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)

4) Out 1 (Noli me tangere) (1971)

Out 1 (Image via Stéphane Tchalgadjieff )
Out 1 (Image via Stéphane Tchalgadjieff )

This French experimental film, directed by Jacques Rivette, is a 775-minute journey into the lives of two theater troupes as they prepare for productions of classic plays. The film also explores cryptic conspiracies and the isolation of modern life. Its length allows scenes to unfold naturally, emphasizing dialogue and subtle character interactions. The film’s unhurried pace and intricate details make it a cult favorite among cinephiles. It’s an exploration of human connections told in a sprawling, unconventional format.

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Edited by Anshika Jain