353 Movies About Complex Relationships
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CarrionMovie · 2016 · 73mA storm approaches the Mexican coast as a young couple seeks to rekindle their romance in a tropical paradise. Their idyllic vacation takes a dark turn, evolving into a dangerous love triangle with unforeseen and violent consequences.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.4 - 302
Guarded SecretsMovie · 1997 · 91mA lifeguard's life takes a dangerous turn when he encounters a mobster and his alluring wife.IMDb 4.9TMDB 2.8 - 303
Over the EdgeMovie · 2012 · 99mDavid and Freja's peaceful life in a new country home near the Cliffs of Møn is shattered by a mysterious death. When David suspects their new craftsman, Roar, is connected to the tragedy, he becomes increasingly suspicious. He also believes Roar is pursuing Freja, a claim she vehemently denies. Determined to uncover the truth and win Freja's trust, David teams up with a local widow. But as they delve deeper into the case, David's pursuit of answers drives him further apart from Freja. He must risk everything to expose a reality more shocking than he ever imagined.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.6 - 304
WeMovie · 2018 · 100m · DramaIn a Belgian-Dutch village during a hot summer, eight teenagers seek excitement through risky games. Their challenges to each other gradually lead to a loss of innocence as their sexual curiosity grows. The games become increasingly cruel and exploitative, transforming the teenagers into predatory figures.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5 - 305
PatagoniaMovie · 2010 · 119mPatagonia follows two women on separate journeys: one searching for her origins, the other seeking what lies ahead. The film weaves their stories together, depicting one woman's travels from south to north through the Welsh spring, and the other's journey from east to west through the Argentine autumn.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.3 - 306
MiłośćMovie · 2012 · 105mMaria and Tom, a couple in their thirties married for ten years, live a quiet life in a small town. They both enjoy their careers – Tom at a design company, Maria at the town hall – and are happily preparing for a baby by decorating their apartment together. Their peaceful existence is shattered when the mayor, who has harbored a long-standing desire for Maria, sexually assaults her. She chooses to keep the incident a secret, telling neither the police nor her husband. This decision profoundly challenges their marriage.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.5 - 307
Darker Shades of EliseMovie · 2017 · 92mElise's life drastically changes when she encounters a captivating stranger who desires more than just friendship. It’s a story about love, fantasy, and obsession.IMDb 3.2TMDB 4.1 - 308
All That Matters Is PastMovie · 2012 · 105mYears after they last saw each other, William and Janne reconnect, but their reunion stirs up painful memories. They must face the hidden truths of their shared history, complicated by the unsettling presence of William's intensely jealous brother – in a chilling new film from acclaimed Norwegian director Sara Johnsen.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.4 - 309
Poker RunMovie · 2009 · 97mSeeking thrills, Robert and Allan begin riding Harleys. Their lives take a dark turn when two dangerous bikers kidnap their wives. The kidnappers force the men to complete gruesome tasks in exchange for their wives' freedom. Thrust into a violent world, Robert and Allan must confront a level of brutality they never anticipated in this intense thriller.IMDb 3.7TMDB 3.2 - 310
The BeachMovie · 2000 · 119m · Drama, Adventure, RomanceA young man named Richard goes to Thailand and discovers an unusual map. People say the map shows the way to a hidden, idyllic beach. Eager and curious, he decides to follow it.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 311
CrashMovie · 1996 · 100m · Thriller, DramaA TV director seeking to reignite his marriage becomes drawn into a hidden world of people affected by car accidents. The accident survivors, bearing physical scars, participate in a sexually open subculture driven by the intense energy of collisions. As the director explores this dangerous community, he confronts his own desires and the potential impact they have on himself and others. The film presents a challenging look at human connection and societal expectations through stark visuals.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 312Vengeance brûlanteMovie · 2005 · 90mLucas, a well-known playboy, maintains relationships with several women, including his current favorite, Loren, as well as Jessica and Emma, a past love. Emma takes it upon herself to mold Loren into a more refined woman, embodying the qualities Lucas desires.IMDb 6.4TMDB 2.3
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Verführt - In den Armen eines AnderenMovie · 2016 · 88mFrom their first encounter, Nina is captivated by Daniel: he's intelligent, handsome, and enigmatic. They repeatedly cross paths, seemingly by coincidence, and Nina begins an affair with him. She indulges in passionate encounters, pushing her boundaries and jeopardizing her marriage to Sebastian. The affair takes a dramatic turn when Nina discovers that Daniel and Sebastian know each other. This revelation shatters their lives.IMDb 4.8TMDB 6.0 - 314
Open SeasonMovie · 1974 · 105mThree Vietnam veterans, deeply affected by their experiences, have become dangerously conditioned to violence, developing severe psychological issues. They kidnap individuals, inflict brutal harm, and then release them to be hunted. The father of one of their victims is now meticulously planning a brutal revenge.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.2 - 315
Torremolinos 73Movie · 2003 · 87m · Comedy, DramaIn 1973 Spain, a down-on-his-luck encyclopedia salesman and his wife seize an opportunity to star in adult films. This unexpected venture unexpectedly launches him into a career as a legitimate filmmaker, while she becomes a renowned international sex symbol.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 316
Open DesertMovie · 2013Lucie's life has been consumed by Ben, a strikingly handsome adventurer she instantly fell in love with. Their dream adventure quickly turns dangerous when they find themselves fighting for survival in the harsh desert. After their jeep becomes trapped in quicksand, they must continue on foot, battling scorching heat and dwindling water. A seemingly close road offers false hope as a massive canyon appears. Meanwhile, Lucie's fiancé David, preoccupied with his schedule, organizes a search party and enters the desert with two locals, where a deadly conflict erupts.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.2 - 317
S#x ActsMovie · 2013 · 100mGili, a teenager seeking to improve her social standing, transfers schools. Over several weeks, she begins a series of relationships with boys from her new school. These encounters become increasingly sexual as they explore boundaries. The boys readily reciprocate Gili's advances, and she enjoys the attention. As Gili navigates these situations, the audience experiences a similar unsettling feeling – a sense that something is wrong, though the exact moment and nature of the problem remain unclear.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.8 - 318
ObsessionMovie · 2015 · 100m · Romance, ThrillerSimone inherits a run-down farmhouse in France and moves there with her husband Eric and their two children. She hopes to transform the house into a bed and breakfast, but as the busy work of renovating begins, she becomes swept up in the excitement and disorder. Losing focus on her original plans, she must rediscover the dreams that led her to France.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.3 - 319
JerichowMovie · 2009 · 92m · DramaIn a small Northern German town, a broke veteran takes a delivery job from an alcoholic Turkish businessman. The job introduces him to the businessman's wife.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 320
Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey.Movie · 2014 · 87m · Thriller, DramaA home invasion profoundly alters the lives of everyone connected to the event, in ways no one – either the victims or the person who committed the crime – could have predicted.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.8 - 321
YouMovie · 2007 · 87mMichèle lives her life with her husband Paul, who is also her colleague. She is having a passionate affair with Thomas, a musician, and has been for a while. Drawn to Thomas's unconventional nature and zest for life, Michèle leaves her husband, her son, and her career to fully embrace this intense experience. This pursuit of freedom and transformation leads Michèle on a tumultuous path, yet it remains deeply personal and intimate.IMDb 4.7TMDB 3.8 - 322
Closed SeasonMovie · 2013 · 100m1942. On a secluded farm, Fritz and Emma shelter Albert, a Jewish refugee. Childless after years of marriage, Fritz asks Albert to have a relationship with Emma, hoping she will become pregnant and give him a child.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.2 - 323
RestraintMovie · 2008 · 94m · Drama, ThrillerTwo people on the run find themselves in serious trouble after taking someone hostage who endangers them.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 324
Word of MouthMovie · 1999 · 90mTorri is a highly successful sex worker, known for her beauty, sophistication, and charm, and she commands top prices from her affluent clientele. Her reputation is so widespread that a documentary filmmaker chooses to focus his film on her life and profession.IMDb 5.2TMDB 7.0 - 325
Jonny VangMovie · 2003 · 85mThis film explores the tangled lives of three friends who have known each other since they were children. Their attempts to navigate their complex relationships lead to a series of complicated desires. Jonny seeks a close friendship with Magnus, Magnus desires a marital connection with Tuva, and Tuva is drawn to a physical relationship with Jonny.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.5 - 326
The Door in the FloorMovie · 2004 · 111m · DramaThe lives of Ted and Marion Cole are shattered when their two teenage sons die in a car accident. Marion distances herself from Ted and their daughter, Ruth. Ted, a celebrated writer, hires a student named Eddie as his assistant, who bears a striking resemblance to one of the deceased sons. The marriage dissolves, and Marion begins an affair with Eddie, while Ted has a relationship with his neighbor, Evelyn.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 327
Funny Ha HaMovie · 2002 · 89m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceFeeling lost after graduating, 23-year-old Marnie struggles to find her footing. She continues her carefree partying while working a dead-end temporary job, unsure if she's pursuing the unattainable Alex, who doesn't reciprocate her feelings.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 328TurbineMovie · 2011 · 90mSeeking a fresh start, Nick, a married New Yorker who is having an affair, moves with his wife Sarah to the Midwest. There, he befriends a wealthy local farmer and uncovers a hidden truth that complicates his attempt to leave his past behind in this erotic and surreal drama.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.3
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Sleep with MeMovie · 1994 · 86m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceSix writers team up to tell a romantic comedy about Joseph and Sarah's marriage and complicated relationship. The film explores the emotions of their friend Frank as he navigates his feelings for Sarah and how her marriage affects their friendship. Each writer contributes a scene, creating a story full of humor, vulnerability, and surprises. Through Joseph and Sarah's love story, the film examines friendship, trust, and finding oneself. It’s a heartfelt and entertaining look at modern relationships.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 330
Die NachtschwesterMovie · 2000 · 29mNear the Polish border in Brandenburg, a simple toothache leads police officer Konzak to an unexpected night of extra duty: guarding a gangster in a hospital emergency ward. Disgruntled and uncomfortable in the sterile environment, Konzak finds his focus shifting when the night nurse makes her rounds. Her captivating presence instantly distracts him from his duties and the prisoner he's assigned to watch.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.5 - 331
Kaaterskill FallsMovie · 2001 · 86mRen (Hilary Howard) and Mitchell (Mitchell Riggs) embark on a romantic road trip to the Catskills for some alone time. Their relaxing getaway turns into a nightmare when they pick up a hitchhiker, Lyle (Anthony Leslie), who unexpectedly reappears at their cabin after they let him go. As tension builds, the situation escalates at Kaaterskill Falls. The film is directed by Josh Apter and Peter Olsen.IMDb 4.5TMDB 3.3 - 332
Incredibly SmallMovie · 2010 · 82mAnne, a driven law student, and Amir, an aspiring sculptor working as an escalator attendant, move into a tiny, 300-square-foot apartment and attempt to build a life together. However, the cramped space, a potentially dangerous neighbor, and unexpected guests from their past force them to question whether they are truly compatible.IMDb 8.0TMDB 10.0 - 333
We 3Movie · 2011 · 80mThree young people from different regions of Brazil start college in São Paulo and feel an immediate, powerful connection on their first day. They rent an apartment together and quickly become deeply involved, sharing intimate moments and affectionate gestures with ease. Their easy banter and playful arguments mask a growing emotional intensity. As college nears its end and they face diverging futures, their relationships shift. Simple touches and loving words now carry profound weight, and the possibility of separation alters the meaning of every interaction.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.2 - 334
One LoveMovie · 2011 · 99mIt's summer, 1970s. Lalo and Bruno are aimlessly spending their days as teenagers. Their boredom is shattered one hot afternoon when Lisa unexpectedly arrives, disrupting the town's quiet routine. Thirty years later, Lisa reappears, once again impacting the lives of these two adults.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.7 - 335
A Woman in FlamesMovie · 1983 · 106mFrustrated with her life, wealthy housewife Eva leaves her husband and enters the world of prostitution, learning from an experienced call girl named Yvonne. Together, they begin working as a team. Eva then develops an affair with Chris, who is also a call boy. Eventually, she moves into his spacious penthouse, allowing them both to operate their services independently.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.0 - 336
EmptyMovie · 2011 · 82mThis suspenseful drama follows a young couple on a road trip who find themselves caught in the middle of a global fuel crisis.IMDb 3.6TMDB 3.5 - 337
The ParanoidsMovie · 2008 · 105mLuciano works at children's birthday parties and is working on his first feature film when his friend Manuel returns from Spain. Manuel wants to revive his TV show, "The Paranoids," with his girlfriend Sofia. Manuel is the opposite of Luciano, and his attempts to help with Luciano’s career and romantic life only make things more complicated.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 338
Going PlacesMovie · 1974 · 117m · Comedy, DramaThis film follows two charismatic criminals who travel the world, stealing from the rich and causing trouble. They are skilled at violence and manipulation, yet possess an undeniable charm that allows them to evade capture.
Their lives change when they meet Marie-Ange, a hairdresser feeling unfulfilled. She becomes involved with the criminals, acting as a lover, caretaker, and friend. However, Marie-Ange has her own secret desire: to find a unique kind of pleasure.
The film explores the complex relationships between these characters as they navigate love, violence, and their pursuit of gratification. They are forced to confront the consequences of their actions and question their own values.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7 - 339
Playing with FireMovie · 2008 · 86mDaphne, a wealthy and alluring woman, enjoys manipulating men by seducing them only to discard them. Her carefully constructed world is challenged when she becomes interested in Nick, a handsome medical student who resists her advances. Daphne and her friends then target Nick's girlfriend, Heather. When a disastrous accident befalls Heather, Daphne's controlled life unravels, forcing her to confront the dangerous consequences of her actions and uncover who is truly pulling the strings.IMDb 3.5TMDB 3.5 - 340
The Acid HouseMovie · 1998 · 107m · Comedy, DramaThis adaptation of Irvine Welsh's "Trainspotting" presents a darkly funny and gritty look at a generation grappling with addiction. The film explores the darker side of human nature with a distinctive style, revealing the hidden realities of society. It blends humor and serious moments to tell a compelling story that questions societal expectations and challenges how we see the world. This powerful film offers a raw and unflinching portrayal of the complexities and contradictions within us all.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 341
Satellite of LoveMovie · 2013 · 79mCatherine and Blake have just gotten married. Samuel and Catherine share a deep history, important because Samuel and Blake are best friends. When Samuel unexpectedly can't attend the wedding, a claim no one accepts, he invites the newlyweds to Nadi Vineyards for a week-long celebration in paradise. The week involves lots of wine and a growing number of bottles. What happens during this time will change the dynamics between Samuel, Catherine, and Blake, and challenge the complexities of their intertwined affections.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.2 - 342
2 + 2Movie · 2012 · 103mAs their double dates lose their spark, Richard and Bettina confide in their friends Diego and Emilia. They reveal a secret: they are swingers and would like to include their friends in their lifestyle.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 343
Life LikeMovie · 2019 · 95m · Thriller, Science FictionA beautiful, optimistic young couple buys a remarkably realistic robot to ease their burdens. However, as they develop a close bond with their new companion, their understanding of what it means to be human is profoundly changed.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.2 - 344
Delta of VenusMovie · 1995 · 99mIn 1940 Paris, as war looms, a struggling American writer and a fellow American living abroad embark on a complicated relationship amidst the city's turmoil.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.3 - 345
Coup de TorchonMovie · 1981 · 128m · Comedy, Crime, DramaThis is a character-driven story about a police chief whose reputation has been damaged by the people he protects. Feeling his life falling apart, he sets out on a dangerous path to try and earn respect.
The film examines human nature, societal pressures, and the impact of choices. Driven by desperation, the chief faces difficult decisions, blurring the line between right and wrong as he confronts the harsh realities of his life. It explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and sacrifice within the context of a small-town police department.
Through its honest portrayal of emotion and questions about morality, this film offers a powerful and engaging experience. It follows a man struggling with hope and despair as he fights to regain control of his life.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 346
IndiscretionMovie · 2013 · 93mThis suspenseful thriller examines the complicated relationship between a young couple and their enigmatic Italian guest. The story unfolds at a secluded New England home, revealing the underlying tensions and mistrust within the couple as their visitor arrives. His seemingly harmless demeanor and probing questions gradually ignite suspicion, accusations, and repressed desires, ultimately leading to violence.IMDb 6.4 - 347
Nude StrikeMovie · 1983 · 90mFollowing an injury that leaves him in a wheelchair, Gianni Dei finds himself preoccupied with pornography and vivid daydreams.IMDb 4.0TMDB 7.0 - 348
BackwatersMovie · 2006 · 86mA woman with paralysis disappears after she and her husband go to India for advanced medical treatment.IMDb 3.8TMDB 2.9 - 349
The Girl from MonacoMovie · 2008 · 95m · Comedy, DramaA highly intelligent but anxious lawyer travels to Monaco to defend a notorious criminal. However, he becomes distracted by a captivating woman who throws his life into turmoil. His dedicated bodyguard may be the only one who can restore balance. Or will the bodyguard's own desires complicate matters?IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.1 - 350
I'd Receive the Worst News from Your Beautiful LipsMovie · 2011 · 104mDeep in the Amazon rainforest, a photographer on a journey begins a passionate relationship with a preacher's wife. However, hidden truths from her history put their affair in jeopardy.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.8 - 351
Cool and the CrazyMovie · 1994 · 85mRoslyn and Michael, high school sweethearts in their twenties, are married with children but trapped in a loveless relationship. They both begin having affairs, unknowingly setting in motion a chain of violent events.IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.2 - 352
The Principles of LustMovie · 2003 · 108mStruggling with writer's block, Paul begins a passionate relationship with the daring Billy and the alluring Juliette. As his life becomes increasingly complicated, Paul is forced to choose between the two men.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.4 - 353
The Naked EyeMovie · 1998 · 104mBegoña, a woman in her thirties who rejected her privileged upbringing and has embraced a promiscuous lifestyle, begins keeping a video diary of her sexual encounters at the urging of her psychoanalyst, using a small video recorder called "The Owl." Reluctantly, she joins her dysfunctional family for Christmas Eve dinner: a strict mother, a married brother, and a younger sister. Begoña, the family outcast, quickly finds herself at odds with her relatives and leaves in a heated argument, finding only her sister offering understanding. Later that night, while in a bar, Begoña connects with Daniel, a handsome young man. Her confidence attracts his attention, but an argument erupts when her ex-boyfriend, Elio, a daring biker, appears.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.8