The 20 Best Movies of 2018 So Far
and Keith Kimbell, Metacritic Film Editor – June 30, 2018
Which films have impressed critics the most during the first half of the year? Above, we rank the best-reviewed movies released in theaters between January 1, 2018 and June 30, 2018 by Metascore. Films must have more than 7 reviews from professional critics to be eligible.
The director of 2015's best documentary, Sherpa, returns with another examination of mountain climbing—and another cinematic peak, so to speak. Jennifer Peedom's new film travels around the world to follow a variety of adventurers and athletes who seek thrills at the highest elevations. The stunning visuals combine with a score from the Australian Chamber Orchestra and narration from Willem Dafoe to provide a complete experience.
“The relationship between image and music, here, proves more rich and rewarding than the movies generally offer today, as one is not clearly subordinate to the other.” — Alan Scherstuhl, Village Voice