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7.2
78/100
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Coherence(2013)

Like Shutter Island
Sci-Fi Thriller89 minDirected by James Ward Byrkit
"This was taken tonight. What? How do you know that? I bought this sweater today."

Why Similar to Shutter Island

Like Shutter Island, Coherence creates psychological tension through reality confusion and paranoia, leaving viewers questioning what is real versus illusion.

78
Psych Score
7.2
IMDb Rating

Coherence

2013•James Ward Byrkit•89 min•Not Rated
"There are dark places where terrible things have happened"

The Experience

Eight friends gather for dinner as a cosmic phenomenon fractures reality into infinite parallel versions. Each decision splits their world into terrifying new possibilities. A mind-bending thriller shot in one house with endless implications.

Cast & Crew

Director: James Ward Byrkit

Starring: Emily Baldoni, Maury Sterling, Nicholas Brendon

Production Details

Budget: $50,000

Box Office: $102,617

Age Rating:Not Rated

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PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPLEXITY SCORE

78
PSYCHOLOGICAL INDEX
7.2
IMDB RATING
PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTORTION LEVELHIGH

Thoughtfully complex psychological narrative with engaging mind-bending elements throughout.

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INTENSITY TIMELINE

Narrative Analysis
Dinner Begins(20%)
Comet Effect(45%)
Other House(65%)
Paranoia(80%)
Reality Choice(95%)
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CINEMATIC DNA

Genre Analysis
Sci-Fi
45%
Thriller
35%
Drama
20%

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FAQ About Coherence

Common questions about Coherence and how it compares to other psychological thrillers like Shutter Island.

What makes Coherence similar to Shutter Island?

Coherence shares Shutter Island's core elements: unreliable narrators, psychological manipulation, identity crises, and shocking plot twists that make you question reality. Both films feature protagonists who may not be who they think they are, creating the same disorienting experience that makes Shutter Island so compelling.

How does Coherence compare to Shutter Island in terms of psychological complexity?

Coherence delivers similar psychological depth through its sci-fi, drama approach to reality distortion and identity themes. Like Shutter Island's Leonardo DiCaprio character, the protagonists in Coherence navigate unreliable memories and perceptions that challenge both character and audience understanding.

Who directed Coherence and what connects it to Shutter Island-style films?

Coherence was directed by James Ward Byrkit in 2013. Like Martin Scorsese's Shutter Island, it uses innovative storytelling techniques to explore themes of mental health, identity confusion, and psychological manipulation through atmospheric cinematography and narrative misdirection.

Does Coherence have plot twists like Shutter Island's shocking ending?

Coherence includes psychological twists and revelations that enhance its connection to Shutter Island's style of reality-questioning narrative, though it focuses more on sci-fi, drama than shocking plot reversals.

Where can I watch Coherence online?

Coherence streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Hulu, and other major streaming platforms for current availability in your area. The film is often available for rent or purchase on digital platforms like Amazon Video, iTunes, and Google Play Movies.

Does Coherence contain mature content like Shutter Island?

Yes, Coherence contains mature content including kissing scenes. Like Shutter Island, it deals with heavy psychological themes and has 1 scenes with mature content that enhance its psychological thriller atmosphere.

What is the IMDb rating of Coherence and how does it compare to Shutter Island?

Coherence has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. Shutter Island holds an 8.2/10 rating, and like that film, Coherence is highly rated for its psychological depth, innovative storytelling, and reality-twisting narrative that challenges conventional thriller expectations.

Is Coherence as mind-bending as Shutter Island?

Coherence offers substantial psychological complexity comparable to Shutter Island, though it approaches mind-bending elements through sci-fi, drama. Both films reward careful viewing and multiple watches to catch subtle details and foreshadowing.

What themes does Coherence share with Shutter Island?

Coherence explores similar themes to Shutter Island including Parallel Realities, Choice, Relationship Dynamics. Both films examine mental health, unreliable perception, and the thin line between sanity and delusion in atmospheric, psychological thriller settings.

Should I watch Coherence if I loved Shutter Island?

Absolutely! Coherence is specifically recommended for Shutter Island fans because it delivers the same psychological intensity, unreliable narrator elements, and reality-questioning experience. Both films feature complex protagonists navigating identity crises and shocking revelations that redefine the entire narrative.

About This Collection

Coherence is part of our curated "Top 10 Movies Like Shutter Island" collection, featuring films that excel in psychological complexity, unreliable narration, and reality-twisting narratives. Each movie shares Shutter Island's ability to blur the lines between truth and perception, making them perfect for viewers who enjoy mind-bending psychological thrillers.

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