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Movies with cynical vibe

Barbie

1. Barbie

Comedy Adventure Satire Adventure Epic
6.8
20231h 54min

Overview

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Themes

Satire of consumer culture, Indoctrination and deprogramming, Patriarchy and autonomy, Beauty standards critique, Female empowerment under scrutiny, Gender norms and social roles

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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The Out-Laws

2. The Out-Laws

Romance Action Comedy Romantic Comedy Parody
5.4
20231h 35min

Overview

A straight-laced bank manager is about to marry the love of his life. When his bank is held up by infamous Ghost Bandits during his wedding week, he believes his future in-laws who just arrived in town, are the infamous Out-Laws.

Themes

"movie: the out-laws. genres: romance, Action, Comedy, Romance, Action, Comedy main themes: bank manager, Affectation, Wedding, Bank manager, Affectation, Wedding full keywords list: bank manager, Affectation, Wedding, Bank robbery, In-laws, Amused. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of familial relationships and the unexpected bonds that form in times of crisis. it highlights the theme of trust and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones, Even when faced with absurd circumstances."

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Netflix
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Joy Ride

3. Joy Ride

Comedy Buddy Comedy
6.4
20231h 34min

Overview

When Audrey's business trip to Asia goes sideways, she enlists the aid of Lolo, her irreverent, childhood best friend who also happens to be a hot mess; Kat, her college friend turned Chinese soap star; and Deadeye, Lolo's eccentric cousin. Their no-holds-barred, epic experience becomes a journey of bonding, friendship, belonging, and wild debauchery that reveals the universal truth of what it means to know and love who you are.

Themes

Deception and performance, Creative reinvention, Identity negotiation, Adoption and origins, Intergenerational ties, Female friendship and belonging

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Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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They Cloned Tyrone

4. They Cloned Tyrone

Comedy Science Fiction Mystery Dark Comedy Investigation Mystery
6.6
20232h 2min

Overview

A series of eerie events thrusts an unlikely trio onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy lurking directly beneath their neighborhood.

Themes

Surveillance and control, Experimental ethics, Racial exploitation, Deception for order, Cloning and dehumanization, Assimilation as violence

Available on

Netflix
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Reality

5. Reality

Drama Thriller Political Drama Political Thriller
6.7
20231h 23min

Overview

Augusta, Georgia, United States, June 3, 2017. After running some errands, Reality Winner returns home, where she is approached by two men.

Themes

Whistleblower ethics, Transparency vs secrecy, Media coverage impact, Public interest vs loyalty, Legal jeopardy and risk, Institutional response to leaks

Available on

HBO Max
HBO Max Amazon Channel
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Fast X

6. Fast X

Action Crime Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action Organized Crime
5.7
20232h 22min

Overview

Over many missions and against impossible odds, Dom Toretto and his family have outsmarted, out-nerved and outdriven every foe in their path. Now, they confront the most lethal opponent they've ever faced: A terrifying threat emerging from the shadows of the past who's fueled by blood revenge, and who is determined to shatter this family and destroy everything—and everyone—that Dom loves, forever.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Trust vs suspicion, Revenge and retaliation, Family under threat, High stakes risk taking, Deception and double games

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Love Again

7. Love Again

Romance Drama Comedy Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
5.9
20231h 44min

Overview

Mira Ray, dealing with the loss of her fiancé, John, sends a series of romantic texts to his old cell phone number… not realizing the number was reassigned to Rob Burns' new work phone. Rob, a journalist, is captivated by the honesty in the beautifully confessional texts. When he’s assigned to write a profile of megastar Céline Dion, he enlists her help in figuring out how to meet Mira in person and win her heart.

Themes

"movie: love again. genres: romance, Drama, Comedy, Romance, Drama, Comedy main themes: new york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book, New york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book full keywords list: new york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book, Illustrator, Artist, Text messaging, Based on movie, Grieving, Duringcreditsstinger, Death of fiancé, Music critic, Children's author, Unexpected romance, Confess feelings, Loss and grief. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of love and healing in the face of loss, Illustrating how connections can emerge from grief. it highlights the transformative power of vulnerability and the courage it takes to open one's heart again."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Robots

8. Robots

Comedy Science Fiction Romance Fantasy High-Concept Comedy
5.5
20231h 33min

Overview

A womanizer and a gold digger trick people into relationships with illegal robot doubles. When they unwittingly use this scam on each other, their robot doubles fall in love and elope, forcing the duo to team up to hunt them down before the authorities discover their secret.

Themes

"movie: robots. genres: comedy, Science fiction, Romance, Fantasy, Comedy, Science fiction, Romance, Fantasy main themes: romcom, Robot, Scam artist, Romcom, Robot, Scam artist full keywords list: romcom, Robot, Scam artist, Humanoid robot, Independent film, Dating scam. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of technology and identity through the lens of human relationships and self-awareness. it raises questions about empathy, Love, And the consequences of using technology to escape personal responsibilities."

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Renfield

9. Renfield

Comedy Fantasy Horror Dark Comedy Vampire Horror
6.4
20231h 33min

Overview

Having grown sick and tired of his centuries as Dracula's lackey, Renfield finds a new lease on life — and maybe even redemption — when he falls for feisty, perennially angry traffic cop Rebecca Quincy.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under pressure, Violence as control, Abusive power dynamics, Codependency dynamics, Autonomy pursuit, Crime underworld

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Hunger

10. Hunger

Drama Entertainment Industry Drama
6.6
20232h 25min

Overview

A talented young street-food cook pushes herself to the limit after accepting an invitation to train under an infamous and ruthless chef.

Themes

Craft under pressure, Reputation as currency, Competition and betrayal, Mentor dynamics and control, Wealth as status symbol, Class aspiration and excess

Available on

Netflix
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