futuristic backdrop

Movies with futuristic vibe

Overview

Two colleagues at a revolutionary research lab design technology to improve and perfect romantic relationships. As their work progresses, their discoveries become more profound.

Themes

Technology shaping intimacy, Synthetic companionship ethics, False memories ethics, Emotional authenticity tension, Affection economy manipulation, Genuine connection search

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Ant-Man and the Wasp

2. Ant-Man and the Wasp

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Rescue Mission Adventure
7.0
20181h 59min

Overview

Just when his time under house arrest is about to end, Scott Lang once again puts his freedom at risk to help Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym dive into the quantum realm and try to accomplish, against time and any chance of success, a very dangerous rescue mission.

Themes

Betrayal and deception, Trust under manipulation, Family bonds under pressure, Pursuit and capture, Scientific ambition vs ethics, House arrest consequences

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
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Pacific Rim: Uprising

3. Pacific Rim: Uprising

Action Fantasy Science Fiction Adventure Epic Action
5.6
20181h 51min

Overview

It has been ten years since The Battle of the Breach and the oceans are still, but restless. Vindicated by the victory at the Breach, the Jaeger program has evolved into the most powerful global defense force in human history. The PPDC now calls upon the best and brightest to rise up and become the next generation of heroes when the Kaiju threat returns.

Themes

Technological arms race, Drone program ethics, Leadership under loss, Duty vs independence, Youth in warfare, Mind control threat

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Black Panther

4. Black Panther

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
7.3
20182h 15min

Overview

King T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new leader. However, T'Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne by factions within his own country as well as without. Using powers reserved to Wakandan kings, T'Challa assumes the Black Panther mantle to join with ex-girlfriend Nakia, the queen-mother, his princess-kid sister, members of the Dora Milaje (the Wakandan 'special forces') and an American secret agent, to prevent Wakanda from being dragged into a world war.

Themes

Isolation vs engagement, Technological exceptionalism, Internal factionalism, Leadership legitimacy crisis, Outreach responsibility, Weaponization of technology

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Allegiant

5. Allegiant

Adventure Science Fiction Action Mystery Dystopian Sci-Fi
5.7
20162h

Overview

Beatrice Prior and Tobias Eaton venture into the world outside of the fence and are taken into protective custody by a mysterious agency known as the Bureau of Genetic Welfare.

Themes

Genetic manipulation ethics, Memory erasure as weapon, Rebellion within systems, State control and autonomy, Revolution and dystopia, Power and trust dynamics

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Batman: Bad Blood

6. Batman: Bad Blood

Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Superhero Action
6.8
20161h 14min

Overview

When Batman goes missing, it takes the entire Bat "family" - including Batwoman and Batwing - to keep the peace in Gotham and unravel the mystery behind the Dark Knight's disappearance.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Legacy and lineage, Alliance under threat, Team based protection, Mind-control risk, Missing hero duty

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Big Hero 6

7. Big Hero 6

Adventure Family Animation Action Comedy
7.8
20141h 42min

Overview

A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loss and memory, Coming of age, Ethical use of technology, Sibling relationships, Teamwork and friendship

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Lucy

8. Lucy

Action Science Fiction AI Sci-Fi One-Person Army
6.4
20141h 29min

Overview

A woman, accidentally caught in a dark deal, turns the tables on her captors and transforms into a merciless warrior evolved beyond human logic.

Themes

Brain capacity expansion, Telepathy focus, Time travel implications, Synthetic drug impact

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Transcendence

9. 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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Justice League: Doom

10. Justice League: Doom

Action Animation Science Fiction Fantasy Superhero Action
7.5
20121h 17min

Overview

An adaptation of Mark Waid's "Tower of Babel" story from the JLA comic. Vandal Savage steals confidential files Batman has compiled on the members of the Justice League, and learns all their weaknesses.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Preemption vs autonomy, Leadership under duress, Manipulation of contingency plans, External threat internal solidarity, Responsibility of power

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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