The best movies of 2025 (so far)

From Sinners to One Battle After Another, this year offers compelling reasons to visit the cinema.

Into the World of Anime: Naoko Yamada’s Latest

The newest film from anime master Naoko Yamada tells a joyful story of three teenagers using music to navigate life’s next stages. Featuring light fantasy and thought-provoking elements, yet staying true to the inner world of high schooler Totsuko—a girl who perceives people’s [translate:«цвета»]—the director of A Silent Voice presents a beautifully sensitive coming-of-age animation. It may well be the best film of the year.

Marvel’s Fresh Direction in Phase 5

After a lackluster Phase 5, Marvel redeems itself with Florence Pugh as the troubled Russian assassin Yelena Belova. Her role energizes a scrappy team-up movie that deals thoughtfully with trauma, depression, and mental health amid clashes with new superhuman threats. Marvel deserves credit for moving away from over-the-top VFX battles, opting for practical effects and subtle style under ex-indie director Jake Schreier (Paper Towns).

The Thunderbolts team adds enjoyable dynamics, led by David Harbour’s charismatic ex-Soviet superhero grappling with his fading relevance and a notable midsection.
The post-credit scene is especially rewarding for fans.

Paul Greengrass’s Signature Style

Paul Greengrass continues to excel by combining intense action sequences with moral dilemmas.

“Paul Greengrass has built a career on mixing hyper-kinetic action with moral complexity.”

Summary: The year 2025 has brought a rich variety of films blending emotional depth, fresh storytelling, and renewed creativity, promising a vibrant cinematic experience.

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Time Out — 2025-11-06