24 Films from the 2023 Sight and Sound Poll

A young art teacher dreams of a transfer to Istanbul after finishing his required service in a rural Anatolian school. But when allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student arise, his plans are ruined, and he spirals into a deep…

A filmmaker grappling with a life crisis takes a trip to a Mexican gay nudist beach. There, he encounters a popular social media personality who persuades him to work together on a new television program. However, the personality vanishes, and…

Morán is a bank clerk in Buenos Aires, largely unnoticed by his coworkers. During a dinner with his colleague Román, Morán reveals he stole $650,000 – twice his expected earnings before retirement. He intends to surrender to the authorities, but…

This is the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer and his central role in the creation of the atomic bomb during World War II.

Plains follows Jon and Cat, a young couple in remote Nova Scotia lobster fishing villages, as they create politically charged virtual reality video games. The film observes their peaceful rural life, shaped by the natural landscape, offering a glimpse of…

Two decades after their highly publicized, scandalous romance captivated the country, a married couple struggles with mounting strain when an actress comes to their home to research a movie about their history.

In Tahiti, French government official De Roller is a shrewd and well-mannered man. He's equally comfortable navigating high society and the local establishments where he often gathers with the islanders.

A remarkable journey inside the human body reveals a stunning, otherworldly landscape.

During World War II, the teenage Mahito, grieving his mother's death, moves from Tokyo to the peaceful countryside to live with his new stepmother, Natsuko, who looks remarkably like his mother. As he struggles to adapt, Mahito finds himself in…

Egoistical author Leon travels with his close friend for a summer writing retreat by the Baltic Sea. Upon arrival, they discover their rented house is occupied by a free-spirited woman who encourages Leon to confront his emotions. Simultaneously, wildfires spread…

Following a critical error, a professional assassin must evade his employers while confronting his own inner demons during a global chase. He maintains that his actions are not motivated by personal feelings.

Two children awaken in the dark to discover their father has disappeared. Simultaneously, all the windows and doors of their house have vanished without a trace.

When a man is killed, his wife becomes the prime suspect. Their blind son holds the key to the truth, forced to grapple with a difficult choice as the only one who saw what happened.

Four artists camping in the Mojave Desert are caught in a terrifying night. A bizarre tornado of horrific creatures appears, things beyond human comprehension.

The film follows a series of encounters between a renowned film director, his daughter with whom he has a strained relationship and who works in interior design, and an interior designer. These interactions unfold within a large building that houses…

In Helsinki today, two people feeling isolated find each other at a karaoke bar. Their journey to finding love is complicated by a series of mishaps: misplaced phone numbers, wrong addresses, struggles with alcohol, and the unexpected appearance of a…

Taeko and her husband Jirō enjoy a quiet life with their young son, Keita. Their peace is shattered when a sudden accident reintroduces Keita's father, Park, to their world. Struggling with grief and remorse, Taeko dedicates herself to assisting Park,…

Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz, and his wife Hedwig attempt to create an idyllic family life, complete with a house and garden, right next to the concentration camp.

In a Parisian hospital, filmmaker Claire Simon explores what it means to be a woman, documenting the diverse experiences of patients throughout their lives. The film captures intimate stories of desires, anxieties, and challenges – including Simon's own journey as…

Tomas and Martin, a gay couple married in Paris, face a crisis when Tomas impulsively starts an affair with a young teacher named Agathe. This triggers Martin to have an affair of his own, forcing Tomas to confront difficult choices…

In a small American desert town in 1955, a planned gathering of young astronomy enthusiasts is thrown into chaos by unexpected global events.

It's summer, 1957. Enzo Ferrari, a former racecar driver, faces a critical moment. The company he and his wife, Laura, founded a decade ago is on the brink of financial ruin. Their marriage is strained by grief over a lost…

In the 1920s, the discovery of oil on Osage Nation land in Oklahoma brings wealth, but also a wave of murders targeting Osage people. The FBI is called in to investigate and expose the truth behind the killings.

Since 1930, the Troisgros family has maintained a three-Michelin-star rating for 55 years. Now, the sons of Marie-Pierre and Michel are carrying on the family tradition: César leads the Michelin-starred restaurant, "Le Bois sans feuilles" ("The Leafless Wood"), while Léo…