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Movies with tense vibe

Anon

1311. Anon

Science Fiction Crime Mystery Thriller Dystopian Sci-Fi
6.1

20181h 40min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: Andrew Niccol

Set in a near-future world where there is no privacy, ignorance or anonymity, our private memories are recorded and crime almost ceases to exist. In trying to solve a series of unsolved murders, Sal Frieland stumbles onto a young woman who appears to have subverted the system and disappeared. She has no identity, no history and no record. Sal realizes it may not be the end of crime but the beginning. Known only as 'The Girl', Sal must find her before he becomes the next victim.

Themes

Serial killer dynamics, Privacy erosion, Procedural constraints, Augmented reality ethics, Dystopia pressures

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John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City

1312. John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City

Comedy TV Movie Satire
7.9

20181h 5min

United States

Director: Alex Timbers

John Mulaney relays stories from his childhood and "SNL," eviscerates the value of college and laments getting older in this electric comedy special.

Themes

Family dynamics, Aging and self-doubt, Education debt burden, Nostalgia vs modernity, Marital trust under scrutiny, Donor culture and philanthropy

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Netflix
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Tremors: A Cold Day in Hell

1313. Tremors: A Cold Day in Hell

Action Adventure Science Fiction Survival Adventure Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
5.0

20181h 38min

United States, South Africa

Director: Don Michael Paul

Burt Gummer and Travis Welker find themselves in a fight for survival after investigating deadly giant worm attacks in the Canadian arctic.

Themes

"movie: tremors: a cold day in hell. genres: action, Adventure, Science fiction, Action, Adventure, Science fiction main themes: monster, Sequel, Creature, Monster, Sequel, Creature full keywords list: monster, Sequel, Creature, Graboids, Giant worm, Power wagon. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of survival against nature's monstrous creations and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the manipulation of biological entities for human gain. it raises questions about the consequences of scientific experimentation and the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones and their way of life."

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Behind the Curve

1314. Behind the Curve

Documentary Social & Political Documentary
6.5

20181h 36min

United States

Director: Daniel J. Clark

Meet the growing, worldwide community of theorists who defend the belief that the Earth is flat while living in a society who vehemently rejects it.

Themes

Belief vs evidence, Conspiracy theory appeal, Science literacy gap, Identity through belief, Critical thinking erosion, Online community dynamics

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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Avengers: Infinity War

1315. Avengers: Infinity War

Adventure Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Space Sci-Fi
8.4

20182h 29min

United States

Director: Anthony Russo

As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is to collect all six Infinity Stones, artifacts of unimaginable power, and use them to inflict his twisted will on all of reality. Everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment - the fate of Earth and existence itself has never been more uncertain.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Destiny and choice, Alliances under threat, Collective duty, Moral cost of ambition, Power and sacrifice

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Disney Plus
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Traffik

1316. Traffik

Thriller Action Survival Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action
5.9

20181h 36min

United States

Director: Deon Taylor

A couple off for a romantic weekend in the mountains are accosted by a biker gang. Alone in the mountains, Brea and John must defend themselves against the gang, who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets.

Themes

"movie: traffik. genres: thriller, Action, Thriller, Action main themes: small town, Sheriff, Husband wife relationship, Small town, Sheriff, Husband wife relationship full keywords list: small town, Sheriff, Husband wife relationship, Corruption, Fight, Gas station, Kidnapping, Human trafficking, Biker, Flashback, Murder, Death, Phone, Traffik. concept analysis: the film explores the harrowing realities of human trafficking and the moral corruption that can exist within law enforcement. it serves as a critique of societal complicity in the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, Highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action against such injustices."

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Dude

1317. Dude

Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.1

20181h 30min

United States

Director: Olivia Milch

Four best friends negotiate loss and major life changes during the last two weeks of high school.

Themes

Education choices and independence, Loyalty vs personal needs, Consent and power in relationships, Family dynamics and divorce, Grief and coming of age, Friendship under stress

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Bad Samaritan

1318. Bad Samaritan

Thriller Crime Horror Drama Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
6.4

20181h 51min

United States

Director: Dean Devlin

A thief makes a disturbing discovery in the house where he breaks in. Later, when he returns to the same house with his partner in crime, things are no longer how he expected.

Themes

Manipulation and control, Deception and betrayal, Trust under threat, Revenge through harm, Power and insecurity, Victimization of the vulnerable

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Beast

1319. Beast

Mystery Crime Drama Whodunit Serial Killer Crime
6.8

20181h 47min

United Kingdom

Director: Michael Pearce

A troubled woman living in an isolated community finds herself pulled between the control of her oppressive family and the allure of a secretive outsider suspected of a series of brutal murders.

Themes

Serial killer dynamics, Moral ambiguity, Suspicion and deception, Beach memory, Island isolation and control, Birthday pressure, Ambivalence and belonging

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Amazon Video
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Alex Strangelove

1320. Alex Strangelove

Comedy Drama Awkward Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.3

20181h 39min

United States

Director: Craig Johnson

Alex Truelove is on a quest to lose his virginity, an event eagerly awaited by his patient girlfriend and cheered on with welcome advice by his rowdy friends. But Alex, a super gregarious dude, is oddly unmotivated. A magical house party throws Alex into the presence of Elliot, a hunky college guy, who pegs Alex as gay and flirts hard. Alex is taken aback but after a series of setbacks on the girlfriend front he takes the plunge and learns some interesting new facts about himself.

Themes

Identity negotiation under social pressure, High school sexuality, Peer influence on desire, Family health anxiety, Coming-of-age choice, Friendship under competition

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Netflix
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