Movies with survivalist vibe

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Tense Intense Hopeful Melancholic Moving

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In the not-too-distant future: after a global catastrophe has wiped out nearly all of humanity on Earth, an elite astronaut from Space Colony Kepler must make a decision that will seal the fate of the people on both planets.

Themes

"movie: the colony. genres: science fiction, Thriller, Science fiction, Thriller main themes: dystopia, Post-apocalyptic future, Space travel, Dystopia, Post-apocalyptic future, Space travel full keywords list: dystopia, Post-apocalyptic future, Space travel, Space, Apocalypse, Father daughter reunion, Future earth, Father daughter relationship. concept analysis: the film explores themes of survival and the moral complexities of human reproduction in a post-apocalyptic world. it raises questions about identity, Family, And the lengths one will go to protect their loved ones in dire circumstances."

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Tense Claustrophobic Brutal Atmospheric Procedural

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A young boy finds himself pursued by two assassins in the Montana wilderness, with a survival expert determined to protect him, and a forest fire threatening to consume them all.

Themes

Duty vs guilt, Protective responsibility, Survival under wildfire, Duress and deception, Family protection threat, Trust under pressure

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Tense Brutal Bleak Suspenseful Gripping

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Jen and a group of friends set out to hike the Appalachian Trail. Despite warnings to stick to the trail, the hikers stray off course—and cross into land inhabited by The Foundation, a hidden community of mountain dwellers who use deadly means to protect their way of life.

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"movie: wrong turn. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: secret society, Gore, Forest, Secret society, Gore, Forest full keywords list: secret society, Gore, Forest, Community, Revenge, Interracial relationship, Slasher, Backwoods, Group of friends, Mercy killing, Virginia, Reboot, Appalachian trail, Killers, Abduction. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of survival and the moral complexities of human nature when faced with extreme circumstances. it delves into the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones and the transformation that occurs when one is pushed to their limits."

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Tense Bleak Intense Gritty Empowering

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A woman runs for her life though the streets of Los Angeles after her blind date suddenly turns violent.

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"movie: run sweetheart run. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: blind date, Los angeles, California, Woman director, Blind date, Los angeles, California, Woman director full keywords list: blind date, Los angeles, California, Woman director. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of female empowerment and survival in the face of male violence. it highlights the struggle against patriarchal control and the journey of a woman reclaiming her agency and strength."

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Tense Claustrophobic Intense Stressful Dramatic

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Four teenage girls go on a diving adventure to explore a submerged Mayan city. Once inside, their rush of excitement turns into a jolt of terror as they discover the sunken ruins are a hunting ground for deadly great white sharks. With their air supply steadily dwindling, the friends must navigate the underwater labyrinth of claustrophobic caves and eerie tunnels in search of a way out of their watery hell.

Themes

"movie: 47 meters down: uncaged. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: mexico, Diving, Maya civilization, Mexico, Diving, Maya civilization full keywords list: mexico, Diving, Maya civilization, Shark attack, Animal attack, Altar, Water monster, Sequel, Teenage girl, Scuba diving, Creature, Underwater, Shark, Great white shark, Ruins, Eaten by animal, Cave diving. concept analysis: the film explores themes of survival and the bond between family, Highlighting how fear can both fracture and strengthen relationships. it also delves into the consequences of human curiosity and recklessness in the face of nature's dangers."

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Tense Intense Gritty Melancholic Haunting

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Jenn has washed ashore a small tropical island and it doesn’t take her long to realize she’s completely alone. She must spend her days not only surviving the elements, but must also fend off the malevolent force that comes out each night.

Themes

"movie: sweetheart. genres: horror, Horror main themes: island, Monster, Ocean, Island, Monster, Ocean full keywords list: island, Monster, Ocean, Shipwreck, Survival, Creature, Sea monster, Deserted island, Creature feature, Monster movie, Universal monsters. concept analysis: the film explores the depths of human resilience in the face of isolation and existential terror. it delves into themes of survival, Trust, And the psychological impact of fear and betrayal among friends."

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Tense Bleak Chaotic Intense Gritty

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When an overachieving college senior makes a wrong turn, her road trip becomes a life-changing fight for survival in rural Kentucky.

Themes

"movie: rust creek. genres: thriller, Drama, Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama, Action, Crime main themes: sheriff, Kentucky, Woods, Sheriff, Kentucky, Woods full keywords list: sheriff, Kentucky, Woods, Survival, Murder, Meth lab, Woman director, Corrupt police, Rural america, Criminal enterprise. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of survival against overwhelming odds and the moral complexities of human nature when faced with desperation. it highlights the struggle for autonomy and the fight against both physical and societal threats in a hostile environment."

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Tense Raw Claustrophobic Intense Reflective

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Two sisters are trapped under the fiberglass cover of an Olympic sized public pool and must brave the cold and each other to survive the harrowing night.

Themes

"movie: 12 feet deep. genres: thriller, Thriller main themes: strong woman, Sibling relationship, Forgiveness, Strong woman, Sibling relationship, Forgiveness full keywords list: strong woman, Sibling relationship, Forgiveness, Based on true story, Family secrets, Sister, Swimming pool, Survival, Female protagonist, Trapped, Endurance, Diabetic, Female empowerment, Determination, Wicked woman. concept analysis: the film delves into the complexities of sibling relationships under extreme pressure, Highlighting how isolation can exacerbate underlying tensions. it also serves as a commentary on the human instinct for survival and the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones."

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Tense Chaotic Intense Suspenseful Darkly comedic

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Burt Gummer and Travis Welker find themselves in a fight for survival after investigating deadly giant worm attacks in the Canadian arctic.

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"movie: tremors: a cold day in hell. genres: action, Adventure, Science fiction, Action, Adventure, Science fiction main themes: monster, Sequel, Creature, Monster, Sequel, Creature full keywords list: monster, Sequel, Creature, Graboids, Giant worm, Power wagon. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of survival against nature's monstrous creations and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the manipulation of biological entities for human gain. it raises questions about the consequences of scientific experimentation and the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones and their way of life."

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Tense Raw Claustrophobic Atmospheric Bleak

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After being infected in the wake of a violent pandemic and with only 48 hours to live, a father struggles to find a new home for his baby daughter.

Themes

Survival under apocalypse, Trust versus control, Family duty under threat, Shelter ethics, Cultural resilience, Community rebuilding

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