Bored of cliché movies with the same old rich guy, poor girl plots that seem to go nowhere? Give a try to some of these titles that are unique with their impressive plotlines with endings so unpredictable that they will blow your mind. From thrillers to crimes, horrors to black comedy, this list is an all-rounder. Be warned, some of them will have you staring blankly into the space, replaying all the scenes after you’re done!
1. Gangnam 1970 (2015)
Starring immensely popular Lee Min Ho in another action noir film, Gangnam 1970 is also known as Gangnam Blues. This is an evocative film that portrays brotherhood and deception at its best with a backdrop of political corruption, crimes, violence, and gangsters. It’s a bloody yet emotionally heart-wrenching roller coaster ride for the viewers guaranteed to leave them rooting for the unexpected people as the story unfolds.
2. Forgotten (2017)
When you think you’ve finally gotten a hint of what’s going on in the movie, the story flips! A fast-paced suspense thriller starring multi-faceted Kang Ha Neul that will surely keep the folks intrigued throughout the film. The storyline is haunting and highly engaging with a pace that complements the acting performance and the unpredictable plot twist that no one sees coming.
3. Burning (2018)
A universally acclaimed film that grabbed everyone’s attention with its entry into the 2018 Cannes Film Festival comes next on the list, being a one-of-a-kind psychological thriller based on the famous Japanese author Haruki Murakami’s short story. It’s a beautifully shot symbolic arthouse film with a slow burn (with no pun intended) that comes with a tremendous unpredictable ending.
4. Hansel And Gretel (2007)
Next on the list is a horror movie with absolutely zero cringes! It’s a unique story paired with a stunning visual and stellar performance by the young cast. Mix in a little bit of psychological thriller and mystery, and you have a perfect recipe for a gem of a movie that will leave you wanting more.
5. Parasite (2019)
Now, the name you probably have heard a lot of times before- the first-ever Korean movie to win an Oscar. Parasite became a global phenomenon, being a black comedy thriller film directed by Bong Joon Ho, cited as one of the best film directors of the 21st century. With insane characterization, symbolism, and fantastic storytelling, it also deserves a spot on this list for being highly unpredictable.
6. Confession Of Murder (2012)
A suspenseful action-packed movie with arguably the most thrilling car chase revolves around a crime where the statute of limitations has expired and now the criminal comes to the surface. He writes an autobiography, describes all the murders in great detail, and becomes a multi-millionaire. But is this confession honest? With constant twists and turns, you will surely end the movie with different conceptions than you had before.
7. The Handmaiden (2016)
Another Cannes Film Festival contender on the list, The Handmaiden is adapted from the novel Fingersmith by famous writer Sarah Waters. The movie has changed its setting from the British era to Korea under Japanese colonial rule. It features a complex plot with very risqué themes and cinematography. The Handmaiden has been rightfully called a movie way ahead of its time with its thrilling story and well-executed unforeseeable plot twists.
8. Tale Of Two Sisters (2003)
Look no further if you want to get knocked out of your socks (and for good this time!) Two sisters, Su Mi and Su Yeon come home after a lengthy hospital stay where things have changed after their mother’s death. This movie is an exceptional horror that defies all boundaries of plot twists and turns as it keeps creating spooky situations that will keep you doubting and disturbing till the end.
9. Mother (2009)
Another crime thriller by Bong Joon Ho, starring one of the most selective actors globally, and a South Korean heartthrob, Won Bin, take a spot on the list. He plays the role of a mentally disabled young man who’s charged with a murder of a girl in the neighborhood. This movie is an absolute masterpiece with its thoroughly engaging, solid plot with an ending you can’t predict.
10. The Wailing (2016)
The Wailing is a spectacular movie that falls in the genre of horror and phycological thriller that is incredibly suspenseful till the end and equally intense. In a small, quiet village, strange things start happening when a Japanese man moves in. Cliché at first, the ending is not something you’d ever expect. Despite having a runtime of over 2.5 hours, it’s a movie you’ll want not to end (especially when it does!) with a rewatch value of 10/10.
