Are you searching for an underrated gem of a movie to watch? Whether you have or haven’t seen them, here are 5 underrated movies, ranging from animation, comedy, romance, and action thrillers!
- “The Iron Giant” (1999)
Written and directed by Brad Bird, “The Iron Giant” tells the story of a young boy who befriends a giant alien robot. While the boy teaches the giant how to have fun, the government seeks out the robot in paranoia, as the film takes place during the Cold War. “The Iron Giant” has an incredible animation style that still holds up well today, and it is a film that focuses largely on friendship, choice, and sacrifice.
- “Employee of the Month” (2006)
Director Greg Coolidge’s “Employee of the Month” tells the story of an unambitious employee who steps up his game to impress a new female coworker. His only problem is that he must overcome a fellow goody two-shoes co-worker, determined to win over the woman and the promotion. The film’s quick-witted humor makes for quotable one-liners. An underrated comedy film that has more to offer with every watch.
- “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004)
Written and directed by Michel Gondry, the film tells the story of a couple who undergo a medical procedure that erases their memories of one another after a break-up. “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” intertwines the complexities of romantic relationships with science fiction, ultimately exploring pain, joy, regret, and acceptance. Not only is the film underrated in its creative approach to romance, but also in its visual exploration of these abstract concepts.
- “No Country for Old Men” (2007)
Written and directed by brothers Ethan and Joel Coen, “No Country for Old Men” is about a Texas man discovering a suitcase full of drug money. But there is no time to celebrate, as a cold-blooded sociopath is willing to risk everything in pursuit of the money. Doubling as a western and a thriller, this film builds tension through eerie silence and southern dialogue.
- “Blood Diamond” (2006)
Director Edward Zwick tells the story of two men pursuing a large diamond in Sierra Leone amid civil and political turmoil. While one of the men only wants to find the diamond for financial gain, the other is in desperate pursuit of his family, which was displaced by a rebel invasion. The film focuses largely on greed, civil injustice, and the power of family.
