The 20 Best Films of 2024 (So Far)

As we approach 2024’s halfway point it’s time to take a temperature of the finest cinema thus far: we’ve rounded up our favorites from the first six months of this year, some of which have flown under the radar. Kindly note that this is based solely on U.S. theatrical and digital releases from 2024. Check out our picks below, as organized alphabetically, followed by honorable mentions. The Beast (Bertrand Bonello) Where to begin with Bertrand Bonello’s wonderful The Beast? It’s …