what? Any suggestions on other movies that one may like if they liked The Gift? I want to see some more movies that aren't necessarily blockbusters, but have an original, interesting story and good cast such as this one.
shareFirst thing I thought of was One Hour Photo.
Two came to mind immediately. Do not read their spoilers or boards until after you've watched:
The One I Love (2014) with Mark Duplass has a mysterious location, bizarre circumstances, and strangers.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2756032/
The Box (2009) with Cameron Diaz has a mysterious box, mind games, and ethics tested.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0362478/
Both films are not necessarily as good as this film, but they are above average and should hit the spot for the related mood and surprises. I enjoyed all three for what they were. They will leave you thinking. :)
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Sleep Tight
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1437358/
The invitation
shareOldboy (Korean version), The Pledge, Prisoners, The Invitation, Gone Girl, State Of Play, Creep, Under Suspicion (Hackman), Se7en, The Game, Insomnia to name a few. I'll probably think of a good one after I post this.
shareLakeview Terrace
shareSomeone on another thread recommended the French film, Cache, and boy, was it a good call. A lot of the same themes, but it takes you a long time to figure out what the hell is going on. Very intriguing.
shareI have to echo Lakeview Terrace, Se7en, Gone Girl, The Game, and Insomnia.
Other films where there the film takes an approach of (check any that apply):
- antagonist taking the upper hand emotionally, playing closely to the letter of the law
- protagonist must work alongside/close by antagonist for success
- protagonist is an unreliable source of information when trying to unravel plot
- tension provided by antagonist puts multiple protagonists on edge with one-another
- close-quarters tension where antagonist invades protagonist's privacy
- ending provides mystery, controversy, and possible multiple interpretations without need or want of a sequel
... are...
The Uninvited
Side Effects
The Lincoln Lawyer
Fracture
Ransom
Memento
Disturbia
Secret Window
Cold Creek Manor
The Strangers
Shutter Island
Funny Games
The Mist
Not all of these can be coined as thrillers (meaning some are actually straight-up horror), but you might get the gist based on the ones I brought up.
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