Psycho(1960)
76% matchAcclaimed
Drama, Horror, Mystery · 109 min · Dir. Alfred Hitchcock
psychologicalsplit-personalitysuspenseful
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Movies Like Repulsion (1965)
"Repulsion," directed by Roman Polanski, stands out for its unsettling portrayal of isolation and mental deterioration, immersing viewers in the distorted psyche of its protagonist, Carol. The film's exploration of themes such as schizophrenia and PTSD makes it not only a chilling psychological horror but also a poignant drama. If you appreciate films that delve into the depths of human fear and madness, this selection will resonate with you.
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The Shining(1980)
74% matchAcclaimed
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Hereditary(2018)
66% matchWell reviewed
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Diabolique(1955)
66% matchAcclaimed
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Eyes Without a Face(1960)
66% matchHidden gem
Both films explore psychological horror through bleak black-and-white aesthetics, showcasing themes of identity and trauma within unsettling, claustrophobic settings.
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Carnival of Souls(1962)
64% matchHidden gem
Horror, Mystery · 78 min · Dir. Herk Harvey
existentialsupernaturalpsychological
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The Babadook(2014)
64% matchWell reviewed
Drama, Horror, Mystery · 94 min · Dir. Jennifer Kent
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Hour of the Wolf(1968)
62% matchHidden gem
'Hour of the Wolf' is recommended for fans of 'Repulsion' due to its exploration of psychological disintegration and isolated, nightmarish settings in stark black and white.
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Rosemary's Baby(1968)
49% matchAcclaimed
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Drama, Horror · 137 min · Dir. Roman Polanski
satanismoccultpsychological
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