Dive into a world where science fiction meets the scalpel in these 10 films. This curated list explores the fascinating intersection of futuristic technology and the art of plastic surgery, offering viewers a blend of speculative storytelling and ethical dilemmas. Whether it's the transformation of the human body or the exploration of identity, these films provide a captivating look into what might be possible when science fiction and surgery collide.

Seconds (1966)
Description: A man undergoes a secret operation to assume a new identity, but the transformation comes with unforeseen consequences.
Fact: The film was considered ahead of its time for its exploration of identity and existential themes.


The Fly (1986)
Description: A scientist's teleportation experiment goes awry, leading to a grotesque transformation that involves elements of body horror and plastic surgery.
Fact: The film's special effects were groundbreaking, earning Chris Walas an Academy Award for Best Makeup.


Face/Off (1997)
Description: An FBI agent and a terrorist undergo a radical face transplant surgery to infiltrate each other's lives, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a buddy cop movie, but John Woo transformed it into a high-concept action thriller.


The Stepford Wives (2004)
Description: In this remake, a woman discovers that the perfect wives in her new town are actually robots, created by their husbands with the help of plastic surgery and technology.
Fact: The film includes a humorous twist on the original story, with a satirical take on suburban life.


The Island (2005)
Description: In a dystopian future, people are cloned for organ harvesting, and one clone discovers the truth and seeks freedom, involving plastic surgery to blend in.
Fact: The film features a cameo by Michael Clarke Duncan, who plays a character named Starkweather Two Delta.


Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008)
Description: In a dystopian future, organ transplants are available on credit, but if you can't pay, a "Repo Man" comes to reclaim the organs, often involving surgical procedures.
Fact: The film was adapted from a stage musical and features a unique blend of horror, sci-fi, and rock opera.


The Skin I Live In (2011)
Description: A plastic surgeon creates an artificial skin that withstands any kind of damage, but his experiments take a dark turn when he uses his creation for revenge.
Fact: The film is based on the novel "Tarantula" by Thierry Jonquet. It was also nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.


The Lazarus Effect (2015)
Description: A group of researchers bring subjects back to life, but the resurrected individuals undergo physical changes, hinting at the potential for plastic surgery in the afterlife.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Reawakening" before its release.


Upgrade (2018)
Description: After a brutal attack, a man receives a spinal implant that gives him superhuman abilities, including the potential for self-repair and body modification.
Fact: The film was praised for its practical effects and its exploration of transhumanism themes.


The Human Centipede (First Sequence) (2009)
Description: While not directly about plastic surgery, this film involves a mad doctor's experiment that could be seen as a twisted form of surgical body modification.
Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its graphic content.
