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Ronaldo

1. Ronaldo

Documentary History Biographical Documentary
6.3
20151h 32min

Overview

Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and un-paralleled, behind-closed-doors access to the footballer, father, family-man and friend in this moving & fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state of the art football footage and never before seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon D'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of ‘Senna’ and ‘Amy’, Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it’s like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm.

Themes

Family influence on career, Pressures of public life, Training discipline and dedication, Private life in the spotlight, Mindset under scrutiny, Mentorship and support networks

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Steve Jobs

2. Steve Jobs

Drama History Historical Drama Biographical History
7.2
20152h 2min

Overview

Set backstage at three iconic product launches and ending in 1998 with the unveiling of the iMac, Steve Jobs takes us behind the scenes of the digital revolution to paint an intimate portrait of the brilliant man at its epicenter.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Family versus career, Paternity dispute, Innovation under siege, Credit and recognition, Corporate politics and turnover

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Saint Laurent

3. Saint Laurent

Drama Historical Drama
6.1
20142h 30min

Overview

1967-1976. As one of history's greatest fashion designers entered a decade of freedom, neither came out of it in one piece.

Themes

Creative freedom vs commerce, Reputation under threat, Private life in public, Fashion designer pressure, 1960s fashion pressure, 1970s style expectation, Biography era tension

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Clouds of Sils Maria

4. Clouds of Sils Maria

Drama Entertainment Industry Drama
6.7
20142h 4min

Overview

A veteran actress comes face-to-face with an uncomfortable reflection of herself when she agrees to take part in a revival of the play that launched her career 20 years earlier.

Themes

Aging pressure from gender ideals, Personal assistant dynamics, Divorce and aging, Time and memory tension, Stage life vs real life, Mentor dynamics and power

Available on

fuboTV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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A Hard Day

5. A Hard Day

Crime Thriller Mystery Action Detective Mystery Crime
7.2
20141h 51min

Overview

After trying to cover up a car accident that left a man dead, a crooked homicide detective is stalked by a mysterious man claiming to have witnessed the event.

Themes

Loyalty under threat, Police corruption, Deception under pressure, Moral compromise under pressure, Bureaucratic coverups, Greed and collateral damage

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Transcendence

6. Transcendence

Thriller Science Fiction Drama Mystery Psychological Drama
6.2
20141h 59min

Overview

Two leading computer scientists work toward their goal of Technological Singularity, as a radical anti-technology organization fights to prevent them from creating a world where computers can transcend the abilities of the human brain.

Themes

Scientific responsibility, Mind uploading consequences, Mind control risks, Technological singularity ethics, Human versus machine, Anti-technology extremism

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Pretty One

7. The Pretty One

Comedy Drama Relationship Drama Dark Comedy
6.3
20141h 30min

Overview

When her idolized twin sister Audrey dies in a car accident, Laurel decides to take her place. But, as she eases into the life she has always wanted, she must decide between continuing the lie or revealing herself.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Appearance vs self, Social performance under scrutiny, Twin sister dynamics, Family longing and belonging, Accident-driven deception

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Cloud 9

8. Cloud 9

Drama Romance Family TV Movie Sports Competition
6.4
20141h 30min

Overview

Set high atop snow-capped mountains in the adrenaline-fueled world of competitive snowboarding, the Disney Channel Original Movie “Cloud 9″ tells the inspiring story of two snowboarders who must overcome self-doubt to learn that achieving their dreams is possible.

Themes

Identity through sport, Mentorship and trust, Pressure to perform, Resilience after setback, Rivalry and belonging, Teamwork under scrutiny

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
fuboTV
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Admission

9. Admission

Comedy Drama Romance Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
5.7
20131h 47min

Overview

Straitlaced Princeton University admissions officer Portia Nathan is caught off-guard when she makes a recruiting visit to an alternative high school overseen by her former classmate, the freewheeling John Pressman. Pressman has surmised that Jeremiah, his gifted yet very unconventional student, might well be the son that Portia secretly gave up for adoption many years ago.

Themes

Power dynamics in academia, Elite education pressure, Admission bias and manipulation, Secrecy of parentage, Ethics in admissions, Class mobility and aspiration

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Populaire

10. Populaire

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Workplace Comedy
6.8
20121h 51min

Overview

An insurance agent and his new secretary become locked in the grip of romance and competition as they train together for a speed-typing contest.

Themes

Ambition vs affection, Deception and trust, Workplace romance, Competitive mentorship, Gender dynamics in mid-century work, Typewriter culture

Available on

Plex
Plex Channel
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