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Movies with playful vibe

281. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Family Comedy Animation Science Fiction Family Animation
6.2
20171h 29minUnited States
Director: David Soren

Overview

Based on the bestselling book series, this outrageous comedy tells the story of George and Harold, two overly imaginative pranksters who hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s an enthusiastic, yet dimwitted, superhero named Captain Underpants.

Themes

Friendship under pressure, Deception and trust, Authority vs autonomy, Peer pressure in school, Creativity vs conformity, Humor as social glue

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282. Baywatch

Baywatch
Comedy Action Crime Buddy Comedy Organized Crime
5.5
20171h 56minUnited States
Director: Seth Gordon

Overview

Devoted lifeguard Mitch Buchannon butts heads with a brash new recruit. Together, they uncover a local criminal plot that threatens the future of the Bay.

Themes

Institutional corruption, Evidence manipulation, Teamwork under pressure, Power abuse, Duty vs ambition, Privatization of public spaces

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283. The Boss Baby

The Boss Baby
Animation Comedy Family Family Animation Parent-Child Family
6.3
20171h 37minUnited States
Director: Tom McGrath

Overview

A story about how a new baby's arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator, a wildly imaginative 7 year old named Tim.

Themes

Deception and loyalty, Sibling rivalry, Memory and belonging, Love vs manipulation, Corporate family tension, Age vs authority

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284. Goon: Last of the Enforcers

Goon: Last of the Enforcers
Comedy Buddy Comedy
5.8
20171h 41minCanada, United States
Director: Jay Baruchel

Overview

During a pro lockout, Doug "The Thug" Glatt is injured and must choose whether to defend his team against a dangerous new enemy, or be there for his wife as she prepares to give birth to his daughter.

Themes

Duty vs family, Ambition and restraint, Team loyalty under pressure, Public image vs personal life, Injury threats career, Rivalry escalation

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285. Win It All

Win It All
Comedy Dark Comedy
6.2
20171h 28minUnited States
Director: Joe Swanberg

Overview

A gambling addict faces a conflict when entrusted with keeping a bunch of money that isn't his.

Themes

Abuse and resilience, Fear as catalyst, Collective courage under pressure, Survival through friendship, Childhood trauma echoes, Trauma across generations


286. How to Be a Latin Lover

How to Be a Latin Lover
Comedy Ensemble Comedy
6.0
20171h 56minMexico, United States
Director: Ken Marino

Overview

An aging Latin lover gets dumped by his sugar mama and must fend for himself in a harsh world.

Themes

Aging romance for money, Deception in dating, Class and wealth pressures, Family loyalties under strain, Luxury lifestyle volatility, Pursuit of status through romance

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287. Alibi.com

Alibi.com
Comedy Family Awkward Comedy Parent-Child Family
6.5
20171h 30minFrance
Director: Philippe Lacheau

Overview

Greg founded a company called Alibi.com that creates any type of alibi. With his associate, Augustin, and Medhi his new employee, they devise unstoppable stratagems and stagings to cover their clients. But meeting Flo, a pretty blonde who hates men who lie, will complicate Greg's life, which begins by hiding the true nature of his activity. During the presentation to parents, Greg understands that Gérard, the father of Flo, is also one of their clients.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Deception in relationships, Romantic tension, Honesty vs secrecy, Professional boundaries blur, Business ethics under strain

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288. The Lego Batman Movie

The Lego Batman Movie
Animation Action Comedy Family Family Animation
7.3
20171h 44minAustralia, Denmark
Director: Chris McKay

Overview

A cooler-than-ever Bruce Wayne must deal with the usual suspects as they plan to rule Gotham City, while discovering that he has accidentally adopted a teenage orphan who wishes to become his sidekick.

Themes

Found family, Leadership under pressure, Mentorship dynamic, Trust and collaboration, Duty versus belonging

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289. The Climb

The Climb
Comedy Romance Adventure Romantic Comedy Globetrotting Adventure
6.9
20171h 43minFrance
Director: Ludovic Bernard

Overview

A true story of Samy, native of La Courneuve, who is out of love for Nadia, decides to climb Mount Everest.

Themes

Social climbing, Public spectacle, Proving oneself, Suburban aspiration, Unemployment and aspiration, Romantic motive

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290. Why Him?

Why Him?
Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.2
20161h 51minUnited States
Director: John Hamburg

Overview

A dad forms a bitter rivalry with his daughter's young rich boyfriend.

Themes

Status and belonging, Wealth versus family, In-law relationship strain, Parental approval pressure, Business ambition vs family, Rivalry and taunting dynamics

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