SUGGESTIONS FOR MORE DARK MOVIES - State's Evidence (2004) Discussion

[–] mikewal559 17 years ago

Check out just about any film made by Larry Clark - 'Kids', 'Bully', 'Ken Park'
, and 'Wassup Rockers' - all but 'Ken Park' should be easily available for rental/purchase - and ALL come highly recommended since 'State's Evidence' reminded this viewer immediately of Larry Clark. 'Ken Park'? As far as I know is unavailable here in the US - a very potent blast not suitable for American viewers I guess. Michael Cuesta is another filmmaker to look for - 'L.I.E.' (look for the uncut version) and '12 And Holding'. I hope I was of some help.

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[–] melchizedeknm 17 years ago

alright, thanks alot mike!

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[–] mikewal559 17 years ago

Hey Melchizedeknm - another film I forgot to mention - a definate must see - titled 'Lilya 4-Ever' - a real stunner that WILL leave you emotionally drained - I have seen this movie 4-5 times and still, it leaves me totally devestated and a bit puzzled - is the ending happy or sad. If you are here in the US, I'm not sure about availabilty - possibly through NetFlix. 'Lilya' comes HIGHLY recommended. Seek it out immediately!!!! CHEERS!

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[–] melchizedeknm 17 years ago

thanks mike. I watched all the Larry Clark movies you recommended, and I was very impressed with thim. Thanks again! I'll have to check out Lilya 4-Ever on Netflix

~Nate

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[–] new__bird 17 years ago

I can't believe anyone would compare this *beep* movie to Kids or Bully.
All three movies suck, but really...I don't see how they are alike at all.

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[–] melchizedeknm 17 years ago

we never said they were alike, I just wanted other dark movies to watch. Tho there are some basic similarities between the 3

~Nate

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[–] hollywoodpsychic 17 years ago

Here are some other films that tackle dark subject matter voyeuristically and somewhat realistically:

Punishment Park
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0067633/

I Stand Alone
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0157016/

Funny Games
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119167/

Cannibal Holocaust
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078935/

For a much better film (than States Evidence) that also explores suicide, check out:

The Bridge
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0799954/

A lot of strange things happen in this world. Things you don't know about in Grand Rapids.

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[–] nickdude9110 17 years ago

Well, Donnie Darko has the same tone mostly, but I would really reccommend "A Clockwork Orange", directed by Stanley Kubrick.

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[–] deviljack28 17 years ago

Mean Creek and Kidulthood are both very good ones too

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[–] VogueLovee 16 years ago

Thank you sooo much for suggesting "The bridge"

"I hate myself, and want to die."
-The legend, Kurt Cobain.

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[–] nerdpanda 15 years ago

Jimmy and Judy it is also dark and done with hand held cameras then there is Gummo that's pretty messed up.

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[–] gypsywitch84 17 years ago

Ginger Snaps, Kris Lemche is in it.

http://www.dvdaficionado.com/dvds.html?cat=1&id=gypsywitch84

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[–] AtheistRevolution 14 years ago

Mysterious Skin is disturbing.

Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by rulers as useful.

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[–] toysandjoys 14 years ago

" Family portraits: a trilogy of america" particularly the first story 'cutting moments' is very dark and disturbing/realistically gory.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0463310/

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[–] Hunter1114 11 years ago

There are a couple of very good one's you could try: "Bang, Bang, You're Dead" (2002) and "Elephant" (2003).

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