A film with a twisted plot and an unexpected denouement is one of the favorite characteristics when the audience selects a movie for a pleasant and exciting pastime.
Below you will find a large list of good works in volume, where everyone will find something suitable and interesting for themselves.
"Existence"
One of the thrilling twist-thriller films is a 1999 project by Canadian director David Cronenber.
The plot of the picture: Allegra Gell - the creator of the game, which takes place in virtual reality ("Existence") - is attacked by a crazy maniac. To save her own life, the main heroine has no choice but to involve Ted Paykl, her employee (security guard intern) in the process. The strange state of affairs confuses not only the heroes of the film, but also the audience. Will they manage to figure out where the virtuality ends and real life begins?
Starring such famous actors as Jennifer Jason Lee, Jude Law, Ian Holm and Willem Dafoe.
"Stay in my shoes"
The next in the list of the best thriller films with a twisted plot can be considered a picture of the English director Jonathan Glazer entitled "Stay in my shoes" in 2013.
The plot tells about a beautiful full-breasted brunette girl with green eyes, driving around the highway and picking hitchhikers along the way for their goals. But what motives does the beauty pursue, and whether she is a person herself - the audience will know only after watching.
The main role was played by the beautiful Scarlett Johansson. According to many viewers, this is one of the best roles of the actress.
"Illusion of deception"
One of the most exciting thriller detective films with a twisted plot can rightfully be considered the "Illusion of Deception", shot by the French director Louis Leterrier in 2013. After 3 years, the second part comes out.
The plot is confusing and intriguing: at first glance, the main characters are a group of magicians and illusionists who perfectly master their skills. However, something is wrong with them: wizards do not just entertain the audience, but do absolutely incredible tricks, besides they are also “slightly” illegal. The four magicians had the idea of ​​robbing a bank right during one of their live shows ...
The four illusionists were played: David Franco, Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo and Woody Harrelson.
"Cloud Atlas"
The work-masterpiece "Cloud Atlas" can truly be called a film with a twisted plot and a twisted end. The picture was shot in 2012 by the sisters Lana and Lilly Wachowski, as well as Tom Tykver under the slogan: "Everything is interconnected."
The film tells about the fate of six heroes, and each has its own tragedy. But what is common between such different stories, the viewer learns only at the end of the plot.
You will see a real masterpiece in the fantasy genre, during the viewing of which you will more than once break your head and marvel at the denouement.
Starring: Tom Hanks, Holly Berry, Jim Sturgess and others.
"Side effect"
Another film with a twisted plot and an unexpected denouement is the work of Stephen Soderberg, which he graduated in 2013.
Plot: the girl Emily has real grief - her husband is sent to prison. The unfortunate woman begins to have psychological problems, and after her spouse is released after 4 years, she completely falls into a depressed state. Against this background, the girl even tries to commit suicide. At the reception, the psychotherapist prescribes her medications, but Emily prefers this treatment differently - one drug that her work colleague advises her.
Starring Channing Tatum, Jude Law, Rooney Mara, as well as Catherine Zeta-Jones and others.
"Twelve Monkeys"
Fans of the science fiction genre will enjoy the movie with a twisted plot and an unexpected denouement of “12 Monkeys”. The main roles in it were played by the well-known Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt (received the Golden Globe for this work in the nomination for Best Supporting Actor).
The plot of the picture takes place in 2035, when the terrible virus has already killed about five billion people in the world. Survivors live underground. Criminal James Cole decides to take a desperate step, going back in time to the source of the disease, thus helping scientists uncover the mystery of the Twelve Monkeys.
Room 1408
Another film with a twisted plot and an unpredictable ending can rightfully be considered the picture "1408", shot based on the eponymous short story by Stephen King in 2007 by director Michael Hofstrom.
Famous writer and horror fan Mike Enslin is inspired by the new story: he writes a book about ghosts and poltergeists living in hotels. For the acuity of sensations, while not believing in the existence of life after death, he settles in the infamous room number 1408 of the Dolphin Hotel. This number has not been used for many years, since, according to terrible rumors, creatures from the afterlife live there. Not taking seriously the warnings of the hotel staff in the person of senior manager Gerald Olin, Mike insists on his decision to spend the whole night in the ill-fated room, not even imagining that she promises him ...
Starring John Cusack, Mary McCormack, Samuel L. Jackson and others.
"The skin that I live in"
The film with a twisted plot and an unexpected ending called "The Skin I Live in" has a completely fantastic and intriguing plot.
World famous surgeon Robert Ledgard, played by Antonio Banderas himself, makes a breakthrough in medicine: reveals the secret of artificial human skin. He explains to his colleagues that only mice are the living object of his experiments, in fact hiding the terrible truth: the main subject is a young girl named Vera, whom he hides in his country villa. During the absence of the doctor, the maid Marilya looks after her.
Once, the son of a servant, Sek, bursts into the surgeon’s house, asking his mother to hide him from the police. At this very moment he learns about the existence of the experimental ... And then the plot unfolds completely unpredictably, as it seems at first glance.
The role of the unfortunate girl with perfect skin was played by the beautiful Elena Anaya, and Roberto Alamo took on the part of the prodigal grief-son.
"Fight club"
A film with a twisted plot and an unpredictable end - this is definitely about the picture "Fight Club", shot based on the book of the same name by Chuck Palahniuk in 1999.
The main character suffers from constant insomnia and tries to break out of the boring routine of his life. His routine turns upside down when he meets the mysterious Tyler Darden, who moonlights in the soap trade. Tyler preaches a very interesting and at the same time perverted philosophy: self-development is only interested in the weak, but self-destruction is the lot of real strong people who know what it is worth living for.
After a while, two, at first glance, dissimilar personalities will find a common occupation, namely: each other's scuffle, which will bring them a true cleansing of all unnecessary bliss. To such simple joys, the protagonist and Tyler will begin to introduce other guys, which ultimately will lead to the creation of the same fighting club. The plot seems quite understandable, but the ending made this work one of the most famous films.
A crazy couple were played by Edward Norton and Brad Pitt.
"Seven"
Another great role of Brad Pitt was the image of a young employee of the Mills detective agency in the film with a twisted plot and an unusual end to 1995's "Seven".
Detective William Somerset (actor Morgan Freeman) is an experienced criminal investigator who has long had plans to retire and leave the city with his sinful deeds in the past. However, two unpleasant moments appear on the horizon of his dreams: a new young partner and a particularly sophisticated crime, which make Somerset think about postponing life time indefinitely.
The detective’s experience and sharp mind suggest that it’s more than just killing. His guesses are correct: the maniac eliminates the victims according to the principle of punishment for the seven deadly sins.
William Somerset is at a crossroads: give the case to a young and less experienced specialist, or take control of the process ...
"Prestige"
The film "Prestige" is a film with a twisted plot and an unpredictable ending, shot in 2006 by the famous director Christopher Neil (the works "Beginning" and "Interstellar" are also the work of his hands). The main roles were played by the famous Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale.
Plot: Alfred and Robert are the most popular magicians-illusionists, whose heyday fell at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. Feeling serious competition, the masters of magic lose control, and the race for primacy turns into a real war that can take even the lives of innocent people around ...
American Beauty
One of the best films with a twisted plot and an unexpected denouement is the dramatic picture "American Beauty" 1999 release. The work received 5 Academy Award. One of the awards was brought to the film by actor Kevin Spacey, who played the main role.
The plot tells the story of Lester Burnham, who is experiencing a midlife crisis. Things are going badly on all fronts: the wife is cheating on him with a work colleague, and the tacit daughter meets a neighbor guy who was in a psychiatric hospital.
Lester is gradually plunged into deep depression until he meets his daughter's classmate. A sharply born and therefore ardent feeling of love gives the protagonist a powerful incentive to live. You will find out how Burnham will cope with his emotional state by looking at this colorful and in some episodes even comedic picture.
"Black Swan"
One of the best films with a twisted plot can be considered the thriller Darren Aronofsky, nominated for 4 Academy Award nominations in 2011.
Natalie Portman, who took the statuette for "Best Actress", played the main primus of the ballet theater, which suddenly appears worthy competitor. She is so dangerous that she is ready to take away absolutely all of her parties. The decisive performance is approaching, and the spirit of competition is gaining crazy momentum in the literal sense of the word ...
"Others"
One of the best films with a twisted plot is a thriller and horror movie called "Other". The main role was played by the famous actress Nicole Kidman.
The plot takes place during the Second World War. Grace decides to take his sick children to a house on an island off the coast of England and wait for her husband to return.
Her son and daughter are subject to a strange disease: their organisms cannot tolerate daylight. Grace hires three servants in his house, teaching them two main rules: all rooms must be kept in twilight, and several doors should not be opened at the same time. However, strict order will be challenged ...
The ending will not leave anyone indifferent.
"Haze"
The film "The Darkness" is an incredible thriller directed by Frank Darabonte 2007.
The story begins in a small city that covers an incomprehensible supernatural fog. It is so dense that it cuts off the people of this village from the rest of the world. At this moment, a small group of people is in a local supermarket and notices something is amiss in the unfortunate fog ...
The main roles were played by Thomas Jane, Marsha Gay Harden, as well as Lori Holden.
"Anesthesia"
All viewers who underwent surgery will be interested in this picture by director Joby Harold, who also performed as a screenwriter.
Clay Beresford has serious health problems. He needs a heart transplant operation. Since the guy is a billionaire, the donor is fast, and the date of the surgical intervention is determined. The patient undergoes a standard procedure before surgery: he is anesthetized. The process is successful until the unexpected happens - Clay comes to life! His body is paralyzed, but he hears and feels absolutely everything ...
The film starred Hayden Christensen, Jessica Alba and others.
"Stay"
Thriller "Stay" has a high rating among the audience. The film was directed by Mark Foster in 2005.
The plot of the film is very intriguing and rather sarcastic. Henry Latham - a student whose moral state borders on insanity - decides to talk to specialist Sam Foster about his problem. During the conversation, it turns out that the guy is going to commit suicide, having decided on the date and time. The psychiatrist, imbued with the student’s problem, decides to help him with all his might. To do this, the doctor goes on a city trip, and in his life there is a sharp turn. Gradually, Sam himself begins to plunge into Henry's terrible illusions, as a result of which the desire to leave this world arises from him ...
Starring Ewan McGregor, Ryan Gosling and others.
"Butterfly Effect"
“Butterfly Effect” is one of the most popular films with the most twisted plot. He is in the top 250 at KinoPoisk, occupying 80th place. Eric Bress and J. Mackey Gruber acted in this film and directors, and screenwriters at the same time.
Plot: a boy named Evan was not very lucky with his father, as he had a psychopathic tendency and suffered from amnesia. The man forgot some events from his life. A bull’s not far from the apple tree falls - the son of Evan adopts this unusual diagnosis. Moreover, only those moments that bore a strange or even terrible character disappear from his memory. After a while, in his student years, Evan makes an extraordinary discovery - he finds his children's diary, which he kept on the advice of a psychiatrist. With it, a guy has the opportunity to return to the past and change the future with his actions ...
"Sixth Sense"
The Sixth Sense film, nominated for six Oscars, has a very twisted plot and an unexpected ending. The slogan for the picture is the words: "Sometimes a gift is a curse." Director and screenwriter was M. Night Shyamalan. The main roles were played by Bruce Willis and Haley Osment.
The action takes place around the child psychiatrist Malcolm Crowe and the nine-year-old boy Cole, who is not allowed to live with terrible illusions - he sees dead souls. All these ghosts are victims of murder and direct their negativity to the child. Malcolm realizes that nothing can help him as a specialist, but as a person he simply can not leave Cole in trouble.
"The Shawshank Redemption"
"Shawshank Redemption" is a cult cinema masterpiece that ranks first in the top 250 at KinoPoisk. Perhaps this is the best film with a twisted plot and an unusual ending. He was nominated for seven Academy Award. Directed by the previously mentioned Frank Darabont. The script was the story of the author of horrors and thrillers Stephen King. Starring Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman and others.
The plot of the picture is as follows: Andy Dufrain is a successful banking vice president, but life becomes hell when he is accused of killing his own wife and her lover. The court announces an unfair decision, and the protagonist goes to jail. Once inside the walls of the Shawshank, Andy feels injustice and cruelty on both sides. Anyone who finds himself behind iron bars remains here forever. However, Dufrain completely disagrees to accept such a fate. Thanks to his sharp wit and wide human soul, the accused finds an approach to cellmates and staff, which helps him develop an escape plan ...
"The game"
"The Game" is a film with a twisted plot and an unexpected ending, shot in 1997 by director David Fincher. Starring Michael Douglas and Sean Penn.
"Are you ready to play?" - under such a slogan the plot of the picture unfolds. Nicholas van Orton is a successful person who has many useful qualities: equanimity, calm, the ability to keep everything under control. On his birthday, the main character receives a ticket as a gift, giving him the opportunity to participate in the "Game", designed individually for each client. Advertising guarantees him a vivid sensation and a sharp taste of life. In the process of entertainment, the main character begins to realize that everything is much more serious than he was promised ... This is a game not for life, but for death.
"Driver"
"The Engineer" is a dramatic film with a twisted plot and a twisted end, shot by director Brad Andersen in 2003.
The main character Trevor Reznik can not plunge into the realm of sleep for the whole year. In this regard, his life turns into hell, and the hero himself balances between sleep and reality. It is becoming increasingly difficult for him to separate these two worlds, and in the end frightening illusions begin to overlap with ordinary everyday episodes of life ...