10 Most Intense Brian De Palma Movies

The 1970s saw the rise of many influential directors within the “New Hollywood” movement, including such acclaimed auteurs as Steven Spielberg, Francis Ford Coppola, George Lucas, and Martin Scorsese. While Brian De Palma latched on to many of the cutting edge techniques that were being used during this inflection point in mainstream cinema, he also took advantage of the classical noir style of Alfred Hitchcock.

​ Brian De Palma is a master of the hair-raising set piece. His most thrilling movies include Dressed to Kill, Carrie, and Scarface.