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Film “Perfumer: The Story of a Murdererwas based on a book by Patrick Suskind, which was first published in Switzerland in 1985. The author for a long time did not agree to the film adaptation of his novel, but eventually agreed. Someone believes that the Perfumer really existed in the XNUMXth century, but the entire novel by the German writer is nothing more than fiction.
However, there is some part of reality in the film … But everyone interprets what they see in their own way. For example, if we talk about perfumes, then it is very possible to control people with the help of smells … It is not for nothing that experts in their field lure customers with smells: McDonald’s uses flavors that cause appetite, and perfume departments smell so pleasant that you will definitely want to go in and buy yourself a new perfume …
According to viewers, the films presented in the list are similar to Perfumer: The Story of a Murderer. Choose a new story for yourself and immerse yourself in an interesting world.
10 Vice (2001)
There’s a serial killer in Texas who calls himself “The Hand of God.” FBI agent Wesley Doyle takes on the case. One night, a young man comes to him, assuring him that he is well acquainted with the killer. Fenton Meeks says that the killer is his younger brother, whose name is Adam.
But all crimes have a backstory… Fenton and Adam lost their mother when they were still children, and their father told them that he saw an angel who ordered to kill demons in human form. Edam was pleased with his father’s statement, and he decided to carry out the “divine” mission with him. Fenton tried to dissuade his brother from this venture, but he realized that innocence and evil are not what they seem …
How the story will develop, see the film “Vice».
9. Sweeney Todd, Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)
A wonderful film in a gothic, mysterious atmosphere. Events in the movieSweeney Todd, demon hair stylist with Fleet Streetare set in Old London.
A ship from the Indian Ocean arrives at the port, from which two completely different people emerge: a young sailor, full of joy, and a silent stranger with a gray strand in his hair. They communicate, and then disperse – each goes towards his destiny in a major city in Europe.
Benjamin Barker was sentenced to life imprisonment because he prevented an influential official from winning the heart of his wife, Beatrice. Benjamin returned to the city after 15 years, but his wife and child disappeared … The only thing he wants is revenge. He settles in the same house in which he once lived and opens a hairdresser …
Will Benjamin get revenge and find out where his wife and child are?
8. American psychopath (2000)
Film “American Psychowas based on the Bret Easton Ellis novel American Psycho.
Outwardly successful man Patrick Bateman is no different from other Americans, and you can hardly notice him in the crowd. But in fact, a man leads a double life – during the day he is a law-abiding citizen, and at night he is a savage who knows nothing about mercy …
For the sake of entertainment, Patrick kills people, and draws strength for this from his hatred, which knows no bounds. But the next morning, he is back to being a smiling American law-abiding citizen.
Will anyone be able to stop the beast in human form?
7. Raven (2011)
Movie tagline “Raven‘”A serial killer can only be stopped by the one who inspired him to commit a crime.».
The atmosphere in which Edgar Allan Poe lived is drawn thoroughly. It turns out that the American writer was practically unknown during his lifetime. And his last days are striking to the depths of consciousness …
What happens in the movie “The Crow” is based on real events. The circumstances of the American poet’s death are unknown.
In his last days, the poet Edgar Allan Poe pursues a serial killer who exactly copies the methods of murder described in his works.
6. Maniac (2012)
Murders took place in Los Angeles a few years ago – a maniac hunted women and killed them in a monstrous way, but for several years the psychopath calmed down.
After some time, the serial killer took up the old. Police find decapitated victims.
No one could have imagined that the murders were committed by Frank, the owner of the mannequin store. But his life changes when he meets Anna. The girl asks him for help – she needs a room for the exhibition, Frank just has the opportunity to help her. The more he communicates with Anna, realizing how good she is, the more difficult it becomes for Frank to make a choice …
Who will the serial maniac choose – Anna or his passion for murder? Watch in the movieManiac».
5. Vidocq (2001)
«Vidocq“- a fantastic film with a special atmosphere, every moment of viewing fills the human soul with some kind of childish delight. It seems that you are on the other side of the screen and watch everything in reality. Every detail in the film is worked out to the smallest detail. “Vidok” can be called the film that exceeds all expectations.
A serial killer is operating in Paris, who can only be calculated by Vidocq, a brilliant detective (Vidocq is a real person endowed with diabolical intuition. He lived in the XNUMXth century. At first Vidocq was a French criminal, and then became the “father” of criminal cases).
Vidocq is on the trail of a mysterious Alchemist of unknown gender, who hides his face behind a mirrored mask.
4. Cannibal (2013)
«Cannibal“- a hypnotizing picture that sets a certain tone when viewed: tension and expectation of an “explosion” in the character of Carlos – the main character. There is no musical accompaniment, which just suits the silent Carlos.
Carlos works as a tailor in Granada, people treat him with respect. But they do not know his true nature – in fact, he is a ruthless maniac and cannibal.
A man lures and kills women without feeling the slightest remorse. But everything changes when he meets Nina…
Maybe now Carlos will forget about his passion for murder?
3. Collector (1965)
«Collectoris an adaptation of a 1963 novel by John Fowles.
Freddie Clegg has one curious hobby – he collects butterflies, and knows literally everything about them. But he also collects women, although he knows almost nothing about them …
One day, he kidnaps Miranda Gray, a pretty student, and hides her in a place where no one can find her. Freddie does nothing wrong with her, but he is sure that if Miranda stays with him for a long time, then one day she will definitely fall in love with him …
Is Freddie Clegg right in his opinion or is he wrong?
2. Pero Marquis de Sade (2000)
«Pen of the Marquis de Sade“- a historical drama based on the play by Doug Wright about the last years of the life of the Marquis de Sade, who was forced to be in the Charenton psychiatric clinic.
Interesting fact: The Marquis de Sade preached absolute freedom, which was not limited by morality or religion. He believed that satisfying the desire of the individual is the most valuable thing.
There is a lot of fiction in the film, but the picture turned out wonderful. The cast is excellent, the actors were able to play at the highest level!
18 century. A Catholic priest is involved in the depraved world of the Marquis, they both fight for the love of a beautiful girl, but the methods are different …
With whom will the beautiful Madeleine stay?
1. Hannibal Rising (2007)
When Lecter was 6 years old, during the Second World War, his family was killed before his eyes, and his sister Misha was eaten by marauders. These events engendered hatred in the boy, and he promised himself that he would kill those who did it.
As Lecter grew up, he was trained as a psychiatrist. A life full of privileges awaited him ahead, but he did not forget what was done to his family, and over time, the thirst for revenge only grew in him …
Will you be able to Hannibal to make retribution and punish all the perpetrators?