Category: Thriller
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BLUE SUNSHINE
“Blue Sunshine” is a 1977 psychological horror-thriller directed by Jeff Lieberman that explores the consequences of a mysterious drug and its long-term effects on a group of individuals. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the film delves into the dark side of a counterculture movement. The story begins at a college reunion where Jerry…
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SHORT FILM: LA CABINA (THE TELEPHONE BOX)
“La Cabina” is a Spanish short film directed by Antonio Mercero. It was released in 1972 and has become a classic in Spanish cinema. The film is known for its suspense, satire, and social commentary blend. The film opens with a seemingly ordinary day in a bustling city. A man (played by José Luis López…
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ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” is a 1975 film directed by Milos Forman, adapted from Ken Kesey’s novel of the same name. The story unfolds within the walls of a mental institution in Portland, Oregon, where the charismatic and rebellious Randle P. McMurphy (Jack Nicholson) feigns insanity to escape a prison sentence for statutory…
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TRANS-EUROP-EXPRESS
Trans-Europ-Express is a 1966 experimental film written and directed by Alain Robbe-Grillet and starring Jean-Louis Trintignant and Marie-France Pisier. The title refers to the Trans Europ Express, an international rail network in Europe. The story shows a creative team devising a film plot during a train journey to Antwerp. It is intercut with a film-within-a-film about…
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WOLFWALKERS
“Wolfwalkers,” directed by Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart, is a visually stunning animated fantasy film released in 2020. The film is the final installment in Moore’s Irish folklore trilogy, following The Secret of Kells (2009) and Song of the Sea (2014). Set in 1650, the story takes place in Kilkenny, Ireland, under English rule. Robyn…
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THE THIRD MAN
“The Third Man” is a classic noir film set in post-World War II Vienna. It was directed by Carol Reed and released in 1949. The story revolves around Holly Martins (played by Joseph Cotten), an American novelist who arrives in Vienna to meet his old friend Harry Lime (played by Orson Welles), only to discover…
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PARASITE
“Parasite,” directed by Bong Joon-ho and released in 2019, is a South Korean dark comedy thriller that revolves around two families from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The film stars Song Kang-Ho, Jang Hye-jin, Choi Woo-shik, Lee Sun-kyun and Jo Yeo-jeong The story begins when Ki-woo, through a stroke of luck and deceit, secures a tutoring job…
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THE PARALLAX VIEW
“The Parallax View” is a political thriller released in 1974, directed by Alan J. Pakula and starring Warren Beatty in the lead role. The film is renowned for its atmospheric tension, conspiracy-laden plot, and gripping storytelling. Warren Beatty plays Joseph Frady, a reporter investigating a mysterious and disturbing sequence of events. The story kicks off…
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TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY
“Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” is a 2011 espionage thriller film directed by Tomas Alfredson, based on John le Carré’s novel of the same name. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Tom Hardy, John Hurt, Mark Strong, Benedict Cumberbatch, and many others. Set during the Cold War in the early…
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CUL-DE-SAC
“Cul-de-sac” is a 1966 British psychological thriller directed by Roman Polanski. The film is known for its dark and absurdist humor, as well as its exploration of power dynamics, isolation, and the breakdown of societal norms. It features a small cast, with standout performances by Donald Pleasence and Françoise Dorléac. The story centers on a…
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