Explore curated movie lists by theme — region, period, (sub)genre, or motif — and discover new films worth obsessing over.

Theme in focus

Scene from Tabu (2012), used as the banner image for the Portugal Cinema collection

Cinema of Portugal

Cinema of Portugal blends personal stories with national memory, turning small moments into profound cinema. Discover visionary voices like Manoel de Oliveira, Pedro Costa, and Miguel Gomes, and films such as Os Verdes Anos, Tabu, and Vitalina Varela. These curated lists highlight classics, hidden gems, and bold new works shaping one of Europe’s most distinctive film traditions.

Latest themes

Scene from Parasite (2019), used as the banner image for the Best movies of the 2010s collection

Best movies of the 2010s

The 2010s was a decade of bold storytelling and diverse voices — from groundbreaking hits like Parasite and Moonlight to genre-defying spectacles such as Mad Max: Fury Road. This curated collection of movie lists explores the movies that shaped the decade, capturing its energy, innovation, and cultural impact. Discover essential films and hidden gems that define the spirit of the 2010s.

Scene from The Piano (1993), used as the banner image for the New Zealand Cinema collection

Cinema of New Zealand

Cinema of New Zealand blends striking landscapes with singular voices — from the poetic realism of Jane Campion to the offbeat humor of Taika Waititi, and the power of Māori storytelling in films like Once Were Warriors and Utu. These curated lists offer a glimpse into Aotearoa’s rich cinematic identity.

Scene from A Summer's Tale (1996), used as the banner image for the Summertime Films collection

Summertime films

Summertime films is a curated collection of movie lists that capture the feeling of summer — from sun-drenched coming-of-age stories to quiet seasonal melancholy and vibrant outdoor adventures. Discover movies that evoke heat, freedom, nostalgia, and the emotional shifts of long, unforgettable days.

The birth of cinexploria

It started with a simple idea: collecting movie lists that go beyond best-ofs and watchlists. Cinexploria gathers thematic film selections to help you explore cinema sideways, not just top down. A space for curious movie lovers who enjoy getting lost with intention — and who love digging deeper than the surface.