CULTURE

There are many different viewpoints on what makes a film disturbing. For the purpose of this article, 'disturbing' can be interpreted to mean simply upsetting or disquieting. It does not necessarily mean that these films are graphically violent or overtly sexual (although many of them are very much so). For instance, Aftermath did not make this list. It is a thirty-odd minute short film depicting the rape and mutilation of a corpse. While certainly a visually upsetting piece, I feel that it lacks the depth to really linger with the viewer.The following movies do have that extra depth to really get under the viewer's skin. You need to watch the films on this list. You may hate them, but even if you do, you should still see them. Why? Because they are guaranteed to produce a visceral reaction, and any art that is capable of provoking thought and eliciting strong emotions is a significant accomplishment.

Men and women tend to have different tastes in movies. Although it’s easy to explain these preferences with gender roles in our modern culture and blame it on stereotypes, there’s one thing for sure: Some movies have more impact on women, as they tell “their” stories. In the list below, you’ll find stories of women in love, women in art, women struggling with motherhood, women in power, women who are “bad” or “unlikable, ” women who try to survive in a male-dominated society, and more…We’ve also made a list of movies men love, that you should definitely check out!Storylines are from IMDb, and the ranking is done according to IMDb ratings.

We made a list of movies that women love earlier, and now it’s time for a list for men!If you expect a list full of  testosterone-fueled flicks, then we’ll disappoint you. Because you’ll find a lot more about manhood in these movies: the stories of fatherhood, men in love, men in military, brotherhood and more!Storylines are from IMDb, and the ranking is done according to IMDb ratings.Check out the list of movies that women love.

Sometimes, when we are reading a book, we come across such a character that we start imagining that character differently than any other one. You try to picture every detail and put everything in its place. That character is yours now, because it is a product of your imagination; you might even daydream about this character. Have you ever had a crush on a fictional character?

Even though ‘The Little Prince’ is actually a child book, it’s like it’s written for adults. We have so much to learn from this book where fiction combine with colors. I’m inviting you to gain some ‘awareness’ with these 15 more than perfect quotes. Dear adults, welcome..  Dear author, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, thank you for your amazing imagination.

There are many movies about love, passion, war, comedy etc. But the ones about being behind bars are more bitter. They captivate you with their stories and you feel like you've become one of their cell mates. We picked these amazing 20 movies for everyone to watch and added a few more respected nominees at the end. The list is not in any particular order so let us know which one is your favorite.Enjoy the list.Storylines were taken from IMDb.

These movies will not only provide you with enjoyable hours but also transform your viewpoint with their creative scenarios! WIN-WIN!***The movies are sorted by their IMDb score.

The books in this list are mostly dystopian stories about oppression, violence, cruelty, coups, civil wars and the downtrodden classes; and some are novels that are based on true stories.When you read them, they will show you the tragic side of being a human and the human life itself; will help you understand the pains of humanity and 'the others'; and will potentially make you more 'aware', 'understanding' and 'compassionate. Enjoy reading!Note 1: Just like every book list, this one is also incomplete and flawed, sorry in advance!Note 2: The order has nothing to do with the quality of the books.

Some of them preferred not to have faith because of the crooked world order, some chose to deny religion as a result of their thought system, rationality and scientific studies of their own.  They expressed these ideas in their books, novels, in daily discussions with ordinary people, or in interviews... What make these statements striking, probably, are their deep concern for what religion or god means for the majority of people, and how misleading they can be. Well, here are 23 quotes from famous philosophers, scientists and novelists on religion and faith...

Who doesn't like watching movies? Movies sometimes take you places that you would not be able to visit by yourself in your lifetime. Maybe that's the reason why they are so powerful. These are some of the exceptional movies that will mesmerize you with their interesting stories! Who is up for a film night?🎥🎥🎥

Are you having a difficult day? Don't know how you are going to make it until the weekend? Pick a movie from this list and watch it. Life will be much better afterwards!😌👍***All of the movie storylines are taken from IMDb.🎥

We are not saying that these things never happen! However, they do not seem likely to happen regularly. Think about these, you'll understand what we mean! 😅

Studies show that writers are twice as likely to commit suicide than other people. Although the correlation between creativity and mental illnesses is open to discussion, there is no doubt that the literary world has suffered many losses, as many geniuses have had troubles making peace with life. We’ve collected 16 of them to remember and praise, once again, their great contributions to literature.

Most films are pretty linear and easy to follow in their story telling. But some, some are designed to bewilder, obfuscate, and confuse.  From the uneasy viewing to the unsettling, the 'what did I just watch' to the 'why did I just watch this', here's a renewed thought-blender list we compiled for you.

The most frightening and awe inspiring tales of survival are the ones that really happened. Based on true stories, these films showcase the desperate struggle to stay alive against impossible odds and the wrath of mother nature herself. From storms at sea, to plane crashes, war or getting trapped, the challenges are absolutely daunting and nail biting. See our list as we count down the top 27 greatest real life survival movies!