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Movies with intimate vibe

251. Judy

Judy
Drama History Music Historical Drama Biographical History
6.8
20191h 58minUnited Kingdom
Director: Rupert Goold

Overview

Thirty years after starring in "The Wizard of Oz," beloved actress and singer Judy Garland arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband.

Themes

Addiction under pressure, Fame-induced isolation, Public scrutiny of life, Romantic entanglements and career, Voice fatigue and rest, Aging in the spotlight

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252. Ema

Ema
Drama Relationship Drama
6.7
20191h 47minChile
Director: Pablo Larraín

Overview

Ema is a magnetic and impulsive dancer in a reggaeton troupe. Her toxic marriage to choreographer Gastón is beyond repair, following a decision to give up on their adopted child Polo. She sets out on a mission to get him back, not caring who she’ll need to fight, seduce or destroy to make it happen.

Themes

Divorce and reinvention, Caregiver responsibility and desire, Child behavior and risk, Adoption and custody, Ethics of custody and care, Family fragility under pressure

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Amazon Prime Video
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253. Portrait of a Lady on Fire

Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Drama Romance History Historical Drama Passionate Romance
8.0
20192h 1minFrance
Director: Céline Sciamma

Overview

On an isolated island in Brittany at the end of the eighteenth century, a female painter is obliged to paint a wedding portrait of a young woman.

Themes

Arranged marriage pressure, Class constraints, Artistic autonomy conflict, Gaze and desire, Reproductive choices, Female agency under constraint, Intimate alliance vs duty

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Apple TV
HBO Max
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254. And Then We Danced

And Then We Danced
Drama Romance Passionate Romance Relationship Drama
7.6
20191h 53minFrance, Georgia
Director: Levan Akin

Overview

Merab, a devoted dancer, has been training for years with his partner Mary for a spot in the National Georgian Ensemble. The arrival of another male dancer, Irakli, sparks both an intense rivalry and romantic desire that may cause Merab to risk his future in dance as well as his relationships.

Themes

Family pressure, Tradition vs modernity, Homophobia constraints, Artistic ambition vs identity, Secret romance, Competition and rivalry in the arts

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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255. Someone, Somewhere

Someone, Somewhere
Drama Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
6.6
20191h 50minBelgium, France
Director: Cédric Klapisch

Overview

Rémy and Mélanie live next door to each other in Paris but have never met. The two thirty-year-old Parisians search for connections online, but never have much success. Falling deeper into loneliness and depression, both decide to start attending regular therapy. With the help of their therapists, they uncover the real roots of their issues, and find that the connection they were both searching for is much closer than they thought.

Themes

Urban loneliness, Depressive mood, Proximity over distance, Therapy as catalyst, Online connection search, Nearby relationships

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256. Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll

Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll
Drama Fantasy Animation Coming-of-Age Drama Low Fantasy
7.5
20191h 31minJapan
Director: Haruka Fujita

Overview

Violet Evergarden comes to a private women's academy to tutor Isabella in the ways of being a lady. Heir to the York family, Isabella feels trapped in this new and uncomfortable world. She still grieves for the only person to ever bring her happiness – now lost to her. Violet's lessons do give her a brief respite from the melancholy but with the absence of joy, how long does it take to truly heal?

Themes

Writing as obligation, Adoption as pressure, Letter as tether, Slice of life framing, Work identity, Post war resilience

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Fandango At Home
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257. Live Twice, Love Once

Live Twice, Love Once
Comedy Drama Psychological Drama
7.2
20191h 41minSpain
Director: María Ripoll

Overview

A retired academic teacher tries to find the love of his youth after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

Themes

Memory as identity anchor, Ageing and memory, Pursuit of childhood dreams, Family dynamics under stress, Caregiver burdens and resilience, Stable relationships amid ageing

Available on

Netflix
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258. Blackbird

Blackbird
Drama Family Drama
6.6
20191h 38minUnited States, Sweden
Director: Roger Michell

Overview

A terminally ill mother invites her family to their country house for one final gathering, but tensions quickly boil over between her two daughters.

Themes

Illness as catalyst, Family obligation pressure, Conflict over autonomy, Affair and loyalty, Betrayal and secrecy, Grief vs control

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259. Our Friend

Our Friend
Drama Romance Family Drama Bittersweet Romance
7.3
20192h 4minUnited States
Director: Gabriela Cowperthwaite

Overview

After learning that his terminally ill wife has six months to live, a man welcomes the support of his best friend who moves into their home to help out.

Themes

Caregiving under pressure, Duty versus personal life, Friendship as lifeline, Illness and family bonds, Reconciliation after betrayal, Chosen family resilience

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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260. Invisible Life

Invisible Life
Drama Family Drama
7.7
20192h 20minBrazil, Germany
Director: Karim Aïnouz

Overview

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1950. In the conservative home of the Gusmão family, Eurídice and Guida are two inseparable sisters who support each other. While Guida can share with her younger sister the details of her romantic adventures, Eurídice finds in her older sister the encouragement she needs to pursue her dream of becoming a professional pianist.

Themes

Sisters and patriarchy, 1940s social norms, Long lost relative expectations, Sisters autonomy and ambition, Secrecy within family dynamics, Missed opportunities and resilience

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
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