The 9 Best Undistributed Movies of 2024

Indiewire - Dec 18th, 2024
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The year 2024 was considered a notable year for movies, though it could have been enhanced by the release of several promising films seen on the festival circuit in the United States. Some films, such as a lengthy documentary on the last independent TV station in Russia and the acclaimed 'No Other Land,' have not been distributed in the U.S., likely due to niche appeal and potential financial concerns. Others, like NoƩmie Merlant's 'The Balconettes' and Kiyoshi Kurosawa's 'Cloud,' remain inexplicably without distribution. Despite these challenges, there is optimism that these films will eventually find an audience in the U.S., with hopes for an even more exciting slate of releases in 2025.

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RATING

3.6
Moderately Fair
Read with skepticism

The article provides a subjective overview of films that were notable in 2024 but lacked distribution in the United States. It lacks supporting evidence and sources, and while it mentions some films and their impact, it doesn't provide detailed information or varied perspectives.

RATING DETAILS

4
Accuracy

The article makes several claims about films and their potential impact, but lacks concrete evidence or sources to support these claims. There is no verifiable information or data provided to back up the statements made about the films' significance or distribution challenges.

3
Balance

The article presents a very limited perspective, focusing only on the idea that these films are significant without providing counterpoints or alternative views. There is no discussion of why distribution might be challenging beyond a few speculative statements.

6
Clarity

The language is generally clear and easy to follow, but the tone is informal and somewhat speculative. There is a lack of detailed explanation or logical progression of ideas, which might lead to some confusion about the article's main points.

2
Source quality

No sources are cited in the article, and there is no indication of where the information comes from. The lack of source attribution significantly undermines the credibility of the claims made.

3
Transparency

The article does not disclose any conflicts of interest or affiliations that may affect impartiality. However, it also does not provide any substantial background or context, leaving the reader with little understanding of the basis for the claims made.