Top 20 movies with the longest runtime

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A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery (Image via Star Cinema)
A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery (Image via Star Cinema)

15) Melancholia (2008)

Melancholia (Image via Sine Olivia Pilipinas)
Melancholia (Image via Sine Olivia Pilipinas)

This 450-minute experimental film by Lav Diaz examines grief and despair across three interconnected parts. It follows characters dealing with personal loss while exploring existential themes. The film’s length allows Diaz to immerse viewers in their emotions, using long, static shots to emphasize silence and introspection. Each segment takes its time to unpack the weight of suffering, creating an experience that feels both reflective and deeply human. The deliberate pacing turns the film into a meditation on loss and healing.

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Edited by Anshika Jain