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Movies with intense vibe

Burlesque

901. Burlesque

Drama Romance Entertainment Industry Drama Passionate Romance
6.4

20101h 59min

United States

Director: Steve Antin

Ali leaves behind a troubled life and follows her dreams to Los Angeles, where she lands a job as a cocktail waitress at the Burlesque Lounge, a once-majestic theater that houses an inspired musical revue. Vowing to perform there, she makes the leap from bar to stage, helping restore the club's former glory.

Themes

Economic pressure, Ownership of space, Dreams against constraints, Romance and competition, Public performance spectacle, Trust and reconciliation

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Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Unstoppable

902. Unstoppable

Action Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action Survival Thriller
6.8

20101h 38min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: Tony Scott

When a massive, unmanned locomotive roars out of control, the threat is more ominous than just a derailment. The train is laden with toxic chemicals, and an accident would decimate human life and cause an environmental disaster. The only hope of bringing the train to a safe stop is in the hands of veteran engineer Frank Barnes, and young conductor Will Colson, who must risk their lives to save those in the runaway's path. Inspired by true events.

Themes

Frontline expertise under pressure, Speed vs safety dilemma, Cost saving pressures, Hazardous materials risk, Industrial risk and responsibility, Bureaucratic delay vs action

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Welcome to the Rileys

903. Welcome to the Rileys

Drama Family Drama
6.9

20101h 50min

United States

Director: Jake Scott

Years after their teenage daughter’s death, Lois and Doug Riley, an upstanding Indiana couple, are frozen by estranging grief. Doug escapes to New Orleans on a business trip. Compelled by urgencies he doesn’t understand, he insinuates himself into the life of an underage hooker, becoming her platonic guardian.

Themes

Caregiving under pressure, Grief and responsibility, Unconventional family dynamics, Economic dependency, Boundaries and dependence, Age and vulnerability

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Barney's Version

904. Barney's Version

Comedy Drama Relationship Drama Dark Comedy
7.3

20102h 14min

Canada, Italy

Director: Richard J. Lewis

The picaresque and touching story of the politically incorrect, fully lived life of the impulsive, irascible and fearlessly blunt Barney Panofsky.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Memory loss, Marriage and divorce, Jealousy and infidelity, Picaresque life, Wealth and status

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Conviction

905. Conviction

Drama Legal Drama
7.2

20101h 47min

United States

Director: Tony Goldwyn

When Betty Anne Waters' older brother Kenny is arrested for murder and sentenced to life in 1983, Betty Anne, a Massachusetts wife and mother of two, dedicates her life to overturning the murder conviction. Convinced that her brother is innocent, Betty Anne puts herself through high school, college and, finally, law school in an 18 year quest to free Kenny. With the help of best friend Abra Rice, Betty Anne pores through suspicious evidence mounted by small town cop Nancy Taylor, meticulously retracing the steps that led to Kenny's arrest. Belief in her brother - and her quest for the truth - pushes Betty Anne and her team to uncover the facts and utilize DNA evidence with the hope of exonerating Kenny.

Themes

Family loyalty under pressure, Coercion and perjury, Systemic barriers to justice, Dna evidence overturns verdict, Advocacy within a flawed system, Delayed justice and reform

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Inside Job

906. Inside Job

Documentary Crime Social & Political Documentary
8.2

20101h 49min

United States

Director: Charles Ferguson

A film that exposes the shocking truth behind the economic crisis of 2008. The global financial meltdown, at a cost of over $20 trillion, resulted in millions of people losing their homes and jobs. Through extensive research and interviews with major financial insiders, politicians and journalists, Inside Job traces the rise of a rogue industry and unveils the corrosive relationships which have corrupted politics, regulation and academia.

Themes

Corporate influence on policy, Deregulation and risk, Systemic risk in finance, Predatory lending patterns, Unemployment and inequality, Bailout ethics and accountability

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Senna

907. Senna

Documentary Biographical Documentary
8.4

20101h 46min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Asif Kapadia

The remarkable story of Brazilian racing driver Ayrton Senna, charting his physical and spiritual achievements on the track and off, his quest for perfection, and the mythical status he has since attained, is the subject of Senna, a documentary feature that spans the racing legend's years as an F1 driver, from his opening season in 1984 to his untimely death a decade later.

Themes

Rivalry under pressure, Safety advocacy in motorsport, Technology reshaping racing, Politics of competition, Legacy through philanthropy, Championship pursuit under scrutiny

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Prime Video
Rakuten TV
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The Social Network

908. The Social Network

Drama Professional Drama
7.8

20102h 1min

United States

Director: David Fincher

In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.

Themes

Elite network competition, Ownership dilution, Partnership betrayal, Governance conflict, Legal proceedings, Techno entrepreneur ambition

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Let Me In

909. Let Me In

Drama Horror Mystery Vampire Horror Coming-of-Age Drama
7.1

20101h 56min

Sweden, United Kingdom

Director: Matt Reeves

A bullied young boy befriends a young female vampire who lives in secrecy with her guardian. A remake of the movie “Let The Right One In” which was an adaptation of a book.

Themes

Secrecy and guardianship, Bullying and retaliation, Boundaries and intrusion, Vulnerability and resilience, Protection versus danger, Otherness and isolation

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Superman/Batman: Apocalypse

910. Superman/Batman: Apocalypse

Science Fiction Action Adventure Animation Superhero Action
7.1

20101h 19min

United States

Director: Lauren Montgomery

Batman discovers a mysterious teen-aged girl with superhuman powers and a connection to Superman. When the girl comes to the attention of Darkseid, the evil overlord of Apokolips, events take a decidedly dangerous turn.

Themes

Belonging and identity, Power and responsibility, Duty and sacrifice, Brainwashing and autonomy, Suspicion of outsiders, Leadership and allegiance, Mentor-protégé trust

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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