The Dude, whose biggest concerns in the Los Angeles heat are an ice-cold White Russian and Thursday tournaments at the bowling alley, one day finds himself in the middle of an absurd case of mistaken identity. His quest to recover his ruined rug—the result of a senseless raid on his home—drags him into the complex world of nihilists and local billionaires. In this crime-comedy whirlwind directed by the Coen brothers, our unemployed hero and his loyal friends embark on a rusty adventure to avenge the rug. Echoing through the dusty streets of California, this tale of aimlessness shows how ordinary moments can spiral into chaos.

7 wins & 18 nominations total