A Glean movie guide
2024’s Definitive Movie Guide
The highest-rated hits of the year.
The year's most acclaimed films, from sweeping epics to intimate indie darlings.
Handpicked for this guide
The movie list
- 01
Anora
A high-energy, award-winning odyssey that balances chaotic comedy with genuine heart.
A young sex worker from Brooklyn gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as his parents set out to get the marriage annulled.
- 02
Dune: Part Two
A visually staggering sci-fi masterpiece that redefines the scale of modern cinematic storytelling.
Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
- 03
The Wild Robot
A breathtakingly animated adventure that explores connection and survival with profound emotional depth.
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.
- 04
Sing Sing
A powerful and authentic drama that finds hope and humanity within the walls of a high-security prison.
Divine G, imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men in this story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art.
- 05
The Substance
A bold and visceral body-horror satire that delivers a fearless critique of beauty standards.
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
- 06
The Brutalist
A visionary and sprawling epic that captures the struggle of rebuilding a life in post-war America.
When an innovative modern architect flees post-war Europe, he is given the opportunity to rebuild his legacy. Set during the dawn of the modern United States (in Pennsylvania), his wife joins him, and their lives are forever changed by a demanding, wealthy patron.
- 07
Challengers
An electric, non-linear sports drama fueled by intense chemistry and stylish direction.
Tennis player turned coach Tashi has taken her husband, Art, and transformed him into a world-famous Major champion. To jolt him out of his recent losing streak, she signs him up for a "Challenger" event — close to the lowest level of pro tournament — where he finds himself standing across the net from his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend.
- 08
A Real Pain
A sharp and moving road-trip comedy that expertly balances family friction with historical weight.
Mismatched cousins David and Benji reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the pair's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.
- 09
Conclave
A tense and sophisticated mystery that pulls back the curtain on the Vatican’s most secretive traditions.
After the unexpected death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with managing the covert and ancient ritual of electing a new one. Sequestered in the Vatican with the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders until the process is complete, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could lead to its downfall.
- 10
Robot Dreams
A charming and poignant dialogue-free animation about the beauty and pain of friendship.
A lonely dog's friendship with his robot companion takes a sad turn when an unexpected malfunction forces him to abandon Robot at the beach. Will Dog ever meet Robot again?
- 11
Thelma
A refreshing and hilarious spin on the action genre featuring a standout performance by June Squibb.
When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her.
- 12
Hit Man
A clever and charismatic action-comedy that showcases sharp writing and a breakout lead performance.
A mild-mannered professor moonlighting as a fake hit man in police stings ignites a chain reaction of trouble when he falls for a potential client.