The most mind-bending movies
'Tenet' (2020) -
This visually dazzling puzzle of a film follows a secret agent as he embarks on a dangerous, time-bending mission to prevent the start of World War III.
'Mulholland Drive' (2001) -
David Lynch's surrealist neo-noir mystery isn't like other films where if you watch closely enough you can explain the mystery.
'The Matrix' (1999) -
As VR and AR (Virtual and Augmented Reality) become more prevalent, this film about a hacker learning about the true nature of his reality.
'Black Swan' (2010) - Darren Aronofsky's psychological thriller set in the world of New York City ballet is a perfect and unsetting mixture of suspense and supernatural intrigue.
'Inception' (2010) -
Christopher Nolan bends time and explores consciousness in this cerebral spectacle centered on the placement of an idea into a character's subconscious.
'Fight Club' (1999) - David Fincher's cult classic is notorious for its twist, which changes how you view the entire plot.
'Snowpiercer' (2013) -
A must-see for fans of 'Parasite,' Bong Joon-Ho's 'Snowpiercer' takes place entirely on a train traveling through Earth's second Ice Age.
'Synecdoche, New York' (2008) -
Charlie Kaufman's debut film has been lauded by many as a masterpiece, though always coupled with the acknowledgment that it's not for everyone.
'Burning' (2018) -
This South Korean psychological mystery, based on the short story 'Barn Burning' from Haruki Murakami.
'Mother' (2017) -
Darren Aronofsky's psychological thriller is a wild ride complete with a haunting performance by Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem.
'2001: A Space Odyssey' (1968) -
Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi masterpiece has always been polarizing, as it confused some while fascinated others.
'Mr. Nobody' (2009) -
Set in the future, with Jared Leto as the last mortal human on Earth, the tangled narrative of the film turns upon retrospection and alternate realities.