Movies About Psychics

From Directors: Victor Fleming, George Cukor, Mervyn LeRoy, Norman Taurog, Richard Thorpe, King Vidor, starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr
Rated PG

The Wizard of Oz is a classic musical fantasy film from 1939, directed by Victor Fleming, George Cukor, Mervyn LeRoy, Norman Taurog, Richard Thorpe, and King Vidor. The movie follows Dorothy Gale, a young girl from Kansas, as she is swept up in a tornado and transported to the magical land of Oz. In an effort to get back home, Dorothy embarks on a quest to find the Wizard of Oz, who she believes can help her. Along the way, she meets interesting characters such as the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, who join her in her journey. After facing various challenges and adversaries, Dorothy eventually finds the Wizard of Oz, who helps her return home. Filled with memorable songs, dazzling special effects, and iconic characters, The Wizard of Oz has become a classic film cherished by generations of viewers.

From Tim Burton, starring Johnny Depp, Martin Landau, Sarah Jessica Parker, Patricia Arquette
Rated R

Ed Wood is a biographical comedy-drama film directed by Tim Burton and released in 1994. It tells the story of Ed Wood, a filmmaker who is widely regarded as one of the worst directors of all time. Despite his lack of technical proficiency, Wood was able to create his own type of cinema and make a number of cult classic movies, such as Plan 9 from Outer Space. The film follows Ed Wood as he struggles to make his films, despite the budgetary and technical limitations he faces. Along the way, he meets a colorful cast of characters and makes some unlikely allies, such as horror icon Bela Lugosi and wrestler Tor Johnson. As his career progresses, Ed Wood learns to embrace his unique filmmaking style and finds success in his own way.

From Edmund Goulding, starring Tyrone Power, Joan Blondell, Coleen Gray, Helen Walker
Rated Passed

Nightmare Alley is a 1947 film noir directed by Edmund Goulding. It stars Tyrone Power, Joan Blondell, and Helen Walker. Set in the 1920s, the film follows the story of Stan Carlisle, a carnival worker who schemes his way up the ladder of success using manipulation and fraud. After meeting Zeena Krumbein, a mentalist, Stan begins to learn the art of mind-reading, and uses his newfound talent to become a success on the burlesque stage. Along the way, Stan’s moral compass is tested, leading him down a path of destruction. As his lies and deceit catch up to him, Stan faces the consequences of his actions. The film is a cautionary tale of ambition and its potential consequences.

From Tobe Hooper, starring JoBeth Williams, Heather O'Rourke, Craig T. Nelson, Beatrice Straight
Rated PG

From George Waggner, starring Claude Rains, Warren William, Lon Chaney Jr., Ralph Bellamy
Rated Passed

From David Cronenberg, starring Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt, Herbert Lom
Rated R

From Jerry Zucker, starring Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, Tony Goldwyn
Rated PG-13

From Directors: Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise, starring Demi Moore, Jason Alexander, Mary Kay Bergman, Corey Burton
Rated G

From Jack Gold, starring Richard Burton, Lee Remick, Lino Ventura, Harry Andrews
Rated PG

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Karen Black, Bruce Dern, Barbara Harris, William Devane
Rated PG

From Gillian Armstrong, starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Guy Pearce, Timothy Spall, Saoirse Ronan
Rated PG