30 Films Directed by Brian De Palma

This film is a recording of a stage performance of Euripides' ancient Greek play, *The Bacchae*. The production is by The Performance Group, an experimental theater company from New York City, who have created their own interpretation of the classic…

Set in 1960s New York City, this film follows three friends as they experience the turbulent times of the era. They confront the Vietnam War draft, the aftermath of Kennedy's assassination, and evolving social norms. Their open conversations explore subjects…

A manned mission to Mars experiences a devastating and unexplained disaster after reporting an unknown structure. A rescue mission is then dispatched to investigate the tragedy and retrieve any surviving crew members.

A Copenhagen police officer seeks revenge for his partner's murder at the hands of an ISIS member. He becomes entangled in a dangerous game with a deceptive CIA agent who is manipulating the killer to ensnare other ISIS operatives.

This suspenseful thriller centers on Liz Blake, a prostitute who witnesses a woman violently murder a seemingly ordinary woman. Suddenly caught in a terrifying situation, Liz finds herself the main suspect in the police investigation. The real killer is determined…

Charlie is overwhelmed by pre-wedding anxiety and desperately tries to stop his wedding from happening. As the wedding day nears, his growing anxiety leads him to secretly arrange a reunion between the bride, Josephine, and her past love, hoping to…

During the Vietnam War, the film follows a soldier who increasingly feels alienated from his unit. When his fellow soldiers wrongly kidnap a local woman out of fear, he struggles with his loyalty to the squad and his own moral…

Journalist Grace Collier witnesses her glamorous neighbor, model Danielle Breton, commit a brutal murder. When Grace reports the crime to the police, she's met with disbelief. Determined to find answers, Grace partners with private investigator Joseph Larch. Together, they delve…

Karen, a hopeful young woman, tries to help her boyfriend Christopher raise money for his divorce. At the same time, Otto, a cheerful but unstable prankster, stalks the building where Christopher is filming a low-budget adult film, hoping to make…

A power struggle ignites between a ruthless advertising executive and her gifted assistant. The conflict intensifies, moving from professional sabotage to public disgrace, ultimately culminating in a deadly act.

Harry Valentini and Moe Dickstein are two small-time mobsters who are hired to run errands for their bosses. After they accidentally lose a large amount of money – $250,000 – they become caught in a dangerous conflict within their own…

"Carrie" follows Carrie White, a shy and emotionally sensitive teenager. Bullied at school and abused by her deeply religious mother, she struggles to cope. When strange events start happening around her, Carrie begins to wonder if she possesses supernatural powers.…

In New Orleans, a wealthy businessman's life changes when he meets a young woman who looks strikingly like his late wife. This surprising encounter sparks obsession and complicated feelings as he confronts his past and present. The film explores grief,…

Ethan Hunt and his team face a perilous mission with unforeseen results. When their operation goes wrong, Hunt discovers a mole within the CIA has framed him as the culprit. Hunt must now navigate a treacherous landscape of lies to…

This drama tells the story of a man who, after a prison sentence for drug involvement and violence, is determined to change his life upon release. Originally from Puerto Rico but living in New York City, he faces many challenges…

In the music industry's hidden world, singer-songwriter Winslow Leach fights to gain recognition amidst deceit and corruption. Producer Swan, notorious for his ruthless methods, deceives Winslow by stealing his original songs and the talent of Phoenix, a promising vocalist he…

Laure Ash pulled off a $10 million diamond heist, assuming a new identity and marrying a diplomat to start over. But when a paparazzi photo surfaces in Paris, Laure's carefully constructed life unravels. People from her past, connected to the…

CIA agent Peter Sandza's life turns upside down when his son, Robin, is kidnapped by Ben Childress. Childress plans to exploit Robin’s psychic abilities to create weapons. As Peter races to find his son and confronts this terrifying reality, he…

This film follows a shy person who finds a path to self-expression through a captivating spiritual leader. The leader encourages the follower to see their life as a story they control, where they are both the author and the main…

A young businessman seeks out a magic expert hoping to gain the toughness and skill needed to navigate his cutthroat, self-serving colleagues. He unexpectedly discovers a talent for tap dancing, but the question remains: can he truly escape the clutches…

It's 1940s Los Angeles. Two former boxers now working as police officers face a world of corruption, self-centeredness, scandalous movies, and dysfunctional families while hunting for the person who murdered a promising young actress.

This fictional documentary examines the impact of the Iraq War on both American soldiers and Iraqi civilians. It presents perspectives through interviews with members of a specific U.S. Military unit, members of the press, and people living in Iraq.

After returning from Vietnam, Jon Rubin takes a cheap apartment in Greenwich Village and starts filming the residents of the building across the street, adopting a voyeuristic filmmaking style. His dedication to his films draws him into a radical Black…

The film depicts the dangerous world of drugs, crime, and power in Miami during the peak of the cocaine trade. Tony Montana makes a deal for a green card by assassinating a Cuban government official, launching his ruthless climb into…

In a city riddled with crime, homicide detective Rick Santoro, haunted by his past, becomes involved in a dangerous investigation after witnessing a murder at a boxing match. He teams up with his close friend Kevin Dunne, a sharp Naval…

Carter Nix appears to be a caring child psychologist and dedicated husband, but he carries a painful past that risks destroying his life. The return of his troubled brother Cain and increasing influence from his father push Carter's mental state…

A wealthy Wall Street financier's life unravels after he's involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a young African American man and his mistress. As the media focuses on the incident, an investigative journalist with his own problems begins to…

Jake Scully's life takes an unexpected turn when he accepts a house-sitting job in Hollywood Hills. While using a telescope at the property, he sees a mysterious woman dancing in a nearby window, and becomes drawn to her world. His…

"The Untouchables" is a compelling crime drama about Elliot Ness, a determined federal agent determined to bring down Al Capone, the notorious head of Chicago's criminal underworld. Battling widespread corruption and political obstacles, Ness forms a team of honest officers…

Sound engineer Jack Terry stumbles into a dangerous conspiracy while working on a horror film. He accidentally records a car accident involving the governor, who is seeking the presidency, and becomes caught in a complicated network of secrets. While searching…