24 French Extreme Cinema Films
24 titles
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InsideMovie · 2007 · 83m · HorrorStill deeply affected by a traumatic event, Sarah, who is pregnant, is emotionally vulnerable and struggling with grief. She finds a distraction in her work, but her fragile peace is shattered when a mysterious visitor appears at her door late one night. This darkly dressed stranger is determined to take something valuable from Sarah, and won't hesitate to achieve their goal.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 2
Secret ThingsMovie · 2002 · 115m · DramaIn Paris, two young women navigate hardship: Nathalie, a street-smart stripper, and Sandrine, a naive barmaid. They learn that sexuality can offer both a means of survival and a source of pleasure.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 3
MartyrsMovie · 2008 · 99m · Horror, Drama, ThrillerAfter being kidnapped and tortured as a child, a young woman seeks revenge on her abusers. She and her close friend, who also survived abuse, embark on a harrowing journey into a world of extreme cruelty.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.3 - 4
Porn TheatreMovie · 2002 · 84mThe film unfolds in a rundown Parisian porn theater, a place where men – soldiers, cross-dressers, married men – find anonymous encounters. Behind the ticket booth, a perceptive Italian woman quietly oversees it all, offering no judgment. A conversation with a regular customer sparks an unexpected friendship, as these two experienced individuals connect over shared life experiences.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 5
Pola XMovie · 1999 · 134m · Drama, RomanceA successful writer leaves his comfortable life to find himself, joining a woman who insists she's his sister. She's accompanied by two unusual friends, and together they embark on a journey that challenges their relationships and reveals surprising connections. As they travel through different places and experience emotional challenges, the writer questions what's real and confronts the expectations that have defined him. The story explores themes of family, finding oneself, and searching for purpose during an unexpected adventure.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 6
Ma mèreMovie · 2004 · 110m · DramaFollowing his father's passing, a young man is exposed to a life of pleasure-seeking and immorality by his mother, who lacks a moral compass.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.4 - 7
SombreMovie · 1998 · 112m · Drama, HorrorThis psychological thriller tells the disturbing story of a friendship that turns terrifying. A young woman stranded on a lonely road is helped by a charming stranger who offers her a ride. He hides a dark secret: he's a serial killer who befriends his victims. As the woman grows suspicious, she must fight to uncover his intentions and survive. The film examines trust, manipulation, and survival as the journey becomes increasingly harrowing, keeping audiences captivated until the very end.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 8
ThemMovie · 2006 · 77m · Horror, ThrillerLucas and Clementine enjoy a quiet life in their secluded country home. One night, unsettling noises awaken them, revealing they are not alone. A group of hooded attackers then terrorize them throughout the night.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 9
Trouble Every DayMovie · 2001 · 101m · Drama, Horror, RomanceShane and June, recently married, travel to Paris for their honeymoon. While searching for a treatment for his unusual, violent illness, Shane discovers the story of a doctor and his wife who consumes human flesh.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 10
IrreversibleMovie · 2002 · 93m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeAfter a woman is brutally raped, her lover and her ex-boyfriend decide to take matters into their own hands. Driven by the belief that some wrongs can't be forgiven, fueled by primal rage, and frustrated by the failures of the justice system, they seek vengeance.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 11
Enter the VoidMovie · 2010 · 161m · Fantasy, DramaA young American drug dealer and addict named Oscar lives in Tokyo with his prostitute sister, Linda. The film follows Oscar's spirit as it journeys through life after death. He relives memories of his parents before they died, witnesses his own autopsy in the present, and observes his sister from beyond the grave in the future. This is all experienced from Oscar’s perspective.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 12
I Stand AloneMovie · 1999 · 89m · Drama, ThrillerThis is the story of two siblings who share one body, one with a cat's head and the other with a dog's. Their unusual connection creates both challenges and humor as they navigate everyday life. The cat sibling is quick-witted and controlling, always trying to keep things orderly and avoid discomfort. The dog sibling is full of joy and loves simple things, but struggles when things don't go his way. It’s a heartwarming story about love, understanding, and strength, as they learn to accept their differences and support each other.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 13
CarneMovie · 1991 · 38m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeFollowing a terrible event and a sudden outburst of violence, a butcher descends into a destructive path, destroying his own sense of self-respect in the process.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 14
CalvaireMovie · 2005 · 88m · HorrorDays before Christmas, traveling entertainer Marc Stevens' van breaks down in a remote, swampy wood in the Hautes Fagnes region of Liège as night falls. A peculiar man searching for a lost dog then guides Marc to a deserted inn.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 15
DemonloverMovie · 2002 · 121m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerA French company and an American web media company compete for the rights to a 3-D manga pornography studio. This competition escalates into a conflict involving power struggles, violence, and espionage.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 16
The PornographerMovie · 2001 · 108m · DramaTwenty years after leaving the adult film industry, a former director known for incorporating 1960s counter-culture ideas returns to filmmaking. He finds himself in conflict with his producer, who wants a more explicit approach. The director begins to rebuild his relationship with his estranged son, who is now involved in political activism, while the director seeks personal redemption.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.9 - 17
In My SkinMovie · 2002 · 93m · Drama, HorrorFollowing a severe leg injury, a young woman forms a disturbing connection with her body. She finds pain pleasurable, views self-harm as affection, and feels her physical desires take on a life of their own.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 18
SatanMovie · 2006 · 94m · Comedy, Horror, ThrillerAfter leaving a disco, a group of young people encounter a shepherd who intends to spend the night worshipping Satan.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 19
FlandersMovie · 2006 · 91m · War, Drama, RomanceAndré Demester harbors a secret, painful love for his childhood friend, Barbe, content with whatever affection she offers. He enlists as a soldier and departs for war in a distant land. The experience transforms him through brutality, friendship, and fear into a hardened warrior. Back home, Barbe waits alone, growing weaker with each passing season, hoping for his return. Will Demester's deep love for her be enough to save him?IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 20
High TensionMovie · 2003 · 91m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryMarie and Alexia, best friends, plan a relaxing weekend at Alexia's family farmhouse, tucked away in the countryside. However, their peaceful escape quickly descends into terror the moment they arrive. What begins as an idyllic getaway transforms into a horrifying ordeal that stretches into an unending night.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 21
Frontier(s)Movie · 2007 · 108m · Drama, Horror, ActionFollowing a turbulent political election in Paris, a group of young thieves are forced to escape the city. They seek refuge at an inn, unknowingly run by individuals with neo-Nazi affiliations.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 22
A New LifeMovie · 2002 · 102m · DramaIn a decaying Eastern European setting, a young American becomes consumed by love for a captivating and enigmatic courtesan named Melania.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 23
LividMovie · 2011 · 92m · HorrorThree friends – Lucie, Ben, and William – explore the house of an elderly woman in search of a hidden treasure. Their quest unleashes a series of supernatural occurrences that profoundly alter their lives.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 24
Baise-moiMovie · 2000 · 77m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerNadine and Manu are two highly organized women with a penchant for perfection. They share a lifestyle that includes intense sexual experiences, drug use, alcohol, and firearms. When faced with difficulties, they resort to using guns and are fiercely protective of their own interests.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8
