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[+] Top10nerScore77.440 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Yorgos Lanthimos
WRITERS: Efthymis Filippou, Yorgos Lanthimos
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Thimios Bakatakis
STARRING: Colin Farrell, Barry Keoghan, Nicole Kidman, Raffey Cassidy, Sunny Suljic
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Tragedy, Family Drama
Dr. Steven Murphy is a renowned cardiovascular surgeon who presides over a spotless household with his wife and two children. Lurking at the margins of his idyllic suburban existence is Martin, a fatherless teen who insinuates himself into the doctor’s life in gradually unsettling ways.
[+] Top10nerScore77.448 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Alejandro Jodorowsky
WRITERS: Alejandro Jodorowsky, Claudio Argento, Roberto Leoni
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Daniele Nannuzzi
STARRING: Axel Jodorowsky, Blanca Guerra, Guy Stockwell, Adan Jodorowsky
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Surrealism, Psychological Drama, Psychological Horror
A young man is confined in a mental hospital. Through a flashback we see that he was traumatized as a child, when he and his family were circus performers: he saw his father cut off the arms of his mother, a religious fanatic and leader of the heretical church of Santa Sangre (“Holy Blood”), and then commit suicide. Back in the present, he escapes and rejoins his surviving and armless mother.
Santa Sangre is a visually stunning journey into the surreal, blending horror and psychological depth with artistic finesse. Its mesmerizing visuals and haunting score captivate, while its exploration of trauma and redemption resonates deeply. Truly a gem of avant-garde cinema.
[+] Top10nerScore77.636 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Claude Chabrol
WRITERS: Claude Chabrol, Caroline Eliacheff
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Bernard Zitzermann
STARRING: Isabelle Huppert, Sandrine Bonnaire, Jacqueline Bisset, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Valérie Bonneton
GENRE: Drama, Psychological Thriller
Sophie, a quiet and shy maid working for an upper-class French family, finds a friend in the energetic and uncompromising postmaster Jeanne, who encourages her to stand up against her bourgeois employers.
La Cérémonie deftly explores class divides and hidden resentments through a gripping narrative. Chabrol’s nuanced direction and the intense performances of Huppert and Richard deliver a hauntingly memorable experience that captivates and disturbs in equal measure.
[+] Top10nerScore77.778 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Cronenberg
WRITERS: Josh Olson
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Peter Suschitzky
STARRING: Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt
GENRE: Crime, Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama
An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.
A History of Violence captivates with its raw exploration of identity and morality. Mortensen’s nuanced performance and Cronenberg’s direction craft a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of human nature, leaving audiences spellbound till the credits roll.
[+] Top10nerScore77.861 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Lynne Ramsay
WRITERS: Lynne Ramsay, Rory Stewart Kinnear
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Seamus McGarvey
STARRING: Tilda Swinton, Ezra Miller, John C. Reilly, Jasper Newell, Ashley Gerasimovich
GENRE: Psychological Drama, Family Drama, Psychological Thriller
Eva puts her ambitions and career aside to give birth to Kevin. The relationship between mother and son is difficult from the very first years. When he does something irrational and unforgivable in the eyes of the community, Eva grapples with her own feelings of grief and responsibility.
We Need to Talk About Kevin stands out as a chilling psychological thriller, delving deeply into the complexities of maternal guilt and troubled youth. Swinton’s haunting performance and Ramsay’s deft touch create a gripping, unsettling exploration of nature versus nurture.
[+] Top10nerScore77.928 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Michael Mann
WRITERS: Michael Mann
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Dante Spinotti
STARRING: William Petersen, Brian Cox, Tom Noonan, Joan Allen, Dennis Farina
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Neo-Noir, Crime
THEME: Police Procedural
FBI criminal profiler Will Graham is called out of early retirement to assist on a deadly case involving a murderer known as the “Tooth Fairy”. After enlisting the help of imprisoned serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecktor, Graham and the FBI are soon entangled in a menacing cat-and-mouse game…
Manhunter is a riveting psychological thriller that stands out for its chilling atmosphere and atmospheric direction. Michael Mann crafts a suspenseful narrative, blending deep psychological tension with intricate visuals. A haunting early entry in the Hannibal Lecter saga.
[+] Top10nerScore78.023 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Rodrigo Sorogoyen
WRITERS: Rodrigo Sorogoyen, Isabel Peña
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Alejandro de Pablo
STARRING: Denis Ménochet, Marina Foïs, Luis Zahera, Diego Anido, Marie Colomb
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama
An expatriate French couple operate an organic farm in the Spanish countryside. However, their earnest enthusiasm reeks of patronizing privilege to the handful of “hill people” families who have toiled on the land for generations, leading to tensions between locals and foreigners boiling over.
In The Beasts, tension simmers beneath the surface, building a gripping psychological thriller that explores rural isolation, xenophobia, and human nature’s darkest impulses. Its slow-burn narrative thrives on paranoia, delivering dread with subtle, chilling precision.
[+] Top10nerScore78.219 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Tetsuya Nakashima
WRITERS: Tetsuya Nakashima
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Shouichi Atou, Atsushi Ozawa
STARRING: Takako Matsu, Masaki Okada, Yoshino Kimura, Yukito Nishii, Kaoru Fujiwara
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama, Mystery
A middle-school teacher’s daughter is murdered. Shattered, she finally returns to her classroom, only to become convinced that two of her students were responsible. No one believes her, and she may very well be wrong, but she decides that it’s time to take her revenge…
Confessions grips with a harrowing tale of vengeance and twisted morality, drawing viewers deep into its unsettling narrative. Through haunting visuals and intricate storytelling, it meticulously unravels the depths of human nature and the chilling consequences of guilt.
[+] Top10nerScore78.5314159265359 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Darren Aronofsky
WRITERS: Darren Aronofsky
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Matthew Libatique
STARRING: Sean Gullette, Mark Margolis, Ben Shenkman, Pamela Hart
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Surrealism
A paranoid mathematician searches for the numbers that will unlock the great pattern of the universe—and is pursued by both a Hasidic cult and a Wall Street firm who want the secret.
Pi is an exploration of obsession, where numbers become a gateway to madness. Aronofsky’s debut, with its stark black-and-white visuals and pulsating score, creates an unnerving atmosphere that captures the disintegration of reason in a world driven by patterns.
[+] Top10nerScore78.738 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Clint Eastwood
WRITERS: Brian Helgeland
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Tom Stern
STARRING: Sean Penn, Tim Robbins, Kevin Bacon, Laurence Fishburne, Marcia Gay Harden
GENRE: Psychological Drama, Mystery, Crime, Psychological Thriller
The lives of three men who were childhood friends are shattered when one of them has a family tragedy.
Mystic River is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into trauma and vengeance with haunting precision. Eastwood’s direction and a stellar cast craft a harrowing narrative, blending intense drama and suspense, making it a standout in the genre’s realm.
[+] Top10nerScore78.760 / 100
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DIRECTOR: J. Lee Thompson
WRITERS: James R. Webb
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Sam Leavitt, Robert Willoughby
STARRING: Gregory Peck, Robert Mitchum, Polly Bergen, Lori Martin, Martin Balsam
GENRE: Psychological Thriller
THEME: Southern Gothic
Sam Bowden witnesses a rape committed by Max Cady and testifies against him. When released after 8 years in prison, Cady begins stalking Bowden and his family but is always clever enough not to violate the law.
Cape Fear enthralls with its unnerving psychological tension and relentless thriller pace. J. Lee Thompson crafts a nerve-racking narrative driven by Robert Mitchum’s chilling performance. A gripping descent into fear, it expertly blends suspense with psychological depth.
[+] Top10nerScore78.907 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Fincher
WRITERS: John Brancato, Michael Ferris, Larry Gross, Andrew Kevin Walker
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Harris Savides
STARRING: Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
A wealthy and emotionally remote investment banker receives a strange birthday present from his slacker younger brother: a voucher for a game that promises to change his life. However, things soon take a dangerous turn. With no one left to trust and his money gone, he must find answers for himself.
Fincher’s The Game envelops audiences in a labyrinthine narrative where reality and illusion blur. With meticulous pacing and chilling atmosphere, this psychological thriller unravels like a twisted puzzle, leaving viewers questioning every choice and motive until the final reveal.
[+] Top10nerScore79.026 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Anthony Minghella
WRITERS: Anthony Minghella
CINEMATOGRAPHY: John Seale
STARRING: Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, Cate Blanchett, Philip Seymour Hoffman
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Crime, Psychological Drama
Tom Ripley is a calculating young man who believes it’s better to be a fake somebody than a real nobody. Opportunity knocks in the form of a wealthy U.S. shipbuilder who hires Tom to travel to Italy to bring back his playboy son, Dickie. Ripley worms his way into the idyllic lives of Dickie and his girlfriend, plunging into a daring scheme of duplicity, lies and murder.
The Talented Mr. Ripley excels as a psychological thriller, weaving a chilling narrative of identity and deception. With a mesmerizing performance from Matt Damon, it delves deep into the complexities of envy and ambition, creating a suspenseful and haunting experience.
[+] Top10nerScore79.072 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Adrian Lyne
WRITERS: Bruce Joel Rubin
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Jeffrey L. Kimball
STARRING: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven, Pruitt Taylor
GENRE: Psychological Horror, Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama
Vietnam veteran Jacob Singer is tormented by the vivid memories of war and the heartbreaking death of his son. Unsure if he is suffering from post-traumatic stress, dementia, or something paranormal, Jacob finds himself quickly spiraling out of control.
Jacob’s Ladder is a chilling psychological journey that grips with its haunting atmosphere and mind-bending narrative. The film deftly blends horror and existential dread, plunging viewers into a nightmarish descent that lingers, creating an unsettling sense of unease and suspense.
[+] Top10nerScore79.135 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Alejandro Amenábar
WRITERS: Mateo Gil, Alejandro Amenábar
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Hans Burmann
STARRING: Eduardo Noriega, Penélope Cruz, Karra Elejalde, Chete Lera
GENRE: Mystery, Psychological Thriller, Science Fiction, Psychological Drama
Handsome 25-year-old Cesar had it all: a successful career, expensive cars, a swank bachelor’s pad, and an endless string of beautiful and willing women. He is then thrown into a strange psychological mystery after a car accident scars his face and lands him in prison.
A gripping psychological thriller, Open Your Eyes intricately blends reality and illusion with masterful precision. Its complex narrative and suspenseful style captivate viewers, drawing them into a hauntingly immersive experience where perception and truth blur.
[+] Top10nerScore79.136 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Cronenberg
WRITERS: David Cronenberg, Norman Snider
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Peter Suschitzky
STARRING: Jeremy Irons, Jeremy Irons, Geneviève Bujold
GENRE: Psychological Drama, Psychological Thriller, Tragedy
Elliot, a successful gynecologist, works at the same practice as his identical twin, Beverly. Elliot is attracted to many of his patients and has affairs with them. When he inevitably loses interest, he will give the woman over to Beverly, the meeker of the two, without the woman knowing the difference. Beverly falls hard for one of the patients, Claire, but when she inadvertently deceives him, he slips into a state of madness.
Dead Ringers immerses viewers in a chilling psychological thriller where David Cronenberg’s meticulous direction unravels a haunting exploration of identity and madness. Jeremy Irons delivers a compelling dual performance, enhancing the film’s unnerving, cerebral edge.
[+] Top10nerScore79.413 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Lynch
WRITERS: David Lynch
CINEMATOGRAPHY: David Lynch
STARRING: Laura Dern, Jeremy Irons, Justin Theroux, Harry Dean Stanton
GENRE: Surrealism, Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Experimental, Postmodernism
An actress’s perception of reality becomes increasingly distorted as she finds herself falling for her co-star in a remake of an unfinished Polish production that was supposedly cursed.
Inland Empire captivates with its enigmatic narrative and mesmerizing visuals, plunging viewers into a labyrinth of intrigue. Lynch’s audacious direction and Laura Dern’s haunting performance redefine cinematic immersion. A surreal journey that demands multiple viewings.
[+] Top10nerScore79.674 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Kim Jee-woon
WRITERS: Park Hoon-jung, Kim Jee-woon
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Lee Mo-gae
STARRING: Lee Byung-hun, Choi Min-sik, Jeon Kuk-hwan
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Crime
THEME: Vigilante
Kyung-chul is a dangerous psychopath who kills for pleasure. Soo-hyeon, a top-secret agent, decides to track down the murderer himself. He promises himself that he will do everything in his power to take vengeance against the killer, even if it means that he must become a monster himself.
I Saw the Devil pushes the psychological thriller genre to its limits, blending relentless tension with haunting brutality. A cat-and-mouse game drenched in moral ambiguity, this chilling film explores the darkest corners of vengeance, challenging both the mind and the soul.
[+] Top10nerScore80.060 / 100
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DIRECTOR: René Clément
WRITERS: Paul Gégauff, René Clément
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Henri Decaë
STARRING: Alain Delon, Maurice Ronet, Marie Laforêt
GENRE: Crime, Psychological Thriller
Wealthy Mr Greenleaf hires Tom Ripley to bring back his son Philippe from Italy to the US, as he fears that he is squandering his inheritance. However, when Tom becomes attracted to Philippe’s lifestyle and girlfriend, his intentions take a lethal turn as he decides to take on Phillipe’s identity.
Purple Noon captures Alain Delon in his most iconic role, blending sun-soaked elegance with a dark exploration of identity and deceit. René Clément’s direction reveals the sinister shadows beneath the Mediterranean allure, crafting a tale of seduction and betrayal.
[+] Top10nerScore80.411 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Ted Kotcheff
WRITERS: Evan Jones
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Brian West
STARRING: Gary Bond, Donald Pleasence, Chips Rafferty, Sylvia Kay
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama
MOVEMENT: Australian New Wave
Wake in Fright is the story of John Grant, a bonded teacher who arrives in the rough outback mining town of Bundanyabba planning to stay overnight before catching the plane to Sydney, but as one night stretches into several he plunges headlong into his own destruction.
Wake in Fright grips audiences with its chilling portrayal of rural despair and madness. The film’s relentless tension and haunting atmosphere create a visceral experience, delving into the dark corners of isolation and the human psyche with unsettling precision.
[+] Top10nerScore80.607 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
WRITERS: Anthony Shaffer
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Oswald Morris
STARRING: Michael Caine, Laurence Olivier
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
THEME: Chamber Film
A mystery novelist devises an insurance scam with his wife’s lover – but things aren’t exactly as they seem.
Sleuthis a tour de force of suspense and intrigue, showcasing a thrilling battle of wits between Laurence Olivier and Michael Caine. The film’s intricate plot and sharp dialogue craft a captivating narrative, full of unexpected twists and razor-sharp tension that grips from start to finish.
[+] Top10nerScore80.609 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Pedro Almodóvar
WRITERS: Pedro Almodóvar
CINEMATOGRAPHY: José Luis Alcaine
STARRING: Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Marisa Paredes, Jan Cornet, Roberto Álamo
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Drama
A brilliant plastic surgeon creates a synthetic skin that withstands any kind of damage. His guinea pig: a mysterious and volatile woman who holds the key to his obsession.
In The Skin I Live In, Pedro Almodóvar crafts a deeply unsettling tale of identity and control. Antonio Banderas delivers a disturbingly composed performance, driving a narrative that delves into the dark corners of human obsession and the chilling extremes of revenge.
[+] Top10nerScore80.646 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Satoshi Kon
WRITERS: Satoshi Kon, Seishi Minakami
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Michiya Kato
STARRING: Megumi Hayashibara, Toru Furuya, Katsunosuke Hori, Akio Otsuka, Kôichi Yamader, Toru Emori
STARRING (ENGLISH): Cindy Robinsona, Yuri Lowenthal, David Lodge, Paul St. Peter, Doug Erholtz, Michael Forest
GENRE: Anime, Surrealism, Science Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Postmodernism
When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patient’s dreams is stolen, all hell breaks loose. Only a young female therapist can stop it: Paprika.
Paprika mesmerizes with its stunning animation and mind-bending narrative, seamlessly blending reality and dreams. Kon’s visionary explores the subconscious with intricate detail, delivering a captivating cinematic experience that pushes the boundaries of storytelling.
[+] Top10nerScore80.818 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Mary Harron
WRITERS: Mary Harron, Guinevere Turner
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Andrzej Sekula
STARRING: Christian Bale, Willem Dafoe, Jared Leto, Reese Witherspoon, Chloë Sevigny
GENRE: Black Comedy, Satire, Psychological Thriller, Crime
A wealthy New York investment banking executive hides his alternate psychopathic ego from his co-workers and friends as he escalates deeper into his illogical, gratuitous fantasies.
American Psycho is an incisive, darkly satirical exploration of societal excess and the fragile veneer of sanity. Christian Bale’s mesmerizing performance and Mary Harron’s sharp direction combine to deliver a thought-provoking, chilling and strangely hilarious cinematic experience.
[+] Top10nerScore80.933 / 100
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DIRECTOR: George Cukor
WRITERS: John L. Balderston, Walter Reisch, Patrick Hamilton, John Van Druten
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Joseph Ruttenberg
STARRING: Ingrid Bergman, Charles Boyer, Joseph Cotton, Angela Lansbury
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
THEME: Gothic
A newlywed fears she’s going mad when strange things start happening at the family mansion.
In Gaslight, Bergman’s captivating performance as the resilient Paula, coupled with Boyer’s chilling portrayal of manipulation, crafts a suspenseful narrative. Its atmospheric cinematography and taut direction create an enduring classic of psychological thriller cinema.
