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Movies with satirical vibe

The East

431. The East

Drama Thriller Political Thriller Political Drama
6.8

20131h 56min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: Zal Batmanglij

Overview

An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty vs duty, Romance under pressure, Corporate accountability, Eco terrorist protest, Undercover ethics conflict

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Now You See Me

432. Now You See Me

Thriller Crime Heist Investigation Suspense
7.2

20131h 56min

United 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

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Hangover Part III

433. The Hangover Part III

Comedy Dark Comedy
5.9

20131h 40min

United States

Director: Todd Phillips

Overview

This time, there's no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

Themes

Trust under duress, Deception and betrayal, Coercive power dynamics, Reckless decision making, Chaotic resilience of friendship, Group loyalty vs independence

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Great Beauty

434. The Great Beauty

Drama Psychological Drama
7.7

20132h 22min

France, Italy

Director: Paolo Sorrentino

Overview

Jep Gambardella has seduced his way through the lavish nightlife of Rome for decades, but after his 65th birthday and a shock from the past, Jep looks past the nightclubs and parties to find a timeless landscape of absurd, exquisite beauty.

Themes

Deception and revelation, Socialite culture and emptiness, Aging and beauty obsession, Performative culture and authenticity, Art versus religion tension, Memory and longing for significance

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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The Big Wedding

435. The Big Wedding

Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.6

20131h 30min

United States

Director: Justin Zackham

Overview

To the amusement of their adult children and friends, long-divorced couple Don and Ellie Griffin are forced to play the happy couple for the sake of their adopted son's wedding after his ultra conservative Catholic biological mother unexpectedly decides to fly halfway across the world to attend. With all of the wedding guests looking on, the Griffins are hilariously forced to confront their past, present and future - and hopefully avoid killing each other in the process.

Themes

Family dynamics under strain, Forbidden attractions and boundaries, Deception around marriage, Intergenerational tensions, Public/private conflict during wedding, Tradition vs modern relationships

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Pain & Gain

436. Pain & Gain

Comedy Crime Action Satire Con Artist Crime
6.4

20132h 10min

United States

Director: Michael Bay

Overview

Daniel Lugo, manager of the Sun Gym in 1990s Miami, decides that there is only one way to achieve his version of the American dream: extortion. To achieve his goal, he recruits musclemen Paul and Adrian as accomplices. After several failed attempts, they abduct rich businessman Victor Kershaw and convince him to sign over all his assets to them. But when Kershaw makes it out alive, authorities are reluctant to believe his story.

Themes

Scam via kidnapping, Greed via extortion, Weight lifting misused, Scam via leverage, Trust exploited by crime, Miami backdrop, Loyalty tested by crime

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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It's a Disaster

437. It's a Disaster

Comedy Dark Comedy
6.4

20131h 30min

United States

Director: Todd Berger

Overview

Four couples meet for Sunday brunch only to discover they are stuck in a house together as the world may be about to end.

Themes

Group dynamics under pressure, Survival under threat, Social ritual under duress, Crisis induced relationship strain, Mistrust and suspicion, Hidden affairs revealed

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Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Family Weekend

438. Family Weekend

Comedy Drama Awkward Comedy Family Drama
6.2

20131h 45min

United States

Director: Benjamin Epps

Overview

A 16-year-old girl takes her parents hostage after they miss her big jump-roping competition.

Themes

Deception within family, Relocation and instability, Loyalty under crime, Survival under protection, Violence intruding domestic life, Performance of normal life

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

439. The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

Comedy Satire
5.9

20131h 40min

United States

Director: Don Scardino

Overview

After breaking up with his longtime stage partner, a famous but jaded Vegas magician fights for relevance when a new, "hip" street magician appears on the scene.

Themes

Reinvention under pressure, Audience manipulation ethics, Spectacle and endurance, Ego vs artistry, Mentor guidance and legacy, Competition and relevance

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Cheap Thrills

440. Cheap Thrills

Comedy Crime Drama Thriller Dark Comedy
6.7

20131h 28min

United States

Director: E.L. Katz

Overview

Recently fired and facing eviction, a new dad has his life turned upside down when he meets a wealthy couple who offer a path to financial security... but at a price.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Moral compromise under pressure, Bets and dares as currency, Trust fraying among friends, Economic precarity via debt, Class vulnerability under spectacle

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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