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Movies with whimsical vibe

Chicken Run

351. Chicken Run

Animation Comedy Family Stop-Motion Animation Animal Companion Family
7.1

20001h 24min

France, United Kingdom

Director: Peter Lord

Overview

The creators of Wallace & Gromit bring you an exciting and original story about a group of chickens determined to fly the coop–even if they can’t fly! It’s hardly poultry in motion when Rocky attempts to teach Ginger and her feathered friends to fly…but, with teamwork, determination and a little bit o’ cluck, the fearless flock plots one last attempt in a spectacular bid for freedom.

Themes

Deception as tactic, Exploitation by humans, Pursuit of freedom, Leadership through community, Risk in escape plans, Collective ingenuity under pressure

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An Extremely Goofy Movie

352. An Extremely Goofy Movie

Animation Family Comedy Family Animation Parent-Child Family
6.4

20001h 19min

Australia, United States

Director: Douglas McCarthy

Overview

It's all extreme sports and a life of freedom as Max sets off for college -- but Goofy misses Max so much he loses his job and goes to finish college alongside Max and his friends. But as Goofy tries to get closer to Max, both must go to the extreme to learn how to live their own lives together.

Themes

Parent child relationship, Single father, Father son conflict, College transition, Skateboarding culture, Competition and integrity

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The Tigger Movie

353. The Tigger Movie

Animation Family Comedy Family Animation Animal Companion Family
6.3

20001h 17min

United States

Director: Jun Falkenstein

Overview

Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Owl, Kanga, Roo, and Rabbit are preparing a suitable winter home for Eeyore, the perennially dejected donkey, but Tigger's continual bouncing interrupts their efforts. Rabbit suggests that Tigger go find others of his kind to bounce with, but Tigger thinks "the most wonderful thing about tiggers is" he's "the only one!" Just in case though, the joyously jouncy feline sets out to see if he can find relatives.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Misinterpreted guidance, Belonging under pressure, Communal care under winter, Search for relatives, Friendship resilience

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Amazon Video
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Happy Accidents

354. Happy Accidents

Comedy Romance Science Fiction Romantic Comedy Time Travel Sci-Fi
7.1

20001h 50min

United States

Director: Brad Anderson

Overview

A comedy that pays tribute to the science fiction genre -- specifically, the sub-genre of time travel. But here the alternate reality is contemporary New York City where past and future experiences of trust, commitment and denial are cleverly put to the test. Just as Ruby is beginning to relish her first-ever healthy relationship, Sam begins muttering about being a time traveler from the year 2470.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Time travel ethics, Reality versus illusion, Future obsession, Manipulation across timelines, Commitment and doubt

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Amazon Video
History Vault
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Toy Story 2

355. Toy Story 2

Animation Comedy Family Family Animation Parent-Child Family
7.9

19991h 32min

United States

Director: John Lasseter

Overview

Andy heads off to Cowboy Camp, leaving his toys to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an obsessive toy collector named Al McWhiggen, owner of Al's Toy Barn kidnaps Woody. Andy's toys mount a daring rescue mission, Buzz Lightyear meets his match and Woody has to decide where he and his heart truly belong.

Themes

Abandonment and trust, Loyalty through adversity, Belonging versus commodification, Identity and origin, Friendship and cooperation, Ownership vs exploitation

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A Bug's Life

356. A Bug's Life

Family Animation Adventure Comedy Family Animation
7.2

19981h 35min

United States

Director: John Lasseter

Overview

On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.

Themes

Grasshopper intimidation, Food dependence, Circus troupe deception, Bugs cooperation under threat, Ant-hill resilience, Flea influence

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The Big Lebowski

357. The Big Lebowski

Comedy Crime Satire
8.1

19981h 57min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Joel Coen

Overview

Jeffrey 'The Dude' Lebowski, a Los Angeles slacker who only wants to bowl and drink White Russians, is mistaken for another Jeffrey Lebowski, a wheelchair-bound millionaire, and finds himself dragged into a strange series of events involving nihilists, adult film producers, ferrets, errant toes, and large sums of money.

Themes

Slacker ethos under pressure, Nihilism through satire, Mistaken identity consequences, Absurd crime under noir, Money versus ordinary life, Deception and misdirection

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Apple TV
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Matilda

358. Matilda

Comedy Family Fantasy Parent-Child Family Supernatural Fantasy
7.0

19961h 38min

United States

Director: Danny DeVito

Overview

Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.

Themes

Dysfunctional family dynamics, Resilience under pressure, Tyrannical authority, Power dynamics in schooling, Gifted child empowerment, Childhood neglect

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Apple TV
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Toy Story

359. Toy Story

Family Comedy Animation Adventure Family Animation
8.3

19951h 21min

United States

Director: John Lasseter

Overview

Led by Woody, Andy's toys live happily in his room until Andy's birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy's heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz and Woody from their owner, the duo eventually learns to put aside their differences.

Themes

Fear of replacement, Jealousy fuels rivalry, Deception and misperception, Resourcefulness under threat, Group loyalty under pressure, Friendship through cooperation

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Whisper of the Heart

360. Whisper of the Heart

Animation Drama Family Anime Coming-of-Age Drama
7.8

19951h 51min

Japan

Director: Yoshifumi Kondo

Overview

Shizuku lives a simple life, dominated by her love for stories and writing. One day she notices that all the library books she has have been previously checked out by the same person: 'Seiji Amasawa'.

Themes

Family expectations, Creative identity, Education vs dreams, Romance as motivation, Mentorship and critique, Dream pursuit

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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