If you are thriller movie's lover or want to start thriller genre and add to your movies list, this post is for you.
Se7en(1995) :
A psychological thriller film directed by David Fincher starring Morgan Freeman and Brad Pitt. It follows two detectives Detective William Somerset and Detective David Mills investigating a series of brutal murders in a dark atmosphere . These murders are based on seven deadly sins( Lust, Gluttony, Greed, Sloth, Wrath, Envy and Pride).
The Silence of the Lambs:
Directed by Jonathan Demme, starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins, this film starts with FBI trainee who seek help from one of the brutal killers for her investigation. This movie deals with human psychology very deeply which makes this a classic.
American Psycho :
Directed by Mary Harron starting Christian Bale, this movie is based on the novel written by Bret Easton Ellie. We follow Patrick Bateman( Christian Bale) in this film who has contrasting personalities within himself. It deals with the psychology of the character Patrick Bateman.
Prisoners:
A gripping thriller movie directed by Denis Villenueve starring Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal. The story's premise is Keller Dover's daughter and her friend get kidnapped. And the investigation team is led by Detective Loke. As there are no leads in the investigation, Keller Dover starts to investigate on his own. This movie has an unexpected climax which is a huge success for this film.
Shutter Island :
Directed by Martin Scorscese starring Leornado Dicaprio and Mark Ruffalo. This film follows a US Marshall Teddy Daniels sent to investigate about the missing patient from Ashecliffe mental institution. As he delves deeper into the investigation, more secrets of the institution gets revealed. It deals with human psychology and the mystery of the institution is maintained throughout the movie.
Prestige:
Directed by Christopher Nolan starring Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, it involves the rivalry between two magicians and the extent they would go for to show their excellence.One important point of the film is the character which you root for changes throughout the film. This is one of the Nolan's masterpiece.
Gone Girl :
Directed by David Fincher starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike, this story starts with the disappearance of Amy Dunne. Soon the investigation and the media frenzy turns towards Nick Dunne( Amy Dunne's Husband) . Mystery and suspense of the film with different perspectives makes this a very good movie .
Zodiac :
Directed by David Fincher starring Robert Downey Jr., Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo. This movie is based on real life serial killer named Zodiac. If you like a slow burn thriller, then this movie is for you.
These are 8 best thriller movies you can watch .
