Mind Trip Movies On Netflix

From David Fincher, starring Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Meat Loaf, Zach Grenier
Rated R

Fight Club is a 1999 American film directed by David Fincher and starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, and Helena Bonham Carter. It follows the story of an insomniac office worker and a soap salesman who form an underground fight club and spiral out of control. As their lives become more chaotic and dangerous, a secret society is born with a mission to bring down modern-day consumer culture. The film explores themes of masculinity, nihilism, and anti-consumerism while taking a darkly humorous look at contemporary society. It has become a cult classic, and its influence on popular culture is seen in its style, dialogue, and themes.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page, Ken Watanabe
Rated PG-13

Inception is a science fiction action film directed by Christopher Nolan. The movie follows Dom Cobb, a professional thief with the ability to enter into people’s dreams, as he is hired by a business mogul to plant an idea into the mind of a rival businessman. Cobb and his team must create a dream within a dream as they attempt to plant the idea while dealing with the subconscious resistance of their target. With an all-star cast featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, and Ken Watanabe, Inception is a thrilling journey through the world of dreams and the boundaries of reality.

From Directors: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving
Rated R

The Matrix is a 1999 science fiction action film directed by the Wachowskis, starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano. In the film, a computer hacker named Neo discovers that the world around him is a simulated reality created by intelligent machines to keep humans under control. He joins a group of rebels led by Morpheus and Trinity who fight against the machines and their agents to save humanity. With help from Morpheus, Neo discovers that he has the power to manipulate the Matrix, a computer-generated dream world, and ultimately to defeat the machines. The Matrix is an exploration of the nature of reality, free will, and fate and features ground-breaking special effects, philosophical musings, and action sequences that remain some of the most memorable in film history.

From David Fincher, starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Kevin Spacey, Andrew Kevin Walker
Rated R

Se7en is a 1995 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher, starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman. The film follows two detectives, Somerset (Freeman) and Mills (Pitt), as they try to catch a serial killer who is using the seven deadly sins as a modus operandi for his murders. As the two detectives work together to solve the case, their own lives become intertwined with the killer's victims, forcing the two men to confront their own inner demons and their own mortality. The film's climax is considered to be one of the most shocking and memorable in cinema history. Se7en is a dark, suspenseful and thought-provoking look at justice, faith, and the human condition.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Mackenzie Foy
Rated PG-13

Interstellar is a 2014 science fiction film directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, and Michael Caine. The story follows a group of explorers who use a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in interstellar space travel. As the Earth’s resources start to diminish and the planet becomes increasingly inhospitable to human life, the explorers set out to find a new home for humanity. They travel through a wormhole to another galaxy, encountering various obstacles and discovering a planet that could be humanity's new home. Along the way, they uncover secrets about the universe and the power of human relationships. Interstellar is an epic science fiction adventure that explores the possibilities of space travel and the power of love. The film has earned numerous awards and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Caine
Rated PG-13

The Prestige is a 2006 mystery-thriller film directed by Christopher Nolan. The story follows two rival magicians, Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) and Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman), in late 19th century London. In their quest to one-up each other, both men embark upon a dangerous quest for the ultimate magic trick, leading them to uncover a dark secret about the nature of their rivalry. Along the way, their rivalry turns deadly, as the stakes escalate and their obsession with the trick threatens to destroy them both. The film also stars Michael Caine and Scarlett Johansson, and is based on the novel by Christopher Priest. It is a dark, psychological exploration of the lengths to which people will go in pursuit of their desires.

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin
Rated R

Psycho is a 1960 psychological horror film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. It stars Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, John Gavin, Vera Miles, and Martin Balsam. The film follows a young woman, Marion Crane (Leigh), who steals $40,000 from her employer in order to run away with her boyfriend. She stops for the night at the eerie Bates Motel, run by the disturbed Norman Bates (Perkins). The motel is situated near the home of his deranged mother, and soon Marion finds herself the victim of a horrifying crime. The film is widely considered to be among the greatest horror films of all time. Hitchcock’s use of suspense and surprise, combined with Bernard Herrmann’s iconic score, make this a truly unforgettable film.

From Bryan Singer, starring Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin
Rated R

The Usual Suspects is a 1995 neo-noir crime thriller directed by Bryan Singer, and written by Christopher McQuarrie. It stars Stephen Baldwin, Gabriel Byrne, Benicio del Toro, Kevin Pollak, Chazz Palminteri, Pete Postlethwaite, and Kevin Spacey. The film follows the interrogation of Roger "Verbal" Kint, a small-time con artist, who is one of only two survivors of a massacre and fire on a ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles. He tells an interrogator a convoluted story about events that led to the massacre, which ultimately leads to a mobster and his mysterious and powerful employer, Keyser Söze. The interweaving of the complex plot, the nonlinear narrative structure, and the memorable characters have made the film a critical and commercial success.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Guy Pearce, Carrie-Anne Moss, Joe Pantoliano, Mark Boone Junior
Rated R

Memento is a 2000 psychological thriller film written and directed by Christopher Nolan. The film follows Leonard Shelby, a man who suffers from anterograde amnesia, as he attempts to find the person responsible for the rape and murder of his wife. He is unable to form new memories and relies on polaroid photographs and jottings on his body to help him remember his mission. He is also followed by two men, Teddy and Natalie, whom he believes are helping him, but in reality, they are manipulating him. In parallel with Leonard's story, there are scenes shown in reverse chronological order, which depicts how he got his condition. At the end of the film, it is revealed that Leonard was actually the killer and was trying to cover up his crime.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jeong, Kim Byeong-Ok
Rated R

Oldboy is a South Korean film directed by Park Chan-wook. The story follows Oh Dae-su, who is mysteriously abducted and imprisoned in a hotel-like room for 15 years without knowing his captor's motives. After his sudden release, he embarks on a quest to find out who locked him away and why, leading to a surprising, violent, and twisted story of revenge. Along the way, Dae-su must confront not only the forces behind his imprisonment, but his own inner demons as well. Ultimately, this is a story about self-discovery, revenge, and redemption.

From Billy Wilder, starring Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton, Elsa Lanchester
Rated Approved

In "Witness for the Prosecution," Billy Wilder tells the story of Leonard Vole (Tyrone Power), an upstanding citizen accused of murdering an elderly widow. Vole's only hope of being exonerated lies in the hands of his lawyer, Sir Wilfrid Robarts (Charles Laughton), who must prove in court that Vole is innocent. With the help of his devoted wife, Christine (Marlene Dietrich), Sir Wilfrid goes on a search for the real killer. But Christine's testimony may be the key to Leonard's acquittal. As the trial progresses, Sir Wilfrid finds himself caught up in a complex web of lies and deceit. With the stakes rising, will he be able to save his client, or will Leonard Vole be found guilty?

From Michel Gondry, starring Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson, Gerry Robert Byrne
Rated R

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a 2004 romantic science fiction comedy-drama film written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Michel Gondry. The story follows Joel Barish (Jim Carrey) and Clementine Kruczynski (Kate Winslet), a couple who have recently broken up. When Joel discovers that Clementine has undergone a procedure to erase all memories of him from her mind, he decides to do the same. As the procedure begins, however, the two re-experience their relationship in reverse, and Joel eventually realizes he wants to keep the memories of their time together. The story is told from the point of view of Joel's subjective experience, as he revisits moments of the relationship in his mind. Through the course of the film, Joel and Clementine come to terms with their relationship and ultimately find a way to move forward together.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter
Rated G

2001: A Space Odyssey is a Stanley Kubrick-directed science fiction film set in the future. The film follows the journey of a group of astronauts and scientists as they explore a mysterious black monolith and its effects on human evolution. The monolith eventually leads the crew of Discovery One to an alien world called Jupiter, where they encounter a powerful, intelligent entity known as the "Star Child". The film follows the crew's journey to the outer reaches of the universe and the philosophical implications of their journey. The narrative is punctuated by three interludes: an ape discovering the use of a bone as a weapon; a space mission to Jupiter; and a monolith appearing in the prehistoric past. The film also features Vangelis's electronic score, which was influential in the development of electronic music in the 1970s.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Emily Mortimer, Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley
Rated R

Shutter Island is a psychological thriller directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Set in 1954, the film follows U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels (DiCaprio) and his new partner, Chuck Aule (Mark Ruffalo), as they investigate the mysterious disappearance of a murderess from the Ashecliffe Hospital, a fortress-like mental institution on an island in Massachusetts. As they uncover more and more clues, Teddy begins to suspect the hospital may not be what it seems, and he and Chuck soon find themselves in a terrifying situation as they struggle to uncover the truth about the hospital and its inmates. With its intense, mind-bending plot, Shutter Island is a haunting and suspenseful film that will keep you guessing until the very end.

From Ron Howard, starring Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer
Rated PG-13

A Beautiful Mind is a 2001 biographical drama film, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning and best-selling 1998 biographical book "A Beautiful Mind" by Sylvia Nasar, about the life of American mathematician, John Nash. Directed by Ron Howard and written by Akiva Goldsman, the film stars Russell Crowe as John Nash, alongside Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany, Adam Goldberg, Judd Hirsch, Josh Lucas, Anthony Rapp, Christopher Plummer and Vivien Cardone. The film follows the story of the mathematical genius John Nash and his struggles with his mental health. Nash begins his academic career as a promising math prodigy at Harvard University, but soon starts to experience debilitating symptoms of paranoid schizophrenia. Despite the challenges of his mental illness, Nash becomes a Nobel Laureate in 1994 in Economics. He is eventually able to regain control of his life and continues to make great contributions to mathematics and economics. The film is a powerful and inspirational story of a man's remarkable journey of resilience in the face of illness and adversity.

From Peter Weir, starring Jim Carrey, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Noah Emmerich
Rated PG

The Truman Show is a 1998 comedy-drama film directed by Peter Weir, starring Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank. It tells the story of a man whose life is a fake reality TV show that is broadcast around the world. Truman is unaware that his life is actually a show, and is constantly monitored and directed by a television producer (Ed Harris) and a team of actors, writers and technicians. As Truman slowly discovers the truth, he begins to question the world around him and ultimately rebels against the artificiality of his environment. The Truman Show is a poignant exploration of the power of television, the loss of innocence and the search for identity and freedom.

From M. Night Shyamalan, starring Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette, Olivia Williams
Rated PG-13

The Sixth Sense is a 1999 supernatural horror film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The film stars Bruce Willis as Malcolm Crowe, a psychologist attempting to help a troubled boy, played by Haley Joel Osment, who claims to be able to see and communicate with the dead. As Malcolm attempts to uncover the truth behind the boy's supernatural abilities, he discovers secrets about his own life and eventually learns that the boy can see those who have died but have been unable to accept their own death. In the end, Malcolm helps the boy find peace and closure within himself.

From Florian Zeller, starring Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman, Mark Gatiss, Olivia Williams
Rated PG-13

The Father is a 2020 drama film directed by Florian Zeller, written by Zeller and Christopher Hampton, and starring Anthony Hopkins. The film follows an aging father, Anthony (Hopkins), as he struggles to come to terms with his worsening dementia. As his condition deteriorates, his relationships with his daughter Anne (Olivia Colman) and his caretaker (Imogen Poots) become increasingly strained. The film is told from Anthony's point of view, and his confusion and frustration become increasingly prominent as he struggles to understand and accept his situation. As the film progresses, it becomes increasingly clear that the help he needs is difficult for his daughter to provide, and his confusion and anger become more pronounced. The film is ultimately a heartbreaking and honest look into the reality of living with dementia.

From Ingmar Bergman, starring Bibi Andersson, Liv Ullmann, Margaretha Krook, Gunnar Björnstrand
Rated Not Rated

Persona is a 1966 Swedish psychological drama directed by Ingmar Bergman and starring Bibi Andersson and Liv Ullmann. The film focuses on two women: Elisabet Vogler, a stage actress who has suddenly and inexplicably stopped speaking; and Alma, a nurse assigned to care for Elisabet. As the two women spend more time together, their personalities appear to merge and the film's narrative structure becomes increasingly fragmented and nonlinear. The film touches on themes of identity, repression, and the power of communication, or lack thereof.

From Richard Kelly, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Mary McDonnell, Holmes Osborne
Rated R

Donnie Darko tells the story of a troubled teenage boy, Donnie, and his journey to unravel the mysteries of a dark and twisted world. After waking from a strange dream one night, Donnie is visited by a giant rabbit called Frank, who informs him of a coming apocalyptic event in 28 days. With the help of his therapist, Donnie embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about the strange events that are happening to him. Along the way, he learns about time travel, the power of fate, and the importance of the choices we make. In the end, Donnie is able to save the world, while also coming to terms with his own identity.

From Franklin J. Schaffner, starring Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Maurice Evans
Rated G

Planet of the Apes is a 1968 science fiction film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Pierre Boulle and tells the story of three astronauts who crash land on a mysterious planet ruled by intelligent, talking apes. The humans are treated as inferior creatures and struggle to survive while attempting to escape. The astronauts soon discover that the planet is actually a future version of Earth, which has been destroyed by nuclear war. In the end, the astronauts are able to escape, but the experience has changed them forever.

From Terry Gilliam, starring Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt, Joseph Melito
Rated R

12 Monkeys is a sci-fi thriller directed by Terry Gilliam. It stars Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt and Madeleine Stowe. Set in a post-apocalyptic future, the story follows a convict (Willis) who is sent back in time to save the future from a deadly virus that has wiped out most of mankind. He is tasked with finding out the source of the virus and preventing its spread. Along the way, he meets a mental patient (Pitt) who helps him on his journey. Together, they unravel a conspiracy that stretches back generations and determine the fate of humanity.

From Darren Aronofsky, starring Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel, Winona Ryder
Rated R

Black Swan is a psychological thriller directed by Darren Aronofsky, starring Natalie Portman. The story follows Nina Sayers, a perfectionist and deeply dedicated dancer who is in the lead role of her company's production of Swan Lake. As she prepares for the role, Nina is pushed to her physical and mental limits by her demanding artistic director (Vincent Cassel), while at the same time facing competition from a new dancer, Lily (Mila Kunis). The pressure intensifies as the opening night draws nearer and Nina's life spirals out of control as she begins to hallucinate and becomes increasingly paranoid of her own identity. In the end, Nina must decide whether to stay within her own boundaries or venture into the unknown and embrace her inner "Black Swan" and risk losing herself in the process.

From Terry Gilliam, starring Jonathan Pryce, Kim Greist, Robert De Niro, Katherine Helmond
Rated R

Brazil is a surrealist, darkly comic film set in a dystopian future. It follows Sam Lowry, a low-level government bureaucrat, as he attempts to find the woman of his dreams. Along the way, he gets caught up in a bureaucratic nightmare that leads him to discover the horrifying truth about his own existence. Along with its many darkly comic elements, Brazil's surrealist imagery and dreamlike sequences explore themes of totalitarianism, bureaucracy, and the power of imagination.

From David Lynch, starring Naomi Watts, Laura Harring, Justin Theroux, Jeanne Bates
Rated R

Mulholland Drive is a psychological thriller directed by David Lynch. Set in Los Angeles, the movie follows two women - Rita (Laura Harring) and Betty (Naomi Watts) - as they find themselves embroiled in an ever-involving mystery. After a car crash, Rita is left with amnesia and Betty comes to her aid, giving her the name “Rita” and helping her piece together her identity. As they search for clues, they become deeply entrenched in a complex plot involving a shadowy figure, a Hollywood director, and a dark secret. Along the way, they must confront their own dreams and desires and explore the notion of identity in the face of an ever-changing reality.