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Movies with relentless vibe

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

1. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Adventure Action Adventure Epic Epic Action
6.5
20232h 35min

Overview

Finding himself in a new era, and approaching retirement, Indy wrestles with fitting into a world that seems to have outgrown him. But as the tentacles of an all-too-familiar evil return in the form of an old rival, Indy must don his hat and pick up his whip once more to make sure an ancient and powerful artifact doesn't fall into the wrong hands.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Illicit antiquities trade, Aging vs relevance, Heritage in ancient rome, Treasure hunt ethics, Loyalty and mentorship

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Resident Evil: Death Island

2. Resident Evil: Death Island

Action Animation Science Fiction Horror Zombie Horror
5.7
20231h 31min

Overview

In San Francisco, Jill Valentine is dealing with a zombie outbreak and a new T-Virus, Leon Kennedy is on the trail of a kidnapped DARPA scientist, and Claire Redfield is investigating a monstrous fish that is killing whales in the bay. Joined by Chris Redfield and Rebecca Chambers, they discover the trail of clues from their separate cases all converge on the same location, Alcatraz Island, where a new evil has taken residence and awaits their arrival.

Themes

Trust under threat, Collective resilience under threat, Crisis-driven power dynamics, Ethical ambiguity in science, Technological escalation, Institutional oversight failures

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King

3. Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King

Animation Fantasy Action Adventure Anime
7.4
20231h 53min

Overview

As a lionhearted boy who can't wield magic strives for the title of Wizard King, four banished Wizard Kings of yore return to crush the Clover Kingdom.

Themes

Power and legitimacy, Magic-based hierarchy, Rise of revived authority, Identity and loyalty under strain, Exclusion through revival, Conflict over leadership

Available on

Netflix
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They Cloned Tyrone

4. They Cloned Tyrone

Comedy Science Fiction Mystery Dark Comedy Investigation Mystery
6.6
20232h 2min

Overview

A series of eerie events thrusts an unlikely trio onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy lurking directly beneath their neighborhood.

Themes

Surveillance and control, Experimental ethics, Racial exploitation, Deception for order, Cloning and dehumanization, Assimilation as violence

Available on

Netflix
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Extraction 2

5. Extraction 2

Action Thriller Crime One-Person Army Organized Crime
7.0
20232h 2min

Overview

Back from the brink of death, highly skilled commando Tyler Rake takes on another dangerous mission: saving the imprisoned family of a ruthless gangster.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Duty versus family, Protective custody consequences, Betrayal under strain, Extraction risk management, Prison riot dynamics

Available on

Netflix
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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts

6. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts

Science Fiction Adventure Action Epic Action Adventure Epic
6.0
20232h 7min

Overview

When a new threat capable of destroying the entire planet emerges, Optimus Prime and the Autobots must team up with a powerful faction known as the Maximals. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, humans Noah and Elena will do whatever it takes to help the Transformers as they engage in the ultimate battle to save Earth.

Themes

Duty vs survival, Human-machine alliance, Trust under threat, Deception under pressure, Sacrifice for home, Leadership under crisis

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Reality

7. Reality

Drama Thriller Political Drama Political Thriller
6.7
20231h 23min

Overview

Augusta, Georgia, United States, June 3, 2017. After running some errands, Reality Winner returns home, where she is approached by two men.

Themes

Whistleblower ethics, Transparency vs secrecy, Media coverage impact, Public interest vs loyalty, Legal jeopardy and risk, Institutional response to leaks

Available on

HBO Max
HBO Max Amazon Channel
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The Wrath of Becky

8. The Wrath of Becky

Action Horror Thriller Home Invasion Horror Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
6.1
20231h 23min

Overview

Two years after she escaped a violent attack on her family, 16-year-old Becky attempts to rebuild her life in the care of an older woman -- a kindred spirit named Elena. However, when a violent group known as the Noble Men break into their home, attack them and take their beloved dog, Becky must return to her old ways to protect herself and her loved ones.

Themes

Trauma and resilience, Survival under siege, Revenge motivation, Protective bonds under strain, Misogyny tension, Extremist pressure

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Kandahar

9. Kandahar

Action Thriller War Military Action Political Thriller
6.1
20231h 59min

Overview

After his mission is exposed, an undercover CIA operative stuck deep in hostile territory in Afghanistan must fight his way out, alongside his Afghan translator, to an extraction point in Kandahar, all whilst avoiding elite enemy forces and foreign spies tasked with hunting them down.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Betrayal and deception, Trust under manipulation, Covert operation ethics, Civilian risk in conflict, Extraction under threat

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Fast X

10. Fast X

Action Crime Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action Organized Crime
5.7
20232h 22min

Overview

Over many missions and against impossible odds, Dom Toretto and his family have outsmarted, out-nerved and outdriven every foe in their path. Now, they confront the most lethal opponent they've ever faced: A terrifying threat emerging from the shadows of the past who's fueled by blood revenge, and who is determined to shatter this family and destroy everything—and everyone—that Dom loves, forever.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Trust vs suspicion, Revenge and retaliation, Family under threat, High stakes risk taking, Deception and double games

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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