Brian Truitt's Top 3 Films of 2023
As 2023 drew to a close, USA TODAY's film critic Brian Truitt highlighted the year's most captivating movies. Here are his top three picks from December 13, 2023:
1. All of Us Strangers
Directed by Andrew Haigh, this film is a metaphysical masterpiece that explores themes of grief, love, and self-discovery. It follows a lonely London screenwriter who forms a connection with a neighbor while regularly visiting his childhood home to converse with his deceased parents. The film features an astounding performance by Andrew Scott and is a poignant exploration of human connection and the complexities of memory.
Where to watch: In select theaters now, expanding through January 19.
2. Killers of the Flower Moon
Martin Scorsese's epic Western is a powerful love story intertwined with a murder mystery set in the 1920s. It delves into the tragic events affecting Oklahoma's Osage Nation, highlighting themes of greed, power, and America's complex history with its indigenous peoples. The film boasts a strong cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone.
Where to watch: Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon.
3. Poor Things
Yorgos Lanthimos's dark comedy stars Emma Stone as Bella Baxter, a reanimated Victorian-era woman who evolves from an infantile state to a liberated individual. The film is a quirky exploration of identity, love, and societal norms, featuring a standout performance by Stone alongside Mark Ruffalo and Willem Dafoe.
Where to watch: In theaters now.
These films represent some of the most impactful and artistically resonant works of 2023, offering a mix of emotional depth, historical insight, and cinematic innovation.
Sources:
Brian Truitt, USA TODAY
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