Movies are a form of visual entertainment. It is a special art to entertain the audience with good storytelling. Films are made by real-world experience or by creating a fictional world through animation. Some of these films are the best of all time. We all watch more or less movies.
Academy Awards (Oscar) honour outstanding achievements in the film industry. The Oscar is one of the most prestigious and recognized awards in the film industry. Many people believe that certain movies deserved an Oscar award but didn’t win. Here is a list of some high-rated movies by viewers who deserve an Oscar.
The Wolf of Wall Street
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) is an epic biographical comedy film, directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, received several Oscar nominations but did not win any awards. The film was well-received for its performances, direction, and storytelling. Leonardo DiCaprio’s portrayal of Jordan Belfort earned him a nomination for Best Actor, but he didn’t secure the award that year. The movie “12 Years a Slave” won the Best Picture Oscar at the 86th Academy Awards. Matthew McConaughey won the Best Actor Oscar in 2014 for his performance in “Dallas Buyers Club.”
American Psycho
American Psycho (2000) is a psychological thriller film, directed by Mary Harron. The story is set in 1980s Manhattan and revolves around the iconic character Patrick Bateman, played by Christian Bale, a wealthy and successful New York City investment banker. The film received mixed reviews upon its initial release but has since gained a cult following for its storytelling and performance of lead actors. Unfortunately, the high-rated movie did not receive any Oscar nominations. The movie “Gladiator” won the Best Picture Oscar at the 86th Academy Awards. Russell Crowe won the Best Actor Oscar award for his role in “Gladiator,” where he portrayed the iconic character Maximus Decimus Meridius.
The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is an American prison drama film, written and directed by Frank Darabont, is often regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, but it didn’t recognised well at the Oscars. Despite receiving seven Academy Award nominations, it didn’t win any of them. The movie has gained a large fan base over time, becoming a classic through its powerful storytelling and performances by actors like Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. The 67th Academy Awards in 1995 awarded “Forrest Gump” the Best Picture Oscar. Tom Hanks won the Best Actor Oscar award for his iconic performance in “Forrest Gump.”