Movies About Voyeurism

From Frank Darabont, starring Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, David Morse, Bonnie Hunt
Rated R

The Green Mile is a 1999 American drama film written and directed by Frank Darabont and starring Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, David Morse, Bonnie Hunt, and James Cromwell. The film is based on Stephen King’s 1996 novel of the same name. The story follows Paul Edgecomb (Hanks), a prison guard on death row in a penitentiary in 1935. He develops a deep friendship with John Coffey (Duncan), an innocent African-American man convicted of murdering two young girls. As Edgecomb witnesses Coffey's supernatural gifts of healing, he begins to question the justice of Coffey's death sentence. Through a series of events, Edgecomb, with the help of his colleagues and a supernatural mouse, tries to save Coffey from execution. The film explores the themes of redemption, justice, and mercy.

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring James Stewart, Grace Kelly, Wendell Corey, Thelma Ritter
Rated PG

Rear Window is a classic 1954 suspense thriller film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. It stars James Stewart as L.B. Jefferies, a professional photographer who is confined to a wheelchair in his apartment after breaking his leg. From his apartment window, he spies on his neighbors and begins to suspect one of them might have committed a murder. With the help of his girlfriend and his nurse, Jefferies sets out to uncover the truth and bring the murderer to justice. The film is a gripping tale of suspense that keeps the audience guessing until the very end.

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, starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh. The film follows the story of Marion Crane, a woman who steals money from her employer and goes on the run. She stops at a remote motel owned by the peculiar Norman Bates, and soon finds herself embroiled in a terrifying series of events. The film is known for its intense suspense and shock value, as well as its iconic shower scene. It has gone on to become one of the most highly regarded films of all time, paving the way for modern horror films.

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

Oldboy is a South Korean psychological thriller from director Park Chan-wook. It follows Oh Dae-su (Choi Min-sik), a man who is inexplicably abducted and locked in a hotel-like prison for 15 years. After an unexpected release, Dae-su embarks on a quest to discover who imprisoned him and why. His search leads him to a dramatic confrontation with the mysterious Lee Woo-jin (Yu Ji-tae), an old friend from school with an even darker secret. Along the way, Dae-su must battle with his own demons and confront the truth about his past. Oldboy is an intense and violent exploration of revenge, justice, and freedom.

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

The Truman Show is a 1998 American science fiction comedy-drama film directed by Peter Weir and written by Andrew Niccol. It stars Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank, a man who finds out that his entire life is a television show broadcast worldwide. He discovers that his entire life is being watched by millions of people, and his every move is being documented by an unseen director. He struggles to break free from the confines of the simulated world that has been created for him. The film also stars Laura Linney, Noah Emmerich, Natascha McElhone, and Ed Harris. The film won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and it was nominated for Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress. The film is widely considered to be one of the greatest films of the 1990s.

From Roman Polanski, starring Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston, Perry Lopez
Rated R

Chinatown is a gripping neo-noir mystery film directed by Roman Polanski and written by Robert Towne. It stars Jack Nicholson as J.J. Gittes, a private detective hired by Evelyn Mulwray, played by Faye Dunaway, to investigate her husband's activities, only to uncover a web of deceit and corruption involving the city's water supply. In the process, Gittes discovers a decades-old conspiracy, with ramifications that reach far into the city's mysterious underbelly. The film's themes of power, greed, and corruption remain relevant today, making it as timely and essential as when it was released in 1974.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Kim Min-hee, Ha Jung-woo, Cho Jin-woong, Moon So-ri
Rated Not Rated

The Handmaiden is a 2016 South Korean period psychological thriller film directed by Park Chan-wook. It is inspired by the novel Fingersmith by Welsh writer Sarah Waters and is set in Korea under Japanese colonial rule. The film follows a young Korean pickpocket, Sook-Hee, who is hired by a Korean conman, Count Fujiwara, to serve as the handmaiden to Lady Hideko, a Japanese heiress living in a large and mysterious mansion. Sook-Hee and the Count plan to marry Hideko and then have her committed to an insane asylum so that the Count can gain access to her fortune. However, Sook-Hee and Hideko soon form a bond of trust and friendship which leads Sook-Hee to reconsider her loyalty to the Count. The action-packed story takes many twists and turns as Sook-Hee and Hideko attempt to outwit the Count. The film is a thrilling and suspenseful exploration of identity and loyalty, and offers a subversive reinterpretation of Sarah Waters' novel.

From Krzysztof Kieslowski, starring Irène Jacob, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Frédérique Feder, Jean-Pierre Lorit
Rated R

Three Colors: Red is a 1994 film directed by Krzysztof Kieslowski. Set in Geneva, Switzerland, the story focuses on three main characters: Valentine, a young model; Auguste, an aging judge; and Joseph, a retired judge. Valentine's life is changed when she becomes involved in a car accident that leaves her unable to speak. She moves in with Auguste and soon develops a deep friendship with him and Joseph. As the story progresses, Valentine, Auguste, and Joseph's lives become more closely intertwined. Together, they learn to accept their own imperfections and the imperfections of the world. The film uses the colors red, white, and blue to represent the three colors of the French flag, and to represent the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, respectively. Through this film, Kieslowski presents a beautiful and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition.

From Mike Nichols, starring Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft, Katharine Ross, William Daniels
Rated PG

The Graduate is a 1967 American comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols and written by Buck Henry and Calder Willingham, based on the 1963 novel of the same name by Charles Webb. The film follows recent college graduate Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman) who is seduced by an older woman, Mrs. Robinson (Anne Bancroft), only to fall in love with her daughter Elaine (Katharine Ross). The film's themes of generational conflict, infidelity, and coming of age have made it a classic. It was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won two, including Best Director.

From David Lynch, starring Isabella Rossellini, Kyle MacLachlan, Dennis Hopper, Laura Dern
Rated R

Blue Velvet is a psychological thriller and neo-noir film directed by David Lynch, released in 1986. It follows the story of Jeffrey Beaumont, a college student who discovers a severed human ear in a vacant lot and sets out to investigate the disturbing mystery. His investigation leads him to local nightclub singer Dorothy Vallens, her husband Frank Booth, a disturbed criminal, and their mysterious relationships. As Jeffrey delves deeper into the mystery of the ear, he discovers a hidden world of depravity and violence. The film's surreal visuals, dream-like sequences, and Lynch's unique style of storytelling have made it a cult classic.

From John Carpenter, starring Donald Pleasence, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tony Moran, Nancy Kyes
Rated R

Halloween is a 1978 horror movie directed by John Carpenter. The film follows the story of Michael Myers, a psychotic killer who escapes from an institution after 15 years and returns to his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois to continue his killing spree. The movie follows the story of Michael Myers as he terrorizes a group of teenagers, including Laurie Strode, and her friends as they try to survive the night. Along the way, they must also face off against Michael's psychiatrist, Dr. Loomis, who is determined to stop him. The film is one of the most iconic horror movies of all time and is known for its suspenseful atmosphere and its iconic killer, Michael Myers.

From David Lynch, starring Bill Pullman, Patricia Arquette, John Roselius, Louis Eppolito
Rated R

Lost Highway is a psychological thriller directed by David Lynch and starring Bill Pullman and Patricia Arquette. The film follows Fred Madison, an LA jazz saxophonist, who is accused of murdering his wife. As Fred's life spirals out of control, he finds himself drawn into a surreal nightmare in which his identity, his environment, and his perception of reality become increasingly distorted. Along the way, he meets a mysterious figure named Mr. Eddy, who seems to have his own agenda, and a beautiful blonde named Renee who appears to be the key to Fred's unraveling mystery. As the story progresses, it becomes apparent that Fred is caught in a complex web of deception and betrayal, and the ultimate truth may be more than he can bear.

From Roman Polanski, starring Roman Polanski, Isabelle Adjani, Melvyn Douglas, Jo Van Fleet
Rated R

"The Tenant" is a psychological horror film directed by Roman Polanski and starring Roman Polanski and Isabelle Adjani. The film is set in Paris and follows a man named Trelkovsky who rents an apartment in an old building, only to find himself increasingly isolated and paranoid. As he struggles to maintain his sanity, he suspects that his fellow tenants are conspiring against him. Gradually, he begins to take on the personality of the previous tenant, a woman who attempted to commit suicide. As the story progresses, Trelkovsky's identity and reality become increasingly distorted and he eventually descends into madness.

From Michael Haneke, starring Isabelle Huppert, Annie Girardot, Benoît Magimel, Susanne Lothar
Rated R

The Piano Teacher is a 2001 psychological drama film directed by Michael Haneke, starring Isabelle Huppert as Erika Kohut, a piano teacher at a Vienna conservatory and the daughter of a domineering mother. Erika is emotionally and sexually repressed, allowing her to only find pleasure in her music. She meets Walter (Benoît Magimel), a young and handsome student who shows an interest in her, and a dangerous game of psychological manipulation and transgression begins. Walter's advances challenge Erika's innermost desires and fears, causing her to confront her own sexuality. In the end, Erika must decide whether it is better to remain in her safe, stagnant world or take a risk to break free from her self-imposed prison.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Song Kang-ho, Shin Ha-kyun, Bae Doona, Ji-Eun Lim
Rated R

Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance is a 2002 South Korean thriller from director Park Chan-wook. The story follows Ryu (Shin Ha-kyun), a deaf and mute factory worker who plots revenge when his kidnapped sister is murdered. In response to his sister's death, Ryu teams up with a former anarchist and kidnaps his former boss's daughter. Ryu and his partner demand a ransom, but the kidnapping goes horribly wrong and leads to tragedy on both sides. With its intense violence, dark themes, and moral ambiguity, Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance is a gripping and complex exploration of revenge and its consequences.

From Michelangelo Antonioni, starring David Hemmings, Vanessa Redgrave, Sarah Miles, John Castle
Rated Not Rated

Blow-Up is a 1966 film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. Set in the fashionable Swinging London of the 1960s, the movie follows a glamorous and successful fashion photographer, Thomas, as he unwittingly captures a murder on film. After blowing up the photos taken of the murder, Thomas begins to feel a sense of unease and paranoia that someone is pursuing him to retrieve the incriminating photographs. He begins to question reality and his own perception of what he has seen, leading to a thrilling and puzzling conclusion. The film is widely considered to be a classic of the 1960s and is noted for its exploration of the idea of perception versus reality.

From Federico Fellini, starring Giulietta Masina, Sandra Milo, Mario Pisu, Valentina Cortese
Rated Not Rated

Juliet of the Spirits is a 1965 surreal comedy-drama film directed by Federico Fellini. In the film, Giulietta Masina stars as a young housewife in the suburbs of Rome whose life is thrown into turmoil when she begins to suspect that her husband is having an affair. She seeks solace through conversations with her grandmother, an otherworldly spirit, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. As she attempts to reconcile her own anxieties and conflicts, her journey leads her to explore her past, her relationships, and her own spiritual beliefs. The film is filled with Fellini’s trademark visual flair, including a dreamlike sequence in which Giulietta converses with the spirits of her ancestors. The film was a critical and commercial success and won several awards, including three Academy Award nominations.

From Charlie Kaufman, starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Samantha Morton, Michelle Williams, Catherine Keener
Rated R

Synecdoche, New York is a metaphysical drama written and directed by Charlie Kaufman. It stars Philip Seymour Hoffman as Caden Cotard, a theatre director in Schenectady, New York, who attempts to create an immersive theater piece that would explore the depths of his own life. As his project grows to colossal proportions, Caden's life begins to unravel. He attempts to create a life-size replication of New York inside a warehouse, in an increasingly futile attempt to control the chaos of his life. As the boundaries between his art and his life blur, Caden begins to lose touch with reality. The film follows him on his journey of self-discovery and exploration while he attempts to find meaning and understanding in his life.

From Barry Levinson, starring Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt, Jason Patric
Rated R

Sleepers is a 1996 American drama film directed by Barry Levinson and starring Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt, and Dustin Hoffman. It follows the story of a group of four boys in Hell's Kitchen, New York, who are sent to a reformatory after being falsely accused of a crime. Ten years later, two of the boys seek revenge against their persecutors, while the other two struggle to keep their childhood secrets hidden. The film explores themes of justice, friendship, and redemption as the boys confront their difficult past and the consequences of their actions.

From Robert Altman, starring Tim Robbins, Greta Scacchi, Fred Ward, Whoopi Goldberg
Rated R

The Player is a 1992 satirical black comedy film directed by Robert Altman and based on the 1988 novel of the same name by Michael Tolkin. The film stars Tim Robbins as Griffin Mill, a Hollywood studio executive who is increasingly threatened by an anonymous screenwriter who is sending him death threats. As the situation spirals out of control, Griffin must work to unravel the mystery, while managing the demands of the studio, his romantic life and the constant media scrutiny. The film also features an ensemble cast of actors, including Peter Gallagher, Greta Scacchi, Whoopi Goldberg, Dean Stockwell, and many others. Through a series of intricate events, the film examines the Hollywood system and its competitiveness, as well as the culture of fear and paranoia that has become a part of the movie industry. The Player is an acclaimed cult classic that has been praised for its sharp wit, its intelligent commentary on Hollywood, and its star-studded and unforgettable cast.

From James Cameron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tom Arnold, Bill Paxton
Rated R

From Kathryn Bigelow, starring Ralph Fiennes, Angela Bassett, Juliette Lewis, Tom Sizemore
Rated R

From Martin Scorsese, starring Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, Liam Neeson, Tadanobu Asano
Rated R

From Brian De Palma, starring Michael Caine, Angie Dickinson, Nancy Allen, Keith Gordon
Rated R

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Tippi Hedren, Sean Connery, Martin Gabel, Louise Latham
Rated PG