61 Best Challenging Movies to Watch

Sweet, slow-moving, and possibly life-changing, this American drama shines the light on the chaos and crises of social work in America.

Iranian star director Asghar Farhadi’s delicate drama deals with the complexity of human morals and serves as a perfect introduction to the rich film culture of Iran.

An all-arounder French comedy-drama based on a true story.

A meditative but devastating account of a decaying marriage .

A suspenseful and horrible drama from Romania, winner of a Palme d'Or .

A devastating documentary on reconciliation in the shadow of the Indonesian Genocide. .

Riz Ahmed excels in this piercing drama about a musician losing his hearing. .

If this visually breath-taking and heart-wrenching film doesn't make you cry, nothing will. .

Kenneth Lonergan's third film is honest, strange, and affecting drama. .