Top 10 obsessive psychological thrillers that you should watch once in your life

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Black Swan

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Black Swan is a 2010 psychological horror film directed by Darren Aronofsky and starring Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel and Barbara Hershey. The film follows the life of a ballerina named Nina Sayers, who is searching for her perfection and ambition in the field she loves.

Nina, a talented dancer, is chosen to play the female lead in the performance of "Swan Lake" by the New York Ballet. She faces great pressure from director Thomas Leroy and internal difficulties in her life. The film reveals that Nina has a complex inner personality, obsessed and tired of striving for perfection. She feels competitive with a new dancer, Lily, who has a free and sexy personality.

In the process of preparing for the role, Nina began to experience unpredictable and ambiguous mental states. She begins to see manifestations of a "Black Fairy" within herself, and her fears and impulses gradually become stronger. The contrast between pure and evil personality in Nina gradually becomes blurred, and the distinction between real and virtual is also blurred.

"Black Swan" combines a complex psychological story with elements of horror and mystery, especially through its reinterpretation of beautiful ballet performances. The film explores burnout, greed and human past confinement, as well as the impact of pressure and artistic life on mind and spirit.

Directed by: Darren Aronofsky
Screenwriters: Mark Heyman, Andres Heinz, John J. McLaughlin
Actors: Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel, Barbara Hershey
Duration: 108 minutes
Status: The movie has been completed and released
Genre: Horror, Psychological, Dance
Release year: 2010
America

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Joker (2019)

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"Joker" is a 2019 psychological crime drama film, directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix. The film tells the journey of Arthur Fleck, a man full of misfortune and psychosis, to become the super evil character Joker - the famous villain in the Batman universe.

Arthur Fleck is a failed clown who lives a difficult life in Gotham City, a city of decay and depravity. He suffers from a lack of love, cannot express joy, and is equated with society. Gradually, social injustice and violence increased the discontent and frenzy in Arthur's mind. In the process of becoming the Joker, Arthur Fleck entered the criminal path and became a symbol of chaos and disruption of society. This character became the inspiration for the protests and riots in Gotham City, creating a deep division in the community.

"Joker" was critically acclaimed for his performance by Joaquin Phoenix, who won the Academy Award for "Best Actor" for his portrayal of Arthur Fleck. The film explores human negativity and cruelty, and raises questions about the role society and the environment play in shaping and creating an evil name. "Joker" has attracted great attention and controversy from critics and the public. The film is considered a psychological work of art and creates a great influence in the world of cinema.

Directed by: Todd Phillips
Screenwriters: Todd Phillips, Scott Silver
Actors: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Frances Conroy
Duration: 122 minutes
Status: The movie has been completed and released
Genre: Psychological, Crime, Action, Drama
Release year: 2019
America

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The Machinist

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"The Machinist" is a 2004 psychological horror film directed by Brad Anderson and starring Christian Bale. The film follows the life of Trevor Reznik, a metalworking worker who suffers from a sleep disorder and is experiencing a severe mental breakdown.

Trevor Reznik lived a lonely life and lost a lot of weight, only 52 kg, and became extremely tired. He is constantly haunted by mysterious images and events, and feels threatened around him. He begins a relationship with a mysterious woman named Stevie, who works at the factory's front desk. As Trevor begins to uncover the truth behind the strange events happening around him, he gradually realizes that things are not always as he thought. The film focuses on a coherent and unexpected story, pulling viewers into a dark and mysterious world of Trevor's psyche.

"The Machinist" is considered a dramatic and haunting film, with an unpredictable story and elements of surprise. It creates curiosity and tension throughout the viewing process and wows the audience with its complicated plot and unpredictable ending.

Directed by: Brad Anderson
Screenwriter: Scott Kosar
Actors: Christian Bale, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón
Duration: 101 minutes
Status: The movie has been completed and released
Genre: Psychological, Horror, Mystery
Release year: 2004
Country: USA, Spain

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Taxi Driver

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Taxi Driver is a 1976 psychological crime film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd and Harvey Keitel. The film revolves around the story of Travis Bickle, a taxi driver in New York City, who gradually becomes hysterical and affected by the unstable social situation.

Travis Bickle is a lonely man, suffering from psychological disorders and difficult to adapt to society. He often walks through the dark streets of the city and witnesses the chaos, crime and injustice in everyday life. Travis gradually became disgruntled and eventually decided to commit a violent act to solve the social problem.

In the course of his actions, Travis becomes an assassin and assassin, but at the same time becomes a symbol against corruption and injustice in society. He is caught up in a war against crime and corruption, while trying to create a better world for himself and those around him.

"Taxi Driver" is considered a classic and famous movie of American cinema. The film offers a realistic and ominous look at social status, violence, and loneliness. Robert De Niro's performance as Travis Bickle was greatly praised and is considered one of the best roles of his career. "Taxi Driver" has achieved both commercial and artistic success. The film was nominated for four Academy Awards and won the Palme d'Or at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival. It also made a profound impact in the film industry and is considered a great memoir in history. film.

Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Screenwriter: Paul Schrader
Actors: Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd, Harvey Keitel
Duration: 114 minutes
Status: The movie has been completed and released
Genre: Psychological, Crime, Drama
Release year: 1976
America

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Insomnia

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Insomnia is a 2002 crime drama film directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Hilary Swank. The film is a remake of a Norwegian film of the same name released in 1997.

The story revolves around the protagonist Will Dormer (played by Al Pacino), a detective from Los Angeles who travels to Alaska to help the local police team in their investigation of a mysterious murder. However, in the process of tracking the suspect, Dormer lost sleep because the sunlight never sinks in this land. Fatigue and pressure mount as Dormer becomes erroneous in the investigation and tries to cover up his mistakes. At the same time, he has to face the suspect Walter Finch (played by Robin Williams), who possesses dark secrets related to the case.

"Insomnia" explores the blurring of right and wrong, with Dormer slowly sinking into misunderstanding and guilt. The film creates a tense and dark atmosphere, combined with the excellent acting of the main actors.

Directed by the brilliant Christopher Nolan, "Insomnia" is appreciated for its sharp story, beautiful visuals and unique exploration of character psychology. The film creates an indescribable inner space and makes it difficult for the audience to distinguish between reality and fantasy. "Insomnia" received generally positive reviews and was a commercial success. It is a must-see work by Christopher Nolan and offers an exceptional look at the crime, psychology, and predicament faced by the protagonist.

Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Screenplay: Hillary Seitz (based on an original screenplay by Erik Skjoldbjærg)
Actors: Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Hilary Swank
Duration: 118 minutes
Status: The movie has been completed and released
Genre: Psychological, Crime, Mystery
Release year: 2002
Country: USA, Canada