Ben je fan van de psychologische thriller 'So wie du mich willst' (2019) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 boeiende titels die dezelfde spanning, complexe personages en verrassende wendingen bieden. Perfect voor wie houdt van verhalen die je aan het denken zetten!

The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller that explores themes of identity theft, envy, and the dark side of ambition, with a charismatic yet morally ambiguous protagonist.
Fakt: The film is based on Patricia Highsmith's novel, which is part of a series featuring the character Tom Ripley. Matt Damon learned to play piano for his role.


The Others (2001)
Beschreibung: A gothic psychological horror film that plays with perceptions of reality and the supernatural, with a slow-burning tension and a shocking twist.
Fakt: The film was shot entirely in Spain, and the house used for filming was a real 19th-century mansion. Nicole Kidman's performance was highly praised, and the film was a sleeper hit.


Black Swan (2010)
Beschreibung: A psychological drama that delves into themes of obsession, identity, and the duality of human nature, with a haunting and intense atmosphere.
Fakt: Natalie Portman trained for a year in ballet to prepare for her role. The film's budget was relatively low, but it went on to become a critical and commercial success.


Shutter Island (2010)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller that explores themes of memory, trauma, and reality, with a labyrinthine plot that keeps the audience guessing until the end.
Fakt: The film was delayed from its original 2009 release date to avoid competition with other major films. The lighthouse scene was shot during a real storm to add authenticity.


Prisoners (2013)
Beschreibung: A dark and intense thriller that examines themes of morality, justice, and the lengths a parent will go to for their child, with a gripping and suspenseful narrative.
Fakt: The film was in development for over six years before production began. Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal both took significant pay cuts to ensure the film could be made.


Side Effects (2013)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller that examines the consequences of manipulation and the blurred lines between victim and perpetrator, with a focus on mental health and medication.
Fakt: The film was marketed as Steven Soderbergh's final theatrical release before his retirement, which he later reversed. The script went through multiple revisions to keep the twists unpredictable.


Gone Girl (2014)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller that delves into themes of deception, identity, and manipulation, with a strong focus on unreliable narrators and complex character dynamics.
Fakt: The film's twist was kept so secret that even the actors didn't know the full plot until the movie was released. The screenplay was written by the author of the novel, Gillian Flynn.


The Girl on the Train (2016)
Beschreibung: Explores themes of memory, perception, and obsession, with a narrative that plays with the viewer's trust in the protagonist's recollection of events.
Fakt: The movie was filmed in New York, despite the novel being set in London. Emily Blunt prepared for her role by studying alcoholism and its effects.


The Handmaiden (2016)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning thriller that explores themes of deception, power dynamics, and erotic tension, with a narrative structure that reveals layers of truth.
Fakt: The film is an adaptation of the novel 'Fingersmith' but relocates the story from Victorian England to 1930s Korea under Japanese rule. It won the Vulcan Prize at the Cannes Film Festival for its technical achievements.


The Gift (2015)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller that explores themes of past trauma, revenge, and the consequences of secrets, with a slow-building tension and a chilling climax.
Fakt: Joel Edgerton wrote, directed, and starred in the film. The movie was inspired by real-life events and urban legends about childhood bullying and its long-term effects.
