21st century masterpieces

my selection of standout films from the 21st century. these films represent what i find most compelling in modern cinema, from pure entertainment to artistic achievement. listed in chronological order.

164 picks · Ranked list

1

As I Was Moving Ahead, Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty2000

2

Yi Yi2000

3

American Psycho2000

4

Memento2000

5

Amores Perros2000

6

Requiem for a Dream2000

7

In the Mood for Love2000

8

Mulholland Drive2001

9

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring2001

10

Spirited Away2001

11

Y Tu Mamá También2001

12

The Piano Teacher2001

13

City of God2002

14

Punch-Drunk Love2002

15

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers2002

16

Minority Report2002

17

Catch Me If You Can2002

18

Russian Ark2002

19

Adaptation.2002

20

The Return2003

21

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King2003

22

Kill Bill: Vol. 12003

23

The Dreamers2003

24

Tokyo Godfathers2003