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Movies with tense vibe

221. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Science Fiction Adventure Action Dystopian Sci-Fi Coming-of-Age Adventure
6.8
20242h 25minUnited States
Director: Wes Ball

Overview

Several generations following Caesar's reign, apes – now the dominant species – live harmoniously while humans have been reduced to living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question all he's known about the past and to make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

Themes

Loyalty and betrayal, Memory and legacy, Leadership under threat, Technology as leverage, Empire building and oppression, Interspecies coexistence

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222. IF

IF
Comedy Fantasy Family Supernatural Fantasy Parent-Child Family
6.4
20241h 44minUnited States
Director: John Krasinski

Overview

After discovering she can see everyone's imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids.

Themes

Loss and resilience, Memory shaping identity, Memory and belonging, Care under pressure, Intergenerational care, Imagination as social glue

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223. The Fall Guy

The Fall Guy
Action Comedy Romance Buddy Action Romantic Comedy
6.8
20242h 7minUnited States, Australia
Director: David Leitch

Overview

Fresh off an almost career-ending accident, stuntman Colt Seavers has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Competition for spotlight, Deception and frame-up, Risk in stunt work, Fame versus loyalty, Deepfake deception

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224. The Roundup: Punishment

The Roundup: Punishment
Action Crime Thriller Comedy Buddy Action
6.6
20241h 49minSouth Korea
Director: Heo Myeong-haeng

Overview

'Monster Cop' Ma Seok-do investigates an illegal online gambling business led by a former STS Baek and an IT genius CEO Chang. Ma proposes an unexpected alliance to Jang and begins hunting down the criminals.

Themes

Money laundering networks, Investigative persistence under pressure, Cryptocurrency front operation, Monopolizing online gambling, Data tracing and asset control, Deception and alliance dynamics

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225. Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver

Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver
Science Fiction Action Adventure Epic Sci-Fi Epic Action
5.3
20242h 1minUnited States
Director: Zack Snyder

Overview

The rebels gear up for battle against the ruthless forces of the Motherworld as unbreakable bonds are forged, heroes emerge — and legends are made.

Themes

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226. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Action Comedy War Military Action World War II
6.8
20242hUnited Kingdom, United States
Director: Guy Ritchie

Overview

During World War II, the British Army assigns a group of competent soldiers to carry out a mission against the Nazi forces behind enemy lines... A true story about a secret British WWII organization — the Special Operations Executive. Founded by Winston Churchill, their irregular warfare against the Germans helped to change the course of the war, and gave birth to modern black operations.

Themes

Spy craft under pressure, Tensions of world war ii, Covert operation dynamics, Loyalty under risk amid special operations, Difficult choices in dangerous mission, Risk and deception in black ops

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227. Sting

Sting
Horror Thriller Monster Horror Survival Thriller
5.7
20241h 32minAustralia, United Kingdom
Director: Kiah Roache-Turner

Overview

After raising an unnervingly talented spider in secret, 12-year-old Charlotte must face the truth about her pet and fight for her family's survival.

Themes

Survival through cooperation, Growth outpacing control, Pet as predator, Domestic infestation anxiety, Caregiver-child tension, Unseen threat in urban space

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228. Arcadian

Arcadian
Action Horror Thriller Monster Horror Survival Thriller
5.5
20241h 32minIreland, United States
Director: Benjamin Brewer

Overview

In the near future, on a decimated Earth, Paul and his twin sons face terror at night when ferocious creatures awaken. When Paul is nearly killed, the boys come up with a plan for survival, using everything their father taught them to keep him alive.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Survival under threat, Isolation and resilience, Duty and sacrifice, Resource scarcity ethics, Intergenerational skill transfer

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229. Civil War

Civil War
War Action Drama Modern Conflicts Political Drama
7.0
20241h 49minFinland, United Kingdom
Director: Alex Garland

Overview

In the near future, a group of war journalists attempt to survive while reporting the truth as the United States stands on the brink of civil war.

Themes

Frontline journalism under fire, Desensitization to violence, Militia brutality and fear, State power versus secession, Mass trauma and refugees, Ethical ambiguity in reporting

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230. How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies
Drama Family Drama
7.9
20242h 6minThailand
Director: Pat Boonnitipat

Overview

M, a university dropout low on money and luck, volunteers to take care of his terminally ill grandmother, in the hope of pocketing an inheritance.

Themes

Deception and trust, Intergenerational tension, Family conflict over estate, Caregiving versus inheritance, Illness shaping family dynamics, Economic manipulation among relatives

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Netflix
Amazon Video
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