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From Stanley Kubrick, starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers
Rated R

The Shining, directed by Stanley Kubrick, is a horror film that follows the story of Jack Torrance, a failed writer and recovering alcoholic who takes a job as the caretaker of an isolated, snowbound hotel in the Colorado Rockies. After Jack and his family move into the hotel, strange and increasingly terrifying events begin to occur, with Jack slowly beginning to succumb to the dark forces of the hotel. Meanwhile, his young son Danny is gifted with "the shining" – an extrasensory perception which allows him to see the terrifying secrets that lie within the hotel. As Jack descends further into madness, Danny and his mother Wendy must attempt to escape the hotel before they become its next victims.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee, Michael Bates, Warren Clarke
Rated R

A Clockwork Orange is a 1971 science fiction dystopian crime film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on Anthony Burgess's 1962 novel of the same name. The film follows the story of Alex, a charismatic and psychopathic delinquent whose exploits are a source of both repulsion and amusement to the general public. After Alex is arrested and convicted of murder and rape, he is enrolled in an experimental rehabilitation program involving aversion therapy, a technique designed to eliminate criminal behavior. As Alex undergoes the treatment, he resists and becomes increasingly violent, leading him to question his own morality and the society in which he lives. The film is an exploration of free will, morality, and the blurred lines between good and evil. The film's themes of psychological conditioning, governmental control, and the dark underbelly of humanity remain relevant today.

From Jeff Feuerzeig, starring Daniel Johnston, Mabel Johnston, Bill Johnston, Laurie Allen
Rated PG-13

The Devil and Daniel Johnston is a 2005 documentary film by Jeff Feuerzeig that tells the story of the life of singer-songwriter, artist, and musician Daniel Johnston. The film chronicles Johnston's struggles with mental illness, his battles with the music industry and his ascension to underground fame. It examines Johnston's life from his early days in West Virginia to his eventual move to Austin, Texas, and his subsequent rise to fame. The film also looks at Johnston's relationships with his family, friends, and fans and explores the impact his music had on a generation of music fans. It examines the subject of mental illness, the artistic spirit, and the power of music to transcend boundaries. The film features interviews with Johnston, his family, and a host of other musicians and friends.

From Jordan Peele, starring Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Bradley Whitford, Catherine Keener
Rated R

Get Out is a horror/thriller film directed by Jordan Peele. The movie follows Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya), a young African-American man, as he visits his white girlfriend’s family estate for the weekend. Chris soon discovers a disturbing secret about the family’s true intentions with their guests. He finds himself in a haunting nightmare as he tries to escape the family’s sinister plans. Get Out is a suspenseful, thrilling and socially conscious film, exploring race, racism and social justice in the United States.

From Directors: Eric Bress, J. Mackye Gruber, starring Ashton Kutcher, Amy Smart, Melora Walters, Elden Henson
Rated R

The Butterfly Effect is a 2004 psychological thriller film directed by Eric Bress and J. Mackye Gruber. The film follows a young man named Evan Treborn (Ashton Kutcher) who discovers he can travel back in time to key moments of his past. He attempts to use his newfound power to alter the past, hoping to change his future for the better. However, he quickly discovers that his attempts to improve his life have unintended consequences, as his attempts to alter his past affect the lives of those around him in unexpected ways. As his attempts to alter the past become increasingly desperate, Evan must finally confront the frightening reality of his powers, and face the consequences of his actions.

From Alex Proyas, starring Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly, William Hurt
Rated R

Dark City is a 1998 science fiction film directed by Alex Proyas. Set in a noir-inspired metropolis, the story follows John Murdoch, portrayed by Rufus Sewell, who finds himself accused of a series of brutal murders he cannot remember committing. Murdoch soon discovers that he is part of an elaborate scientific experiment conducted by a shadowy group of extraterrestrials known as the Strangers, who are intent on controlling his thoughts and actions. As he attempts to unlock the secrets of his city and his own past, Murdoch must battle the Strangers and enlist the help of others to save not only himself, but the entire city, from the Strangers' oppressive control.

From Duncan Jones, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan, Vera Farmiga, Jeffrey Wright
Rated PG-13

Source Code is a science-fiction thriller directed by Duncan Jones. The film follows U.S. Army helicopter pilot Captain Colter Stevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) as he is sent into a simulated reality in which he must relive the last eight minutes of a train bombing in order to discover the bomber's identity. With the help of a scientist, Dr. Rutledge (Jeffrey Wright), Stevens is able to jump into the body of another person in the past, and must keep doing so until he is able to uncover the bomber. Along the way, he discovers a potential romance with Christina (Michelle Monaghan), and he starts to question the morality of his mission and the true nature of the source code. Ultimately, Stevens must make the choice between sacrificing his own life to save the passengers on the train or continuing the mission and risking their lives.

From John Carpenter, starring Roddy Piper, Keith David, Meg Foster, George 'Buck' Flower
Rated R

From Jonathan Demme, starring Denzel Washington, Liev Schreiber, Meryl Streep, Kimberly Elise
Rated R

From Nima Nourizadeh, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Connie Britton, John Leguizamo
Rated R