#1 – Argo
This 2012 American film was directed by Ben Affleck, who also stars in the movie. It is a political thriller, based on true events involving the rescue of US diplomats from Iran during the 1979 hostage crisis. Affleck stars as Tony Mendez, who orchestrated the rescue. Some people have criticized the movie for minimizing the Canadian involvement, but it achieved great success. It was nominated for seven Academy Awards, and won three, including Best Film Editing, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Picture.