2024 was buzzing with cinematic brilliance that never made it to your local theater, and boy, are you missing out! From laugh-out-loud comedies to gripping thrillers, these nine hidden gems are some of the year’s best-kept secrets.
Among the most intriguing is a documentary that delves into the life of the last independent TV station in Russia. As fascinating as it might seem, its epic runtime of five-and-a-half hours seems to have scared off potential distributors. In this constantly changing digital world, a platform like MUBI might eventually give it the spotlight it deserves, opening new perspectives to eager viewers.
Then there’s ‘No Other Land’, a documentary that has critics singing its praises and stacking up awards, yet still remains outside the American audience’s grasp. It’s the kind of film that generates buzz for potentially snagging an Oscar nomination, or lamentably becoming an epic snub.
Not all films suffer from their daunting subject matters. Take, for instance, Noémie Merlant’s ‘The Balconettes’, a film filled with rioting humor and creative flair. Or Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s ‘Cloud’, a crime thriller that has everyone scratching their heads as to why it hasn’t been picked up yet.
Despite these bumps in the road, many in the industry feel these films will eventually find their way to U.S. screens, if not by the end of 2024, surely by 2025. So, keep your eyes peeled, cinephiles, because the coming year might just have some surprise hits in store.
It seems 2024 had more cinematic joys than initially apparent. As we inch closer to 2025, the anticipation grows for these hidden gems to finally receive the recognition they deserve. Here’s to hoping these works of art find a home and blow us all away!
Source: Yahoo
