The Square is a thought-provoking satirical drama that delves into the complexities of modern art and social norms. If you enjoyed its unique blend of dark humor and social commentary, here are 19 other movies that you might find equally compelling. Check out the trailers to get a taste of what’s in store.
1. Parasite
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Parasite is a South Korean black comedy thriller directed by Bong Joon-ho. The film explores themes of class disparity through the lives of two families, one wealthy and one poor, who become entangled in a complex relationship. The movie stars Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, and Cho Yeo-jeong.
2. Birdman
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Birdman is a dark comedy-drama directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu. The story follows a washed-up actor, played by Michael Keaton, who attempts to revive his career by staging a Broadway play. The film also stars Edward Norton, Emma Stone, and Naomi Watts.
3. The Lobster
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Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, The Lobster is a dystopian black comedy that examines the absurdity of societal norms around relationships. Colin Farrell stars as a man who must find a romantic partner within 45 days or be transformed into an animal. Rachel Weisz and Léa Seydoux also star.
4. Her
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Her is a science fiction romantic drama directed by Spike Jonze. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix as a lonely writer who develops a relationship with an artificially intelligent operating system, voiced by Scarlett Johansson. The cast also includes Amy Adams and Rooney Mara.
5. Snowpiercer
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Directed by Bong Joon-ho, Snowpiercer is a post-apocalyptic action film set on a train that perpetually travels around a frozen Earth. The movie stars Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton, and Song Kang-ho, and explores themes of class struggle and survival.
6. The Grand Budapest Hotel
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Directed by Wes Anderson, The Grand Budapest Hotel is a comedy-drama that recounts the adventures of a hotel concierge, played by Ralph Fiennes, and his protégé, portrayed by Tony Revolori. The film features an ensemble cast including Saoirse Ronan, Adrien Brody, and Willem Dafoe.
7. American Psycho
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American Psycho is a psychological thriller directed by Mary Harron. Christian Bale stars as Patrick Bateman, a wealthy New York City investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer. The film also stars Willem Dafoe, Jared Leto, and Reese Witherspoon.
8. Black Swan
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Directed by Darren Aronofsky, Black Swan is a psychological horror film that follows a ballet dancer, played by Natalie Portman, as she descends into madness while preparing for a role. The movie also stars Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel, and Barbara Hershey.
9. Fight Club
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Fight Club is a cult classic directed by David Fincher, based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk. It stars Edward Norton as an insomniac office worker and Brad Pitt as the charismatic leader of an underground fight club. The film also features Helena Bonham Carter.
10. The Favourite
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Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, The Favourite is a historical comedy-drama set in the court of Queen Anne in early 18th century England. The film stars Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, and Rachel Weisz, and explores themes of power, manipulation, and jealousy.
11. A Serious Man
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A Serious Man is a black comedy-drama directed by the Coen Brothers. The film follows a Jewish professor in 1960s Minnesota, played by Michael Stuhlbarg, as he navigates a series of personal and professional crises. The movie also stars Richard Kind and Fred Melamed.
12. Blue Velvet
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Directed by David Lynch, Blue Velvet is a neo-noir mystery film that delves into the dark underbelly of a seemingly idyllic town. The movie stars Kyle MacLachlan, Isabella Rossellini, Dennis Hopper, and Laura Dern.
13. The Killing of a Sacred Deer
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Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, The Killing of a Sacred Deer is a psychological horror-thriller starring Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman. The film follows a surgeon whose life begins to unravel after befriending a mysterious teenager, played by Barry Keoghan.
14. The Artist
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The Artist is a black-and-white silent film directed by Michel Hazanavicius. Set in Hollywood between the late 1920s and early 1930s, the movie stars Jean Dujardin as a silent film actor whose career declines with the advent of talkies. Bérénice Bejo co-stars as an emerging actress.
15. Nocturnal Animals
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Directed by Tom Ford, Nocturnal Animals is a psychological thriller that interweaves two narratives: a woman reading a novel written by her ex-husband and the events within that novel. The film stars Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Michael Shannon.
16. Synecdoche, New York
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Synecdoche, New York is a postmodern drama directed by Charlie Kaufman. The film stars Philip Seymour Hoffman as a theater director who constructs a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse. The cast also includes Samantha Morton, Michelle Williams, and Catherine Keener.
17. The Double
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Directed by Richard Ayoade, The Double is a dark comedy-drama based on the novella by Fyodor Dostoevsky. The film stars Jesse Eisenberg as a timid office worker who finds his life turned upside down by the arrival of his doppelgänger. Mia Wasikowska also stars.
18. The Handmaiden
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Directed by Park Chan-wook, The Handmaiden is a South Korean psychological thriller inspired by the novel Fingersmith by Sarah Waters. The film stars Kim Min-hee as a wealthy heiress and Kim Tae-ri as her maid, who is secretly involved in a plot to defraud her.
19. The Lighthouse
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Directed by Robert Eggers, The Lighthouse is a psychological horror film that follows two lighthouse keepers, played by Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson, as they descend into madness. The movie is shot in black-and-white and explores themes of isolation and paranoia.
These films, like The Square, offer unique perspectives and compelling narratives that challenge conventional storytelling. Happy watching!
