53 Award-Winning Films from 2022

A young Kyrgyz woman is abducted and compelled into marriage. This drama explores the yearning for freedom amidst the constraints of tradition.

This is the story of Richard Williams, and his dedication to coaching his daughters, Venus and Serena. They are poised to become two of the greatest tennis players ever.

A powerful and charming rancher uses threats to harass his brother's new wife and her teenage son. But as the situation escalates, buried family secrets begin to surface.

Amaree McKenstry-Hall, a football player on the Maryland School for the Deaf team, strives to keep their winning record alive. Simultaneously, he and his teammates grapple with the difficult aftermath of losing a cherished friend.

During a memorable summer on the Italian Riviera, Luca and his best friend Alberto face a daunting challenge. Their carefree days are overshadowed by a significant secret: they are actually sea monsters from another world who live beneath the waves.

When Peter Parker's secret identity is revealed, he struggles to balance his everyday life with his responsibilities as Spider-Man. Seeking assistance from Doctor Strange escalates the danger, compelling Peter to confront the core of his identity as a hero.

Just before his thirtieth birthday, a talented composer for the theater struggles with relationships, friendships, and the mounting expectation to produce a masterpiece before it's too late.

Bond is living a quiet life in Jamaica when his friend Felix Leiter from the CIA asks for his help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist quickly becomes dangerous, drawing Bond into a pursuit of a shadowy villain who…

Buddy, a boy nearing manhood, enjoys a close family, playful childhood moments, and a first love. However, as unrest grows in his hometown, his family must decide whether to wait for the trouble to end or to relocate for a…

Ruby is a CODA – a child of deaf adults – and the only hearing person in her family. When their fishing business faces difficulties, Ruby struggles to balance her passion for music with her reluctance to leave her parents…

Lucy Harris was a phenomenal women's basketball player whose accomplishments have been largely forgotten. She won three national championships and played for the U.S. In the 1976 Olympics, yet many people don’t know her name. Harris broke barriers when she…

This short film explores issues of racism and Islamophobia in the United Kingdom.

The story follows the Madrigals, an extraordinary family living in a magical house within a vibrant, enchanted community called the Encanto, nestled in the Colombian mountains. The Encanto’s magic has granted special gifts to every member of the family, except…

A young man and woman from opposing gangs in New York City develop a romantic relationship. However, increasing conflict between their friends threatens to escalate into a devastating outcome.

A strange coincidence prompts a filmmaker to reconnect with his fifth-grade class and teacher, revisiting a bullying incident from fifty years prior and exploring their recollections and involvement.

While spending Christmas with the royal family at Sandringham in Norfolk, England, Diana makes the decision to end her marriage to Prince Charles.

A bank teller learns he's a character in an open-world video game and chooses to take control of his narrative. In a limitless world, he's resolved to become the hero of his own story, saving it his way before time…

Two women, both unexpectedly pregnant and about to give birth, meet in a hospital room. Janis is in her late thirties, embracing her situation with joy and without regret. Ana is a teenager, overwhelmed by fear and regret.

Based on true events, "Bestia" follows a secret police agent working under a military dictatorship in Chile. Her connection to her dog, her own body, and her inner anxieties and disappointments expose a disturbing breakdown within both her and the…

The summer of Woodstock also saw the Harlem Cultural Festival, where over 300,000 people gathered to celebrate African American music and culture, fostering Black pride and unity. Footage of this remarkable event remained hidden in storage for over 50 years,…

Two years after the death of his wife, stage actor and director Yusuke Kafuku takes on a directing job for a play in Hiroshima. He's assigned a quiet young woman named Misaki to drive his car. During their journeys, buried…

In 1980s Naples, Italy, a socially awkward teenager searching for identity has his life changed by an unexpected event. He finds both heartbreak and a sense of freedom after being unintentionally rescued from a dangerous accident by football superstar Diego…

A delicate ballerina, Olya, encounters a gruff and pessimistic boxer, Evgeny. Their vastly different worlds and perspectives make their connection seem improbable. Will they embrace the tentative feelings developing between them? Can they overcome external obstacles to discover the vulnerable…

Henrik is determined to sing a song for his wife, and he insists it must happen today. He sees it as a matter of life and death, and the only way to express himself is through karaoke.

Paul Atreides, a talented young man destined for greatness, journeys to the most dangerous planet in the galaxy to protect his family and his people's future. As powerful enemies clash over the planet’s sole source of a vital resource—one that…

Mostly told through animation to protect his privacy, Amin reflects on his childhood as an Afghan refugee while confronting a secret he has guarded for two decades.

In a male-dominated news industry, India's only newspaper run entirely by Dalit women is making waves. Using smartphones, Chief Reporter Meera and her team challenge conventions and report on India's most pressing issues, both in the public sphere and within…

When Prince Akeem Joffer is about to inherit the throne of Zamunda, he learns of a son he never knew – Lavelle, a resourceful young man from Queens, New York. Fulfilling his late father's wish to prepare Lavelle as his…

Shaista balances his love for his new wife, Benazir, and his desire to join the Afghan National Army, both deeply important to him. They live in a Kabul refugee camp, facing many difficulties as they build a life together. As…

This documentary follows the drive to achieve the "Chinese Dream." Using captivating and occasionally funny visuals, it offers a modern look at China, where productivity and innovation are the top priorities.

From the 1960s to the 1980s, evangelist Jim Baker and his ambitious wife, Tammy Faye, built a powerful evangelical Christian empire starting from very little. But their success was followed by a dramatic downfall due to personal failings.

Seeking a fresh perspective, a teacher journeys to a remote school. There, he unexpectedly rediscovers the significance of his profession and gains a newfound appreciation for yak dung.

Patrizia Reggiani, an outsider with modest roots, marries into the wealthy Gucci family. Her intense ambition gradually destroys the family's established legacy, leading to a dangerous chain of betrayal, extravagance, vengeance, and ultimately, murder.

This film follows Julie over four years as she deals with complicated relationships and searches for direction in her career, ultimately leading her to a deeper understanding of herself.

Centuries ago, in the world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived peacefully. However, an evil force once threatened their land, prompting the dragons to sacrifice themselves for humanity's safety. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has reappeared. A lone…

A mother supports her daughter through four critical days of recovery from substance abuse.

A peculiar and somewhat broken family's road trip takes a sharp turn when they're caught in the middle of a robot uprising. They unexpectedly find themselves as humanity's most unlikely chance for survival.

Macbeth, a respected general, is told by three witches that he will eventually be King of Scotland. Driven by a desire for power and encouraged by his wife, Macbeth murders the current king and seizes the throne.

Beware: Beryl is back. In *Affairs of the Art*, British animator Joanna Quinn continues the delightfully chaotic story of Beryl, the relatable everywoman she first introduced in *Girls' Night Out*. That film won three major awards at Annecy in 1987.

Cyrano de Bergerac is a brilliant wordsmith and skilled swordsman. However, he believes his looks prevent him from winning the love of Roxanne, a woman he deeply admires. Unbeknownst to Cyrano, Roxanne has fallen in love with Christian at first…

Raised by mice, a young bird begins to wonder where she truly fits in and embarks on a courageous journey to find out.

This film chronicles the largest prison riot in American history, featuring dozens of newly recorded interviews with those who experienced the event firsthand: inmates, journalists, and others connected to the chaos.

This is the story of Gary Valentine and Alana Kane, and their experiences navigating first love in the San Fernando Valley during 1973. It follows them as they grow up and experience the complexities of young romance.

A driven carnival worker, skilled at persuading others, crosses paths with a psychologist who proves to be an even more formidable manipulator.

A woman living with dwarfism works as a maid in a dilapidated motel in rural Poland, facing a bleak future. The recurring visits of a compelling truck driver offer a potential shift from her isolation.

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz confront a situation threatening both their professional futures and the stability of their relationship.

This film offers a moving look at the growing problem of homelessness along the West Coast. It tells personal stories of people living on the streets, capturing a powerful picture of a major humanitarian challenge.

A young man's life is unexpectedly and inexplicably thrown off course when he becomes subject to automated legal systems.

Two astronomers embark on a media tour to alert humanity about a planet-destroying comet on a collision course with Earth. The global reaction, however, is largely indifferent.

In a cafe, a man chain-smoking cigarettes poses a simple question: "What is love?" The film follows a series of scenes and encounters as he searches for an answer.

During a relaxing seaside getaway, a woman's fascination with a young mother unravels, drawing her into a confrontation with buried memories.

Set in 1970s London during the punk rock explosion, a young, ambitious designer named Estella seeks recognition for her unique creations. She forms a bond with two young thieves who share her love of mischief, and together they carve out…

Shang-Chi is pulled back into a world he tried to escape when he's entangled with the enigmatic Ten Rings. He must face the history he buried long ago.