Thriller

The Womb

The Womb

The Womb depicts psychological horror around something which seems natural- motherhood. We follow Wulan, a pregnant woman, who seems surrounded with good men but suffers psychologically. Wulan, a victim suitably represents countless Indonesian pregnant women who have men around their suffering. We learn Wulan’s trauma stems from within- suffering from a system sustaining socially imposed

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Stowaway

Stowaway

Joe Penna directed the 2021 science fiction drama movie Stowaway which he co-wrote with Ryan Morrison. Stowaway, unlike most science fiction films, does not focus on advanced technology or grand action sequences. Instead, it examines emotional realism, moral conflicts, and the unique emotional reactions of a small cast. The window of the film shifts to

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Carter

Carter

The actionthiller film Carter, directed by Jung Byung gil is one of a kind, and its unique style and visual characteristics gives it a bold appeal. Carter revolves around a man who wakes up is and pin the middle of a chaotic situation. He does not remember who he is where he is, and what

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The Raid 2

The Raid 2

The Raid 2, which national audiences may refer to as Raid 2: Berandal, is a film released in 2014 which is both action and drama at the same time, and is Indonesian in the making. The film follows as a direct sequel to the 2011 cult film The Raid: Redemption. This film looks to have

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Mother!

Mother!

Synopsis Darren Aronofsky’s 2017 film Mother! tells a psychological drama story that is filled with complex and emotional themes. Aronofsky is a director known for his cerebral movies that elicit emotions and explore human nature through intense imagery. The film follows a married couple living alone together in a large, and remote house. The wife,

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Parasite

Parasite

Synopsis Parasite is a film that came out in 2019 and is a South Korean film directed by Bong Joon-ho. The movie revolves around two families with contrasting lifestyles that become intertwined within modern-day Seoul. One of the families lives in a small and semi-basement apartment whereas the other family resides in a big elegant

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The Offering

The Offering

2023’s supernatural film “The Offering” (2023) directed by Oliver Park, intertwines supernatural and thriller elements with Jewish heritage and folklore. Instead of utilizing unsettling visuals, it evokes suspense from the depth of emotions, culture, and human connections. The film’s self-reflective suspense lies in the blend of mystery, a family’s past, and an individual’s spirituality. Setting

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Cliffhanger

Cliffhanger

Analysis Renny Harlin directed the action-adventure film Cliffhanger which was released in 1993 and features actor Sylvester Stallone. The film intertwines a story of redemption with adventure. Set in the Colorado Rockies, the film weaves together beautiful mountain scenery with heart-pumping tension and action, yet revolves around a deeper message of the will to confront

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