MUBI Label of the Month: 6 Essential Releases Every Film Collector Should Own

MUBI Label of the Month: 6 Essential Releases Every Film Collector Should Own

03 June, 2026Alex Leptos

MUBI launched in 2007 initially as a streaming platform dedicated to hand-picked world cinema. Over the years however it has evolved into something much bigger; it has become one of the most exciting names in film distribution and physical media, championing everything from acclaimed international auteurs to the best contemporary filmmakers. MUBI presents collectors with films that they might otherwise struggle to find in mainstream collections.

And that’s exactly why MUBI is Rarewaves’ Label of the Month.

Whether you’re drawn to intimate human dramas, psychological thrillers, modern body horror or arthouse masterpieces, MUBI’s catalogue is filled with films that linger in the mind long after the credits roll. Here are six essential releases that deserve a place on your shelf.

 

The Mastermind (2025)

Starting with a couple of modern gems- first Kelly Reichardt’s The Mastermind is one of the most anticipated additions to MUBI’s physical media catalogue. This 2025 film arrives on Blu-ray and 4K UHD following widespread acclaim on the festival circuit where it competed for the Palme d’Or at Cannes. Reichardt, known for minimalist storytelling and “slow cinema” in films such as First Cow and Certain Women, turns her attention to a tense art-heist story set against the backdrop of 1970s America.

Reichardt still keeps much of her signature style with less emphasis on spectacle and more on character, atmosphere and the mounting pressure of bad decisions- as Josh O’Connor is an amateur thief whose seemingly straightforward plan quickly begins to unravel. Likely to become one of the label’s most sought-after titles, Mubi’s release includes 5 art cards and a video essay on “Unwinding the Heist Film.”

 

Die, My Love (2025)

Directed by Lynne Ramsay, Die, My Love is one of the most talked-about films of recent years. Starring Jennifer Lawrence alongside Robert Pattinson who continues a generational run, the film follows a young mother struggling with postpartum psychosis while living in rural isolation. Much in keeping with Ramsay’s work (We Need to Talk About Kevin, You Were Never Really Here) what unfolds is an emotionally raw and often unsettling portrait of deteriorating mental health, delivered with her trademark visual flair.

MUBI’s duel format 4K UHD + Blu-ray edition gives the film the presentation it deserves, showcasing its gorgeous cinematography and visual design. With 5 art cards included, Die, My Love is the type of bold filmmaking that is a must-own for fans of contemporary arthouse cinema.

 

Decision to Leave (2022)

Park Chan-wook is one of the most daring and distinctive filmmakers of our time with mind-bending thriller like Oldboy, The Handmaiden and Thirst just to name a few. Decision to Leave follow suit and delivers is a masterclass in style, suspense and emotional complexity. Winner of the Best Director prize at the Cannes Film Festival, it follows detective Hae-joon as he investigates a suspicious death and becomes increasingly fascinated by the victim’s enigmatic widow, Seo-rae.

Drawing inspiration from classic Hitchcock thrillers elevating his own distinctive style, Decision to Leave blends romance, mystery and obsession into one of the finest films of the decade. Tang Wei and Park Hae-il deliver exceptional performances, while Park Chan-wook’s meticulous visual signature is on full display.

In addition to the film, MUBI’s release boasts a bunch of behind the scenes and bonus features. They include documentaries, interviews with director Park Chan-wook, introductions featuring the cast, a Q&A with Park Chan-wook and Parasite director Bong Joon Ho, as well as behind-the-scenes footage from Cannes, a VFX reel, and five art cards.

 

Perfect Days (2023)

Moving across the globe, few films in recent memory have captured everyday beauty quite as elegantly as Wim Wenders’ Perfect Days. Winner of the Best Actor award at Cannes for Koji Yakusho’s remarkable central performance, the film follows Hirayama, a Tokyo toilet cleaner whose carefully structured routine reveals a life filled with quiet contentment. More than a simple character study, Perfect Days is a meditation on routine, gratitude and finding meaning in ordinary moments. It’s a gentle, life-affirming film that has resonated deeply with audiences around the world.

MUBI’s 4K UHD release comes packed with worthwhile extras, including interviews with Wim Wenders and the cast, Wenders’ short film Somebody Comes Into the Light, six exclusive art cards and a companion booklet. The result is a release every bit as thoughtful as the film itself.

 

The Oslo Trilogy

Joachim Trier has quietly built genuinely one of the strongest bodies of work in contemporary European cinema, with his most recent being the multi-Oscar nominated Sentimental Value. MUBI brings together three of his most celebrated films: Reprise, Oslo, August 31st and The Worst Person in the World in The Oslo Trilogy.

Whilst not a traditional narrative trilogy, the films form a loose thematic trilogy exploring identity, relationships, memory and adulthood within modern Oslo (in his native Norway). Anders Danielsen Lie serves as a recurring presence across the series, while The Worst Person in the World introduced many viewers to Renate Reinsve after having made her filmic debut in Oslo, August 31st.

MUBI’s Blu-ray box set is an excellent showcase for Trier’s work. Alongside all three films, the collection includes a Q&A with Renate Reinsve, behind-the-scenes material, the Gaupe comic gallery and an exclusive 24-page booklet. For anyone interested in contemporary European filmmaking, this set is essential viewing- and owning.

 

The Substance (2024)

Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance exploded (pun intended) into popular culture and was a bit of a dark horse heading into awards season. Certainly winning the audience awards should one have existed, The Substance is equal parts body horror, satire and Hollywood nightmare. Starring Demi Moore as a fading celebrity who discovers a mysterious treatment capable of creating a younger, seemingly perfect version of herself in the form of Margaret Qualley.

What follows is a gloriously grotesque descent into excess, vanity and self-destruction that recalls the work of David Cronenberg while feeling entirely fresh and modern. Moore delivers arguably the best performance of her career, while Margaret Qualley provides the perfect counterpoint in a film that constantly escalates in shocking and unexpected directions.

MUBI’s physical release allows viewers to fully appreciate the film’s extraordinary practical effects work and meticulous visual design. It’s the kind of movie that demands repeat viewings, and one of the standout genre releases of the decade so far.

From intoxicating romantic mystery and gentle meditation on everyday life to visceral shock and emotional honesty if these releases and many more from their massive catalogue, MUBI continues to prove that physical media can be both beautifully curated and genuinely adventurous.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply looking to expand your cinematic horizons, these releases showcase exactly why MUBI has become one of the most exciting labels in the business.

Which MUBI release is your favourite?

 

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