Tag Archives: Thriller

The Sixth Sense (1999) – Review

A young boy, Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment), is struggling with a terrifying secret that leaves him feeling isolated from those around him. When child psychologist Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis) takes on his case, he attempts to understand the young boys unusual behaviour, in a bid to help him come to terms with what he experiences. However, as their relationship develops, it becomes clear that there is much more to the situation than initially meets the eye. A memorable supernatural thriller that successfully combines elements of drama, emotion, suspense and horror.

Rating: 4 out of 5.
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Carrie (1976) – Review

Shy and socially awkward Carrie White (Sissy Spacek) is a teenager who finds herself regularly bullied by her classmates at school, while also tackling an extremely strict and religious mother at home. However, the teenager possesses a mysterious ability that she gradually begins to understand and control, leading to increasingly strange events surrounding her. A supernatural horror picture that has certainly left its mark on the genre since its release fifty years ago, but one that may divide opinion in recent times.

Rating: 2 out of 5.
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Psycho (1960) – Review

Secretary Marion Crane (Janet Leigh), working in Arizona, United States, finds herself making a desperate decision after stealing a large sum of money from her employer. Upon fleeing her city, she eventually stops at the isolated Bates Motel, where she meets the seemingly polite, but rather unusual owner, Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins). What initially appears to be a quiet overnight stay, quickly develops into something far more sinister. An extremely well-known and well-received picture, which has become a major part of cinematic history since its release over sixty years ago.

Rating: 5 out of 5.
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L.A. Confidential (1997) – Review

Set in Los Angeles, United States, during the 1950’s, L.A. Confidential follows three very different police officers who become increasingly caught up in a complex web of crime, corruption and overall scandal within the city’s police department. Detective Ed Exley (Guy Pearce), Officer Wendell White (Russell Crowe) and Sergeant Jack Vincennes (Kevin Spacey) each have their own methods and ambitions, but their paths quickly begin to cross as they investigate a series of mysterious events. A very stylish and well-made crime thriller that offers an intriguing look at a very different era of Los Angeles.

Rating: 3.5 out of 5.
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Drive (2011) – Review

An unnamed stunt driver (Ryan Gosling) spends his days working as a mechanic and driver in the movie world, while occasionally taking on jobs as a getaway driver for criminals in Los Angeles, United States. Living a relatively quiet life, he soon develops a friendship with his neighbour Irene (Carey Mulligan) and her young son, before becoming involved in a dangerous situation following the release of Irene’s husband from prison. Initially, he seems to have been pulled into a simple job, but this quickly snowballs into something far more serious. A memorable and equally as stylish crime thriller that has developed somewhat of a cult following. It’s worth noting that Drive is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

Rating: 4 out of 5.
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Duel (1971) – Review

Ordinary American salesman David Mann (Dennis Weaver) finds himself travelling along the lonely highways of California, United States, before becoming locked in a terrifying battle with an unknown truck driver after a harmless overtaking manoeuvre. As the relentless pursuit unfolds, it gradually escalates into a deadly game of cat and mouse. An extremely easy-to-follow premise, yet a picture that still holds up in today’s era of filmmaking. It’s worth noting that Duel is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

Rating: 4 out of 5.
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