Five Most Underrated Movies of the Year Worth Watching

In the era of unlimited streaming, the sheer volume of choices means many excellent titles slip under the radar. Viewers often flock to massive blockbusters, leaving other high-quality productions in the shadows. To highlight these hidden gems, we have compiled a list of this year’s most underrated films that are already being called masterpieces.

First on the list is Hedda, a film that sees director Nia DaCosta redefining Henrik Ibsen’s classic play. Set in 1950s England, it stars Tessa Thompson as a woman trapped in a suffocating marriage. The arrival of a former lover turns a dinner party into a night of chaos and manipulation.

Eddington is a neo-western from Ari Aster that explores the anxieties of the pandemic era. Set against the social backdrop of 2020, the story follows a political feud in a small New Mexico town. Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal star in this tense examination of paranoia and societal division.

Twinless is a standout feature starring Dylan O’Brien in what critics are calling the most emotionally raw performance of his career. The psychological dark comedy follows two young men who meet in a support group for twins who have lost their siblings. It is a twisted story about obsession that ultimately restores a glimmer of hope in humanity.

Blue Moon offers a nostalgic and intimate look at the life of lyricist Lorenz Hart. Ethan Hawke delivers an extraordinary performance, portraying a man grappling with his demons and the end of a creative partnership. It is a profound examination of genius and longing that explores the depths of an artist’s soul.

Finally, Eephus captures the bittersweet magic of a recreational baseball league’s final game. As a team gathers one last time before their field is destroyed, the film focuses on the camaraderie and humor of everyday life. It is a quiet, observational gem that celebrates the community found in ordinary places.

We would love to hear which of these hidden cinematic gems you are most excited to see in the comments.