Movies About Obsessions: Read on for our list of the top 20 best Hollywood movies that feature obsession in its many forms.
Obsessions, which are described as “a prolonged uncomfortable fixation with unjustified notion or feeling,” may undoubtedly consume us to the point that we are unable to think of anything else. Why do we get fixated? When does an obsession turn into a fixation? Obsessive conduct might be seen as an uncontrollable, intrusive emotion within oneself. It requires careful consideration, not humiliation and movies are a great way to understand this emotion. So here are the 20 best movies about obsessions, ranked.
Movies About Obsessions
We count backward to bring to you the top 20 movies based on obsessive behavior.
List Of Movies About Obsessions
20. WillardÂ
Our list begins with a strange man who, for lack of a better term, stands out among his “friends” due to his social inadequacies and loneliness. Willard Stiles ranks 20th on our list due to his love of rodents, particularly rats. We first meet little Willard Stiles in “Willard,” a shy and reclusive boy who resides with his mother, Henrietta, in a dilapidated Victorian mansion. Willard, who has no friends, lovers, or other acquaintances, makes friends with the many rats who share his home. The rats become a literal representation of his thoughts—a turbulent mass of disorganized and undesired animals. And his obsession is subsequently justified by his loneliness.
19. The FountainÂ
The idea of immortality and the transcendence of love is fueled by a longing that is as old as civilization itself. In “The Fountain,” time itself, a dying lover, and a tenacious man are all featured. Tomás El Conquistador sets out on the heroic quest to locate the Tree of Life in America as Queen Isabella is dying.
18. Prometheus
The pair discovered a “star map” painted in a cave in 2089 while on an archaeological dig on Earth. We learn more about what actually occurred to the crew of Prometheus during their journey to LV-223 in this ambitious science fiction prequel to the “Alien” films. As for the “who/why/where” issue, we do have an answer, but why don’t you watch the film to find out yourself?
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17. The Cell
In 17th place, we have “The Cell,” a film that is severely underappreciated and neglected. The bright psychologist Dr. Catherine Deane and the serial killer Carl Rudolph Stargher are the movie’s major characters. Catherine is fixated on using cutting-edge neuro-Hypno-REM therapy to help a child who has been in a coma for a considerable amount of time. (Watch it on Amazon Prime)
16. Superstar
Mary Katherine Gallagher’s desire and ultimate goal is to be a celebrity. She has been obsessed with this since she was a young child. But she especially wants to be kissed in a certain way. Will her dream come true?
15. The Rules Of Attraction
We have “The Rules of Attraction” in fifteenth place. A movie that starts with flashbacks and uses split-screen for the duration must be engaging, right? This film’s narrative is structured like a spiderweb and is told from the perspectives of various characters. The obsessions shared by the characters (Lauren, Sean, the “Food Service Girl,” Paul, Lara, and Victor) serve as a unifying factor.
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14. May
May Dove Canady doesn’t have a happening social life. Instead, she hides and feels quite uneasy all the time. This young woman becomes dissatisfied with her personality and appearance since she is unable to maintain meaningful relationships or any friends at all. She reasoned, “If I can’t have friends or lovers, I must create myself a friend and lover, right?”Â
13. The Shining
The Shining is a timeless masterpiece and a legendary movie, deserving of its position on this list. John Daniel Torrence, most often known as “Jack,” had a history of drinking and hostility toward his wife and kid. However, after spending the winter as the Overlook Hotel’s caretaker, his life would be forever changed.
12. Muriel’s Wedding
The main character of “Muriel’s Wedding,” Muriel Heslop, provides us with yet another example of obsessive behavior. In this movie, Muriel is a character who had done everything to fit in with a gang of “Mad-Wild-It Girls” who attended her high school.
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11. Dead Again
“Dead Again,” is a thriller about love, obsessions, and reincarnation. Margaret Strauss is discovered dead in her bedroom in the year 1949. Her spouse, composer Roman Strauss, is found guilty of the theft of a pricey anklet from her body. Roman, who had been silent for a while and is now facing the death penalty, decides to talk to writer Gray Baker, whom he had long thought was his wife’s mistress.
10. The Vengeance Trilogy
Each movie in this three-movie series is about getting even. The characters are found to be planning revenge with long-term schemes plotted over the years. And their final act tells three distinct stories, which we later realize are interrelated.
9. The Hand That Rocks The Cradle
They claim that whoever rocked the baby’s cradle owns the world. We have a superb example in this movie of how obsessions can change someone to the point where they are unstoppable. Famous gynecologist and obstetrician Dr. Victor Mott’s wife is Miss Mott. The Motts are wealthy, well-known, and expecting their firstborn child. Watch the movie to know more!
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8. Being John Malkovich
Being John Malkovich is another timeless masterpiece. It tells the tale of a lone puppeteer, his sad wife who loves animals, and a mysterious portal that opens up into the mind of Oscar-nominated actor John Malkovich. Craig Schwartz found a curious, little door in his office during his first few days of work at his new position. And the story unfolds from there on.Â
7. Le Fabuleux Destin D’Amélie PoulainÂ
One of the most gorgeous movies on this list is our seventh pick. Amélie Poulain depicts a clear benign fixation with “doing the right thing.” And this one is not our standard obsessive model. Amélie is a shy, introverted, and odd woman who lives in France and appears to come to life only when a light is turned on.
6. Mommie DearestÂ
“Mommie Dearest” has it all! The movie is the story of Joan Crawford and is based on actual events, from the viewpoint of Christina, Joan’s adoptive daughter. The numerous obsessions and fixations of Miss Crawford are shown in this movie. She is a warrior against dirt, a meticulous ritualist, and a cunning manipulator. And she won’t let go until everything goes as planned.
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5. Notes On A Scandal
This is a witty, expertly-made movie about one woman’s passion. Barbara Covett is portrayed in “Notes on a Scandal” as an “old prune” teacher who is despised and feared by both her coworkers and pupils. The word “loner” may be used to describe her life.
4. Fatal Attraction
No, Dan, she won’t be disregarded! Alex the over-the-top intellectual and sexy woman won’t take “no” for an answer. And she may be the best illustration of what a fatal attraction genuinely is. Alex becomes fixated on the idea of being Dan Gallagher’s mistress after having a brief affair with him.
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3. Whatever Happened To Baby Jane?Â
The third-place movie on this list is about the 1910s vaudevillian child actress Baby Jane Hudson. Baby Jane may be one of the first illustrations of what can happen to child stars after they mature. She remained a little woman with childlike attire and voice her whole life.Â
2. The Truman Show
The story of Truman Burbank is our first runner-up. Due to his role as the protagonist of a reality television show about his life, Truman has been watched by millions of people unknowingly since his birth. Truman has consistently been in the spotlight, albeit he is unaware of this.
(Watch it on Amazon Prime)
Movies About Obsessions – First Place
1. MiseryÂ
This movie chronicles the life of Paul Sheldon, a bestselling author of romance novels known for his portrayal of Misery Chastain. Sheldon was prepared to go on. And, as is customary for authors he produced a new literary masterpiece. Watch the movie to know more!
So how did you find our list? Do let us know if we missed any special movie here!