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Movies with introspective vibe

Love, Guaranteed

1. Love, Guaranteed

Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
5.6
20201h 30min

Overview

A lawyer takes on a new client that wants to sue a dating website because it guarantees love.

Themes

"movie: love, Guaranteed. genres: romance, Comedy, Romance, Comedy main themes: trial, Dating, Woman lawyer, Trial, Dating, Woman lawyer full keywords list: trial, Dating, Woman lawyer, Online dating. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of love and the unexpected connections that can arise from seemingly transactional relationships. it highlights the tension between professional obligations and personal feelings, Ultimately suggesting that true love cannot be guaranteed or manufactured."

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Words on Bathroom Walls

2. Words on Bathroom Walls

Drama Romance Coming-of-Age Drama Passionate Romance
7.2
20201h 51min

Overview

Diagnosed with a mental illness halfway through his senior year of high school, a witty, introspective teen struggles to keep it a secret while falling in love with a brilliant classmate who inspires him to open his heart and not be defined by his condition.

Themes

Mental illness and selfhood, Stigma and support, Academic pressure and achievement, Cooking as coping, Mentorship and belonging, Family dynamics and care

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The Vigil

3. The Vigil

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Whodunit
5.8
20201h 28min

Overview

A man providing overnight watch to a deceased member of his former Orthodox Jewish community finds himself opposite a malevolent entity.

Themes

"movie: the vigil. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes: new york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit, New york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit full keywords list: new york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit, Spirit, Demon, Ghost, Jewish, Mazzikin. concept analysis: the film explores themes of guilt and the haunting nature of unresolved trauma, Particularly within the context of cultural and personal history. it delves into the struggle for redemption and the impact of past actions on present existence."

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Desperados

4. Desperados

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Buddy Comedy
5.2
20201h 45min

Overview

A panicked young woman and her two best friends fly to Mexico to delete a ranting email she sent to her new boyfriend. On arrival, they run into her former beau, who soon gets caught up in their frantic scheme.

Themes

"movie: desperados. genres: comedy, Romance, Comedy, Romance main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of modern relationships and the impulsive decisions that can lead to unexpected consequences. it highlights the importance of communication and honesty in love, Showcasing how friendships can be tested and ultimately strengthened through shared experiences."

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Endings, Beginnings

5. Endings, Beginnings

Romance Drama Passionate Romance Relationship Drama
5.6
20201h 50min

Overview

An artist dumps her longtime boyfriend, but her attempt to take a break from dating ends when she quickly finds herself in two passionate romances.

Themes

"movie: endings, Beginnings. genres: romance, Drama, Romance, Drama main themes: new love, Love triangle, Woman between two men, New love, Love triangle, Woman between two men full keywords list: new love, Love triangle, Woman between two men, Romance, Love, Beautiful woman, Growing up, Love interest, Young woman, Love affair, Thirty something, Young love, Twenty something, White woman, Failed romance, Unhappy love, Broken romances, Growth, Twisted love, Single woman, Young romance, Romantic triangle, Love story, Female painter. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of love and self-discovery in the face of emotional turmoil. it highlights the struggle between personal growth and the weight of past relationships, Ultimately emphasizing the importance of owning one's choices."

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Horse Girl

6. Horse Girl

Drama Psychological Drama
6.0
20201h 43min

Overview

A socially awkward woman with a fondness for arts and crafts, horses, and supernatural crime shows finds her increasingly lucid dreams trickling into her waking life.

Themes

Mental health pressures, Dreams and waking life, Trauma and memory, Isolation in relationships, Conspiracy belief, Grief and isolation

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Little Joe

7. Little Joe

Drama Science Fiction Family Drama Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
5.8
20191h 46min

Overview

Alice, a single mother who is more dedicated to her work as a genetic engineer than to her teenage son Joe, develops a new variety of flower that is supposed to have the ability to make its owner happy thanks to its special chemical properties.

Themes

"movie: little joe. genres: drama, Science fiction, Drama, Science fiction main themes: co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director, Co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director full keywords list: co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director, Mother son relationship. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of genetic manipulation and its unforeseen consequences on human relationships. it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of prioritizing professional ambition over personal connections and the quest for happiness."

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An Easy Girl

8. An Easy Girl

Comedy Drama Coming-of-Age Drama
5.6
20191h 32min

Overview

Naïma has just turned 16. This summer, she will have to decide what she wants from life if she doesn’t want to miss out. Then her cousin Sofia arrives, with an amazing body and a dangerously seductive lifestyle. Naïma desires only to follow her own path, so long as it leads upwards… Despite the warnings of her best friend Dodo, she and Sofia will live through unforgettable encounters during a long summer that will mark them forever.

Themes

"movie: an easy girl. genres: comedy, Drama, Comedy, Drama main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the tension between youthful innocence and the seductive allure of adult experiences. it highlights the journey of self-discovery amidst the complexities of relationships and societal expectations."

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Where'd You Go, Bernadette

9. Where'd You Go, Bernadette

Comedy Drama Family Drama Awkward Comedy
6.5
20191h 49min

Overview

When architect-turned-recluse Bernadette Fox goes missing prior to a family trip to Antarctica, her 15-year-old daughter, Bee, goes on a quest with Bernadette's husband to find her.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Public image vs private life, Agoraphobia and isolation, Family pursuit and support, Creative integrity under pressure, External interference and control

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Despite Everything

10. Despite Everything

Comedy Ensemble Comedy
5.4
20191h 15min

Overview

Sara, Lucía, Sofía and Claudia are sisters, 4 modern women with very different personalities, who come together at their mother's funeral, after which they discover the man they've all called "dad" throughout their lives is not really their father. They embark on a quest to discover who their real fathers are, discovering more about themselves, their mother, and their lives.

Themes

"movie: despite everything. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: funeral, Loss of loved one, Woman director, Funeral, Loss of loved one, Woman director full keywords list: funeral, Loss of loved one, Woman director, Sister sister relationship. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of familial relationships and the search for identity in the face of hidden truths. it highlights the importance of understanding one's roots as a means of personal growth and reconciliation."

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Netflix
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