Black Swan
Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel
Nina is a talented but unstable ballerina on the verge of stardom. Pushed to the breaking point by her artistic director and a seductive rival, Nina's grip on reality slips, plunging her into a waking nightmare.
Why you'll love it
A ballerina's obsession with perfection leads to a psychological breakdown, blurring the lines between reality and madness.
The Social Network
Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake
As Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg creates the social networking site that would become known as Facebook, he is sued by the twins who claimed he stole their idea and by the co-founder who was later squeezed out of the business.
Why you'll love it
The story of Facebook's creation reveals the obsession with success and the personal costs that come with it.
Misery
James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth
After a famous author is rescued from a car crash by a fan of his novels, he comes to realize that the care he is receiving is only the beginning of a nightmare of captivity and abuse.
Why you'll love it
An author is held captive by an obsessed fan, highlighting the extremes of fandom and obsession.
The Talented Mr. Ripley
Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law
In late 1950s New York, a young underachiever named Tom Ripley is sent to Italy to retrieve Dickie Greenleaf, a rich and spoiled millionaire playboy. But when the errand fails, Ripley takes extreme measures.
Why you'll love it
A young man becomes obsessed with another's lifestyle, leading to deceit and murder in his quest for identity.
Fatal Attraction
Michael Douglas, Glenn Close, Anne Archer
A married man's one-night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family.
Why you'll love it
A married man's obsession with a woman leads to dangerous consequences, showcasing the darker side of infatuation.