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Movies with dry vibe

The Inbetweeners 2

1041. The Inbetweeners 2

Comedy Adult Comedy
6.4

20141h 36min

Australia, France

Director: Damon Beesley

Neil, Will and Simon receive an invite from Jay to join him in Australia whilst on his gap year, who promises them it’s ”the sex capital of the world”. With their lives now rather dull compared to their hedonistic school days and legendary lads holiday, it’s an offer they can’t refuse. Once again, they put growing up temporarily on-hold, and embark on a backpacking holiday of a lifetime in an awful car, inspired by Peter Andre’s ‘Mysterious Girl’. Will soon finds himself battling with the lads to do something cultural, whilst they focus their attention on drinking, girls, and annoying fellow travelers.

Themes

Group dynamics under stress, Travel as escape, Hedonism vs responsibility, Youth culture pressures, Deception in social interactions, Outsider traveler status, Belonging among peers

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Calling

1042. The Calling

Thriller Investigation Suspense
5.9

20141h 48min

Canada, United States

Director: Jason Stone

Detective Hazel Micallef hasn't had much to worry about in the sleepy town of Port Dundas until a string of gruesome murders in the surrounding countryside brings her face to face with a serial killer driven by a higher calling.

Themes

Deception in appearances, Caregiver duty conflict, Obsession with resurrection, Small-town justice, Terminal illness ethics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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That Sugar Film

1043. That Sugar Film

Documentary Social & Political Documentary
7.4

20141h 37min

Director: Damon Gameau

One man's journey to discover the bitter truth about sugar. Damon Gameau embarks on a unique experiment to document the effects of a high sugar diet on a healthy body, consuming only foods that are commonly perceived as 'healthy'. Through this entertaining and informative journey, Damon highlights some of the issues that plague the sugar industry, and where sugar lurks on supermarket shelves.

Themes

Health risk of sugar, Perceived healthy foods, Bliss point manipulation, Food industry influence, Experimental dieting, Public health implications

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Guardians of the Galaxy

1044. Guardians of the Galaxy

Action Science Fiction Adventure Superhero Action Space Sci-Fi
8.0

20142h 1min

United States

Director: James Gunn

Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Betrayal and deception, Found family dynamics, Resilience under threat, Collective risk taking, Power versus responsibility

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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A Most Wanted Man

1045. A Most Wanted Man

Thriller Political Thriller
6.7

20142h 1min

Belgium, Germany

Director: Anton Corbijn

A Chechen Muslim illegally immigrates to Hamburg and becomes a person of interest for a covert government team tracking the movements of potential terrorists.

Themes

Deception as strategy, Influence through manipulation, Loyalty over expediency, Financial leverage and risk, Ethical ambiguity of aid, State power and surveillance

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Rampage: Capital Punishment

1046. Rampage: Capital Punishment

Action Crime Thriller Political Thriller Organized Crime
6.0

20141h 33min

Canada, Germany

Director: Uwe Boll

A man takes over a TV station and holds a number of hostages as a political platform to awaken humanity, instead of money.

Themes

Media as weapon, Violence as political platform, Populist manipulation, Government manipulation, Wealth concentration critique, Public spectacle

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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I Origins

1047. I Origins

Science Fiction Drama Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi Psychological Drama
7.3

20141h 46min

United States

Director: Mike Cahill

A molecular biologist's study of the human eye has far-reaching implications about humanity's scientific and spiritual beliefs.

Themes

Grief and guilt, Memory and identity, Obsession and pursuit, Science vs spirituality, Ethics of biomed data, Playing god in science

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Wish I Was Here

1048. Wish I Was Here

Drama Comedy Family Drama Awkward Comedy
6.6

20141h 47min

France, United States

Director: Zach Braff

Aidan Bloom, a struggling actor, father and husband, is 35 years old and still trying to find a purpose for his life. He and his wife are barely getting by financially and Aidan passes his time by fantasizing about being the great futuristic Space-Knight he'd always dreamed he'd be as a little kid. When his ailing father can no longer afford to pay for private school for his two kids and the only available public school is on its last legs, Aidan reluctantly agrees to attempt to home-school them. Through teaching them about life his way, Aidan gradually discovers some of the parts of himself he couldn't find.

Themes

Homeschooling versus private schooling, Economic pressures on education, Faith and practical ethics, Pursuit of uncertain career, Family obligations under stress, Caregiving across generations

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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And So It Goes

1049. And So It Goes

Comedy Drama Romance Romantic Comedy Family Drama
5.9

20141h 34min

United States

Director: Rob Reiner

Nobody likes self-centered realtor Oren Little, and he prefers it that way. He's deliberately mean to anyone who crosses his path and wants nothing more than to sell one final house and retire. His life turns upside-down when his estranged son drops off a granddaughter he never knew existed. Suddenly left in charge of her and with no idea how to take care of a child, he pawns the girl off on his neighbor, Leah -- but he eventually learns how to open his heart.

Themes

Grandparent grandchild relationship, Elderly loneliness, Self-centered real estate agent, Estranged son impact, Neighbor relationship

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Apple TV
Plex
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Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret

1050. Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret

Documentary Social & Political Documentary
8.1

20141h 30min

United States

Director: Keegan Kuhn

Follow the shocking, yet humorous, journey of an aspiring environmentalist, as he daringly seeks to find the real solution to the most pressing environmental issues and true path to sustainability.

Themes

Animal agriculture climate impact, Sustainable food systems, Environmental policy scrutiny, Organizational accountability debates, Ethical consumption pressures, Media discourse on activism

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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