Ben je fan van 'Venus im Pelz' (2013) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde intrigerende mix van psychologische spanning, erotiek en theaterachtige setting bieden. Of je nu houdt van de dynamiek tussen de personages of de unieke verhaallijn, deze aanbevelingen zullen je zeker aanspreken.

The Hunger (1983)
Beschreibung: A stylish and atmospheric tale of immortality, seduction, and the darker side of eternal youth, with a strong visual and emotional intensity.
Fakt: The film's opening sequence features a performance by the band Bauhaus, and their song 'Bela Lugosi's Dead' became synonymous with the gothic aesthetic.


The Dreamers (2003)
Beschreibung: A provocative and intimate portrayal of youthful rebellion, sexual exploration, and the blurring of boundaries between reality and fantasy.
Fakt: The film was shot in Paris and features real footage from the 1968 student riots, blending historical events with its fictional narrative.


The Company (2003)
Beschreibung: A behind-the-scenes look at the world of professional dance, blending reality and fiction to capture the physical and emotional demands of the art form.
Fakt: The film features real-life dancers from the Joffrey Ballet, and many scenes were improvised to create a more authentic feel.


Black Swan (2010)
Beschreibung: Explores themes of obsession, artistic perfection, and psychological unraveling, set against the backdrop of a high-pressure performance environment.
Fakt: Natalie Portman trained for over a year in ballet to prepare for her role, and the film's intense psychological drama earned her an Academy Award.


Suspiria (2018)
Beschreibung: A dark, atmospheric tale set in a dance academy, where the line between artistry and horror blurs, exploring themes of control and transformation.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack was composed by Thom Yorke of Radiohead, marking his first solo film score.


The Neon Demon (2016)
Beschreibung: A visually striking exploration of beauty, jealousy, and the dark side of the fashion industry, with a surreal and hypnotic narrative style.
Fakt: The film's color palette was inspired by 1980s fashion photography, and many scenes were shot using natural light to enhance the eerie atmosphere.


The Duke of Burgundy (2014)
Beschreibung: A sensual and visually poetic exploration of a dominant-submissive relationship, with a focus on the complexities of desire and control.
Fakt: The film was shot entirely on 35mm film to achieve its dreamlike, vintage aesthetic, and features no male characters.


Whiplash (2014)
Beschreibung: Delves into the toxic relationship between a mentor and protégé, highlighting the extremes of ambition and the cost of artistic excellence.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 19 days, and much of the intense drumming sequences were performed live by the actors.


The Handmaiden (2016)
Beschreibung: A lush, erotic thriller with intricate plotting and a focus on power dynamics, deception, and forbidden desires.
Fakt: The film is based on the novel 'Fingersmith' by Sarah Waters, but transposes the setting from Victorian England to 1930s Korea under Japanese rule.


Climax (2018)
Beschreibung: A chaotic and immersive descent into madness, set during a dance rehearsal that spirals out of control, blending reality and hallucination.
Fakt: The film's infamous 42-minute-long dance sequence was shot in a single take, and much of the dialogue was improvised by the cast.
