But with so many “prestige” dramas dropping every awards season, which ones are actually worth the two-plus hour runtime? I’ve combed through the latest critic scores and audience reactions to break down three of the most talked-about popular dramas right now.

Happy watching — and keep the tissues nearby.

Let's take a closer look at some movie reviews for these films, highlighting what critics and audiences have to say about their impact and quality:

: Naturalistic acting—specifically micro-expressions and body language—often determines whether a story feels "real" enough to touch the audience. Recent Standouts & Critical Darlings