2 Movies Like Blink Twice (2024)

Mind Game is a mind-bending and exhilarating animated film that takes the viewer on a journey through the depths of the human psyche. The story follows a young man who, after a near-death experience, finds himself on a self-discovery journey through surreal and constantly shifting worlds. The film's unconventional and experimental animation style, combined with its complex and philosophical themes, create a truly immersive and unforgettable experience. Admittedly, the story's progression and wild tangents may not be worth it for some viewers. But Yuasa’s signature film (now a cult classic) is a bold and visionary work of art that pushes the boundaries of animation and storytelling.

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Actor: Jôji Shimaki, Koji Imada, Rintaro Nishi, Sayaka Maeda, Seiko Takuma, Takashi Fujii, Tomomitsu Yamaguchi, Toshio Sakata

Director: Masaaki Yuasa

In The Killer, Director John Woo resurrects his famous 1989 film of the same name but swaps neon-lit Hong Kong for sumptuous Paris, and steel-faced Ah-jong (Chow Yun-fat) for banter-prone Zee (Nathalie Emmanuel). The result is less than stellar, but enjoyable nonetheless. The script feels contrived in some instances (“Never send a man to do a woman’s job!”) but electric in others. The latter is noticeable during Zee’s flirtatious scenes with Detective Say (Omar Sy), the most charismatic character in the film. Together, both exude a Mr. and Mrs. Smith sort of charm, where they’re both palpably in love with each other despite being clear enemies. “Will they or won’t they end up/kill each other?” is a strong (and sexy!) driver of plot; too bad it’s not the main focus of the film, weighed down as it is by its uneven flourishes.

Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller

Actor: Angeles Woo, Aurélia Agel, Daren Nop, Diana Silvers, Éric Cantona, Fabrice Scott, Grégory Montel, Hugo Diego Garcia, Justin Howell, Michaël Erpelding, Monia Moula, Nathalie Emmanuel, Omar Sy, Saïd Taghmaoui, Sam Worthington, Staiv Gentis, Tchéky Karyo, Trevor Morgan, Vincent Winterhalter

Director: John Woo

Rating: R