Ben je fan van 'Poor Things' (2023) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde unieke mix van bizarre humor, visuele pracht en diepgaande thema's bieden. Of je nu houdt van surrealistische verhalen of gedurfde cinema, hier vind je zeker iets naar je smaak!

Being John Malkovich (1999)
Beschreibung: A surreal and existential comedy that delves into identity, desire, and the absurdity of human existence, with a unique narrative structure.
Fakt: The film was shot in just six weeks. The famous 'Malkovich Malkovich' scene was improvised by John Malkovich himself.


Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Beschreibung: A visually inventive and emotionally profound exploration of memory, love, and loss, blending science fiction with deep human drama.
Fakt: The film's script was inspired by a real-life breakup of the screenwriter. The iconic memory-erasure scenes were achieved using practical effects and in-camera tricks.


Under the Skin (2013)
Beschreibung: A visually mesmerizing and deeply unsettling exploration of alienation and humanity, blending science fiction with existential horror.
Fakt: Many of the scenes featuring unsuspecting men were filmed with hidden cameras. The film's score was composed by Mica Levi, who used unconventional instruments to create its haunting sound.


Her (2013)
Beschreibung: A poignant and visually lush meditation on love, loneliness, and the nature of human connection in a technologically advanced world.
Fakt: The film was shot in Shanghai and Los Angeles to create a futuristic yet familiar setting. The voice of the AI was recorded before filming began to help the actors react naturally.


The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
Beschreibung: A whimsical and visually stunning tale with eccentric characters, intricate storytelling, and a blend of humor and melancholy.
Fakt: The film's distinctive color palette was inspired by the works of Austrian painter Gustav Klimt. The hotel's miniature model was built by a team of over 100 craftsmen.


Anomalisa (2015)
Beschreibung: A stop-motion animated film that delves into themes of isolation, identity, and the search for meaning, with a deeply human and melancholic tone.
Fakt: The film was initially conceived as a sound play before being adapted into a movie. All the characters, except the protagonist, share the same face and voice to emphasize his perception of the world.


The Lobster (2015)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic and surreal exploration of human relationships and societal norms, blending absurdist humor with poignant emotional depth.
Fakt: The film won the Jury Prize at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival. All the animals in the film were real, not CGI.


Swiss Army Man (2016)
Beschreibung: A bizarre yet heartfelt story that mixes absurdity with deep emotional themes, featuring unconventional storytelling and visual creativity.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack was composed by Andy Hull and Robert McDowell, who used only their voices to create the music. The movie was shot entirely on location in the wilderness.


The Favourite (2018)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic period piece with sharp wit, eccentric characters, and a visually striking aesthetic that balances humor and tragedy.
Fakt: The film used only natural lighting for most scenes. The script was written in just three weeks.


The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)
Beschreibung: A chilling and surreal psychological thriller that explores themes of guilt, fate, and moral dilemmas with a stark, unsettling tone.
Fakt: The film's title is a reference to the ancient Greek tragedy 'Iphigenia in Aulis.' The actors were instructed to deliver their lines in a monotone voice to enhance the eerie atmosphere.
