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Movies with tense vibe

The Circle

1541. The Circle

Drama Thriller Science Fiction Computer Threat Thriller Professional Drama
5.4

20171h 50min

United Arab Emirates, United States

Director: James Ponsoldt

A young tech worker takes a job at a powerful Internet corporation, quickly rises up the company's ranks, and soon finds herself in a perilous situation concerning privacy, surveillance and freedom. She comes to learn that her decisions and actions will determine the future of humanity.

Themes

Surveillance culture, Social validation pressure, Public accountability pressures, Privacy vs transparency, Tech power dynamics, Digital reputation risk

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The Crucifixion

1542. The Crucifixion

Horror Mystery Thriller Supernatural Horror Investigation Mystery
5.1

20171h 30min

Romania, United Kingdom

Director: Xavier Gens

When a priest is jailed for the murder of a nun on whom he was performing an exorcism, an investigative journalist strives to determine whether he in fact murdered a mentally ill person, or if he lost the battle with a demonic presence.

Themes

Trauma and memory, Science vs faith, Faith vs doubt, Institutional authority, Moral ambiguity in exorcism, Investigative duty

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Amazon Prime Video
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Pilgrimage

1543. Pilgrimage

Action Adventure Drama Epic Action Adventure Epic
5.9

20171h 36min

Belgium, Ireland

Director: Brendan Muldowney

In 13th century Ireland a group of monks must escort a sacred relic across a landscape fraught with peril.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Loyalty under siege, Religious duty vs greed, Power and competing authorities, Violence as faith expression, Sacred relic burden

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Hulu
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Sand Castle

1544. Sand Castle

War Action Drama Modern Conflicts Military Action
6.3

20171h 53min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Fernando Coimbra

Set during the occupation of Iraq, a squad of U.S. soldiers try to protect a small village.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Resource scarcity, Duty under danger, Occupation strain, Civilian collaboration under fire, Local power dynamics

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Phoenix Forgotten

1545. Phoenix Forgotten

Horror Mystery Science Fiction Alien Horror Investigation Mystery
5.4

20171h 27min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Justin Barber

Twenty years after three teenagers disappeared in the wake of mysterious lights appearing above Phoenix, Arizona, unseen footage from that night has been discovered, chronicling the final hours of their fateful expedition.

Themes

"movie: phoenix forgotten. genres: horror, Mystery, Science fiction, Horror, Mystery, Science fiction main themes: alien, Found footage, Aliens, Alien, Found footage, Aliens full keywords list: alien, Found footage, Aliens, Pseudo-documentary. concept analysis: the film explores the profound impact of unresolved grief and the lengths one will go to uncover the truth behind loss. it raises questions about belief in the extraordinary and the potential for government deception in the face of inexplicable phenomena."

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Apple TV
Fandango At Home
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Berlin Syndrome

1546. Berlin Syndrome

Drama Horror Mystery Thriller Psychological Horror
6.3

20171h 56min

Australia

Director: Cate Shortland

A passionate holiday romance leads to an obsessive relationship when an Australian photojournalist wakes one morning in an abandoned Berlin apartment and is unable to leave.

Themes

Manipulation and control, Obsessive attachment, Power imbalance, Coercive relationship, Captivity and isolation, Stockholm syndrome

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The Fate of the Furious

1547. The Fate of the Furious

Action Crime Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action Organized Crime
6.6

20172h 16min

United States

Director: F. Gary Gray

When a mysterious woman seduces Dom into the world of crime and a betrayal of those closest to him, the crew face trials that will test them as never before.

Themes

Loyalty under manipulation, Betrayal within alliances, Deception and control, Surveillance and power, Family vs crime life, Coercive loyalty demands

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Gifted

1548. Gifted

Drama Comedy Family Drama
7.6

20171h 41min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Marc Webb

Frank, a single man raising his child prodigy niece Mary, is drawn into a custody battle with his mother.

Themes

Gifted child expectations, Maternal legacy and mentorship, Family duty vs autonomy, Custody battle dynamics, Educational access and inequality, Legal leverage in family

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The Case for Christ

1549. The Case for Christ

Drama Legal Drama
6.3

20171h 52min

United States

Director: Jon Gunn

Based on the true story of an award-winning investigative journalist -- and avowed atheist -- who applies his well-honed journalistic and legal skills to disprove the newfound Christian faith of his wife... with unexpected, life-altering results.

Themes

Court case pressure, True story framing, Faith under scrutiny, Skepticism and conviction, Evidence versus belief, Marriage belief conflict

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Orbiter 9

1550. Orbiter 9

Drama Science Fiction Romance Relationship Drama Passionate Romance
5.9

20171h 35min

Colombia, Spain

Director: Hatem Khraiche

Helena, a young woman on a deep space mission, has been alone for 20 years. Her parents abandoned ship after a technical malfunction made it impossible for all three of them to reach their intended destination. Alex, an isolated engineer, is about to enter her life and turn her world upside down.

Themes

"movie: orbiter 9. genres: drama, Science fiction, Romance, Drama, Science fiction, Romance main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of identity and the human experience within the confines of artificial environments. it raises ethical questions about cloning and the implications of scientific advancements on personal relationships and autonomy."

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Amazon Video
blue TV
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