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Parody movies

Comedy that spoofs a genre or style, exaggerating familiar clichés and references for laughs.

Shaun of the Dead

241. Shaun of the Dead

Horror Comedy Zombie Horror Parody
7.8

20041h 39min

United Kingdom

Director: Edgar Wright

Shaun lives a supremely uneventful life, which revolves around his girlfriend, his mother, and, above all, his local pub. This gentle routine is threatened when the dead return to life and make strenuous attempts to snack on ordinary Londoners.

Themes

Survival under pressure, Group loyalty under threat, Satirical crisis comedy, Reluctant heroism under ridicule, Improvised combat in chaos, Ordinary life disrupted

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Ella Enchanted

242. Ella Enchanted

Family Fantasy Comedy Quest Fantasy Holiday Family
6.3

20041h 36min

Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Tommy O'Haver

Ella lives in a magical world in which each child, at the moment of their birth, is given a virtuous "gift" from a fairy godmother. Ella's so-called gift, however, is obedience. This birthright proves itself to be quite the curse once Ella finds herself in the hands of several unscrupulous characters whom she quite literally cannot disobey. Determined to gain control of her life and decisions, Ella sets off on a journey to find her fairy godmother who she hopes will lift the curse. The path, however, isn't easy -- Ella must outwit a slew of unpleasant obstacles including ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, elves and Prince Charmont's evil uncle, who wants to take over the crown and rule the kingdom.

Themes

Power manipulation, Obedience through magic, Inequality through law, Oppression of elves and giants, Romance under constraint, Alliances across groups

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The Chorus

243. The Chorus

Drama History Comedy Historical Drama Parody
7.8

20041h 37min

France, Switzerland

Director: Christophe Barratier

In 1940s France, a new teacher at a school for disruptive boys gives hope and inspiration.

Themes

Mentorship under pressure, Discipline through humor, Music as discipline, Resilience through choir, Authority and care, War trauma on youth

Available on

BFI Player Amazon Channel
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Bride & Prejudice

244. Bride & Prejudice

Drama Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Parody
6.2

20041h 52min

Belgium, France

Director: Gurinder Chadha

Mrs. Bakshi is eager to find suitors for her four unmarried daughters when a family friend introduces them to handsome American Will Darcy. A Bollywood-style modern adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel.

Themes

Class tension, Family pressure, Social reputation, Gender role expectations, Cross cultural marriage, Economic change

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Amazon Video
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A Touch of Spice

245. A Touch of Spice

Comedy Drama Family Drama Parody
7.4

20031h 48min

Greece, Türkiye

Director: Tasos Boulmetis

"A Touch of Spice" is a story about Fanis, a young Greek boy growing up in Istanbul, whose grandfather, a culinary philosopher and mentor, teaches him that both food and life require a little salt to give them flavor. They both require... A Touch of Spice. Fanis grows up to become an excellent cook and uses his cooking skills to spice up the lives of those around him. 35 years later he leaves Athens and travels back to his birthplace of Istanbul to reunite with his grandfather and his first love. He travels back only to realize that he forgot to put a little bit of spice in his own life.

Themes

Homeland longing, Intergenerational mentorship, Diasporic displacement, Culinary symbolism, Cross-cultural romance, Memory and tradition, Political tension between nations

Available on

Kanopy
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Love Me If You Dare

246. Love Me If You Dare

Drama Comedy Romance Bittersweet Romance Parody
7.5

20031h 33min

Belgium, France

Director: Yann Samuell

As adults, best friends Julien and Sophie continue the odd game they started as children -- a fearless competition to outdo one another with daring and outrageous stunts. While they often act out to relieve one another's pain, their game might be a way to avoid the fact that they are truly meant for one another.

Themes

Loyalty under strain, Forbidden romance, Deception in love, Obsessive dares, Competition as bond, Wealth disparity

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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The Triplets of Belleville

247. The Triplets of Belleville

Animation Comedy Drama Family Family Animation
7.7

20031h 20min

France, Belgium

Director: Sylvain Chomet

When her grandson is kidnapped during the Tour de France, Madame Souza and her beloved pooch Bruno team up with the Belleville Sisters—an aged song-and-dance team from the days of Fred Astaire—to rescue him.

Themes

Duty versus desire, Loneliness and companionship, Pursuit and rescue, Survival through collaboration, Music as solace, Age and artistry

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Bruce Almighty

248. Bruce Almighty

Fantasy Comedy Parody Supernatural Fantasy
6.8

20031h 41min

United States

Director: Tom Shadyac

Bruce Nolan toils as a "human interest" television reporter in Buffalo, NY, but despite his high ratings and the love of his beautiful girlfriend, Bruce remains unfulfilled. At the end of the worst day in his life, he angrily ridicules God — and the Almighty responds, endowing Bruce with all of His divine powers.

Themes

Power with restraint, Free will limits, Spiritual test of power, Prayer driven chaos, Ambition versus humility, Media influence and trust

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Down with Love

249. Down with Love

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Parody
6.3

20031h 42min

United States, Germany

Director: Peyton Reed

In 1962 New York City, love blossoms between a playboy journalist and a feminist advice author.

Themes

Deception in relationships, Battle of the sexes, Feminist critique, Empowerment and autonomy, Gender performance, Romance and ambition

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Johnny English

250. Johnny English

Adventure Action Comedy Spy Action Parody
6.3

20031h 27min

United Kingdom

Director: Peter Howitt

A lowly pencil pusher working for MI7, Johnny English is suddenly promoted to super spy after Agent One is assassinated and every other agent is blown up at his funeral. When a billionaire entrepreneur sponsors the exhibition of the Crown Jewels—and the valuable gems disappear on the opening night and on English's watch—the newly-designated agent must jump into action to find the thief and recover the missing gems.

Themes

Deception and misdirection, Duty under scrutiny, Spectacle under pressure, Impersonation and disguise, Resilience amid chaos, Loyalty versus ambition

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Apple TV
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