There are many must see movies that have a special place in our hearts, and they help us escape from our usual everyday life. People from around the world enjoy movies of different languages and themes, with unique must see movies winning awards in various countries. So grab your popcorn, drinks, and candies and get your notepad ready to jot down some of these must see movies for your viewing pleasure.
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Dil Diyan Gallan
Dil Diyan Gallan is a beautiful Punjabi love story about a young lady named Natasha (Wamiqa Gabbi), an internet sensation invited to lecture on social media at a University in London. Natasha is interrupted by a student, Laddi (Kulwant Singh), who is not interested in the digital revolution. So destiny arranges Laddi to become Natasha’s photographer for her travel shoot.
Two clashing personalities are working together where love is questioned and explored. The world seems to be disappearing when Natasha’s boyfriend and Laddi’s girlfriend show up to take them back to reality. This love story is a journey of two different personalities, learning to recognize the importance of true companionship. Dil Diyan Gallan is a modern love story that should definitely be on the list of must see movies this year!
Worldwide Box Office: $85,456
Bin Roye
Bin Roye is a Pakistani romantic drama about Saba, a hopeless romantic driven to obsession by her deep feelings for Irtaza, the man of her dreams. Irtaza decides to study in the USA, and while living abroad, he meets and falls for a beautiful young lady, Saman. Meanwhile, Saba urgently waits for his return. Saman ends up in Pakistan at Saba’s home while searching for her biological parents. Saba instantly develops a bond with Saman after learning that she is her biological sister.
Their bond grows deeper each day until Irtaza arrives and professes his deep love and admiration for Saman. This drama is a story of love, regret, reunion, and a charming tale about how desire can bring out the best and the worst in people. This romantic drama should be at the top of your must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $492,270
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New World Park Hoon-Jung
New World is a tense crime drama about an undercover police officer investigating a powerful Korean crime ring. Justice and loyalty to the criminal who trusts him completely are tested in this heart-pounding crime thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Under the watch of Kang (Choi Min-Sik), loyal cop Ja-sung (Lee Jung-Jae) goes on an undercover mission to infiltrate the powerful “Gold Moon” criminal organization. Eight years later, he’s become part of the organization’s inner circle by establishing a powerful bond with Jung Chung (Hwang Jung-Min), the group’s powerful second-in-command.
However, when the head of the criminal outfit dies suddenly, the internal power struggle threatens to destroy the organization and end the investigation. So now, Ja-sung must decide to show where his true loyalties lie, which could cost him his career and life. So grab your popcorn and add this one to your list of must see movies.
Worldwide Box Office: $31,673,928
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Incitement
Incitement is a political thriller that won the 2019 Ophir Award for Best Picture. Yaron Zilberman’s film is about a religious law student named Yigal Amir (Yehuda Nahari Halevi). He became aggravated by right-wing religious leaders. After the Oslo I Accord in 1993, which was thought to be the end of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin was seen as an enemy by Amir, and he began planning his assassination. Incitement is a challenging but compelling film that should be added to your must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $143,202
King of Boys
King of Boys is about Alhaja Eniola Salami. She is a philanthropist and a businesswoman with a diverse past and a promising political future. She is a pillar of society admired by many and feared by most. But, her political aspirations noticed her outgrowing the underworld connections responsible for her wealth, which will lead to a power struggle that endangers everything she loves. To succeed, Alhaja Eniola Salami will need every ruthless strategy that took her to the top and the loyalty of the people closest to her. But who can Alhaja trust? No list of must see movies is complete without King of Boys.
Worldwide Box Office: $34,711
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The Babadook
Topping numerous must see movies list is The Babadook. Kristina Ceyton and Kristian Moliere put Australia on the map as a producer of horror films. While viewers are more difficult to scare, Jennifer Kent created a terrifying film that keeps audiences in complete suspense.
This eerie story follows a children’s book writer and single mother who struggles with her troubled son who believes monsters live and haunt their home. One night, the boy asks his mother to read him a book titled “The Babadook,” which depicts a demonic spirit haunting a house. Soon, she starts seeing and experiencing strange things and hallucinations, including the monster Babadook. She tries multiple attempts to get rid of the book, even by burning it, but it keeps coming back. Soon, she is possessed by this entity, but will she ever come back? Add this to your list of the scariest must see movies.
Worldwide Box Office: $10,312,540
White,White Day
Police chief, Ingimundur (Ingvar Sigurdsson) is an isolated widower that attempts to rebuild his life following the loss of his wife. Ingimundur is unable to face his grief directly, so he takes time off from work. He eventually decides to work with a therapist, invests his energy into his beloved granddaughter Salka, and works to transform a farmstead into a new home to help her and his troubled daughter. However, when unpacking his late wife’s belongings, he makes a discovery that releases a flood of despair with the potential to ruin his reputation and the relationships that took a lifetime to create. This Icelandic drama should be on your must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $640,087
And Then We Danced
And Then We Danced won the 2019 Guldbagge Award for Best Film. This film is about Merab (Levan Gelbakhiani) becoming a traditional Georgian male dancer that wants his masculinity to be accepted. He is in love with his colleague, Irakli. However, homophobia and financial difficulty prevent his dreams of becoming a dancer. Merab makes an excellent lead turn that’s tangible and intimate, making Levan Akin’s (Swedish-born Georgian director) third film a great representation of rebellion. Do you like drama films about dancers and people following their dreams? If so, And Then We Danced should be on your must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $621,446.
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The Wonderland
Keiichi Hara is an anime storyteller that wrote some of Studio Ghibli’s greatest hits. Her story is about Akane (Mayu Matsuoka), a shy teenager traveling to a whimsical world in danger because of alchemist Hippocrates. This modern-day protagonist is destined to become a hero. She faces magical creatures and a ruthless villain with a troubled past. This fable is an unforgettable tale that should be on every anime fan’s must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $592,866.
Lagaan
Lagaan is an Oscar-nominated Bollywood movie about the resilience shown by the Indians when they were under British Rule. They are already heavily taxed by the British and their comrades, but when Jack Russell announces he will double the tax (Lagaan) from all villagers, they oppose it. The villagers are led by a young man named Bhuvan (Aamir Khan), who challenges the soldiers to a game of cricket. A game that has been played by veteran British cricket players versus villagers who have never played cricket before or even own a bat.
The challenge is accepted; the interest spreads and draws Indians and the British from all over the county. Everyone gathers to see the cricket match between the British and the villagers. Bhuvan and the villagers are supported by the sister of Captain Rusell, Elizabeth. Who will win this historic match? This Oscar-nominated film should be on your must see movies list.
Worldwide Box Office: $1,724,806
Now you have a list of award-winning, must see movies that you can watch for your viewing pleasure. Keep the popcorn hot as you are whisked away with these films that will rescue you from everyday life. Some of these must see movies may even find a special place in your heart with their award-winning content!
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