20 Movies Like Berlin Syndrome

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Room

Room
Room
Internet Movie Database: 8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
Metacritic: 86/100
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Runtime: 118 min
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 108 wins & 141 nominations total
Writer: Emma Donoghue
Actors: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Sean Bridgers
Language: English
Country: Ireland, Canada, United Kingdom, United States
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The Room is a 2003 drama film written, directed, produced by and starring Tommy Wiseau. It follows the tumultuous relationship between a man named Johnny and his fiancée Lisa, as their lives become entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected twists.

The Skin I Live In

The Skin I Live In
The Skin I Live In
Internet Movie Database: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 81%
Metacritic: 70/100
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Runtime: 120 min
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Awards: Won 1 BAFTA Award28 wins & 69 nominations total
Writer: Pedro Almodóvar, Agustín Almodóvar, Thierry Jonquet
Actors: Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Jan Cornet
Language: Spanish
Country: Spain, United States
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“The Skin I Live In” is a psychological thriller about a brilliant plastic surgeon who develops a synthetic skin that he tests on a woman he holds captive, exploring themes of identity, revenge, and the boundaries of science and ethics. The film delves into a twisted tale of obsession, secrets, and the consequences of playing god.

Misery

Misery
Misery
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Metacritic: 75/100
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Runtime: 107 min
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 10 nominations total
Writer: Stephen King, William Goldman
Actors: James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth
Language: English
Country: United States
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The Misery movie is about a famous author who is held captive by his obsessed fan after a car accident, and he must find a way to escape her sadistic clutches before it’s too late.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 86%
Metacritic: 71/100
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Runtime: 158 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 26 wins & 91 nominations total
Writer: Steven Zaillian, Stieg Larsson
Actors: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer
Language: English, Swedish
Country: United States, Sweden, Norway
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“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” is a gripping thriller about a journalist and a computer hacker who team up to investigate a decades-old disappearance of a wealthy industrialist’s niece, uncovering a dark web of corruption, violence, and family secrets in the process.

Oldboy

Oldboy
Oldboy
Internet Movie Database: 8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 83%
Metacritic: 77/100
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Runtime: 120 min
Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery
Awards: 40 wins & 27 nominations
Writer: Garon Tsuchiya, Nobuaki Minegishi, Park Chan-wook
Actors: Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jeong
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea
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The Oldboy movie is about a man who is mysteriously imprisoned for 15 years and then released, seeking revenge and answers for his captivity. As he delves deeper into the truth, he uncovers shocking secrets that challenge his sanity and perception of reality.

The Cell

The Cell
The Cell
Internet Movie Database: 6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 45%
Metacritic: 40/100
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Runtime: 107 min
Genre: Crime, Horror, Sci-Fi
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 9 wins & 29 nominations total
Writer: Mark Protosevich
Actors: Jennifer Lopez, Vince Vaughn, Vincent D'Onofrio
Language: English
Country: Germany, United States
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“The Cell” is a psychological thriller film about a therapist who enters the mind of a comatose serial killer to find the location of his latest victim, delving into a surreal and dangerous world of the killer’s twisted imagination.”

The Invisible Guest

The Invisible Guest
The Invisible Guest
Internet Movie Database: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 70%
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Runtime: 106 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
Awards: 2 wins & 3 nominations
Writer: Oriol Paulo, Lara Sendim
Actors: Mario Casas, Ana Wagener, Jose Coronado
Language: Spanish, English
Country: Spain
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“The Invisible Guest” is a Spanish thriller film about a successful businessman who wakes up in a hotel room next to the dead body of his lover and hires a prestigious lawyer to prove his innocence, leading to a series of unexpected twists and turns.”

The Collector

The Collector
The Collector
Internet Movie Database: 6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 29%
Metacritic: 29/100
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Runtime: 90 min
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Awards: N/A
Writer: Patrick Melton, Marcus Dunstan
Actors: Josh Stewart, Andrea Roth, Juan Fernández
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Collector” is a horror film about a masked intruder who breaks into a family’s home and turns it into a deadly trap, forcing them to navigate a series of gruesome and deadly obstacles in order to survive.

The House That Jack Built

The House That Jack Built
The House That Jack Built
Internet Movie Database: 6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 60%
Metacritic: 42/100
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Runtime: 152 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Horror
Awards: 11 wins & 17 nominations
Writer: Lars von Trier, Jenle Hallund
Actors: Matt Dillon, Bruno Ganz, Uma Thurman
Language: English, German, Italian
Country: Denmark, France, Sweden, Germany
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“The House That Jack Built” is a psychological horror film that follows the life of a highly intelligent serial killer named Jack as he reflects on his past murders and delves into his twisted psyche. Through a series of five incidents, Jack explores his dark desires and the philosophical implications of his actions.

The Vanishing

The Vanishing
The Vanishing
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
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Runtime: 107 min
Genre: Mystery, Thriller
Awards: 7 wins & 6 nominations
Writer: Tim Krabbé, George Sluizer
Actors: Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Gene Bervoets, Johanna ter Steege
Language: Dutch, French, English
Country: Netherlands, France, West Germany
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“The Vanishing” is a psychological thriller about three lighthouse keepers who mysteriously disappear from a remote island. As the investigation unfolds, dark secrets and paranoia begin to unravel, leading to a shocking and tragic conclusion.

The Girl Next Door

The Girl Next Door
The Girl Next Door
Internet Movie Database: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 56%
Metacritic: 47/100
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Runtime: 109 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Awards: 2 wins & 4 nominations
Writer: David Wagner, Brent Goldberg, Stuart Blumberg
Actors: Emile Hirsch, Nicholas Downs, Elisha Cuthbert
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Girl Next Door” is a coming-of-age comedy-drama about a high school senior who falls for his new neighbor, only to discover that she is a former adult film star. As he navigates the challenges of love and acceptance, he must decide between following his heart or conforming to societal expectations.

The Poughkeepsie Tapes

The Poughkeepsie Tapes
The Poughkeepsie Tapes
Internet Movie Database: 6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 67%
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Runtime: 81 min
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Awards: N/A
Writer: Drew Dowdle, John Erick Dowdle
Actors: Stacy Chbosky, Ben Messmer, Samantha Robson
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Poughkeepsie Tapes” is a found-footage horror film that follows the investigation into a serial killer who documents his crimes on videotapes. The movie delves into the disturbing and graphic footage, showcasing the killer’s methods and the psychological impact on those involved in the case.

The Stanford Prison Experiment

The Stanford Prison Experiment
The Stanford Prison Experiment
Internet Movie Database: 6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 84%
Metacritic: 67/100
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Runtime: 122 min
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Awards: 4 wins & 3 nominations
Writer: Tim Talbott, Philip Zimbardo
Actors: Ezra Miller, Tye Sheridan, Billy Crudup
Language: English
Country: United States
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The Stanford Prison Experiment movie is a dramatic retelling of the infamous psychological study conducted in 1971. It explores the dark and disturbing consequences of assigning participants to the roles of prisoners and guards, highlighting the inherent power dynamics and ethical dilemmas that arise.

The Snowtown Murders

The Snowtown Murders
The Snowtown Murders
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 85%
Metacritic: 66/100
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Runtime: 119 min
Genre: Biography, Crime, Drama
Awards: 23 wins & 23 nominations
Writer: Shaun Grant, Justin Kurzel, Debi Marshall
Actors: Lucas Pittaway, Daniel Henshall, Louise Harris
Language: English
Country: Australia
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“The Snowtown Murders” is a true crime film based on the infamous Australian serial killings. It follows the story of a manipulative predator who recruits a vulnerable teenager into a murderous spree that shocks a small community.

The Silence of the Lambs

The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs
Internet Movie Database: 8.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Metacritic: 86/100
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Runtime: 118 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Awards: Won 5 Oscars. 71 wins & 50 nominations total
Writer: Thomas Harris, Ted Tally
Actors: Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Scott Glenn
Language: English, Latin
Country: United States
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“The Silence of the Lambs” is a psychological thriller about a young FBI trainee who seeks the help of a brilliant but dangerous imprisoned serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, to catch another serial killer known as Buffalo Bill. As they delve into the mind of a psychopath, a deadly game of cat and mouse ensues.

The Human Centipede

The Human Centipede (First Sequence)
The Human Centipede (First Sequence)
Internet Movie Database: 4.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 48%
Metacritic: 33/100
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Runtime: 92 min
Genre: Horror
Awards: 8 wins & 3 nominations
Writer: Tom Six
Actors: Dieter Laser, Winter Williams, Ashlynn Yennie
Language: English, German, Japanese
Country: Netherlands
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“The Human Centipede” is a horror film about a deranged surgeon who kidnaps three people and surgically connects them mouth-to-anus to create a grotesque human centipede. The victims are then subjected to sadistic torture and humiliation as they struggle to escape their horrifying fate.

The Loved Ones

The Loved Ones
The Loved Ones
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 98%
Metacritic: 73/100
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Runtime: 84 min
Genre: Crime, Horror
Awards: 2 wins & 11 nominations
Writer: Sean Byrne
Actors: Xavier Samuel, Robin McLeavy, John Brumpton
Language: English
Country: Australia
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“The Loved Ones” is a horror film about a disturbed teenage girl who kidnaps and tortures a classmate after he rejects her prom invitation. As the night unfolds, the victim’s struggle for survival becomes increasingly brutal and twisted.

The Girl in the Box

The Girl in the Box
The Girl in the Box
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Runtime: 7 min
Genre: Short, Adventure, Music
Awards: N/A
Writer: Bartek Podkowa, Bartosz Podkowa
Actors: April Kelley
Language: English
Country: United Kingdom
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“The Girl in the Box” is a psychological thriller movie based on a true story, following the harrowing experiences of a young woman who is kidnapped and held captive in a small, soundproof box for seven years. The film explores her resilience, survival instincts, and determination to escape her captor and regain her freedom.

The Killing Room

The Killing Room
The Killing Room
Internet Movie Database: 5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 67%
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Runtime: 93 min
Genre: Mystery, Thriller
Awards: 2 nominations
Writer: Gus Krieger, Ann Peacock
Actors: Nick Cannon, Clea DuVall, Timothy Hutton
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Killing Room” is a psychological thriller about four strangers who are selected for a psychological research study, only to find themselves trapped in a twisted game of survival. As they struggle to uncover the truth behind the experiment, they must confront their own fears and secrets in order to escape.

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

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“The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas” is a film that tells the story of a young German boy named Bruno who befriends a Jewish boy named Shmuel through the fence of a concentration camp during World War II. The film explores their innocent and forbidden friendship in the midst of the horrors of the Holocaust.

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