Movies About The Subconscious Mind

From Peter Jackson, starring Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Orlando Bloom
Rated PG-13

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a 2002 epic fantasy adventure film directed by Peter Jackson and based on the second novel in J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The film follows the continuing quest of Frodo Baggins and Samwise Gamgee to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom to save Middle-Earth from the dark Lord Sauron and his Nazgul. The fellowship is split after an attack by the Uruk-hai at Amon Hen. While Frodo and Sam attempt to continue the quest alone, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli, accompanied by Merry and Pippin, are drawn into the battle against the forces of Saruman at the fortress of Helm’s Deep. As the two sides face off in an epic battle, Gandalf returns and joins the fight against the forces of evil. In the end, the fellowship regroups and sets off to continue their quest to destroy the One Ring.

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

Inception tells the story of Dom Cobb, a highly skilled thief who is given an opportunity to regain his old life by completing a very special task - planting an idea into a target's subconscious. In order to accomplish this task, Dom and his team must use specialized technology to enter the target's dreams and construct a dreamworld in order to manipulate the target's thoughts and feelings. With the help of his team, Dom faces numerous obstacles in order to discover the target's true desires and implant the idea in the target's subconscious. As the mission progresses, Dom and his team come to realize that nothing is what it seems and they must face the consequences of their actions in order to succeed.

From Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field
Rated PG-13

Forrest Gump is a 1994 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Eric Roth. The film stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Mykelti Williamson, and Sally Field. The plot follows Forrest Gump, a naive and slow-witted but kind-hearted man from Alabama who witnesses, and in some cases influences, some of the defining events of the second half of the 20th century in the United States. The film differs substantially from the novel of the same name by Winston Groom, on which it is loosely based. The film received critical acclaim, earning multiple awards and nominations, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Tom Hanks, Best Director for Robert Zemeckis, and Best Adapted Screenplay for Eric Roth, among others. It was also a huge box-office success, becoming the highest-grossing film in the United States released that year and in a few short weeks it became the highest-grossing film of all time at the time of its release; it held that distinction for six years. It was later surpassed by James Cameron's Titanic, which was released in December 1997.

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

Interstellar is a science fiction film written, produced, and directed by Christopher Nolan. It stars Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway as a team of astronauts, who travel through a wormhole in search of a new home for humanity. While on their journey, they explore the mysteries of time and space, and uncover secrets that could potentially save the human race. Along the way, they discover love, sacrifice, and the power of the human spirit. In the end, the team must make a difficult decision that will determine the fate of mankind.

From James Gunn, starring Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana
Rated PG-13

Guardians of the Galaxy is a 2014 superhero movie directed by James Gunn. The film follows a group of misfits, led by Peter Quill, as they come together to form a team of intergalactic superheroes to protect the universe from a powerful enemy. Along the way, the Guardians face off against an intergalactic bounty hunter, alien races, and other enemies as they seek to protect the galaxy from destruction. The film features an ensemble cast, including Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Bradley Cooper, Vin Diesel, and Karen Gillan. The visuals and special effects are stunning, creating a vibrant and thrilling experience for viewers. The film was a huge commercial and critical success, earning more than $773 million at the box office and receiving numerous awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

From William Wyler, starring Gregory Peck, Audrey Hepburn, Eddie Albert, Hartley Power
Rated Passed

Roman Holiday is a 1953 romantic comedy directed by William Wyler. The film follows the story of a young, sheltered princess (Audrey Hepburn) who escapes her royal obligations and embarks on a journey of self-discovery throughout Rome. Along the way, she meets an American reporter (Gregory Peck) who is initially assigned to do a story on her. However, as they spend more time together, they fall in love and share an unforgettable adventure. Roman Holiday is a classic example of 1950s romantic comedy and is widely considered to be a cinematic masterpiece.

From Ang Lee, starring Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Adil Hussain, Tabu
Rated PG

Life of Pi is a 2012 American survival drama film based on Yann Martel's 2001 novel of the same name. Directed by Ang Lee, the film stars Suraj Sharma as Pi Patel, a Tamil boy from Pondicherry who is stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with a Bengal tiger after his family and their cargo are lost at sea. The story follows Pi's adventure as he attempts to stay alive and survive the harsh conditions of the sea. Along the way, he forms a unique connection and bond with the tiger, Richard Parker. In the end, Pi must find the strength within himself to survive the seemingly impossible journey.

From James Cameron, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates
Rated PG-13

Titanic is the 1997 epic romance-disaster film directed, written, co-produced and co-edited by James Cameron. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic during its doomed maiden voyage. The film is structured in two distinct parts. The first half focuses on the romance between Jack Dawson, a poor artist, and Rose DeWitt Bukater, a rich socialite, who meet while aboard the ship. The second half follows their struggle to survive after the Titanic hits an iceberg and begins to sink. Along the way, the two must defy their class and social boundaries, while also facing life-threatening obstacles. In the end, only a few survive, and the fate of Jack and Rose is left up in the air. Titanic is known for its grand scale set pieces, its impressive visual effects and its sweeping score. It went on to become the highest-grossing film of all time until Avatar (also directed by Cameron) surpassed it in 2009. It also won 11 of its 14 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director. The film is considered a classic and remains one of the most popular films

From Marc Webb, starring Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Geoffrey Arend, Chloë Grace Moretz
Rated PG-13

500 Days of Summer is a romantic comedy-drama film about a young man named Tom Hansen and his search for true love and happiness. Tom is initially charmed by an attractive and vibrant woman named Summer Finn, whom he meets at work. While Tom is convinced that his feelings for Summer are mutual, she does not view their relationship the same way. As the two grow closer and spend more time together, Tom must decide if he will keep trying to win her over or accept that she doesn't want the same things out of the relationship. Along the way, he learns important lessons about love, life, and following his heart.

From Matthew Vaughn, starring Colin Firth, Taron Egerton, Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Caine
Rated R

Kingsman: The Secret Service is an action-packed spy thriller starring Colin Firth, Samuel L. Jackson, and Taron Egerton. This film follows Eggsy (Egerton), a young street kid whose life is turned around when he is recruited by Harry Hart (Firth), a member of a secret organization known as the Kingsman. With the help of his newfound mentor, Eggsy must overcome a multitude of obstacles and save the world from a diabolical plot orchestrated by tech-genius Richmond Valentine (Jackson). Along the way, Eggsy learns valuable lessons about loyalty, friendship, and courage as he fights against evil forces.

From Matthew Vaughn, starring James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Kevin Bacon
Rated PG-13

X-Men: First Class is a 2011 superhero film directed by Matthew Vaughn and based on the Marvel Comics series of the same name. The film follows a young Charles Xavier, played by James McAvoy, and Erik Lehnsherr, played by Michael Fassbender, as they lead a powerful team of mutants to prevent a global nuclear war. The two mutants must battle against an ancient evil and the government-controlled mutant-hunting organization known as The Hellfire Club. Along the way, they discover a long-standing rift between the two, and must come together to prevent the destruction of their world. With the help of their powerful allies, the X-Men must unite to save humanity.

From Mira Nair, starring Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett
Rated PG-13

The Namesake is a 2006 drama film directed by Mira Nair. The film follows the story of the Ganguli family, who immigrate from India to the United States. The film focuses on their son Gogol, who struggles to come to terms with his new identity as an Indian-American. As Gogol grows up, his parents attempt to instill traditional Indian values in him, while Gogol tries to fit in with his American peers. As he journeys into adulthood, Gogol must find a balance between his two identities and decide who he is and where he belongs. The film explores themes of identity, family, culture, and tradition.

From Gary Ross, starring Tobey Maguire, Jeff Daniels, Joan Allen, William H. Macy
Rated PG-13

Pleasantville is a 1998 American comedy-drama film written, produced, and directed by Gary Ross. It stars Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon as two 1990s teenagers who are transported into a 1950s sitcom, set in the fictional town of Pleasantville. The film's central theme is the freedom to choose one's own destiny, even in the face of opposition from family, friends, and society. The teenagers soon discover that life in Pleasantville is not what it seems. As they begin to challenge the town's restrictive rules and conventions, the town begins to undergo a dramatic transformation, with the once black-and-white world gradually becoming full of vibrant colors. As the colors spread, the inhabitants of Pleasantville become more open-minded and accepting of change. In the end, the two teenagers discover that the power of choice is the greatest gift of all.

From Directors: Nat Faxon, Jim Rash, starring Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Allison Janney, AnnaSophia Robb
Rated PG-13

From Thea Sharrock, starring Emilia Clarke, Sam Claflin, Janet McTeer, Charles Dance
Rated PG-13

From Bryan Singer, starring Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen, Famke Janssen
Rated PG-13

From Robert Rodriguez, starring Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly, Mahershala Ali
Rated PG-13

From Kathryn Bigelow, starring Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves, Gary Busey, Lori Petty
Rated R

From Christian Ditter, starring Lily Collins, Sam Claflin, Christian Cooke, Jaime Winstone
Rated R

From Jordan Vogt-Roberts, starring Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso, Moises Arias, Nick Offerman
Rated R

From James Ponsoldt, starring Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley, Kyle Chandler, Jennifer Jason Leigh
Rated R

From Directors: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, starring Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill, Ice Cube, Nick Offerman
Rated R

From Guillermo del Toro, starring Idris Elba, Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day
Rated PG-13

From Andrew Adamson, starring Tilda Swinton, Georgie Henley, William Moseley, Skandar Keynes
Rated PG

From Martha Coolidge, starring Val Kilmer, Stacy Peralta, Daniel Ades, Andres Aybar
Rated PG