The Best Movies of 2022
In 2022 I watched 158 movies! It’s time to look back and provide you with a list of my favourite ones – and where you can watch them if they have moved to streaming services or are still on at the cinema. Here goes …
The Top Movies
- Monolith: I saw this movie at this year’s Adelaide Film Festival. A brilliant and unique sci-fi thriller about a journalist podcaster, Alice, who is determined to uncover the truth behind a mysterious alien artifact. Her investigation leads her to uncover a vast alien conspiracy, as well as the lies at the heart of her own story. Along the way, Alice must confront powerful forces that will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden. As she delves deeper into the conspiracy, Alice must question everything she thought she knew and choose between her journalistic integrity and her own safety. This stunning movie is shot in one room with one actor on screen.
- Hatching: Follows the story of a young gymnast who finds an unusual egg and keeps it warm. When it hatches, an unexpected creature emerges, one that shocks the young girl and her family. The movie follows her journey as she deals with her demanding mother while trying to protect her newfound friend. The young girl must decide between doing what is right and pleasing her mother. Hatching is a suspenseful and thought-provoking movie, which explores themes of family, identity, and the power of secrets. Watch it: streaming on Shudder.
- Barbarian: A movie about a woman who rents an Airbnb and discovers that the house is not what it appears to be. She finds herself in a mysterious situation and must use her wits to get out alive. The movie is a thrilling and suspenseful ride filled with unexpected twists and turns.
- Speak No Evil: Follows a Danish family on a visit to a Dutch family they met on holiday. Initially, the weekend seems idyllic, but tensions start to rise as the Danes struggle to maintain their composure in the face of growing hostility. It’s a story of politeness, family, and the lengths we go to keep the peace – and the consequences that may follow.
- Emergency Declaration: A thrilling movie about a group of passengers on an international flight who are faced with a terrorist threat. When a mysterious death occurs on board, the crew and passengers must come together to take emergency measures to save the lives of everyone on board. With the ever-decreasing fuel and the refusal of international help, the captain and crew must make decisions that could save or cost the lives of the passengers.
- A Hero: Rahim is a man in desperate need of money and ends up in prison because of an unpaid debt. He is granted a two-day leave, during which he attempts to convince his creditor to withdraw his complaint against part of the sum. Unfortunately, things don’t go as expected and Rahim finds himself in a tricky situation. He must find a way to get out of this mess and prove himself as a hero. Watch it: streaming on Apple TV
- The Drover’s Wife: The Legend of Molly Johnson: Molly Johnson is a brave and determined woman living in 19th-century Australia. She is left alone to care for her three children and ailing husband’s farm when he sets off to find work. Molly bravely takes on the challenge of looking after the farm and successfully manages to protect it from danger. Her courage and strength are put to the test when a drover, who is looking for shelter, shows up at her door. After a series of dangerous events, Molly protects her family and keeps the farm safe. This is an inspiring story of courage, determination, and strength. Watch it: streaming on Amazon Prime, Binge, and Foxtel Now; or rent it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Apple iTunes, Microsoft Store, Telstra TV, or Fetch TV online.
- Happening: Annie, a young student living in France during the 1960s, finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. As abortion is illegal in the country, she is forced to face this difficult and life-changing decision in a society that does not accept her situation. Despite the struggles she is confronted with, Annie bravely and courageously embarks on a journey to find a solution, determined to not let her circumstances define her. The movie tells the story of her inspiring journey and her fight to gain control of her destiny. Watch it: Rent it on Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube, Telstra TV, or Fetch.
- The Tragedy of Macbeth: Macbeth’s rise to power is plagued with guilt and paranoia, as he is driven by his ambition to remain king. His actions lead to a cycle of violence and betrayal, resulting in his own downfall. The Tragedy of Macbeth follows him as he faces the consequences of his ambition and discovers that the path to power is full of dark choices. This 2022 version of the story is a powerful and riveting retelling of this classic story. Watch it: Streaming on Apple TV+
That’s it! My best of 2022!
Do you agree or disagree with my list? Let me know your favourite movies of 2022 in the comments.