Hidden Movie Gems You’ll Want to Watch 💎

Some films slip through the cracks—but once you find them, they stay with you forever.

Earlier this week on Substack Notes, I asked: What’s an underrated movie you absolutely love and wish more people knew about? The replies were full of overlooked treasures, and I had to share a few standouts.

Ariel championed Coherence, a low-budget sci-fi thriller that feels like a mind-bending dinner party gone wrong. Shot with mostly improvised dialogue, it’s tense, eerie, and unforgettable. “If you don’t say yes it eventually becomes a no”—a line that hits especially hard once you unravel the film’s themes.

Jim pointed to Local Hero, a gentle, quietly funny film about a Texas oil man and a remote Scottish village. It’s the kind of movie that sneaks up on you and lingers long after. He also gave a nod to 12 Monkeys, a film that’s better than it ever gets credit for, with standout performances by Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt.

CatG offered Muriel’s Wedding, an Australian gem starring a pre-fame Toni Collette. It’s full of ABBA, but with real emotional weight—think Mamma Mia with heartbreak and grit.

Daily Movie Question:
🎬 What’s an underrated movie you absolutely love and wish more people knew about? Share your pick and tell us why it deserves more love! 👇