Top 10 Expert Crime Films

Description: This film features FBI agent Clarice Starling, who enlists the help of the brilliant but cannibalistic psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lecter to catch another serial killer. The film delves into psychological profiling and forensic science.

Fact: Jodie Foster won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Clarice Starling. The film is one of only three films to win the "Big Five" Academy Awards.

Description: A tale of five criminals who are brought together for a heist, with one of them being the mysterious Keyser Söze. The film delves into the art of deception and forensic psychology.

Fact: Kevin Spacey won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. The film's twist ending has become iconic in film history.

Description: A quadriplegic forensic expert teams up with a rookie cop to catch a serial killer using forensic evidence. The film focuses on the forensic science behind crime-solving.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Jeffery Deaver. Denzel Washington plays the forensic expert, showcasing his range as an actor.

Description: An insurance investigator and a billionaire art thief engage in a game of cat and mouse. The film showcases the art of the heist and the expertise needed to catch a sophisticated criminal.

Fact: This was a remake of the 1968 film of the same name. Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo star, with Russo's character being an expert in insurance fraud.

Description: In this tale of moles and undercover operations, a young cop infiltrates the Irish mafia while a mobster infiltrates the police. The film explores the complexities of undercover work and forensic psychology.

Fact: Martin Scorsese won his first Best Director Oscar for this film. It was a remake of the 2002 Hong Kong film "Infernal Affairs."

Description: Based on the true story of the Zodiac Killer, this film follows the investigation by two detectives, a crime reporter, and a political cartoonist who become obsessed with solving the case. It highlights the use of forensic analysis and code-breaking.

Fact: The film's script was based on Robert Graysmith's books about the Zodiac Killer. David Fincher, known for his meticulous attention to detail, directed this film.

Description: Two stage magicians in the 1890s engage in a battle of wits and deception, with one using forensic science to unravel the other's tricks. While not a traditional crime film, it explores the theme of expert deception.

Fact: The film was directed by Christopher Nolan, known for his complex narratives. The film's title refers to the final part of a magic trick, where the magician reveals the trick's secret.

Description: Lisbeth Salander, a brilliant but troubled hacker, teams up with journalist Mikael Blomkvist to solve the disappearance of a woman from a wealthy family. The film showcases hacking and investigative journalism.

Fact: The film was directed by David Fincher, who also directed "Zodiac." It was a remake of the 2009 Swedish film of the same name.

Description: This film tells the story of Alan Turing, a mathematician who cracked the German Enigma code during WWII. While not strictly a crime film, it showcases the work of a code-breaking expert.

Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch was nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal of Alan Turing. The film was criticized for historical inaccuracies.

Description: A defense attorney who operates out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car takes on a high-profile case that leads him into a web of deceit. The film highlights legal expertise and forensic evidence.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Michael Connelly. Matthew McConaughey plays the lead role, marking a shift in his career towards more dramatic roles.