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Movies with fast-paced vibe

191. Blood & Gold

Blood & Gold
Action Drama War Military Action World War II
6.5
20231h 40minGermany
Director: Peter Thorwarth

Overview

At the end of World War II, a German soldier is looking for his daughter while an SS troop is looking for a Jewish treasure.

Themes

Treasure as motive, Family bonds under danger, Moral ambiguity in combat, War-torn survival, Exploitation under occupation, Betrayal by insiders

Available on

Netflix
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192. Evil Dead Rise

Evil Dead Rise
Horror Thriller Supernatural Horror Mind Game Thriller
6.5
20231h 36minIreland, New Zealand
Director: Lee Cronin

Overview

A reunion between two estranged sisters gets cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable.

Themes

Domestic space as battleground, Trauma and resilience under pressure, Sibling bonds under threat, Motherhood under siege, Demonic invasion and ritual, Survival under extreme danger

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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193. Renfield

Renfield
Comedy Fantasy Horror Dark Comedy Vampire Horror
6.4
20231h 33minUnited States
Director: Chris McKay

Overview

Having grown sick and tired of his centuries as Dracula's lackey, Renfield finds a new lease on life — and maybe even redemption — when he falls for feisty, perennially angry traffic cop Rebecca Quincy.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under pressure, Violence as control, Abusive power dynamics, Codependency dynamics, Autonomy pursuit, Crime underworld

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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194. The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Family Comedy Adventure Animation Fantasy
7.0
20231h 33minJapan, United States
Director: Aaron Horvath

Overview

While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers—and brothers—Mario and Luigi are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.

Themes

Family bond via shared work, Competition for respect via rivalry, Loyalty under external pressure, Collaboration with unlikely allies, Identity forged through work, Agency against circumstance

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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195. The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan

The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan
Adventure Action Drama History Adventure Epic
6.7
20232h 1minBelgium, France
Director: Martin Bourboulon

Overview

D'Artagnan, a spirited young Gascon, is left for dead after trying to save a noblewoman from being kidnapped. Once in Paris, he tries by all means to find his attackers, unaware that his quest will lead him to the very heart of a war where the future of France is at stake. Aided by King's Musketeers Athos, Porthos and Aramis, he faces the machinations of villainous Cardinal Richelieu and Milady de Winter, while falling in love with Constance, the Queen's confidante.

Themes

Duty vs loyalty, Romance under surveillance, Court intrigue and danger, Rebellion and allegiance, Honor under political pressure, Deception and political plots

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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196. Hunger

Hunger
Drama Entertainment Industry Drama
6.6
20232h 25minThailand
Director: Sitisiri Mongkolsiri

Overview

A talented young street-food cook pushes herself to the limit after accepting an invitation to train under an infamous and ruthless chef.

Themes

Craft under pressure, Reputation as currency, Competition and betrayal, Mentor dynamics and control, Wealth as status symbol, Class aspiration and excess

Available on

Netflix
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197. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
Adventure Fantasy Comedy Treasure Hunt Quest Fantasy
7.2
20232h 14minCanada, United States
Director: John Francis Daley

Overview

A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Loyalty under pressure, Power and legitimacy, Risk and improvisation, Collective resilience, Betrayal and strategy

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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198. John Wick: Chapter 4

John Wick: Chapter 4
Action Thriller Crime Epic Action Organized Crime
7.6
20232h 50minGermany, United States
Director: Chad Stahelski

Overview

With the price on his head ever increasing, John Wick uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes.

Themes

Loyalty under duress, Consequences of violence, Shifting alliances and betrayals, Power politics and exile, Leadership and reconciliation, Global underworld networks, Ritual dueling and tradition

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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199. Tetris

Tetris
Thriller History Drama Historical Event Political Thriller
7.4
20231h 58minUnited Kingdom
Director: Jon S. Baird

Overview

In 1988, American video game salesman Henk Rogers discovers the video game Tetris. When he sets out to bring the game to the world, he enters a dangerous web of lies and corruption behind the Iron Curtain.

Themes

Lies and corruption, Ethical ambiguity under pressure, Political pressure and coercion, International dealmaking under threat, Loyalty and friendship across borders, Rights licensing struggle

Available on

Apple TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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200. Flamin' Hot

Flamin' Hot
Drama History Historical Drama Biographical History
6.8
20231h 39minUnited States
Director: Eva Longoria

Overview

The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.

Themes

Based on true story framing, Biography authenticity aspiration, Janitor mobility through opportunity, Woman director leadership dynamics, Mexican american heritage leverage, Branding through multicultural marketing

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Prime Video
Hulu
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