15 best movies on Netflix, according to The New York Times

Nothing better than preparing that delicious popcorn, laying on the couch and watching a good movie, right? The problem is that choosing a movie is not always an easy task. To help you have fun without breaking your head, we’ve listed the 15 best movies on Netflix, according to the New York Times, that are available in Brazil. Choose your favorite and press play!

1. I’m Thinking About Ending It All (2020)

A young woman travels with her boyfriend to meet his family who live in the countryside. Her thoughts revolve around ending the relationship, but she doesn’t verbalize it and ends up being entertained by her partner and his myriad affairs. Upon arriving at the place, the narrative becomes more and more labyrinthine and we realize that something is wrong, out of place. We are taken by symbols and confusing situations that allow infinite interpretations. This is a movie that will leave you thinking for hours!

2. The Supreme Voice of the Blues (2020)

This film follows the trajectory of singer Ma Rainey (played by the magnificent Viola Davis), called the “Mother of the blues”, during the recording session of an album. During this process, she lives clashes with her over-ambitious trumpeter and her white management that seeks to control her at all costs. Facts are revealed and shock everyone’s lives. Watch and find out what they are!

3. What’s Left Behind (2020)

A film that mixes horror and history, a combination that worked very well. In the plot, a refugee couple seeks to leave South Sudan, which has been gripped by war and violently devastated. The two struggle to be accepted and adapt in an English city. The problem is that they were installed in a house where a great evil exists, something that will mark the characters’ lives forever.

4. The Irishman (2019)

Frank Sheeran has been in many wars, but now leads a life as a truck driver and the Mafia’s number one hitman. The mystery revolves around an event: the most famous ex-president of a union association disappears out of nowhere, and Frank becomes the main suspect. The Irishman is almost three hours long, but if you like detective movies, you won’t even see the time go by. Without a doubt, this is one of the best movies on Netflix.

5. Uncut Gems (2019)

Jeweler Howard Ratner, played by Adam Sandler, is deep in debt. To get rid of them and the henchmen who threaten him daily, he grabs a big chance: an exotic, uncut stone filled with precious minerals from Ethiopia. He starts selling it to clients, including NBA’s Kevin Garnett, but realizes that he can make much more at auction. Many confusions and changes occur in the jeweler’s life, situations that hold you from the beginning to the end of the film.

6. Story of a Marriage (2019)

Nicole and her husband Charlie want an amicable divorce so their son is not traumatized. They then decide to continue living in the same house. In the long run, the decision is not so right and forced coexistence can have serious emotional consequences. A delicate and intense film, perfect for those who like the drama genre.

7. My name is Dolemite (2019)

This film is a comedy based on the life of Rudy Ray Moore, played by Eddie Murphy. Initially, the man sold records in a small store and was a comedian. His comedy material was in the stories heard in the streets, without leaving out profanity and vulgar themes. It is so successful among black Americans that, in addition to shining in concert halls, he decides to make a film, in which his alter ego Dolemite is a pimp who lives fighting in the streets. The film shows the difficulties encountered by him in not only being able to make an independent film but also to circulate it in theaters.

8. Rome (2018)

Roma is a drama film that leads us to reflections. It features a middle-class Mexican family that has a pretty stable life, thanks to a maid, who is not only a housekeeper, but also ends up babysitting the children in the house. However, this stability is affected when events upset the union of the family that until then seemed perfect. Given this, changes occur with the characters, internally and collectively. Undoubtedly, one of the best movies on Netflix, in addition to being a production of the platform itself!

9. Lady Bird (2017)

Another dramatic film, but with an air of comedy. In it, a girl named Christine is graduating from high school and what she wants most is to go to college far from her mother’s house in Sacramento. The mother rejects the idea of ​​her daughter studying abroad, while the girl, with a strong and determined personality, does not give up on her goal. It’s a beautiful film about discoveries, transition to adulthood and romantic relationships.

10. Okja (2017)

This South Korean film tells the story of Mija, a girl who spent a decade next to a super pig, who was seen as her best friend. The problem is that this animal was a new Chilean species, cared for in laboratories, from a powerful company managed by Lucy Mirando, played by Tida Swinton. The businesswoman had plans with the animals, not being a priority to raise them as pets…

11. Moonlight: Under the Moonlight (2016)

Chrion is a young black man who lives in Miami, in a very poor community. This film tells his story from three stages of his life: childhood, full of problems, including bullying; adolescence, quite troubled due to identity problems; and adult life, in the midst of crimes and drugs. Contrary to popular belief, the film is very poetic and beautiful, in addition to leading us to many reflections on life.

12. The 13th Amendment (2016)

A documentary could not be missing from this list. As the title makes clear, it discusses the Thirteenth Amendment to the US Constitution. Researchers, activists and politicians analyze the consequences of this, making a correlation between the prison system boom and the criminalization of the black population. A much needed topic!

13. Carol (2015)

A film about motherhood, divorce and relationships between women. Elegant Carol meets Therese at a department store, where she is looking for a Christmas present for her daughter. Carol is unhappy, separating from her husband and getting closer and closer to Therese, with whom she lives beautiful and happy moments, which unfortunately do not last forever. Watch the movie and find out why!

14. Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

The fantastic and beautiful Ramona moves the heart of Scott Pilgri, a young boy who had a band in high school, a steady relationship and lived through several jobs. In order to be with the girl of his dreams, he needs to debunk 7 other ex-boyfriends, who are willing to stop the relationship at all costs. If you’re looking for fun, this movie is for you!

15. It’s Raining Burger (2009)

A very fun drawing, which even has a sequel. Scientist Flint Lockwood has always dreamed of creating something great that could make a difference in people’s lives. Until he discovered how to turn water into food, but with a lot of electricity. He ends up losing control of his invention, which disappears. Discover this mystery with your family or friends!

Now, you just need to choose your favorite and prepare that movie session at home. And if you liked our suggestions, you’ll love to know the best comedy movies.