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Movies with playful vibe

171. Love Wedding Repeat

Overview

While trying to make his sister's wedding day go smoothly, Jack finds himself juggling an angry ex-girlfriend, an uninvited guest with a secret, a misplaced sleep sedative, and the girl that got away in alternate versions of the same day.

Themes

"movie: love wedding repeat. genres: comedy, Romance, Comedy, Romance main themes: romance, Wedding, Romance, Wedding full keywords list: romance, Wedding. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of love and the significance of timing in relationships. it suggests that amidst chaos and missed opportunities, Taking risks can lead to meaningful connections."

Available on

Netflix
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172. Stargirl

Overview

An unassuming high schooler finds himself inexplicably drawn to the free-spirited new girl, whose unconventional ways change how they see themselves…and their world.

Themes

Belonging and acceptance, Self-expression against norms, Conformity pressures, Talent challenging norms, Peer judgment, Identity experimentation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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173. The Thing About Harry

Overview

Two high school enemies, uber-jock Harry and out-and-proud Sam, are forced to share a car ride to their Missouri hometown for a friend's engagement party on Valentine's Day. Things take a turn when Sam learns Harry has come out.

Themes

Valentine's day romance, Out-and-proud setting, Romcom energy, Lgbt teen romance, Romcom dynamics, Missouri hometown backdrop

Available on

fuboTV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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174. Isi & Ossi

Overview

Isi and Ossi couldn't be any more different: She's a billionaire's daughter from Heidelberg, he's a struggling boxer from the nearby town of Mannheim. But when Isi meets Ossi, the two quickly realize that they can take advantage of one another: She dates the broke boxer to provoke her parents and get them to fund a long-desired chef training in New York. He tries to rip off the rich daughter to finance his first professional boxing match. Their plans soon develop into emotional chaos that challenges everything the two believe to know about money, career and love.

Themes

Class mobility tension, Deception in romance, Billionaire's daughter pressure, Boxer ambition vs wealth, Family expectations control, Romance as negotiation

Available on

Netflix
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175. Emma.

Emma.
Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy
6.7
20202h 5min

Overview

In 1800s England, a well-meaning but selfish young woman meddles in the love lives of her friends.

Themes

Matchmaking pressure (matchmaking), Romantic misreading, Social propriety, Gossip and reputation, Status norms, Romance vs friendship (19th century)

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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176. To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You

To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You
Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy
6.1
20201h 42min

Overview

Lara Jean and Peter have just taken their romance from pretend to officially real when another recipient of one of her love letters enters the picture.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Romantic insecurity, Love triangle, Communication and deception, Self-worth comparisons, Competing affections

Available on

Netflix
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177. Spies in Disguise

Spies in Disguise
Animation Action Adventure Comedy Family
6.8
20191h 42min

Overview

Super spy Lance Sterling and scientist Walter Beckett are almost exact opposites. Lance is smooth, suave and debonair. Walter is… not. But what Walter lacks in social skills he makes up for in smarts and invention, creating the awesome gadgets Lance uses on his epic missions. But when events take an unexpected turn, Walter and Lance suddenly have to rely on each other in a whole new way.

Themes

Deception and misdirection, Trust under threat, Institutional accountability, Risky innovation, Peaceful tech advocacy, Dueling loyalties

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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178. Jumanji: The Next Level

Overview

As the gang return to Jumanji to rescue one of their own, they discover that nothing is as they expect. The players will have to brave parts unknown and unexplored in order to escape the world’s most dangerous game.

Themes

Role switching identity, Adaptive leadership under danger, Trust across shifting alliances, Old and new role tensions, Survival under drought, Risk and cooperation under pressure

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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179. Knives Out

Overview

When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death.

Themes

Family pressure, Dependency leverage, Privilege manipulation, Inheritance obligation, Reputation leverage, Household authority

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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180. Noelle

Overview

Kris Kringle's daughter, Noelle, sets off on a mission to find and bring back her brother, after he gets cold feet when it's his turn to take over as Santa.

Themes

Duty vs desire, Tradition vs modernization, Gender leadership norms, Technology reshapes ritual, Family pressure dynamics, Public scrutiny of roles

Available on

Disney Plus
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