10 Greatest Movie Masterpieces of 2019, Ranked

Every year delivers standout films, but 2019 is often singled out for its breadth, from blockbuster spectacle to intimate dramas. This ranking picks ten masterpieces from that year using criteria such as writing, acting, directing, influence, critical acclaim, and overall quality.

The lower half of the list highlights a variety of tones and approaches: Greta Gerwig’s Little Women reworks a classic with non-linear storytelling; Ford v Ferrari delivers a high-octane biopic centered on Ken Miles; Uncut Gems showcases Adam Sandler in a relentless, anxiety-fueled turn; Knives Out revived the modern whodunnit with charm and wit; and The Lighthouse, from Roger Eggers, pairs transformative performances by Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson in a claustrophobic, surreal mood piece.

The top five are driven by powerful filmmaking and performances.

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