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Movies with fast-paced vibe

221. Suzume

Suzume
Animation Drama Adventure Fantasy Anime
7.6
20222h 2minJapan
Director: Makoto Shinkai

Overview

Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl. On her way to school, she meets a mysterious young man. But her curiosity unleashes a calamity that endangers the entire population of Japan, and so Suzume embarks on a journey to set things right.

Themes

Duty across generations, Guardian burden, Fateful door stewardship, Local disasters and recovery, Self-discovery through crisis, Human connection across distances

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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222. Lost Bullet 2

Lost Bullet 2
Action Crime Thriller Drama Vehicle-Driven Action
6.3
20221h 38minBelgium, France
Director: Guillaume Pierret

Overview

Having cleared his name, genius mechanic Lino has only one goal in mind: getting revenge on the corrupt cops who killed his brother and his mentor.

Themes

Loyalty vs duty, Revenge versus justice, Systemic corruption, Deception within ranks, Protecting witnesses under duress, Power struggles within law enforcement

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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223. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.6
20222h 42minUnited States
Director: Ryan Coogler

Overview

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.

Themes

Loss and legacy, Royal succession pressure, Intergroup alliance vs conquest, Resource exploitation under threat, Ethical duty vs personal vengeance, Cultural isolation vs global contact

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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224. Wendell & Wild

Wendell & Wild
Animation Comedy Horror Stop-Motion Animation Dark Comedy
6.4
20221h 45minUnited States
Director: Henry Selick

Overview

In a world where demon hair cream can yank the dead out of their graves, a punk rock-loving teen strikes a deal to resurrect her parents—only to unleash power-hungry corpses and two scheming underworld rejects on her crumbling town.

Themes

Betrayal and deception, Grief and resilience, Corporate influence, Community under threat, Economic exploitation, Private prison power

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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225. Jerry & Marge Go Large

Jerry & Marge Go Large
Comedy Drama High-Concept Comedy Family Drama
6.9
20221h 36minUnited States
Director: David Frankel

Overview

The remarkable true story of how retiree Jerry Selbee discovers a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and, with the help of his wife, Marge, wins $27 million dollars and uses the money to revive their small Michigan town.

Themes

Community resilience under pressure, Risk versus reward, Small town revival, Loophole exploitation, External attention and interference, Economic opportunity vs ethics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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226. Deadstream

Deadstream
Horror Comedy Dark Comedy Supernatural Horror
6.4
20221h 28minUnited States, United Kingdom
Director: Vanessa Winter

Overview

A disgraced internet personality attempts to win back his followers by livestreaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.

Themes

Found footage aesthetics, Performative risk, Parasocial dynamics, Fame pursuit tension, Audience spectacle, Surveillance culture

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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227. The Good Nurse

The Good Nurse
Drama Crime Mystery Serial Killer Crime Investigation Mystery
6.8
20222h 1minUnited States
Director: Tobias Lindholm

Overview

Suspicious that her colleague is responsible for a series of mysterious patient deaths, a nurse risks her own life to uncover the truth.

Themes

Deception and accountability, Family bonds under stress, Nurse ethics under pressure, Investigation and institutional strain, Caregiving under risk

Available on

Netflix
The Roku Channel
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228. Black Adam

Black Adam
Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.1
20222h 5minUnited States
Director: Jaume Collet-Serra

Overview

Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods—and imprisoned just as quickly—Black Adam is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world.

Themes

Based on comic, Dc extended universe, Superhero team dynamics, Ancient ruler legacy, Demon-champion power, Reluctant protector duty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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229. Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Comedy Family Music Animal Companion Family Narrative Musical
6.1
20221h 46minItaly, United States
Director: Josh Gordon

Overview

When the Primm family moves to New York City, their young son Josh struggles to adapt to his new school and new friends. All of that changes when he discovers Lyle — a singing crocodile who loves baths, caviar and great music — living in the attic of his new home. But when Lyle’s existence is threatened by evil neighbor Mr. Grumps, the Primms must band together to show the world that family can come from the most unexpected places.

Themes

Resilience through upheaval, Exploitation of talent, Outsider belonging and acceptance, Family formed through unlikely bonds, Art as identity under pressure, Neighbor conflict and civil action

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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230. November

November
Crime Drama Thriller Police Procedural Political Thriller
6.7
20221h 45minBelgium, France
Director: Cédric Jimenez

Overview

In November 2015, a series of unprecedented and deadly attacks hits Paris. The anti-terrorist police led by Heloise and her chief commander Fred face an unprecedented level of pressure. In a race against the clock, they must find the perpetrators of the attacks as quickly as possible before they can strike again, travelling across Europe and beyond in one of the biggest manhunts in history.

Themes

Anti terror pressure, Terrorist attack echoes, Cross border pursuit, Time driven coordination, Institutional resilience under strain, Public safety versus procedure

Available on

France Channel Amazon Channel
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