20 Must-See Movies You've Probably Never Heard Of, According to Reddit

These movies, with budgets that probably wouldn't cover the catering costs of a superhero film, deliver storytelling prowess and cinematic creativity that often gets lost in the shuffle of box office giants.

1. Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)

Set in the 1950s, the film tells the charming story of a widowed cleaning lady in London who falls in love with a couture Dior dress and embarks on an adventure to Paris to obtain one of her own, leading to heartwarming encounters and a life-changing journey.

2. Fear of a Black Hat (1993)

A mockumentary following the rise and fall of NWH, a not-so-typical gangsta rap group, parodying the clichés and allures of the hip-hop world, similar to "This is Spinal Tap" but for the world of 1990s rap.

3. Blue Ruin (2013)

A mysterious vagrant sets out on a vengeful journey when he learns the man who killed his parents has been released from prison, leading to a cycle of violence and revenge in this intense and gripping thriller.

4. Green Room (2015)

Members of a punk rock band, trapped in a secluded venue after witnessing a horrific act of violence, must fight for survival against a group of neo-Nazi skinheads and their cold-blooded leader.

5. The Magdalene Sisters (2002)

A harrowing tale based on true events, depicting the lives of three young Irish women who are sent to the Magdalene Asylums, homes for "fallen women," and their struggle against the abusive nuns and harsh conditions.

6. Housebound (2014)

A horror-comedy where a woman under house arrest in her childhood home becomes convinced it's haunted, uncovering a twisted family secret and encountering increasingly bizarre occurrences.

7. Bob Roberts (1992)

A satirical mockumentary following the rise of Bob Roberts, a conservative folk singer turned politician, whose campaign for the United States Senate is marked by manipulation and demagoguery.

8. Quick Change (1990)

A dark comedy where Bill Murray's character masterminds a bank robbery in a clown costume, only to find that escaping New York City is more challenging than he anticipated, leading to a series of misadventures.

9. Never Rarely Sometimes Always (2020)

A poignant drama following two teenage girls in rural Pennsylvania who embark on a journey to New York City to seek medical help after an unintended pregnancy, showcasing the challenges and resilience faced during this emotional journey.

10. 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007)

Set in 1980s Romania, a woman helps her friend to arrange an illegal abortion in a time when such procedures were both dangerous and strictly punished by the law, highlighting the grim realities of life under a repressive regime.

11. Bug (2006)

A psychological thriller about a lonely waitress who begins a relationship with a drifter, leading to paranoia and delusion as they become increasingly convinced that they are infested with microscopic bugs.

12. Bad Boy Bubby (1993)

A dark and twisted film following Bubby, who after being kept in total isolation by his abusive mother for 30 years, is released into the real world, leading to a bizarre and shocking journey of discovery.

13. Miracle Mile (1988)

After accidentally receiving a phone call announcing nuclear apocalypse, a man in a frantic race against time tries to rescue his new love interest and escape Los Angeles before the city is obliterated.

14. Heavenly Creatures (1994)

Based on a true story, this film explores the intense relationship between two teenage girls in 1950s New Zealand whose obsessive fantasy life leads them to commit a brutal murder.

15. Dead Man (1995)

A surreal and visually striking Western about a young man's journey into the American frontier, where he encounters strange characters and existential dilemmas, ultimately leading to his transformation into an outlaw and killer.

16. All About Nina (2018)

A raw and revealing comedy-drama about a stand-up comedian with a troubled past who struggles with relationships and career pressures as she seeks to find her voice in the Los Angeles comedy scene.

17. Orlando (1992)

An adaptation of Virginia Woolf's novel, where a young nobleman commanded by Queen Elizabeth I to stay forever young, experiences four centuries of historical and sexual transformations, challenging gender and societal norms.

18. Secret Sunshine (2007)

A poignant South Korean drama about a woman moving to her deceased husband's hometown with her son, only to face a series of tragedies and her ensuing struggle with faith and forgiveness.

19. 2LDK (2003)

A dark comedy-thriller set in Tokyo, where two aspiring actresses sharing an apartment engage in a deadly psychological and physical battle over a role they both covet, reflecting the brutal competitiveness of the acting world.

20. The Station Agent (2003)

A heartwarming tale of a man with dwarfism who moves to an abandoned train station seeking solitude, but finds his life intertwining with a struggling artist and a grieving hot dog vendor, leading to unexpected friendship.