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Movies with tense vibe

Barefoot

2261. Barefoot

Comedy Drama Romance Romantic Comedy Family Drama
6.5

20141h 30min

United States

Director: Andrew Fleming

The "black sheep" son of a wealthy family meets a young psychiatric patient who's been raised in isolation her entire life. He takes the naive young woman home for his brother's wedding an improbable romance blooms, as she impresses everyone with her genuine, simple charms.

Themes

Isolation and belonging, Class tension, Unconventional romance, Debt and coercion, Family reputation, Deception and honesty

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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RoboCop

2262. RoboCop

Science Fiction Action Crime Cyberpunk Epic Action
6.1

20141h 58min

United States

Director: José Padilha

In RoboCop, the year is 2028 and multinational conglomerate OmniCorp is at the center of robot technology. Overseas, their drones have been used by the military for years, but have been forbidden for law enforcement in America. Now OmniCorp wants to bring their controversial technology to the home front, and they see a golden opportunity to do it. When Alex Murphy – a loving husband, father and good cop doing his best to stem the tide of crime and corruption in Detroit – is critically injured, OmniCorp sees their chance to build a part-man, part-robot police officer. OmniCorp envisions a RoboCop in every city and even more billions for their shareholders, but they never counted on one thing: there is still a man inside the machine.

Themes

Corporate control of law enforcement, Leadership manipulation of policy, Public safety vs civil rights, Human-technology boundary erosion, Deception and transparency, Accountability under surveillance

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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That Awkward Moment

2263. That Awkward Moment

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.1

20141h 34min

United States

Director: Tom Gormican

Best pals Jason and Daniel indulge in casual flings and revel in their carefree, unattached lives. After learning that the marriage of their friend Mikey is over, they gladly welcome him back into their circle. The three young men make a pact to have fun and avoid commitment. However, when all three find themselves involved in serious relationships, they must keep their romances secret from one another.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Deception in dating, Secret relationships, Friendship vs romance, Commitment avoidance, Pact and temptation

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Monuments Men

2264. The Monuments Men

War Drama History Action World War II
6.1

20141h 58min

Germany, United States

Director: George Clooney

Based on the true story of the greatest treasure hunt in history, The Monuments Men is an action drama focusing on seven over-the-hill, out-of-shape museum directors, artists, architects, curators, and art historians who went to the front lines of WWII to rescue the world’s artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves and return them to their rightful owners. With the art hidden behind enemy lines, how could these guys hope to succeed?

Themes

Shared labor across disciplines, Cultural heritage under threat, Duty in wartime, Power dynamics in occupation, Moral ambiguity of rescue, Restitution and ownership

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Justice League: War

2265. Justice League: War

Animation Action Superhero Action
7.3

20141h 19min

United States

Director: Jay Oliva

The world is under attack by an alien armada led by the powerful Apokoliptian, Darkseid. A group of superheroes consisting of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Cyborg, and Shazam must set aside their differences and gather together to defend Earth.

Themes

Transformation and identity, Dependence on technology, Alliance under pressure, Mind-control manipulation, Collective defense under threat, Power vs ordinary skill

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Song One

2266. Song One

Drama Entertainment Industry Drama
5.8

20141h 26min

United States

Director: Kate Barker-Froyland

Estranged from her family, Franny returns home when an accident leaves her brother comatose. Retracing his life as an aspiring musician, she tracks down his favorite musician, James Forester. Against the backdrop of Brooklyn’s music scene, Franny and James develop an unexpected relationship and face the realities of their lives.

Themes

Mentorship through music, Family tension and reconciliation, Illness as catalyst for connection, Guilt and caregiving, Artistic pursuit vs family duty, Memory through music

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Infinitely Polar Bear

2267. Infinitely Polar Bear

Drama Comedy Family Drama Awkward Comedy
6.9

20141h 27min

United States

Director: Maya Forbes

A manic-depressive mess of a father tries to win back his wife by attempting to take full responsibility of their two young, spirited daughters, who don't make the overwhelming task any easier.

Themes

Family resilience under illness, Wealth control and schooling access, Caregiving under financial strain, Education as mobility strategy, Role reversal and responsibility, Absent parent dynamic

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Flowers in the Attic

2268. Flowers in the Attic

Drama Mystery Thriller TV Movie Family Drama
6.1

20141h 30min

Canada

Director: Deborah Chow

After the sudden death of their father, four children face cruel treatment from their ruthless grandmother.

Themes

Abuse and control, Wealth vs dependence, Flight and escape, Loss and illness, Family confinement and authority, Parental deception

Available on

Kanopy
Fandango At Home
Lifetime Movie Club
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Cloud 9

2269. Cloud 9

Drama Romance Family TV Movie Sports Competition
6.4

20141h 30min

United States

Director: Paul Hoen

Set high atop snow-capped mountains in the adrenaline-fueled world of competitive snowboarding, the Disney Channel Original Movie “Cloud 9″ tells the inspiring story of two snowboarders who must overcome self-doubt to learn that achieving their dreams is possible.

Themes

Identity through sport, Mentorship and trust, Pressure to perform, Resilience after setback, Rivalry and belonging, Teamwork under scrutiny

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
fuboTV
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G.B.F.

2270. G.B.F.

Comedy Drama Awkward Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
5.9

20141h 33min

United States

Director: Darren Stein

The bitter fight for supremacy between the three most popular girls at North Gateway High takes an unexpected turn when their classmate, Tanner, is outed and becomes the school’s first openly gay student. The trio races to bag the big trend in fashion accessories, the Gay Best Friend, while Tanner must decide whether his skyrocketing popularity is more important than the friendships he is leaving behind.

Themes

Identity and belonging, Peer pressure and conformity, Outness and acceptance, Norms and prejudice, Clique dynamics and rivalry, Appearance and popularity

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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