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Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

1. Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Animation Comedy Family Adventure Family Animation
6.9
20091h 34min

Overview

Times are changing for Manny the moody mammoth, Sid the motor mouthed sloth and Diego the crafty saber-toothed tiger. Life heats up for our heroes when they meet some new and none-too-friendly neighbors – the mighty dinosaurs.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Protective parenting, Found family in adversity, Survival under external threat, Trust under stress, Birth amid crisis

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
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The Proposal

2. The Proposal

Comedy Romance Drama Romantic Comedy Workplace Comedy
6.8
20091h 48min

Overview

When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.

Themes

Romantic deception, Family expectations, Fake engagement, Immigration pressure, Workplace power dynamics, Wealth and ambition

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Whip It

3. Whip It

Drama Sports Competition
6.9
20091h 51min

Overview

In Bodeen, Texas, an indie-rock loving misfit finds a way of dealing with her small-town misery after she discovers a roller derby league in nearby Austin.

Themes

Deception and loyalty, Coming of age pressure, Roller derby identity, Small town expectations, Female friendship loyalty, Parental control conflict

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Wonder Woman

4. Wonder Woman

Action Adventure Animation Fantasy Science Fiction
7.3
20091h 14min

Overview

On the mystical island of Themyscira, a proud and fierce warrior race of Amazons have raised a daughter of untold beauty, grace and strength: Princess Diana. When an Army fighter pilot, Steve Trevor, crash-lands on the island, the rebellious and headstrong Diana defies Amazonian law by accompanying Trevor back to civilization.

Themes

Duty versus desire, Gendered power dynamics, Empowerment through action, Isolation and discovery, Leadership and sacrifice, Divine influence on war

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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He's Just Not That Into You

5. He's Just Not That Into You

Comedy Romance Drama Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
6.4
20092h 9min

Overview

Have you ever sat by the phone wondering why he said he would call, but didn't, or you can't figure out why she doesn't want to sleep with you anymore, or why your relationship just isn't going to the next level... they're just not that into you. Gigi just wants a man who says he'll call—and does—while Alex advises her to stop waiting by the phone. Beth wants a proposal after years of a committed relationship with her boyfriend, Neil, who sees nothing wrong with the status quo. Janine's not sure if she can trust her husband, Ben, who can't quite trust himself around Anna. Anna can't decide between the sexy married guy, or her straightforward, no-sparks standby, Conor, who can't get over the fact that he can't have her. And Mary, who's found an entire network of loving, supportive men, just needs to find one who's straight.

Themes

Commitment pressure, Misread signals, Fidelity and temptation, Marriage expectations, Friendship to romance

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Yes Man

6. Yes Man

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
6.8
20081h 44min

Overview

Carl Allen, a guy whose life is going nowhere, signs up for a self-help program based on one simple covenant: say yes to everything…and anything.

Themes

Self-improvement pressure, Risk and reward of yes, Spontaneity vs restraint, Social acceptance dynamics, Romance versus commitment, Friendship loyalty tension

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Bolt

7. Bolt

Animation Family Adventure Comedy Family Animation
6.8
20081h 38min

Overview

Bolt is the star of the biggest show in Hollywood. The only problem is, he thinks it's real. After he's accidentally shipped to New York City and separated from Penny, his beloved co-star and owner, Bolt must harness all his "super powers" to find a way home.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Reality vs performance, Displacement and adaptation, Showbiz illusion, Companionship across species, Autonomy vs manipulation

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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High School Musical 3: Senior Year

8. High School Musical 3: Senior Year

Comedy Romance Drama Family Music
5.0
20081h 57min

Overview

As seniors in high school, Troy and Gabriella struggle with the idea of being separated from one another as college approaches. Along with the rest of the Wildcats, they stage a spring musical to address their experiences, hopes and fears about their future.

Themes

Friendship under strain, Rivalry and loyalty, Coming of age, Performance as identity, Scholarship competition, Future college pressure

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Another Cinderella Story

9. Another Cinderella Story

Music Comedy Romance Family Narrative Musical
5.8
20081h 30min

Overview

A guy who danced with what could be the girl of his dreams at a costume ball only has one hint at her identity: the Zune she left behind as she rushed home in order to make her curfew. And with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in front of him, he sets out to find his masked beauty.

Themes

Pursuit of dreams, Bullying and resilience, Public image manipulation, Modern fairy tale motifs, Guardianship power imbalance, Dance contest ambition

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Tinker Bell

10. Tinker Bell

Animation Family Adventure Fantasy Family Animation
6.8
20081h 18min

Overview

Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and hear Tinker Bell speak for the very first time as the astonishing story of Disney's most famous fairy is finally revealed in the all-new motion picture "Tinker Bell."

Themes

Talent vs expectation, Innovation under pressure, Belonging through craft, Collaboration over sabotage, Mentorship and accountability, Role conformity vs personal talent

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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