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Movies with energetic vibe

271. The Smurfs 2

The Smurfs 2
Fantasy Family Comedy Animation Parent-Child Family
5.3
20131h 45minUnited States, Canada
Director: Raja Gosnell

Overview

The evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called the Naughties that he hopes will let him harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf-essence. But when he discovers that only a real Smurf can give him what he wants, and only a secret spell that Smurfette knows can turn the Naughties into real Smurfs, Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette and brings her to Paris, where he has been winning the adoration of millions as the world¹s greatest sorcerer. It's up to Papa, Clumsy, Grouchy, and Vanity to return to our world, reunite with their human friends Patrick and Grace Winslow, and rescue her! Will Smurfette, who has always felt different from the other Smurfs, find a new connection with the Naughties Vexy and Hackus or will the Smurfs convince her that their love for her is True Blue?

Themes

Adventure under pressure, Child friendly humor, Family comedy, Fantasy magic, Interdimensional travel, Teamwork and resilience

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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272. The To Do List

The To Do List
Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Adult Comedy
5.8
20131h 44minUnited States
Director: Maggie Carey

Overview

Feeling pressured to become more sexually experienced before she goes to college, Brandy Klark makes a list of things to accomplish before hitting campus in the fall.

Themes

Parental scrutiny of sex, Peer pressure around sexuality, Ambition versus experimentation, Social judgment of intimacy, Trust and deception in dating, Female sexuality empowerment constraints

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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273. RED 2

RED 2
Action Comedy Crime Thriller Spy Action
6.6
20131h 56minUnited States
Director: Dean Parisot

Overview

Retired C.I.A. agent Frank Moses reunites his unlikely team of elite operatives for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear device.

Themes

Loyalty under duress, Deception and betrayal, Institutional corruption, Unreliable alliances, Fugitives under surveillance, Pursuit of dangerous device

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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274. Underdogs

Underdogs
Animation Adventure Romance Family Animation Rescue Mission Adventure
6.4
20131h 47minArgentina, Spain
Director: Juan José Campanella

Overview

All seems well for Amadeo, a shy but talented foosball player who's in love with the free-spirited Laura. Trouble strikes when Grosso, the world's best soccer player, returns home with plans to destroy the village and turn it into a new sports stadium. When Grosso kidnaps Laura, Amadeo receives the ultimate surprise when the figurines from his foosball table spring to life to help him save his beloved and reclaim the town.

Themes

Community resilience under pressure, Family vs employer conflict, Loyalty under rival pressure, Economic strain from relocation, Ownership and rights disputes, Romantic tension amid competition

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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275. Turbo

Turbo
Animation Family Family Animation Animal Companion Family
6.4
20131h 36minUnited States
Director: David Soren

Overview

The tale of an ordinary garden snail who dreams of winning the Indy 500.

Themes

Risk and resilience, Speed as identity, Underdog ambition, Competition and deception, Spectacle-driven commerce, Community versus ambition

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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276. Grown Ups 2

Grown Ups 2
Comedy Adult Comedy
5.4
20131h 41minUnited States
Director: Dennis Dugan

Overview

Lenny has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises—the last day of school.

Themes

Friendship under pressure, Small town dynamics, Aging group dynamics, Cliff edge chaos, Sequel expectations and humor, Past influence on choices

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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277. Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain

Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain
Comedy Documentary Biographical Documentary High-Concept Comedy
6.7
20131h 14minUnited States
Director: Leslie Small

Overview

Captures the laughter, energy and mayhem from Hart's 2012 "Let Me Explain" concert tour, which spanned 10 countries and 80 cities, and generated over $32 million in ticket sales.

Themes

Divorce and self image pressure, Public performance as explanation, Audience dynamics in venue, Private shift vs public reception, Showmanship under scrutiny, Spectacle shaping narrative

Available on

Google Play Movies
YouTube
Plex Channel
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278. My Mom Is a Character

My Mom Is a Character
Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.8
20131h 25minBrazil
Director: André Pellenz

Overview

After another spat with her kids, Dona Hermínia decides to take some time off from them and hides away in her aunt's house, where she reminisces about her kids in an age when they still needed her.

Themes

Work life balance, Family conflict, Intergenerational memory, Urban social pressures, Parental independence, Self reflection


279. Monsters University

Monsters University
Animation Family Family Animation
7.2
20131h 44minUnited States
Director: Dan Scanlon

Overview

A look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University — when they weren't necessarily the best of friends.

Themes

Trust and betrayal, Rivalry vs collaboration, Underdog team formation, Competition and energy, Legacy vs self-made success, Adaptation and role switching

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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280. Now You See Me

Now You See Me
Thriller Crime Heist Investigation Suspense
7.2
20131h 56minUnited States, France
Director: Louis Leterrier

Overview

An FBI agent investigates a crew of four professional illusionists who pull off brazen bank heists during their shows and hand the money out to the audience. Who are they—magicians, or just a bunch of con artists?

Themes

Deception as strategy, Spectacle versus profit, Secret circles and manipulation, Justice under elite influence, Hidden wealth transfers, Moral ambiguity of wealth

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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