These 10 Movies Will Make You Reconsider Everything You Thought You Knew

Looking for your next brain-busting watch? Recently, someone asked the Internet for movies that will leave you contemplating hidden meanings and questioning what you just saw. Here are the top recommendations.

1. Memento (2000)

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This psychological thriller starring Guy Pearce is sure to mess with your mind (in a fun way.) One user in the discussion admitted, “I got a headache the first time I saw this movie. I am a wimp with headaches, but I told people the headache was worth it.” A second user joked, “I had to tattoo the plot on my body to remember what was going on.”

2. Incendies (2010)

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This Oscar-nominated film about twins discovering their family history is simply mind-bending, according to many. It features a shocking twist that leaves viewers doubting their own perception of the events that took place.

3. Predestination (2014)

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If you’re interested in the concept of time travel, this film will not disappoint.

Somebody reported that connecting the dots after watching this made their brain “lag” like how an outdated operating system would run on a computer. Another person brought up the short story by Robert A. Heinlei, which inspired the movie. They suggested it as a worthwhile read, saying that the source material is just as fantastic as the movie adaptation.

4. Fight Club (1999)

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Anyone immersed in pop culture has definitely heard a quote from this classic movie at least once. Its brilliant, unexpected storyline has left a lasting mark on generations of movie audiences, and an enduring legacy in film history. First-time viewers, brace yourselves for a mind-boggling experience.

5. Se7en (1995)

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Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey, and Gwyneth Paltrow make up this movie’s star-studded cast. The plot is about police detectives cracking murder cases linked to the seven deadly sins, thus the title. Most associate this movie with the iconic “What’s in the box?” line, which is spoken during a spine-chilling turning point.

6. Jacob’s Ladder (1990)

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The protagonist in this movie, a war veteran, is plagued by hallucinations as his sanity deteriorates. The way this movie unravels his trauma and displays his disturbing visions make it particularly unsettling.

One commenter named this movie the “greatest psychological horror film ever”. A second commenter shared “this movie has never left the back of my mind since I watched it in high school 10 years ago. My brain literally almost exploded.”

7. Ex Machina (2014)

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Depicting a humanoid robot experiment gone awry, this science fiction movie stretches the limits of how one can choose to take advantage of others. This is one of those movies that shake you up at the end. If Ex Machina is your pick for movie night, sit back and prepare to rethink your perception of reality.

8. Hereditary (2018)

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Be warned—this incredibly creepy movie is not for the faint of heart. Directed by Ari Aster, it delves into themes of grief and the supernatural, and it imparts a lingering sense of eeriness in viewers. It goes without saying that this movie is one of the darkest ever made.

Someone in the thread said, “I’m a 30 year old man, and I’ve seen hundreds of horror movies. I’ll watch anything, usually at night in my house alone, but this one was the most messed up movie I’ve ever seen. It goes where other movies don’t go.”

9. Coherence (2013)

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Coherence shows an unsuspecting group of friends dealing with a frightening chain of events spurred by a comet flying overhead. Watching the characters attempt to solve one crisis after another will entertain and puzzle you at the same time.

According to commenters, the best way to enjoy this movie is to watch it more than once.

10. Shutter Island (2010)

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This impeccable story revolves around the investigation of a killer who escaped from a mental institution. People say this one is packed with surprising plot shifts. 

An outstanding team worked together behind the scenes to make this film so great. Famed director Martin Scorsese, who won the Best Picture Award for his previous work The Departed (2006), helmed its production. By watching this movie, you can also appreciate the work of Dante Ferretti, one of the best production designers in the industry.

The Top 10 Saddest Songs of All Time – Be Prepared for #1 To Hit You Hard

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I was searching the internet for great music to listen to when I came across an interesting thread titled, “What is the saddest song you’ve ever heard?” Here are some of the responses with the most upvotes.

14 All-Time Favorite Celebrities Exposed as Secret Jerks-Prepare to Be Surprised

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I recently discovered an online discussion listing beloved celebrities who were revealed to have undesirable behind-the-scenes personas. As I read about the hidden sides of these public figures, my perceptions of them were flipped completely.

The Dark Side of Aging: 10 Things That Will Drive You Crazy as You Grow Older

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I recently saw this question online, “What are you starting to dislike more as you get older?” Here are the top-voted responses.

I Can’t Believe I Didn’t Know This Until Now: Embarrassing Things People Learned Way Too Late In Life

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I recently scrolled the internet’s front page when I saw this question, “What’s something you learned “embarrassingly late” in life?” Here are the top-voted responses.

Which Celebrity Couple Has a Net Worth Bigger Than Most Countries? Find Out Now

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Want to know which Hollywood couples are hoarding significant fortunes? We’ve highlighted and broken down individual net worth figures for fifty of the world’s most celebrated and richest celebrity couples

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