Naked

Mike Leigh's 1993 film Naked is a deeply unsettling and uncomfortable drama that probes the dark underbelly of human relationships, masculinity, and the human condition. The film follows Johnny, an intellectual, philosopher, and conspiracy theorist, as he embarks on a nocturnal London odyssey, venting his rage on unsuspecting strangers with sadistic touches. With its remarkably lifelike characters and loose, improvisational dialogue, Naked is a thought-provoking character study that explores themes of nihilism, alienation, and the destructive power of unchecked narcissism.