Movies with neon-lit vibe
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Robin is sent by Batman to work with the Teen Titans after his volatile behavior botches up a Justice League mission. The Titans must then step up to face Trigon after he possesses the League and threatens to conquer the world.
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Teamwork under crisis, Leadership under strain, Possession and control, Belonging vs outsiders, Authority under pressure, Mentorship through conflict
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A college freshman cures her disappointment and loneliness by allowing herself to be pulled into the wacky schemes of her future stepsister.
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Class inequality, Deception and perception, Ambition and dependence, Female friendship dynamics, Creative validation and risk, Urban aspiration and domestic security
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Kyuta, a boy living in Shibuya, and Kumatetsu, a lonesome beast from Jutengai, an imaginary world. One day, Kyuta forays into the imaginary world and, as he's looking for his way back, meets Kumatetsu who becomes his spirit guide. That encounter leads them to many adventures.
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Parent child relationship, Found family, Homelessness and displacement, Surrogate father figure, Identity conflict, Training and mentorship, Two worlds coexist
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It's Christmas Eve in Tinseltown and Sin-Dee is back on the block. Upon hearing that her pimp boyfriend hasn't been faithful during the 28 days she was locked up, the working girl and her best friend, Alexandra, embark on a mission to get to the bottom of the scandalous rumor. Their rip-roaring odyssey leads them through various subcultures of Los Angeles, including an Armenian family dealing with their own repercussions of infidelity.
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Infidelity and loyalty, Trans visibility under pressure, Street subculture dynamics, Labor exploitation and resilience, Public humiliation and adversity, Fragile family boundaries
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Gerry is a talented but down-on-his-luck gambler whose fortunes begin to change when he meets Curtis, a younger, highly charismatic poker player. The two strike up an immediate friendship and Gerry quickly persuades his new friend to accompany him on a road trip to a legendary high stakes poker game in New Orleans. As they make their way down the Mississippi River, Gerry and Curtis manage to find themselves in just about every bar, racetrack, casino, and pool hall they can find, experiencing both incredible highs and dispiriting lows, but ultimately forging a deep and genuine bond that will stay with them long after their adventure is over.
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Deception and trust, Loyalty under threat, Gambling debt pressure, Bonding through risk, Luck vs skill, Road trip instability
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A 16-year-old international assassin yearning for a "normal" adolescence fakes her own death and enrolls as a senior in a suburban high school. She quickly learns that being popular can be more painful than getting water-boarded.
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Deception and performance, Dual identities, Mentorship and control, Longing for normal life, Popularity as risk, Obedience versus autonomy
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Deckard Shaw seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto and his family for his comatose brother.
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Family loyalty under pressure, Vengeance and retaliation, Tracking technology abuse, Memory restoration under strain, Fragile trust among allies, Covert operations risk, Pursuit and deterrence
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When a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal skills and a gambling problem gets in trouble with the mob, he has one last play… and it's all or nothing.
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Money as leverage, Risk and consequence, Urban crime economy, Gambling addiction under pressure, Crime and protection dynamics, Autonomy versus coercion
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A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes.
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Deception and betrayal, Loss and memory, Coming of age, Ethical use of technology, Sibling relationships, Teamwork and friendship
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When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.
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Deception and manipulation, Economic desperation, Media sensationalism, Competition and ambition, Ethics vs sensationalism, Ethical boundary blurring
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