If romantic movies no longer seem as magical as they once did, and more and more stories seem far from reality, these films can offer a completely different perspective. They address topics such as gender bias, inequality, consent, power, and women's anger, while also sparking interesting discussions.
Here are six films worth giving a chance:
Promising Young Woman (2020)
Genre: Black comedy, thriller
After the sexual assault of her best friend, Kesi drops out of medical school. At night, she pretends to be drunk in bars, waiting to see which men will try to take advantage of the situation. Then she decides to take revenge on everyone who played a role in what happened.
The film challenges the myth of the "good guy" and shows how often the system fails to protect victims of sexual violence.
Send Help (2026)
Genre: Comedy, thriller, survival
Linda is a highly skilled worker, but her new boss doesn't appreciate her work at all. When the two are stranded on an island, the situation turns upside down and Linda's knowledge becomes the key to their survival.
The film constantly plays with the audience's expectations and it's not easy to understand whether you're watching a romantic comedy, psychological thriller or survival film.
Obsession (2025)
Genre: Horror
A shy boy wants his coworker to fall in love with him and uses a mystical object to make his wish come true. She falls in love... but in an obsessive and terrifying way.
Through the story, the film raises important questions about consent and boundaries in relationships, causing the audience to reconsider who the real victim is.
Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere (2026)
Genre: Documentary
British journalist Louis Theroux delves into the world of content creators who promote misogynistic ideas and strong gender stereotypes, interviewing some of the most prominent figures in this movement.
Without the need for heated debates, he asks simple questions and lets the protagonists themselves reveal their contradictions.
Don't Worry Darling (2022)
Genre: Psychological thriller
Alisa lives in a seemingly perfect community, where men go to work every day, while women only take care of the home and family. But after some strange events, she begins to suspect that behind this beautiful reality lies something much darker.
The film addresses traditional expectations of women and how control can be masked behind a seemingly perfect life.
Ladies First (2026)
Genre: Comedy
An arrogant and misogynistic company executive wakes up after an accident in an alternate reality where women have all the power, while men hold the roles usually imposed on women.
Although the reviews have not been very positive, the film uses humor to point out double standards and how perspective changes when the roles are reversed.
