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Movies with tense vibe

Sweetheart

1131. Sweetheart

Horror Monster Horror
5.8

20191h 22min

United States

Director: J.D. Dillard

Jenn has washed ashore a small tropical island and it doesn’t take her long to realize she’s completely alone. She must spend her days not only surviving the elements, but must also fend off the malevolent force that comes out each night.

Themes

"movie: sweetheart. genres: horror, Horror main themes: island, Monster, Ocean, Island, Monster, Ocean full keywords list: island, Monster, Ocean, Shipwreck, Survival, Creature, Sea monster, Deserted island, Creature feature, Monster movie, Universal monsters. concept analysis: the film explores the depths of human resilience in the face of isolation and existential terror. it delves into themes of survival, Trust, And the psychological impact of fear and betrayal among friends."

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High Flying Bird

1132. High Flying Bird

Drama Professional Drama
6.2

20191h 30min

United States

Director: Steven Soderbergh

When an NBA lockout sidelines his big rookie client, an agent hatches a bold plan to save their careers -- and disrupt the league's power structure.

Themes

Deception as strategy, Lockout driven leverage, Power dynamics in sport, Basketball economy under strain, Monetization during stoppage, Agency leadership shifts

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Netflix
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The Great Hack

1133. The Great Hack

Documentary Social & Political Documentary
7.0

20191h 54min

United States

Director: Karim Amer

Data—arguably the world’s most valuable asset—is being weaponized to wage cultural and political wars. The dark world of data exploitation is uncovered through the unpredictable, personal journeys of players on different sides of the explosive Cambridge Analytica/Facebook data story.

Themes

Data-driven political influence, Privacy regulation tension, Corporate accountability pressure, Whistleblower exposure, Microtargeting ethics, Public trust erosion

Available on

Netflix
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Late Night

1134. Late Night

Comedy Drama Workplace Comedy
6.5

20191h 42min

United States

Director: Nisha Ganatra

A legendary late-night talk show host's world is turned upside down when she hires her only female staff writer. Originally intended to smooth over diversity concerns, her decision has unexpectedly hilarious consequences as the two women separated by culture and generation are united by their love of a biting punchline.

Themes

Public image management, Ratings pressure, Diversity in media, Authenticity vs branding, Intergenerational clash, Workplace transformation

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
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Polar

1135. Polar

Action Crime Drama One-Person Army Organized Crime
6.3

20191h 58min

Germany, United States

Director: Jonas Åkerlund

When a retiring assassin realizes that he is the target of a hit, he winds up back in the game going head to head with a gang of younger, ruthless killers.

Themes

Loyalty and betrayal, Organized crime networks, Isolation and distrust, Violence as currency, Forced retirement pressure, Retirement benefits motive

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Netflix
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Brexit: The Uncivil War

1136. Brexit: The Uncivil War

History TV Movie Drama Political History Political Drama
7.0

20191h 33min

United Kingdom

Director: Toby Haynes

Political strategist Dominic Cummings leads a popular but controversial campaign to convince British voters to leave the European Union from 2015 up until the present day.

Themes

Donor influence, Loss of control, Data driven campaigning, Undecided voter hinge, Digital targeting ethics, Political polarization

Available on

blue TV
Canal VOD
Sky Store
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Love at Second Sight

1137. Love at Second Sight

Comedy Romance Fantasy Romantic Comedy Time-Rule Fantasy
6.9

20191h 57min

Belgium, France

Director: Hugo Gélin

A man tries to make his wife fall in love with him again, after waking up in an alternate reality where she never knew him.

Themes

Deception in romance, Memory and longing, Husband wife relationship dynamics, Alternate reality consequences, Creative ambition vs love, Identity and role negotiation

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France Channel Amazon Channel
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Glass

1138. Glass

Thriller Drama Science Fiction Mind Game Thriller Psychological Drama
6.6

20192h 9min

United States

Director: M. Night Shyamalan

In a series of escalating encounters, former security guard David Dunn uses his supernatural abilities to track Kevin Wendell Crumb, a disturbed man who has twenty-four personalities. Meanwhile, the shadowy presence of Elijah Price emerges as an orchestrator who holds secrets critical to both men.

Themes

Institutional secrecy, Surveillance specialist manipulation, Psychiatric hospital control, Comic book shop context, Former security guard perspective, Twenty-four personalities dynamics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.

Themes

Medieval tension, Quest as test, Enchantress threat, Sword as symbol, Knight code

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Reign of the Supermen

1140. Reign of the Supermen

Science Fiction Animation Action Adventure Fantasy
6.8

20191h 27min

United States

Director: Sam Liu

In the wake of The Death of Supermen, the world is still mourning the loss of the Man of Steel following his fatal battle with the monster Doomsday. However, no sooner as his body been laid to rest than do four new bearers of the Superman shield come forward to take on the mantle. The Last Son of Krypton, Superboy, Steel, and the Cyborg Superman all attempt to fill the vacuum left by the world's greatest champion. Meanwhile, Superman's death has also signaled to the universe that Earth is vulnerable. Can these new Supermen and the rest of the heroes prove them wrong?

Themes

Investigation under pressure, Deception and impersonation, Leadership legitimacy, Power through technology, Legacy vs replacement, Public trust and fear

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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