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I, Robot

1771. I, Robot

Action Science Fiction Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
7.1

20041h 55min

United States, Germany

Director: Alex Proyas

In 2035, where robots are commonplace and abide by the three laws of robotics, a technophobic cop investigates an apparent suicide. Suspecting that a robot may be responsible for the death, his investigation leads him to believe that humanity may be in danger.

Themes

Surveillance and manipulation, Humans versus machines, Ethics of free will, Control vs autonomy, Trust in artificial intelligence, Fear of technological governance

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King Arthur

1772. King Arthur

Adventure War History Action Drama
6.3

20042h 6min

Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Antoine Fuqua

The story of the Arthurian legend, based on the 'Sarmatian hypothesis' which contends that the legend has a historical nucleus in the Sarmatian heavy cavalry troops stationed in Britain, and that the Roman-British military commander, Lucius Artorius Castus is the historical person behind the legend.

Themes

Empire vs homeland, Loyalty vs autonomy, Authority and betrayal, Duty over life, Liberation and oppression, Tradition vs change

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Amazon Video
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Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

1773. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Comedy Satire
7.1

20041h 35min

United States

Director: Adam McKay

It's the 1970s and San Diego anchorman Ron Burgundy is the top dog in local TV, but that's all about to change when ambitious reporter Veronica Corningstone arrives as a new employee at his station.

Themes

Professional rivalry dynamics, Gendered workplace tensions, Ratings-driven media culture, Collaboration under competition, Broadcast manipulation ethics, Public image and reputational risk

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Amazon Video
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Spider-Man 2

1774. Spider-Man 2

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action City Adventure
7.5

20042h 7min

United States

Director: Sam Raimi

Peter Parker is going through a major identity crisis. Burned out from being Spider-Man, he decides to shelve his superhero alter ego, which leaves the city suffering in the wake of carnage left by the evil Doc Ock. In the meantime, Parker still can't act on his feelings for Mary Jane Watson, a girl he's loved since childhood. A certain anger begins to brew in his best friend Harry Osborn as well...

Themes

Dual identity pressure, Doctor scientist ethics, Death consequence awareness, Secret identity expectations, Tentacle influence peril, Romance under strain

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Fahrenheit 9/11

1775. Fahrenheit 9/11

Documentary Social & Political Documentary
7.5

20042h 3min

Italy, United States

Director: Michael Moore

Michael Moore's view on how the Bush administration allegedly used the tragic events on 9/11 to push forward its agenda for unjust wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Themes

Media manipulation, Unjust wars, Constitutional shift, Donor influence, Populist appeal, Political intrigue

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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White Chicks

1776. White Chicks

Comedy Crime Parody Undercover Sting Crime
5.9

20041h 49min

United States

Director: Keenen Ivory Wayans

Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socialites to the Hamptons--but when the girls are disfigured in a car accident, they refuse to go. Left without options, Marcus and Kevin decide to pose as the sisters, transforming themselves from black men into rich white women.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Social deception as currency, Prestige through performance, Class status via impersonation, Power struggles in high society, Appearance as legitimacy

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DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story

1777. DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story

Comedy Satire
6.7

20041h 32min

United States, Germany

Director: Rawson Marshall Thurber

When megalomaniacal White Goodman, the owner of a trendy, high-end fitness center, makes a move to take over the struggling local gym run by happy-go-lucky Pete La Fleur, there's only one way for La Fleur to fight back: dodgeball. Aided by a dodgeball guru and Goodman's attorney, La Fleur and his rag-tag team of underdogs launch a knock-down, drag-out battle in which the winner takes all.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Underdog resilience, Rivalry and deception, Against the odds, Competitive spectacle, Mentor protege dynamic

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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The Chronicles of Riddick

1778. The Chronicles of Riddick

Action Science Fiction Space Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.6

20041h 59min

United States

Director: David Twohy

After years of outrunning ruthless bounty hunters, escaped convict Riddick suddenly finds himself caught between opposing forces in a fight for the future of the human race. Now, waging incredible battles on fantastic and deadly worlds, this lone, reluctant hero will emerge as humanity's champion - and the last hope for a universe on the edge of annihilation.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Coercive faith and conversion, Survival under pursuit, Prophecy vs agency, Authority vs rebellion

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Kamikaze Girls

1779. Kamikaze Girls

Comedy Awkward Comedy
7.2

20041h 42min

Japan

Director: Tetsuya Nakashima

Momoko is an ordinary girl, living an ordinary life. Ordinary, that is, if you define ordinary as wearing elaborate lolita dresses from the Rococo period in 18th Century France. However, when punk girl and self-styled 'Yanki' Ichiko comes calling, her days as 'ordinary' are most certainly numbered...

Themes

Fashion as currency, Motorcycle gang dynamics, Class inequality through fashion, Girl gang rivalry, Kamikaze girls influence, Scooter mobility

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Rakuten TV
Amazon Video
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After paleoclimatologist Jack Hall is largely ignored by UN officials when presenting his environmental concerns about the beginning of a new Ice Age, his research proves true when a superstorm develops, setting off catastrophic natural disasters throughout the world. Trying to get to his son, Sam, who is trapped in New York City with his friend Laura and others, Jack and his crew must travel to get to Sam before it's too late.

Themes

Evacuation ethics, Resilience in disaster, Leadership under uncertainty, Interdependence of communities, Climate crisis response, Scientific authority vs politics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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