David Fincher is a name that has grown synonymous with some insane thriller and action films and, the director’s latest release just affirms his position in the same.
The 2023 film is written by Andrew Kevin Walker and is based on the graphic novel series of the same name by Alexis Matz Nolent and illustrated by Luc Jacamon. It stars Michael Fassbender in the titular role alongside Arliss Howard, Charles Parnell, Kerry O’Malley, Sala Baker, Sophie Charlotte and Tilda Swinton.
This is not the only Fincher film where you have a grey character in the centre around whom the story revolves. Looking closely at Fincher’s filmography there are some solid films similar in nature that demand attention.
Although the film did not fare well on its release, it is presently regarded as one of the best in the genre as the style, aesthetics and story of the film has only aged fine like wine with time. The cast features Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kevin Spacey and John C. McGinley.
Another Brad Pitt movie to add to this list, out of all that appear this might be the closest to The Killer because of how ambiguous the plot is and how beautifully the climax is executed. The movie stars Edward Norton and Helena Bonham Carter in major roles alongside Brad Pitt.
It is a neo-noir and is so Fincher-like in its storytelling that we can only encourage you to watch this film and get obsessed with the mystery of the real-life titular killer which to date remains unsolved. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr.
This 2011 piece is exceptional when it comes to the acting performances showcased, the screenplay, the direction and the cinematography. It stars Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara in the leading roles.
No shade on Gillian Flynn but, Gone Girl might just be the only book to film adaptation in which the film feels better! Not because the story is contained better in a film but, because of how accurately it is told that it almost feels out of Flynn’s head onto our screens, all cooked by David Fincher.