Written and directed by Richard Kelly as his debut film, “Donnie Darko” is a trippy psychological thriller that delves into the complex themes of time travel and mental health. Set in the late 1980s, (which we refer to as the BEST decade) the film follows Donnie Darko, a troubled teenager convincingly played by Jake Gyllenhaal, who narrowly escapes a bizarre accident when a jet engine crashes into his bedroom, thanks to a mysterious figure in a rabbit costume named ‘Frank’ who lures him outside. Frank informs Donnie that the world will end in just over 28 days, leading Donnie on a surreal journey filled with visions and bizarre manipulations of time and space.

The film blends elements of science fiction, drama, and horror, creating a cult classic that challenges viewers to question reality. Its dark narrative, haunting score which is an homage to sci-fi films, (think along the lines of Blade Runner) and a great cast that includes:  Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore, Mary McDonnell, Katharine Ross, Patrick Swayze and Noah Wyle, make this film a favorite for many.

Here is a look at the official U.S. and Japanese posters for the film followed by the alternative movie posters that we have curated this week.

ART BY NEW FLESH

ART BY MUNGUI

ART BY HOUSEBEAR

ART BY SAM DUNN

ART BY FLOREY

ART BY MATT TAYLOR

ART BY MATT GRIFFIN

ART BY SCOTT SCHEIDLY

ART BY GODMACHINE

ART BY PETE GRUPICO

ART BY GOKAIJU

ART BY NATE GONZALEZ

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