Videodrome (1983)

In 1980s Toronto, Max Renn, a daring TV channel president, seeks the next big hit and stumbles upon "Videodrome," a disturbing show with violent content. He broadcasts it, believing it's the key to success, but reality blurs as he investigates its dark mysteries. When his girlfriend vanishes after auditioning for the show, Max becomes an unwilling detective in a mind-control conspiracy. Directed by David Cronenberg, the film delves into media manipulation, body horror, and psychosexual themes. With practical makeup effects, James Woods excels as Max Renn, making this cult classic a must-see exploration of human obsessions with extreme content and Cronenberg's best work.