If you were captivated by the eerie, shape-shifting horror of 'Lifechanger' (2018), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similarly unsettling movies and shows that delve into themes of identity, transformation, and psychological terror. Whether you loved the film's dark twists or its chilling atmosphere, these recommendations will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Brood (1979)
Description: A disturbing horror film about a woman whose repressed emotions manifest as physical, monstrous offspring, delving into themes of trauma and transformation.
Fact: The film was inspired by the director's own experiences with psychotherapy and the emotional turmoil of his divorce.


The Thing (1982)
Description: A chilling tale of paranoia and body horror, where an alien entity assimilates and imitates its victims, creating a sense of dread and uncertainty.
Fact: The practical effects used in the film were so groundbreaking and grotesque that they initially received mixed reactions from audiences and critics.


Videodrome (1983)
Description: A mind-bending horror film about a man who becomes obsessed with a mysterious TV signal that alters his perception of reality and his own body.
Fact: The film's surreal and grotesque visuals were heavily influenced by the director's interest in the effects of media on the human psyche.


The Fly (1986)
Description: A tragic body horror story about a scientist whose experiment goes horribly wrong, leading to a grotesque and emotional transformation.
Fact: The film's special effects were so detailed and realistic that they won an Academy Award for Best Makeup.


The Hidden (1987)
Description: A sci-fi horror film featuring a parasitic alien that takes over human bodies, exploring themes of identity and transformation.
Fact: The film was initially intended to be a straightforward action movie but evolved into a blend of horror and sci-fi due to its unique premise.


The Faculty (1998)
Description: A high school-set horror film where teachers are taken over by alien parasites, creating a tense and paranoid atmosphere.
Fact: The script was originally written as a more serious horror film but was later reworked to include dark humor and teen drama elements.


The Skin I Live In (2011)
Description: A psychological thriller about a surgeon who creates a synthetic skin and uses it for sinister purposes, exploring themes of identity and control.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the novel 'Mygale' by Thierry Jonquet, but deviates significantly in its plot and themes.


Under the Skin (2013)
Description: A surreal and atmospheric film about an alien entity preying on humans, delving into themes of otherness and the fragility of human identity.
Fact: Many of the scenes featuring unsuspecting men were shot with hidden cameras, adding to the film's eerie realism.


Annihilation (2018)
Description: A visually stunning and psychologically intense film about a team of scientists exploring a mysterious zone where nature and identity are distorted.
Fact: The film's climax features a sequence inspired by a real-life phenomenon called 'mitosis,' where cells divide and replicate.


Possessor (2020)
Description: A brutal and cerebral sci-fi thriller about a corporate assassin who takes over other people's bodies to commit murders, blurring the lines of self.
Fact: The film's director, Brandon Cronenberg, is the son of David Cronenberg, a legendary figure in body horror cinema.
