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The Best French Movies That Are Absolute Masterpieces According to Ranker

"France's contributions to the world of cinema are nothing short of extraordinary, boasting an extensive collection of unforgettable films that demonstrate unmatched artistry & powerful storytelling. These movies often strike a delicate balance between mesmerizing storytelling, complex characters, & visually stunning cinematography. The best French movies effortlessly transport audiences into another realm, captivating their imagination as they get lost in the beauty of these cinematic masterpieces. When reflecting upon these astounding French movies, one can't help but marvel at their lasting legacy; their powerful stories & artistic ingenuity continue to influence filmmakers around the world. By examining some of the best of all time more closely, it becomes clear why they continue to endure within our collective consciousness – rich storytelling infused with unparalleled artistry, breathing life into unforgettable tales that reaffirm the transformative power of cinema." - ranker.com
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Beauty and the Beast (1946)
Beauty and the Beast (1946)
Rotten Tomatoes®   95%
2
Le Samouraï (1967)
Le Samouraï (1967)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
3
The Wages of Fear (1953)
The Wages of Fear (1953)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
4
Breathless (1960)
Breathless (1960)
Rotten Tomatoes®   96%
5
Three Colors: Red (1994)
Three Colors: Red (1994)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
6
Orpheus (1950)
Orpheus (1950)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
7
Diabolique (1955)
Diabolique (1955)
Rotten Tomatoes®   96%
8
The 400 Blows (1959)
The 400 Blows (1959)
Rotten Tomatoes®   99%
9
Three Colors: Blue (1993)
Three Colors: Blue (1993)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
10
The Piano Teacher (2001)
The Piano Teacher (2001)
Rotten Tomatoes®   73%
11
Amélie (2001)
Amélie (2001)
Rotten Tomatoes®   89%
12
Grand Illusion (1937)
Grand Illusion (1937)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
13
Belle De Jour (1967)
Belle De Jour (1967)
Rotten Tomatoes®   95%
14
Purple Noon (1960)
Purple Noon (1960)
Rotten Tomatoes®   95%
15
Manon of the Spring (1986)
Manon of the Spring (1986)
Rotten Tomatoes®   79%
16
Jean De Florette (1986)
Jean De Florette (1986)
Rotten Tomatoes®   96%
17
The Intouchables (2011)
The Intouchables (2011)
Rotten Tomatoes®   75%
18
Camille Claudel (1988)
Camille Claudel (1988)
Rotten Tomatoes®   92%
19
Two Men in Town (1973)
Two Men in Town (1973)
20
Army of Shadows (1969)
Army of Shadows (1969)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
21
Children of Paradise (1945)
Children of Paradise (1945)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
22
Le Cercle Rouge (1970)
Le Cercle Rouge (1970)
Rotten Tomatoes®   95%
23
Pickpocket (1959)
Pickpocket (1959)
Rotten Tomatoes®   93%
24
King of Hearts (1966)
King of Hearts (1966)
Rotten Tomatoes®   89%
25
Les Visiteurs Du Soir (1942)
Les Visiteurs Du Soir (1942)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
26
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
27
Cléo From 5 to 7 (1962)
Cléo From 5 to 7 (1962)
Rotten Tomatoes®   92%
28
The Rules of the Game (1939)
The Rules of the Game (1939)
Rotten Tomatoes®   96%
29
Eyes Without a Face (1960)
Eyes Without a Face (1960)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
30
The Inquisitor (1981)
The Inquisitor (1981)
31
Au Revoir Les Enfants (1987)
Au Revoir Les Enfants (1987)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
32
Day for Night (1973)
Day for Night (1973)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
33
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
34
That Obscure Object of Desire (1977)
That Obscure Object of Desire (1977)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
35
Quai Des Orfèvres (1947)
Quai Des Orfèvres (1947)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
36
Cyrano De Bergerac (1990)
Cyrano De Bergerac (1990)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
37
Le Doulos (1963)
Le Doulos (1963)
Rotten Tomatoes®   97%
38
Le Trou (1960)
Le Trou (1960)
Rotten Tomatoes®   94%
39
The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928)
The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928)
Rotten Tomatoes®   98%
40
A Trip to the Moon (1902)
A Trip to the Moon (1902)
Rotten Tomatoes®   100%
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