Multiple Personality Movies

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

Fight Club is a 1999 American psychological thriller film directed by David Fincher based on Chuck Palahniuk's novel of the same name. The film stars Brad Pitt and Edward Norton as two men who form an underground fight club in order to escape the monotony of their lives. The film follows their journey as they explore themes of masculinity, anarchy and violence. As the club grows in popularity, they find themselves in the middle of a battle between the forces of freedom and control. As they struggle to find a way to keep their fight club alive, they discover that the only way to truly be free is to let go of their past and embrace their newfound freedom.

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. It is based on the second volume of J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings. Set in Middle-earth, the story follows Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship of the Ring as they continue their quest to destroy the One Ring and stand against the evil forces of Sauron. The movie follows the heroes as they battle against the forces of Saruman and the treacherous Uruk-hai at the fortress of Helm's Deep. Meanwhile, Frodo and Samwise Gamgee must continue their treacherous journey to Mordor to destroy the Ring, unaware of the perils that lie ahead. With the help of the mysterious Gollum, the two must use all their strength and courage to face the daunting challenge of destroying the Ring and saving Middle-earth.

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

Psycho is a psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, and released in 1960. It is one of the most iconic horror films in history. The movie follows a young woman named Marion Crane, who steals money from her employer and goes on the run. She eventually checks into a remote motel run by the mysterious Norman Bates. As Marion's stay at the motel progresses, she discovers that Norman has a dark secret, and her life is in danger. Psycho is a legendary thriller that explores human psychology and morality, and has had a lasting influence on the horror genre.

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

Shutter Island is a psychological thriller set in 1954, directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio as U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels. While investigating a missing patient on the remote Shutter Island, Teddy quickly discovers that the hospital staff have been hiding a dark secret. As his investigation continues, Teddy begins to realize that he has been brought to the island for a reason and that his own past is intertwined with the asylum's mysteries. With the help of his partner, Chuck Aule, Teddy must uncover the truth before it is too late. The film is a labyrinth of suspense and mind-bending twists, as Teddy attempts to make sense of what is real, what is imagined, and what lies beyond the truth.

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

Persona is a psychological drama directed by Ingmar Bergman. The movie follows the story of two women, Alma and Elisabet, who are both struggling with their own psychological issues. Elisabet, an actress, has mysteriously lost her ability to speak, while Alma, a nurse, is caring for her. As the two women spend time together, they form an intense bond and Alma begins to see Elisabet as a kind of mirror image, reflecting her own inner turmoil. Through the course of the film, Alma and Elisabet explore their respective identities, with Alma in particular growing increasingly confused and disoriented. In the end, the two women come to the realization that all that really matters is the bond they share, and Alma finally breaks her silence. Persona is an exploration of human relationships, identity, and the power of communication.

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

Black Swan is a psychological thriller directed by Darren Aronofsky that follows the story of a dancer named Nina (Natalie Portman) who is a part of a prestigious New York ballet company. She is under the watchful eye of the company's demanding artistic director, Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel), and begins to struggle with her mental health as she is chosen to play the lead in the upcoming production of Swan Lake. As she dives deeper into the demanding role of the Swan Queen, the pressure to compete against a talented rival dancer (Mila Kunis) leads to an obsessive descent into her own dark fantasies. Through her transformation into the dual roles of the Swan Queen, Nina finds her true confidence and inner strength, but at a great cost. With its stunning visuals and powerful performances, Black Swan is a mesmerizing exploration of the darkest depths of the human psyche.

From Gregory Hoblit, starring Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, John Mahoney
Rated R

Primal Fear is a 1996 legal drama directed by Gregory Hoblit and starring Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, and Alfre Woodard. The story follows an idealistic young lawyer, Martin Vail (Gere), who takes on the case of Aaron Stampler (Norton), a stuttering altar boy accused of murdering an Archbishop. Vail is convinced that Stampler is innocent and sets out to prove it, but he soon discovers that his client has a hidden past and a far more complicated relationship with the Archbishop than he let on. As the trial progresses, Vail must sort through the evidence, endure intense public scrutiny, and question his own morals as he unravels the mystery behind the Archbishop's death.

From Brad Anderson, starring Christian Bale, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón, John Sharian
Rated R

The Machinist is a psychological thriller directed by Brad Anderson and starring Christian Bale. It tells the story of Trevor Reznik, an industrial machinist who is suffering from extreme insomnia and paranoia. He has not slept for a year, and his physical and mental health are deteriorating rapidly. In order to cope, he becomes increasingly isolated and delusional, leading him to believe that a co-worker is trying to sabotage him. His only solace is a prostitute with whom he develops a strange and complicated relationship. As his condition worsens, he desperately attempts to uncover the truth behind a mysterious note written by a stranger. In the end, he must make a difficult decision between reality and his own inner demons.

From Sam Raimi, starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe, James Franco
Rated PG-13

From Bruce A. Evans, starring Kevin Costner, Demi Moore, William Hurt, Dane Cook
Rated R

From James Mangold, starring John Cusack, Ray Liotta, Amanda Peet, John Hawkes
Rated R

From Nunnally Johnson, starring Joanne Woodward, David Wayne, Lee J. Cobb, Edwin Jerome
Rated Approved

From Jee-woon Kim, starring Lim Soo-jung, Yum Jung-ah, Kim Kap-su, Moon Geun-young
Rated R

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

From Chuck Russell, starring Jim Carrey, Cameron Diaz, Peter Riegert, Peter Greene
Rated PG-13

From Brett Ratner, starring Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Famke Janssen
Rated PG-13

From Louis Leterrier, starring Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt
Rated PG-13

From Directors: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly, starring Jim Carrey, Renée Zellweger, Anthony Anderson, Mongo Brownlee
Rated R

From David Koepp, starring Johnny Depp, Maria Bello, John Turturro, Timothy Hutton
Rated PG-13

From Geoffrey Sax, starring Halle Berry, Stellan Skarsgård, Phylicia Rashad, Chandra Wilson
Rated R

From Brian De Palma, starring John Lithgow, Lolita Davidovich, Steven Bauer, Frances Sternhagen
Rated R

From John Polson, starring Robert De Niro, Dakota Fanning, Famke Janssen, Elisabeth Shue
Rated R

From Tom Shadyac, starring Eddie Murphy, Jada Pinkett Smith, James Coburn, Larry Miller
Rated PG-13

From Ang Lee, starring Eric Bana, Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas
Rated PG-13

From Patrick Lussier, starring Jensen Ackles, Jaime King, Kerr Smith, Betsy Rue
Rated R