Heb je genoten van de zwarte komedie 'Breaking News in Yuba County' (2021) en ben je op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde mix van humor, spanning en onverwachte wendingen bieden. Perfect voor fans van donkere komedies en verhalen vol chaos!

Fargo (1996)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic crime story set in a small town, featuring eccentric characters and a mix of violence and humor.
Fakt: The film's opening title claims it is based on a true story, but it is entirely fictional. The iconic wood chipper scene was inspired by a real-life murder case.


The Big Lebowski (1998)
Beschreibung: A cult classic blending crime, comedy, and surrealism, centered around a laid-back protagonist caught in a bizarre plot.
Fakt: The Dude's sweater became an iconic symbol of the film. The movie's popularity led to annual fan festivals called 'Lebowski Fests.'


The Man Who Wasn't There (2001)
Beschreibung: A neo-noir film with a subdued tone, exploring themes of fate, crime, and existentialism in a small-town setting.
Fakt: The film was shot in black and white to emphasize its noir influences. It won the Best Director award at Cannes.


The Ladykillers (2004)
Beschreibung: A darkly humorous heist film with eccentric criminals and an unexpected twist, set in a small Southern town.
Fakt: The film is a remake of a 1955 British classic. Tom Hanks' character was inspired by a college professor he once had.


Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
Beschreibung: A self-aware noir comedy with sharp dialogue, a convoluted plot, and a mix of humor and crime elements.
Fakt: The title references a famous James Bond catchphrase. The film marked Robert Downey Jr.'s comeback after personal struggles.


Burn After Reading (2008)
Beschreibung: A satirical take on espionage and incompetence, blending absurdity with crime elements and a chaotic narrative.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 40 days. The title is derived from a phrase commonly used in classified document handling.


Seven Psychopaths (2012)
Beschreibung: A meta-comedy about crime and storytelling, filled with quirky characters and violent, unpredictable twists.
Fakt: The script was written in just three weeks. The film features a cameo from a famous actor playing himself.


Wild Tales (2014)
Beschreibung: An anthology of darkly comedic stories about revenge and chaos, each with a twist of fate and absurdity.
Fakt: The film was Argentina's official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar. It was a critical and commercial success worldwide.


The Nice Guys (2016)
Beschreibung: A buddy-cop style comedy with a noir twist, featuring mismatched detectives and a convoluted mystery.
Fakt: The film is set in 1970s Los Angeles and heavily references the era's pop culture. It was initially planned as a TV series.


Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)
Beschreibung: A dark comedy-drama with sharp social commentary, focusing on a woman's relentless pursuit of justice in a small town.
Fakt: Frances McDormand's character was inspired by real-life billboard campaigns. The film won two Academy Awards, including Best Actress.
