Crime movies

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Realistic Tense Claustrophobic Relentless Fast-paced

In New York, former convict Pete Koslow, related to the Polish mafia, must deal with both Klimek the General, his ruthless boss, and the twisted ambitions of two federal agents, as he tries to survive and protect the lives of his loved ones.

Themes

Loyalty under threat, Trust under surveillance, Corruption within institutions, Coercion and betrayal, Informant risk and secrecy, Family protection vs duty

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Realistic Tense Claustrophobic Bleak Procedural

Mario, an exemplary man, lives in a village on the Galician coast. In the old people’s home, where he works as a nurse, everyone appreciates him. When the best known narco in the area, Antonio Padín, recently released from prison, enters the residence, Mario tries to make Antonio feel at home. Now, Padín's two sons, Kike and Toño, are in charge of the family business. The failure of an operation will put Kike in jail and cause them to owe a large debt to a Colombian supplier. Toño will turn to the nurse to try to convince his father to assume the debt. But Mario has his own plans.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Illness and dependency, Debt coercion, Family power dynamics, Caregiver complicity, Illicit deals and manipulation

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Tense Brutal Bleak Chaotic Intense

Lonely, unstable gas station attendant Melinda is tired of being overshadowed by her more confident, outgoing co-worker Sheila. When the gas station is held up at gunpoint by Billy, a desperate man in need of quick cash, Melinda finds an opportunity to make a connection with the robber, regardless of who gets hurt.

Themes

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Realistic Raw Claustrophobic Relentless Fast-paced

On a faraway mountaintop, eight kids with guns watch over a hostage and a conscripted milk cow.

Themes

Deception and loyalty, Military discipline under duress, Leadership turnover and legitimacy, Independence vs obedience, Romance within hierarchy, Youth violence and captivity

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Claustrophobic Bleak Procedural Dry Deliberate

FBI informant Jim Hoffman lures troubled automobile magnate John DeLorean to an undercover sting for cocaine trafficking.

Themes

Debt-driven ambition, True story framing, Informant loyalty tensions, Fbi pressure and deception, Witness protection risk

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Tense Bleak Intense Gritty Melancholic

The mobster husbands of three 1978 Hell's Kitchen housewives are sent to prison by the FBI. Left with little but a sharp ax to grind, the ladies take the Irish mafia's matters into their own hands — proving unexpectedly adept at everything from running the rackets to taking out the competition… literally.

Themes

"movie: the kitchen. genres: action, Crime, Drama, Action, Crime, Drama main themes: new york city, 1970s, Based on comic, New york city, 1970s, Based on comic full keywords list: new york city, 1970s, Based on comic, Irish mob, Woman director. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of female empowerment and resilience in the face of adversity, Highlighting how women can reclaim agency in a patriarchal society. it also delves into the moral complexities of loyalty and betrayal within familial and criminal relationships."

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Realistic Steady Brutal Bleak Deliberate

A destitute young man, raised by racist skinheads and notorious among white supremacists, turns his back on hatred and violence to transform his life, with the help of a black activist and the woman he loves.

Themes

Color-based prejudice, Media bias toward complexion, Self-image conflict, Beauty standard pressure, Activism against prejudice, Racialized beauty industry

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Dynamic Atmospheric Fast-paced Stylish Intense

A mysterious new villain known only as Hush uses a gallery of villains to destroy Batman's crime-fighting career as well as Bruce Wayne's personal life, which has been further complicated by a relationship with Selina Kyle/Catwoman.

Themes

Loyalty under strain, Mind control manipulation, Identity revealed under pressure, Duty vs personal bonds, Unseen conspirator influence, Betrayal through deception

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Tense Bleak Intense Cynical Bittersweet

Hoping to leave his criminal lifestyle behind him, a successful art thief teams up with a sexy con woman to pull off the ultimate heist and set himself free.

Themes

"movie: lying and stealing. genres: crime, Comedy, Drama, Crime, Comedy, Drama main themes: fbi, Thief, Stealing, Fbi, Thief, Stealing full keywords list: fbi, Thief, Stealing, Art thief, Agent, Lies. concept analysis: the film examines the moral ambiguities of crime and the lengths individuals will go to for freedom and redemption. it highlights the interplay between ambition and ethics, Questioning whether the end justifies the means in the pursuit of a better life."

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Cagalera and Moloteco are two teenagers from San Gregorio Atlapulco who are desperate to get out and move up and away from oppressive circumstances. When they hear of an opportunity to buy a spot in the electrician’s union, which could transform their lives, they quickly devolve into the criminal, adult underworld of Mexico City in a bid to buy their freedom.