Martin Scorsese's "Shutter Island" is a noir-inspired trip to an island asylum where United States Marshal Teddy Daniels (Leonardo DiCaprio) learns that his entire identity is a lie. The movie is enthralling from the very beginning, and the ending of "Shutter Island" makes it an even more memorable experience. "Shutter Island" has a creepy setting, a thrilling mystery plot, layered characters, and a dark atmosphere that pulls you in from the very first frame.
There's a lot to love about the movie, which means that it's an excellent starting place for finding other films along the same lines that you'll relish. "Shutter Island" is inspired by classic Hollywood noir, but elements of those dark detective tales have fueled other thrill ride mysteries and deep psychological explorations. Wheth