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The School for Good and Evil

1. The School for Good and Evil

Fantasy Comedy Adventure Epic Fantasy Parody
5.9
20222h 29min

Overview

Best friends Sophie and Agatha navigate an enchanted school for young heroes and villains — and find themselves on opposing sides of the battle between good and evil.

Themes

"movie: the school for good and evil. genres: fantasy, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure main themes: school of witchcraft, School, Based on young adult novel, School of witchcraft, School, Based on young adult novel full keywords list: school of witchcraft, School, Based on young adult novel, Good versus evil, Teenager. concept analysis: the film interrogates the danger of rigid moral binaries and storybook identities, Arguing that agency and empathy—rather than assigned roles or flattering narratives—define true heroism. it also examines how longing for a mythic self can be manipulated into violence, And how sacrificial love and personal choice can break deterministic stories."

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Hocus Pocus 2

2. Hocus Pocus 2

Fantasy Comedy Family Supernatural Fantasy Parody
6.0
20221h 44min

Overview

29 years since the Black Flame Candle was last lit, the 17th-century Sanderson sisters are resurrected, and they are looking for revenge. Now it's up to three high school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.

Themes

Sibling dynamics, Cost of power, Revenge motive, Youth exploitation, Outsiders confronting tradition, Mass enchantment

Available on

Disney Plus
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You Won't Be Alone

3. You Won't Be Alone

Horror Drama Folk Horror
6.4
20221h 48min

Overview

In an isolated mountain village in 19th century Macedonia, a young feral witch accidentally kills a peasant. She assumes the peasant's shape to see what life is like in her skin, igniting a deep seated curiosity to experience life inside the bodies of others.

Themes

Isolation and longing, Transformation as power, Silence as agency, Persecution and fear, Power over bodies, Caregiver danger dynamics

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Incantation

4. Incantation

Horror Supernatural Horror
6.2
20221h 51min

Overview

Inspired by the true story of a family who believed they were possessed by spirits. This film follows a woman who must protect her child from a curse.

Themes

Protective motherhood under threat, Curse as burden, Ancestral ritual danger, Found footage menace, Spirit possession risk, Deception of viewers

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Netflix
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The Exorcism of God

5. The Exorcism of God

Horror Crime Drama Fantasy Supernatural Horror
5.3
20221h 38min

Overview

An American priest working in Mexico is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a secret that’s eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his demon one final time.

Themes

"movie: the exorcism of god. genres: horror, Crime, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Crime, Drama, Fantasy main themes: prison, Small town, Mexico, Prison, Small town, Mexico full keywords list: prison, Small town, Mexico, Exorcism, Possession, Possessed, Exorcist, Wonder. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of guilt and redemption, Highlighting the struggle between faith and personal demons. it questions the nature of sacrifice and the consequences of one's past actions, Ultimately portraying a tragic descent into darkness."

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Scream

6. Scream

Horror Mystery Slasher Horror Whodunit
6.3
20221h 54min

Overview

Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer has donned the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Family legacy, Media sensationalism, Youth culture pressures, Fandom manipulation, Copycat violence

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Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City

7. Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City

Action Horror Science Fiction Zombie Horror Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
5.2
20211h 47min

Overview

Once the booming home of pharmaceutical giant Umbrella Corporation, Raccoon City is now a dying Midwestern town. The company’s exodus left the city a wasteland…with great evil brewing below the surface. When that evil is unleashed, the townspeople are forever…changed…and a small group of survivors must work together to uncover the truth behind Umbrella and make it through the night.

Themes

"movie: resident evil: welcome to raccoon city. genres: action, Horror, Science fiction, Action, Horror, Science fiction main themes: biological weapon, Orphanage, Dystopia, Biological weapon, Orphanage, Dystopia full keywords list: biological weapon, Orphanage, Dystopia, Mutant, Infection, Zombie, Mansion, Police station, Based on video game, Reboot, Ghost town, Duringcreditsstinger, Lockdown, 1990s, Secret experiment, Bitter, Disheartening. concept analysis: the film serves as a cautionary tale about the ethical implications of scientific experimentation and corporate greed. it highlights the fragility of humanity in the face of overwhelming technological advancements and the moral dilemmas that arise when survival is at stake."

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Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin

8. Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Whodunit
5.3
20211h 38min

Overview

Margot is a documentary filmmaker looking to meet her long-lost mother and extended family in a secluded Amish community. She and her film crew soon realize the family that welcomes them into their home might be hiding a sinister secret.

Themes

"movie: paranormal activity: next of kin. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes: supernatural, Cult, Amish, Supernatural, Cult, Amish full keywords list: supernatural, Cult, Amish, Sequel, Paranormal, Demonic possession, Ghost, Found footage, Paranormal activity, Devil worship, Animal sacrifice, Supernatural horror, Pagan cult, Bold. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of familial legacy and the haunting nature of one's ancestry, Illustrating how the past can shape and dictate the present. it delves into the psychological and supernatural consequences of uncovering dark family secrets, Ultimately questioning the nature of evil that can be inherited through bloodlines."

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Overview

A small-town Oregon teacher and her brother, the local sheriff, discover a young student is harbouring a dangerous secret that could have frightening consequences.

Themes

"movie: antlers. genres: drama, Horror, Mystery, Drama, Horror, Mystery main themes: sheriff, Superstition, Trauma, Sheriff, Superstition, Trauma full keywords list: sheriff, Superstition, Trauma, Native american, Oregon, Usa, Creature, Meth lab, School teacher, Mining town, Based on short story, Wendigo, Folk horror, Myth. concept analysis: antlers explores the themes of familial trauma and the cyclical nature of abuse, Illustrating how darkness can manifest in both human and supernatural forms. it serves as a chilling reminder of the hidden horrors that can exist within seemingly ordinary lives."

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The Manor

10. The Manor

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Locked-Room Mystery
5.3
20211h 21min

Overview

After suffering a stroke, Judith moves into a historic nursing home, where she begins to suspect something supernatural is preying on the residents. With no one willing to believe her, Judith must either escape the confines of the manor, or fall victim to the evil that dwells within it.

Themes

"movie: the manor. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the themes of aging and the desperation for connection, As judith's desire to prolong her life leads her down a dark path. it raises questions about the moral cost of seeking immortality and the sacrifices one makes for love and companionship."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
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