10 Must-See Movies of the ’90s Worth Revisiting

5. eXistenZ (1999)

Directed by David Cronenberg, “eXistenZ” is a mind-bending science fiction thriller that explores the blurring lines between reality and virtual reality. In a future where gaming has become a fully immersive experience, a game designer played by Jennifer Jason Leigh and a security guard played by Jude Law find themselves trapped in a dangerous and increasingly surreal virtual world. The film is a thought-provoking exploration of technology’s impact on human perception and identity.

6. The Sweet Hereafter (1997)

Atom Egoyan’s “The Sweet Hereafter” is a haunting drama that delves into the aftermath of a tragic school bus accident in a small Canadian town. The film follows a lawyer, played by Ian Holm, who arrives in the grieving community to seek compensation for the victims’ families. As he uncovers the town’s secrets and emotional scars, the film becomes a powerful meditation on loss, guilt, and the human condition.