t much to think about. Dubbed one of the best movies of its decade, this film is shot entirely in monochrome and tells a human story at the heart of the intense drama. Stream the film here.
Marriage Story
Following the divorce of a couple, this film explores how much love there is between two people even when a relationship cleaves. Apart from the writing, the stellar acting and sheer emotional depth in this film are what make it a must-watch on this platform. Stream the film here.
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Chopsticks
Like a coming-of-age story, this film explores a young woman trying to make her way in the city as a Chinese language translator. However, when her car gets stolen, she hires a shady but reliable individual to get it back. Car or not, the character ends up in a completely different place, growing as an individual throughout the film. Stream the movie here.
Guilty
Following a sexual assault allegation, this film explores what it takes to believe a victim and how far women have to go to have their voices heard regarding things like this. Additionally, this film also aptly explores how internalised misogyny pushes women to see other women as a threat. Stream the film here.
Bulbbul
When a child bride makes her way to a new home, she doesn’t expect to feel good there. However, as she grows up, a new dangerous mythical figure lurks in the vicinity hurting people around the village. Apart from the brilliant acting, the stellar visuals make this film a treat to watch. Stream the movie here.
Trial of the Chicago Seven
Following the protest that happened in Chicago during the Vietnam war, this film focuses on the seven people thought to be the aggressors in a large riot leading to chaos and bloodshed. The film is written extremely well, with the dialogue flowing beautifully in a rhythm that is true to each character. Stream the movie here.
The White Tiger
Balram is trying to make it big in the world, but for that, he needs to leave his little village and come to the city. However, he sees that city life is completely different from what he would have imagined. As he gets a closer look at his employers, his rags-to-riches story begins. Stream the movie here.
Darlings
A woman making excuses for her abusive husband could rarely fly in the house. However, this bride doesn’t care much for it. But when he crosses her boundaries placed way too far, she decides to exact her revenge. This film takes an interesting look at relationship dynamics and the importance of women sticking together. Stream the film here.
All Quiet on the Western Front
War, in its heinous brutality, became the anti-war ‘propaganda’ that most people are talking about. This film follows a naive seventeen-year-old boy frolicking his way to a battle that would later be known as World War 1. Focussing entirely on the lives of the soldiers, this film is a wonderful study in cinematography, acting and theme. Stream the movie here.
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio
Whether you’re a child or not, this film does a great job of combining technical prowess with interesting storytelling tools to share a visual project of this magnitude. Following the widely known Pinocchio bedtime story, this film brings its own flair to the lore while also sticking to fund mythical elements. Stream the movie here.
Malcolm and Marie
Young love is fickle, and this film proves that notion to a T. Following a filmmaker and his muse as they come back from an award show, this movie explores their characters and relationship in detail while also playing a game of intense verbal tennis. The writing in this film and the visual language are stellar. Stream the film here.
Don’t Look Up
Bad news is often taken with a grain of salt, and this film explores that idea in detail. We have a selective lens when it comes to processing bad news. However, when no one seems to do anything about it, the scientists chose to lash out and make sure their message is heard by as many people as possible. Stream the movie here.
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