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Movies with reflective vibe

Four Good Days

1. Four Good Days

Drama Family Drama
6.6
20211h 40min

Overview

A mother helps her daughter work through four crucial days of recovery from substance abuse.

Themes

Drug addiction stigma, Mother daughter relationship challenges, Relapse cycle, Heroin withdrawl realities, Four crucial days

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YES DAY

2. YES DAY

Family Comedy Parent-Child Family High-Concept Comedy
5.7
20211h 26min

Overview

A mom and dad who usually say no decide to say yes to their kids' wildest requests — with a few ground rules — on a whirlwind day of fun and adventure.

Themes

"movie: yes day. genres: family, Comedy, Family, Comedy main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the balance between parental authority and the need for freedom and adventure in family life. it highlights the importance of communication and understanding in fostering healthy relationships among family members."

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Netflix
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Coming 2 America

3. Coming 2 America

Comedy High-Concept Comedy
5.3
20211h 48min

Overview

Prince Akeem Joffer is set to become King of Zamunda when he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America – a street savvy Queens native named Lavelle. Honoring his royal father's dying wish to groom this son as the crown prince, Akeem and Semmi set off to America once again.

Themes

"movie: coming 2 america. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: africa, Prince, Heir to the throne, Africa, Prince, Heir to the throne full keywords list: africa, Prince, Heir to the throne, Sequel, Mischievous, Dramatic. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of identity and family, Highlighting the importance of embracing one's roots while navigating new responsibilities. it also addresses themes of cultural heritage and the evolution of traditional values in a modern context."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
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Pelé

4. Pelé

Documentary Biographical Documentary
7.0
20211h 48min

Overview

Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Mixing rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, this documentary celebrates the legendary Brazilian footballer who personified football as art.

Themes

Memory through archives, Political interference in sports, Talent versus era constraints, Sport as national identity, Public interviews shaping narrative, Biography as public record

Available on

Netflix
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The Map of Tiny Perfect Things

5. The Map of Tiny Perfect Things

Fantasy Romance Time-Rule Fantasy Coming-of-Age Romance
6.8
20211h 39min

Overview

Two teenagers trapped in an endless time loop set out to find all the tiny things that make that one day perfect.

Themes

Intergenerational tension, Balancing dreams and duty, Time loop constraint, Caregiving under illness, Pursuit of tiny joys, Companionship beyond romance

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
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The World to Come

6. The World to Come

Romance Drama Western Passionate Romance Historical Drama
6.4
20211h 45min

Overview

In 1856, two women forge a close connection despite their isolation on the American frontier.

Themes

Jealousy and control, Practical marriage constraint, Isolation amplifies longing, Forbidden affection under scrutiny, Frontier life social pressures, Loss shapes bonds

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Overview

A mind-bending love story following Greg who, after recently being divorced and then fired, meets the mysterious Isabel, a woman living on the streets and convinced that the polluted, broken world around them is just a computer simulation. Doubtful at first, Greg eventually discovers there may be some truth to Isabel’s wild conspiracy.

Themes

"movie: bliss. genres: science fiction, Romance, Drama, Science fiction, Romance, Drama main themes: necklace, Simulation, Roller-skating, Necklace, Simulation, Roller-skating full keywords list: necklace, Simulation, Roller-skating, Film in film, High school graduation, Falling in love, Divorce, Anger, Fired from the job, Observatory, Divorced man, Carefree, Daydreaming, Philosophical, Office job, Father daughter relationship, Brother sister relationship, Homeless woman, Bar, Pretentious. concept analysis: the film explores the nature of reality and the impact of technology on human perception, Questioning what is truly real. it delves into themes of isolation, Love, And the struggle between illusion and truth."

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Nomadland

8. Nomadland

Drama Tragic Drama
7.3
20211h 48min

Overview

A woman in her sixties embarks on a journey through the western United States after losing everything in the Great Recession, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.

Themes

Economic precarity, Late stage capitalism, Nomad community bonds, Seasonal work insecurity, Van life resilience, Self-sufficiency on the road

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Marksman

9. The Marksman

Action Drama Thriller One-Person Army Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
5.7
20211h 48min

Overview

Jim Hanson’s quiet life is suddenly disturbed by two people crossing the US/Mexico border – a woman and her young son – desperate to flee a Mexican cartel. After a shootout leaves the mother dead, Jim becomes the boy’s reluctant defender. He embraces his role as Miguel’s protector and will stop at nothing to get him to safety, as they go on the run from the relentless assassins.

Themes

"movie: the marksman. genres: action, Drama, Thriller, Action, Drama, Thriller main themes: assassin, Mexico, War veteran, Assassin, Mexico, War veteran full keywords list: assassin, Mexico, War veteran, Usa–mexico border, Murder, Drug cartel, Farmer, Dead dog, Road movie. concept analysis: the film examines the themes of sacrifice and the moral complexities of protecting the innocent in a world rife with violence. it highlights the emotional toll of loss and the lengths one will go to for redemption and connection."

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Josee, the Tiger and the Fish

10. Josee, the Tiger and the Fish

Animation Drama Romance Anime Relationship Drama
7.6
20201h 38min

Overview

With dreams of diving abroad, Tsuneo gets a job assisting Josee, an artist whose imagination takes her far beyond her wheelchair. But when the tide turns against them, they push each other to places they never thought possible, and inspire a love fit for a storybook.

Themes

Romance under constraint, Dreams vs reality, Growth through adversity, Disability and independence, Caregiving responsibility, Art as identity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Crunchyroll
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