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Movies with energetic vibe

191. Hands of Stone

Hands of Stone
Drama Sports Biography
6.6
20161h 51minPanama, United States
Director: Jonathan Jakubowicz

Overview

The legendary Roberto Duran and his equally legendary trainer Ray Arcel change each other's lives.

Themes

Ambition vs loyalty, Mentor influence and loyalty, Rise through adversity, Outsider resentment toward power, Public pressure and honor, Career longevity under scrutiny

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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192. Suicide Squad

Suicide Squad
Action Adventure Fantasy Superhero Action Adventure Epic
5.9
20162h 2minUnited States
Director: David Ayer

Overview

From DC Comics comes the Suicide Squad, an antihero team of incarcerated supervillains who act as deniable assets for the United States government, undertaking high-risk black ops missions in exchange for commuted prison sentences.

Themes

Loyalty under coercion, Betrayal among allies, Moral ambiguity of criminals, Outsiders as assets, Control via implanted devices, Coercive government program

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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193. Shin Godzilla

Shin Godzilla
Action Science Fiction Horror Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Monster Horror
6.8
20162hJapan
Director: Shinji Higuchi

Overview

When a massive, gilled monster emerges from the deep and tears through the city, the government scrambles to save its citizens. A rag-tag team of volunteers cuts through a web of red tape to uncover the monster's weakness and its mysterious ties to a foreign superpower. But time is not on their side - the greatest catastrophe to ever befall the world is about to evolve right before their very eyes.

Themes

Political incompetence, Bureaucratic inertia, Crisis escalation dynamics, Civilian evacuation ethics, International cooperation, Nuclear threat management

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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194. Bad Moms

Bad Moms
Comedy Adult Comedy
6.2
20161h 40minUnited States, China
Director: Scott Moore

Overview

When three overworked and under-appreciated moms are pushed beyond their limits, they ditch their conventional responsibilities for a jolt of long overdue freedom, fun, and comedic self-indulgence.

Themes

Work life balance, Infidelity divorce tension, Bake sale power clash, Single mother solidarity, Soccer benching injustice, Family roles disruption

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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195. Ice Age: Collision Course

Ice Age: Collision Course
Adventure Animation Family Comedy Science Fiction
5.7
20161h 35minUnited States
Director: Mike Thurmeier

Overview

Set after the events of Continental Drift, Scrat's epic pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults him outside of Earth, where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the planet. To save themselves from peril, Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the herd leave their home and embark on a quest full of thrills and spills, highs and lows, laughter and adventure while traveling to exotic new lands and locations.

Themes

Intergenerational tension, Cooperation under threat, Emergent leadership under pressure, Technology vs longevity, Longevity vs youth, Alliances between rivals

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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196. The Secret Life of Pets

The Secret Life of Pets
Family Comedy Adventure Animation Animal Companion Family
6.5
20161h 26minUnited States
Director: Chris Renaud

Overview

The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes.

Themes

Belonging and loyalty, Deception and alliance, Human-animal boundaries, Abandonment and attachment, Urban risk and resilience, Group dynamics and leadership

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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197. Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Comedy Music Parody Backstage & Showbiz Music
6.7
20161h 26minUnited States
Director: Akiva Schaffer

Overview

When his new album fails to sell records, pop/rap superstar Conner4real goes into a major tailspin and watches his celebrity high life begin to collapse. He'll try anything to bounce back, anything except reuniting with his old rap group The Style Boyz.

Themes

Public image manipulation, Fame vs credit, Sponsorship pressure, Creative collaboration vs ego, Reunion and loyalty, Group dissolution and solo rise

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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198. High Strung

High Strung
Music Romance Drama Narrative Musical Passionate Romance
6.3
20161h 36minRomania, United States
Director: Michael Damian

Overview

When a hip hop violinist busking in the New York subway encounters a classical dancer on scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory of the Arts, sparks fly. With the help of a hip hop dance crew they must find a common ground while preparing for a competition that could change their lives forever.

Themes

Rivalry under pressure, Immigration and belonging, Scholarship vs merit, Economic barriers to training, Genre crossing collaboration, Discipline vs improvisation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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199. Italian Race

Italian Race
Drama Action Sports Competition Vehicle-Driven Action
7.2
20161h 59minItaly
Director: Matteo Rovere

Overview

Giulia De Martino is a pilot. At seventeen she participates in the GT Championship, under the guidance of her father Mario. But one day everything changes and Giulia has to face alone both the track and her own life.

Themes

Race discrimination in sports, Politicization of racing in sports, Public spectacle in sports, Civil rights in international competition, Propaganda in motorsport, Fame versus focus in sports

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
blue TV
Rakuten TV
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200. Justice League vs. Teen Titans

Justice League vs. Teen Titans
Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Comedy
7.0
20161h 18minUnited States
Director: Sam Liu

Overview

Robin is sent by Batman to work with the Teen Titans after his volatile behavior botches up a Justice League mission. The Titans must then step up to face Trigon after he possesses the League and threatens to conquer the world.

Themes

Teamwork under crisis, Leadership under strain, Possession and control, Belonging vs outsiders, Authority under pressure, Mentorship through conflict

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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