Are you ready to explore the dark side of ambition and business? Here's a curated list of 10 horror films where entrepreneurs face not just market competition but supernatural and psychological terrors. These movies blend the thrill of entrepreneurship with the spine-chilling elements of horror, offering a unique viewing experience that delves into the psyche of those driven by success.

The Firm (1993)
Description: Mitch McDeere, a young lawyer, discovers his law firm is involved in illegal activities, leading him into a terrifying world of corporate espionage and danger.
Fact: The film was based on John Grisham's novel, and Tom Cruise did much of his own running in the chase scenes.


The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Description: Kevin Lomax, a hotshot lawyer, gets more than he bargained for when he joins a prestigious law firm run by the devil himself, exploring themes of ambition and moral compromise.
Fact: Al Pacino improvised many of his lines, and the film's ending was changed multiple times during production.


The Insider (1999)
Description: Jeffrey Wigand, a tobacco executive, becomes an informant, facing terrifying repercussions from his former employer, blending corporate intrigue with personal horror.
Fact: The film was based on a true story, and Russell Crowe gained weight for his role to match Wigand's appearance.


American Psycho (2000)
Description: Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker, leads a double life as a serial killer, exploring the horror of unchecked ambition and the emptiness of materialism.
Fact: The film was initially given an NC-17 rating, and Christian Bale lost significant weight for his role to portray Bateman's physical transformation. <!-- Продолжайте до 10 -->


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Description: While not a traditional horror film, this movie showcases the horrifying descent of Jordan Belfort into greed, excess, and moral bankruptcy, making it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: The film was based on the real-life memoir of Jordan Belfort, and Leonardo DiCaprio gained 35 pounds for his role.


The Informant! (2009)
Description: Mark Whitacre, an executive, turns whistleblower, leading to a psychological horror of paranoia and betrayal within the corporate world.
Fact: Matt Damon gained weight for the role, and the film's title uses an exclamation point to reflect the character's erratic behavior.


The Company Men (2010)
Description: This film explores the psychological horror of corporate downsizing, where executives face the terror of unemployment and the loss of identity.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of the writer/director John Wells during the 2008 financial crisis.


The Social Network (2010)
Description: While not a horror film, the cutthroat world of Silicon Valley and the betrayal among friends can be seen as a psychological horror of ambition gone awry.
Fact: The film was shot in chronological order, and Aaron Sorkin wrote the script in just six months.


The Big Short (2015)
Description: While not a horror film in the traditional sense, the financial crisis depicted here is terrifying in its real-world implications, showing the horror of systemic failure.
Fact: The film uses celebrities to explain complex financial terms, making it both educational and entertaining.


Margin Call (2011)
Description: This thriller captures the panic and moral dilemmas faced by investment bank employees during the 2008 financial crisis, highlighting the horror of corporate greed.
Fact: The film was shot in just 17 days, and many scenes were improvised.
