The Departed
Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson
An undercover cop and a mole in the police attempt to identify each other while infiltrating an Irish gang in South Boston.
Why you'll love it
A crime thriller filled with twists and turns, reflecting the intense psychological drama found in Basic Instinct.
The Prestige
Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson
Rival 19th-century magicians engage in a bitter battle for trade secrets.
Why you'll love it
A tale of rivalry and deception that keeps viewers guessing, echoing the suspenseful elements of Basic Instinct.
Zodiac
Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo
Between 1968 and 1983, a San Francisco cartoonist becomes an amateur detective obsessed with tracking down the Zodiac Killer, an unidentified individual who terrorizes Northern California with a killing spree.
Why you'll love it
A gripping thriller that delves into obsession and the pursuit of truth, much like the psychological tension in Basic Instinct.
Gone Baby Gone
Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris, Casey Affleck
Two Boston area detectives investigate a little girl's kidnapping, which ultimately turns into a crisis both professionally and personally.
Why you'll love it
A crime drama that explores moral ambiguity and complex characters, reminiscent of the intricate plot of Basic Instinct.
A History of Violence
Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris
A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core.
Why you'll love it
A film that examines the duality of human nature and the consequences of violence, paralleling the themes of Basic Instinct.