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Movies with high-energy vibe

Freaks of Nature

1. Freaks of Nature

Science Fiction Comedy Horror Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Zombie Horror
5.9
20151h 32min

Overview

In the town of Dillford, humans, vampires and zombies were all living in peace - until the alien apocalypse arrived. Now three teenagers-one human, one vampire, and one zombie-have to team up to figure out how to get rid of the visitors.

Themes

Identity and acceptance, Class and belonging, Jealousy and betrayal in romance, Inter-species hierarchy, Zombie ghetto and control, External threat unites rivals

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Amazon Prime Video
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Ted 2

2. Ted 2

Comedy Fantasy Adult Comedy
6.3
20151h 55min

Overview

Newlywed couple Ted and Tami-Lynn want to have a baby, but in order to qualify to be a parent, Ted will have to prove he's a person in a court of law.

Themes

State control over autonomy, Family formation pressures, Civil rights litigation, Legal personhood struggle, Corporate power over individuals, Public spectacle and privacy

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Rezort

3. The Rezort

Horror Zombie Horror
5.3
20151h 27min

Overview

The ReZort, a post apocalyptic safari, offers paying guests the opportunity to kill zombies in the wake of an outbreak.

Themes

Loss of humanity, Spectacle versus ethics, Warfare psychology, Deception by front organizations, Exploitation under charity, Violence as entertainment, Institutional hypocrisy

Available on

Google Play Movies
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Barely Lethal

4. Barely Lethal

Action Comedy Adventure Romance Awkward Comedy
5.4
20151h 38min

Overview

A 16-year-old international assassin yearning for a "normal" adolescence fakes her own death and enrolls as a senior in a suburban high school. She quickly learns that being popular can be more painful than getting water-boarded.

Themes

Deception and performance, Dual identities, Mentorship and control, Longing for normal life, Popularity as risk, Obedience versus autonomy

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Moonwalkers

5. Moonwalkers

Comedy Satire
6.1
20151h 47min

Overview

What if Apollo 11 never actually made it? What if, in reality, Stanley Kubrick secretly shot the famous images of the moon landing in a studio, working for the US administration? This is the premise of a totally plausible conspiracy theory that takes us to swinging sixties London, where a stubborn CIA agent will never find Kubrick but is forced to team up with a lousy manager of a seedy rock band to develop the biggest con of all time.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Collaboration under pressure, Art vs commerce, Public perception vs reality, Political spectacle, Coercive power

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Wedding Ringer

6. The Wedding Ringer

Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.6
20151h 41min

Overview

Doug Harris is a loveable but socially awkward groom-to-be with a problem: he has no best man. With less than two weeks to go until he marries the girl of his dreams, Doug is referred to Jimmy Callahan, owner and CEO of Best Man, Inc., a company that provides flattering best men for socially challenged guys in need. What ensues is a hilarious wedding charade as they try to pull off the big con, and an unexpected budding bromance between Doug and his fake best man Jimmy.

Themes

Wedding ritual pressure, Genuine connection vs facade, Paid friendship manipulation, Loyalty under commercial terms, Social role performance, Approval dynamics in social circles

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Overview

Ex-government operative Bryan Mills finds his life is shattered when he's falsely accused of a murder that hits close to home. As he's pursued by a savvy police inspector, Mills employs his particular set of skills to track the real killer and exact his unique brand of justice.

Themes

False accusation and pursuit, Protective father figure, Deception and exposure, Loyalties under pressure, Family safety versus risk, Restraint and justice

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Paddington

8. Paddington

Comedy Adventure Family City Adventure Animal Companion Family
7.3
20141h 35min

Overview

A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone at Paddington Station, he meets the kindly Brown family, who offer him a temporary haven.

Themes

Power and control over animals, Archives and erased histories, Belonging in unfamiliar spaces, Outsiders and chosen family, Deception and risk in urban life, Resilience through shelter

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Inbetweeners 2

9. The Inbetweeners 2

Comedy Adult Comedy
6.4
20141h 36min

Overview

Neil, Will and Simon receive an invite from Jay to join him in Australia whilst on his gap year, who promises them it’s ”the sex capital of the world”. With their lives now rather dull compared to their hedonistic school days and legendary lads holiday, it’s an offer they can’t refuse. Once again, they put growing up temporarily on-hold, and embark on a backpacking holiday of a lifetime in an awful car, inspired by Peter Andre’s ‘Mysterious Girl’. Will soon finds himself battling with the lads to do something cultural, whilst they focus their attention on drinking, girls, and annoying fellow travelers.

Themes

Group dynamics under stress, Travel as escape, Hedonism vs responsibility, Youth culture pressures, Deception in social interactions, Outsider traveler status, Belonging among peers

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Step Up All In

10. Step Up All In

Romance Drama Music Feel-Good Romance Dance-Centered Music Film
5.9
20141h 52min

Overview

All-stars from previous installments convene in glittering Las Vegas, battling for a victory that could define their dreams and their careers.

Themes

Economic precarity, Dreams vs reality, Competition as catalyst, Collaborative resilience, Team loyalty under strain, Deception and rigging

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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