Top 10 Complex Films You Must Watch

Description: David Lynch's surreal exploration of Hollywood dreams and nightmares, where reality and fantasy intertwine in a labyrinthine narrative.

Fact: Originally conceived as a pilot for a TV series, it was turned into a feature film when the series was not picked up. The film was shot without a complete script, with Lynch writing scenes as they were filmed.

Description: Charlie Kaufman's directorial debut, a film about a theatre director creating a life-size replica of New York inside a warehouse, blurring the lines between art and reality.

Fact: The film was shot in Schenectady, New York, which is an anagram of "Synecdoche." The film's title refers to a figure of speech where a part represents the whole.

Description: A low-budget sci-fi thriller about time travel that's notorious for its complexity, requiring multiple viewings to fully grasp its intricate plot.

Fact: The film was made for just $7,000 and was shot in the director's own home. The script was written in a way that the film could be shown in any order.

Description: Terrence Malick's meditative film that spans from the creation of the universe to the personal story of a family, exploring the nature of existence.

Fact: The film includes a 17-minute sequence depicting the creation of the universe, which was inspired by scientific theories and visual effects. The film's score was composed by Alexandre Desplat, who was given very little direction on what to compose.

Description: Another Christopher Nolan film, this one delves into the rivalry between two magicians, with a plot full of twists and turns that keep viewers guessing.

Fact: The film was inspired by a novel by Christopher Priest, and the title refers to the final act of a magic trick. The film's ending was kept secret even from the actors until the last day of shooting.

Description: This epic film weaves together six seemingly disparate stories across time, exploring the interconnectedness of human lives.

Fact: The film required actors to play multiple roles across different time periods, necessitating extensive makeup and costume changes. The directors, Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis, had to fight to keep the film's structure intact.

Description: Christopher Nolan's masterpiece about dreams within dreams, where the line between reality and illusion blurs, making it a perfect fit for our list of complex films.

Fact: The film required the creation of a special app to help the crew keep track of the various dream levels. The spinning top in the film, which is Cobb's totem, was actually Nolan's own personal totem.

Description: Richard Ayoade's adaptation of Dostoevsky's novella, where a man is confronted by his doppelgänger, leading to a psychological and existential crisis.

Fact: The film's aesthetic was inspired by 1970s and 1980s Eastern European cinema. Jesse Eisenberg plays both the protagonist and his double, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Description: This film tells its story in reverse chronological order, challenging viewers to piece together the narrative as the protagonist struggles with short-term memory loss.

Fact: The film was shot in two different styles: black and white scenes were shot in chronological order, while color scenes were shot in reverse order. The film's script was written in reverse, starting with the last scene.

Description: Darren Aronofsky's ambitious film intertwines three stories across different time periods, exploring themes of love, death, and the search for immortality.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a $70 million epic but was scaled back due to budget constraints. Hugh Jackman learned to meditate for his role.