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Movies with dry vibe

Deadpool

841. Deadpool

Action Adventure Comedy Superhero Action Dark Comedy
8.0

20161h 48min

United States

Director: Tim Miller

The origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who, after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

Themes

Romance under strain, Anti hero ethics, Body transformation consequences, Humor as coping mechanism, Vigilante vs law

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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How to Be Single

842. How to Be Single

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.1

20161h 50min

United States

Director: Christian Ditter

New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love.

Themes

Independence vs attachment, One-night stand culture, Lonely hearts market, Urban dating norms, Single life pressure, Pursuit of the right match

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Hail, Caesar!

843. Hail, Caesar!

Comedy Crime Drama Mystery History
6.3

20161h 46min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Joel Coen

When a Hollywood star mysteriously disappears in the middle of filming, the studio sends their fixer to get him back.

Themes

Deception as leverage, Public image management, Media manipulation and control, Studio power dynamics, Political pressure and conformity, Art versus commerce, Celebrity as commodity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Misconduct

844. Misconduct

Drama Thriller Legal Drama Courtroom Thriller
5.3

20161h 46min

United States

Director: Shintaro Shimosawa

An ambitious lawyer finds himself caught in a power struggle between a corrupt pharmaceutical executive and his firm’s senior partner. When the case takes a deadly turn, he must race to uncover the truth before he loses everything.

Themes

Corporate corruption, Ambition vs loyalty, Power and betrayal, Legal manipulation and deceit, Pharmaceutical ethics under pressure, Professional integrity under threat

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

845. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Romance Horror Comedy Thriller Romantic Comedy
5.8

20161h 48min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Burr Steers

A zombie outbreak has fallen upon the land in this reimagining of Jane Austen's classic tale of the tangled relationships between lovers from different social classes in 19th century England. Feisty heroine Elizabeth Bennet is a master of martial arts and weaponry and the handsome Mr. Darcy is a fierce zombie killer, yet the epitome of upper class prejudice. As the zombie outbreak intensifies, they must swallow their pride and join forces on the blood-soaked battlefield in order to conquer the undead once and for all.

Themes

Class inequality, Social climbing, Deception and betrayal, Survival under siege, Gender expectations, Prejudice and pride

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland

846. Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland

Comedy Satire
5.7

20161h 30min

United States

Director: Lev L. Spiro

With Blue Mountain State football star Thad Castle recently signing a multi-million dollar NFL contract, his teammates and college life seem like a distant memory. However, when a new school dean threatens to clean up the BMS image by auctioning off the infamous Goat House, Alex, Sammy and the boys must find a way to convince him to get involved. Despite his new fortune and fame, there is one small favor that Thad needs done before he saves the day: the biggest booze-and-sloot fest in BMS history. Welcome to Thadland!

Themes

Loyalty under strain, Deception and belonging, Leadership accountability, Image vs integrity, Illusion of wealth, Party culture critique

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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The Bronze

847. The Bronze

Drama Comedy Parody Sports Biography
6.1

20161h 48min

United States

Director: Bryan Buckley

In 2004, Hope Ann Greggory became an American hero after winning the bronze medal for the women's gymnastics team. Today, she's still living in her small hometown, washed-up and embittered. Stuck in the past, Hope must reassess her life when a promising young gymnast threatens her local celebrity status.

Themes

Inheritance as motive, Legacy vs self-worth, Local celebrity status pressure, Competition and recognition, Mentorship vs self-interest, Deception for gain

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Dirty Grandpa

848. Dirty Grandpa

Comedy Adult Comedy
5.9

20161h 42min

United States, Germany

Director: Dan Mazer

Jason Kelly is one week away from marrying his boss's uber-controlling daughter, putting him on the fast track for a partnership at the law firm. However, when the straight-laced Jason is tricked into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather, Dick, to Daytona for spring break, his pending nuptials are suddenly in jeopardy. Between riotous frat parties, bar fights, and an epic night of karaoke, Dick is on a quest to live his life to the fullest and bring Jason along for the ride.

Themes

Loyalty under strain, Wedding pressure, Peer influence, Duty versus freedom, Midlife rebellion, Misrepresentation and deceit

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The 5th Wave

849. The 5th Wave

Science Fiction Adventure Action Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Survival Adventure
5.2

20161h 52min

United States

Director: J Blakeson

16-year-old Cassie Sullivan tries to survive in a world devastated by the waves of an alien invasion that has already decimated the population and knocked mankind back to the Stone Age.

Themes

Survival under invasion, Deception by authorities, Collapse of civilization, Child squads indoctrination, Resilience and hope, Alien manipulation of humans

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Sherlock: The Abominable Bride

850. Sherlock: The Abominable Bride

Crime Drama Mystery Thriller TV Movie
8.0

20161h 30min

United Kingdom

Director: Douglas Mackinnon

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find themselves in 1890s London in this holiday special.

Themes

Deception via doubles, Appearance via staged identity, Secrecy via conspiratorial group, Memory manipulation mind palace, Power via hidden network, Murder via bride persona

Available on

Amazon Video
PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel
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