20 movies that set new standards and redefined genres

Modified Dec 10, 2024 05:24 ET

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Source - Focus Features ; Oppenheimer, Source - Universal Pictures ; Batman Begins, Source - Warner Bros. Pictures ; Deadpool, Source - 20th Century Fox

6) AMERICAN PSYCHO

American Psycho, Source - Lionsgate Films

American Psycho is credited with introducing dark comedy into crime movies. The movie is known for blending real events and delusions of the narrator in a way that the audience is left flabbergasted. It's known for popularising the concept of anti-heroes and explaining their crimes backed by a strong backstory that appeals to the audience. Movies like Joker and Nightcrawler have been inspired by it.