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Tom Clancy's Without Remorse

331. Tom Clancy's Without Remorse

Action Thriller War Military Action Political Thriller
5.8

20211h 50min

United States

Director: Stefano Sollima

An elite Navy SEAL uncovers an international conspiracy while seeking justice for the murder of his pregnant wife.

Themes

"movie: tom clancy's without remorse. genres: action, Thriller, War, Action, Thriller, War main themes: duringcreditsstinger, Duringcreditsstinger full keywords list: duringcreditsstinger. concept analysis: the film examines the destructive nature of vengeance and the moral ambiguity of warfare, Questioning the lengths one will go to for justice. it highlights the fragility of international relations and the personal sacrifices made in the face of betrayal."

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Justice Society: World War II

332. Justice Society: World War II

Animation War Science Fiction Animated Fantasy Adventure World War II
6.4

20211h 24min

United States

Director: Jeff Wamester

When the Flash finds himself dropped into the middle of World War II, he joins forces with Wonder Woman and her top-secret team known as the Justice Society of America.

Themes

Collaboration under threat, Identity across timelines, Duty under wartime pressure, Leadership under doubt, Manipulation and deception, Emergency ethics of intervention

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Rurouni Kenshin: The Final

333. Rurouni Kenshin: The Final

Action Adventure History Drama Epic Action
7.2

20212h 18min

Japan

Director: Keishi Otomo

In 1879, Kenshin and his allies face their strongest enemy yet: his former brother-in-law Enishi Yukishiro and his minions, who've vowed their revenge.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Memory and trauma, Revenge cycles, Grudges fueling conflict, Violence as catalyst, Hidden past shaping actions

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The Old Ways

334. The Old Ways

Horror Fantasy Supernatural Horror Supernatural Fantasy
5.4

20211h 30min

United States

Director: Christopher Alender

Cristina, a journalist of Mexican origin, travels to her ancestral home in Veracruz to investigate a story of sorcery and healing. There, she is kidnapped by a group of locals who claim she's the devil incarnated.

Themes

"movie: the old ways. genres: horror, Fantasy, Horror, Fantasy main themes: possession, Witchcraft, Female journalist, Possession, Witchcraft, Female journalist full keywords list: possession, Witchcraft, Female journalist, Force field, Shamanism, Mexican folklore, Kidnapped. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of personal demons and the struggle for redemption, Highlighting the impact of trauma and addiction on one's identity. it emphasizes the power of community and compassion in overcoming darkness and reclaiming one's life."

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Every Breath You Take

335. Every Breath You Take

Thriller Mystery Domestic Thriller Investigation Mystery
5.4

20211h 45min

Germany, United States

Director: Vaughn Stein

A psychiatrist, whose client commits suicide, finds his family life disrupted after introducing her surviving brother to his wife and daughter.

Themes

"movie: every breath you take. genres: thriller, Mystery, Thriller, Mystery main themes: psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment, Psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment full keywords list: psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment. concept analysis: the film explores the destructive effects of unresolved grief and the fragility of familial bonds in the face of trauma. it delves into themes of manipulation and the psychological scars left by abusive relationships, Ultimately questioning the nature of trust and safety within a family."

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The United States vs. Billie Holiday

336. The United States vs. Billie Holiday

Music Drama History Music Biopic Historical Drama
6.3

20212h 11min

United States

Director: Lee Daniels

Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately aiming to stop her from singing her controversial ballad, "Strange Fruit."

Themes

Surveillance pressures, Fbi agent dynamics, War on drugs crackdown, Ban from profession consequences, Heroin addiction toll, Betrayal within industry

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The Unholy

337. The Unholy

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Investigation Mystery
5.1

20211h 39min

United States

Director: Evan Spiliotopoulos

Alice is a young hearing-impaired girl who, after a supposed visitation from the Virgin Mary, is inexplicably able to hear, speak and heal the sick. As word spreads and people from near and far flock to witness her miracles, a disgraced journalist hoping to revive his career visits the small New England town to investigate. When terrifying events begin to happen all around, he starts to question if these phenomena are the works of the Virgin Mary or something much more sinister.

Themes

"movie: the unholy. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes: witch, Melancholy, Demon, Witch, Melancholy, Demon full keywords list: witch, Melancholy, Demon, Mysterious, Shocking, Zealous, Somber, Religious horror, Wonder, Suspicious, Inspirational, Adoring, Ambiguous, Antagonistic, Approving, Audacious, Melodramatic. concept analysis: the film explores the dangers of blind faith and the manipulation of belief for personal gain. it serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of succumbing to dark influences disguised as divine intervention."

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Nobody

338. Nobody

Action Thriller One-Person Army Revenge Thriller
7.4

20211h 31min

United States

Director: Ilya Naishuller

Hutch Mansell, a suburban dad, overlooked husband, nothing neighbor — a "nobody." When two thieves break into his home one night, Hutch's unknown long-simmering rage is ignited and propels him on a brutal path that will uncover dark secrets he fought to leave behind.

Themes

Moral ambiguity, Double life tension, Family under threat, Organized crime conflict, Midlife crisis pressure, Vigilantism and consequence

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Son

339. Son

Horror Thriller Supernatural Horror Domestic Thriller
5.6

20211h 38min

Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Ivan Kavanagh

When a young boy contracts a mysterious illness, his mother must decide how far she will go to protect him from terrifying forces in her past.

Themes

"movie: son. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: detective, Paranoia, Motel, Detective, Paranoia, Motel full keywords list: detective, Paranoia, Motel, Gore, Murder, Lucifer, Hospital, Doctor, Police officer, Illness, Satanic cult, Mother son relationship, Demonic, Cannibalism. concept analysis: the film explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her child from the horrors of her past, Reflecting on trauma and the cyclical nature of abuse. it raises questions about identity, Manipulation, And the insidious influence of cult-like forces in personal relationships."

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Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

340. Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

Animation Action Science Fiction Drama Anime
8.0

20212h 35min

Japan

Director: Kazuya Tsurumaki

In the aftermath of the Fourth Impact, stranded without their Evangelions, Shinji, Asuka and Rei find refuge in one of the rare pockets of humanity that still exist on the ruined planet Earth. There, each lives a life far different from their days as an Evangelion pilot. However, the danger to the world is far from over. A new impact is looming on the horizon—one that will prove to be the true end of Evangelion.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Technology as salvation, Survival under ruin, Defense systems under strain, Family conflict under crisis, Rebuilding civilization after catastrophe

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