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Movies with fast-paced vibe

Space Sweepers

361. Space Sweepers

Drama Fantasy Science Fiction Space Sci-Fi
6.5

20212h 16min

South Korea

Director: Jo Sung-hee

Overview

When the crew of a space junk collector ship called The Victory discovers a humanoid robot named Dorothy that's known to be a weapon of mass destruction, they get involved in a risky business deal which puts their lives at stake.

Themes

Debt and survival pressures, Corporate power and injustice, Environmental activism and security, Technology as weapon and tool, Human-android bonds, Space colony inequality

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Finding ʻOhana

362. Finding ʻOhana

Adventure Action Comedy Family Treasure Hunt
6.1

20212h 3min

United States

Director: Jude Weng

Overview

Two Brooklyn siblings' summer in a rural Oahu town takes an exciting turn when a journal pointing to long-lost treasure sets them on an adventure, leading them to reconnect with their Hawaiian heritage.

Themes

Intergenerational memory, Heritage and belonging, Family ties and choices, Respect for spirits and offerings, Treasure and responsibility, Exploration and courage

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Netflix
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Wish Dragon

363. Wish Dragon

Animation Family Comedy Fantasy Romance
7.2

20211h 39min

United States, China

Director: Chris Appelhans

Overview

Determined teen Din is longing to reconnect with his childhood best friend when he meets a wish-granting dragon who shows him the magic of possibilities.

Themes

Class inequality, Betrayal and deception, Identity through disguise, Desire vs duty, Loyalty and sacrifice, Economic status

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Netflix
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Death to 2020

364. Death to 2020

Comedy Satire
6.8

20201h 11min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Alice Mathias

Overview

2020: A year so [insert adjective of choice here], even the creators of Black Mirror couldn't make it up… but that doesn't mean they don't have a little something to add. This comedy event that tells the story of the dreadful year that was — and perhaps still is? The documentary-style special weaves together some of the world's most (fictitious) renowned voices with real-life archival footage.

Themes

Political polarization, Misinformation dynamics, Public health uncertainty, Institutional trust erosion, Media satire critique, Democratic process scrutiny

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Netflix
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Rose Island

365. Rose Island

Comedy Adventure Satire Maritime Adventure
7.0

20202h

Italy

Director: Sydney Sibilia

Overview

In 1968, engineer Giorgio Rosa established the independent state called "The Isle of Roses" off the coast of Rimini, built on a platform outside the territorial waters, with Esperanto as the official language. The Italian authorities did not take it well because the micronation was seen as an expedient to not pay taxes on the revenues obtained thanks to the arrival of numerous tourists and curious people.

Themes

Pursuit of recognition, Government pressure, Political independence, Seasteading experiments, Tourism as leverage, Unofficial sovereignty

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Netflix
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Happiest Season

366. Happiest Season

Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.6

20201h 42min

United States

Director: Clea DuVall

Overview

A young woman's plans to propose to her girlfriend while at her family's annual holiday party are upended when she discovers her partner hasn't yet come out to her conservative parents.

Themes

Authenticity vs performance, Coming out under pressure, Parental expectations and control, Family acceptance vs tradition, Public exposure and reputation, Sibling dynamics and support

Available on

Hulu
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Stand by Me Doraemon 2

367. Stand by Me Doraemon 2

Animation Adventure Comedy Science Fiction Drama
7.5

20201h 36min

Japan

Director: Takashi Yamazaki

Overview

Nobita travels to the future to show his beloved grandma his bride, but adult Nobita has fled his own wedding.

Themes

Intergenerational bonds, Time travel consequences, Family duty vs desire, Memory manipulation risk, Identity shaped by circumstance, Gadget-enabled growth

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Netflix
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The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two

368. The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two

Family Fantasy Adventure Comedy Christmas Family
6.0

20201h 52min

United States

Director: Chris Columbus

Overview

Kate Pierce is reluctantly spending Christmas with her mom’s new boyfriend and his son Jack. But when the North Pole and Christmas are threatened to be destroyed, Kate and Jack are unexpectedly pulled into a new adventure with Santa Claus.

Themes

Blended family tension, Duty vs personal desire, Time travel consequences, Protecting sacred artifacts, Intergenerational reconciliation, Teamwork under pressure

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Freaky

369. Freaky

Horror Comedy Slasher Horror Parody
6.3

20201h 42min

United States

Director: Christopher Landon

Overview

A mystical, ancient dagger causes a notorious serial killer to magically switch bodies with a 17-year-old girl.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Power and vulnerability, Adolescence under threat, Identity under pressure, Appearances vs reality, Bullying and resilience

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Amazon Video
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Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

370. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

Family Fantasy Music Christmas Family Supernatural Fantasy
6.4

20202h 2min

United States

Director: David E. Talbert

Overview

An imaginary world comes to life in a holiday tale of an eccentric toymaker, his adventurous granddaughter, and a magical invention that has the power to change their lives forever.

Themes

Generational tension, Family estrangement, Invention driven ambition, Christmas resilience, Toymaker heritage, Inventor responsibility

Available on

Netflix
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