Are you looking for a movie night with a twist? Look no further than these Reddit-voted top ten films where women take on the destructive bad guy role. From ruthless criminals to cunning manipulators, these female characters will keep you on the edge of your seat as they wreak havoc and leave a trail of destruction in their wake.
1. The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is a psychological thriller directed by Curtis Hanson and starring Annabella Sciorra and Rebecca De Mornay. It describes the story of a woman who, after experiencing a devastating loss, sets out on a mission of revenge against the woman and family she holds responsible.
A captivating plot that keeps you guessing and heart-pounding suspense, and it will keep you on the edge of your seat. This film is a must-watch for fans of the genre.
2. Misery (1990)
Misery is a psychological thriller directed by Rob Reiner, starring James Caan and Kathy Bates. The movie follows a bestselling author, Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash in a deadly blizzard by his number one fan, Annie Wilkes. But, as he recuperates in her secluded home, he soon realizes that the care he receives is just the start of a terrifying nightmare.
3. Fatal Attraction (1987)
Fatal Attraction is a psychological thriller directed by Adrian Lyne and starring Michael Douglas, Glenn Close, and Anne Archer. The movie follows a man who has a one-night stand with a woman who later becomes obsessed with him, threatening his family and marriage.
As the woman becomes increasingly unhinged, the man is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the price of infidelity.
4. Gone Girl (2014)
Gone Girl is another psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. The movie follows a man whose wife goes missing, and he becomes the prime suspect in her disappearance. As the media and public turn against him, he desperately tries to clear his name and uncover the truth about what happened to his wife.
5. I Care A Lot (2020)
I Care A Lot is a crime-thriller film directed by J Blakeson, starring Rosamund Pike, Peter Dinklage, and Eiza Gonzalez. The story centers around a fraudulent legal guardian, Marla Grayson, who takes advantage of her elderly wards by draining their savings.
6. Single White Female (1992)
Single White Female is a psychological thriller directed by Barbet Schroeder. The movie stars Bridget Fonda as a woman looking for a new roommate. She finds a seemingly perfect match in a woman played by Jennifer Jason Leigh. Still, she soon realizes that her new roommate has a dark and dangerous obsession with her, leading to a deadly game of cat and mouse.
7. Swimfan (2002)
Swimfan is a psychological thriller directed by John Polson and starring Jesse Bradford and Erika Christensen. The movie follows a high school senior with a promising swimming career who has a one-night stand with a mysterious girl. However, as the girl becomes more obsessed with him, he realizes his actions have dangerous consequences.
8. Basic Instinct (1992)
Basic Instinct is a psychological thriller directed by Paul Verhoeven. It stars Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone. The movie follows a detective who becomes obsessed with a novelist who is a suspect in a brutal murder case.
As he dives deeper into the case, he finds himself playing a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the novelist, who may be more complicated than he initially suspected.
9. Set It Off (1996)
Set It Off is a crime drama directed by F. Gary Gray, starring Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah, and Vivica A. Fox and Kimberly Elise. The movie follows the lives of four struggling women from the inner city who are driven to desperate measures when they turn to bank robbery to improve their lives.
10. Hard Candy (2005)
Hard Candy is a gripping thriller directed by David Slade and starring Patrick Wilson and Ellen Page. The movie follows the story of a 14-year-old girl, Hayley, who poses as an older woman and meets a fashion photographer, Jeff, online.Â
The film takes a dramatic turn as Hayley's plan turns into a battle of wits, where both characters are pushed to their limits, and Jeff is forced to confront his actions. Hayley must face the reality of her actions.
We hope you enjoyed this Reddit suggestions list of films where women play the bad guys. This article was inspired by the internet and did not necessarily reflect the views of Finance Quick Fix.
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