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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

1. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Exploration Adventure
6.0
20232h 5min

Overview

Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne, along with with Hope's parents Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym, and Scott's daughter Cassie Lang, find themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought possible.

Themes

Power core control, Family under pressure, Alternate dimension governance, Sequel expectations, Aftercreditsstinger hints, Rebellion under tyranny

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Marlowe

2. Marlowe

Crime Detective Mystery Crime
5.4
20231h 49min

Overview

Private detective Philip Marlowe becomes embroiled in an investigation involving a wealthy Californian family after a beautiful blonde hires him to track down her former lover.

Themes

"movie: marlowe. genres: crime, Crime main themes: los angeles, California, Private detective, Missing person, Los angeles, California, Private detective, Missing person full keywords list: los angeles, California, Private detective, Missing person, 1930s, Old hollywood. concept analysis: the film explores themes of betrayal and the moral ambiguity of human relationships within a corrupt society. it highlights the struggle for power and the lengths individuals will go to protect their interests, Ultimately questioning the nature of loyalty and justice."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Pamela, A Love Story

3. Pamela, A Love Story

Documentary Biographical Documentary
7.2
20231h 53min

Overview

In her own words, through personal video and diaries, Pamela Anderson shares the story of her rise to fame, rocky romances and infamous sex tape scandal.

Themes

Fame and objectification, Public gaze vs privacy, Gendered media scrutiny, Diary-based memory, Turbulent marriage and autonomy

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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True Spirit

4. True Spirit

Adventure Drama History Maritime Adventure Coming-of-Age Drama
6.8
20231h 49min

Overview

When the tenacious young sailor Jessica Watson sets out to be the youngest person to sail solo, nonstop and unassisted around the world, many expect her to fail. With the support of her sailing coach and mentor Ben Bryant and her parents, Jessica is determined to accomplish what was thought to be impossible, navigating some of the world’s most challenging stretches of ocean over the course of 210 days.

Themes

Based on true story, Solo endurance under pressure, Sailing trip, Public scrutiny and doubt, Loneliness and perseverance, Risk management and decision making

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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Blood

5. Blood

Horror Mystery Thriller Body Horror Investigation Mystery
5.5
20231h 48min

Overview

Jess, a newly separated mother and nurse, moves into her old family farmhouse with Tyler, her teenage daughter, and Owen, her eight-year-old son. One night, the family dog senses something in the woods and runs off to find it. He returns a couple of days later and attacks Owen, savagely biting him before Jess is able to intervene. Owen is rushed to the hospital. His condition worsens, and no one can figure out why... until Jess discovers a disturbing cure...

Themes

"movie: blood. genres: horror, Mystery, Thriller, Horror, Mystery, Thriller main themes: country house, Forest, Hospital, Country house, Forest, Hospital full keywords list: country house, Forest, Hospital, Dog, Divorcee, Sick child, Child of divorce, Divorced couple, Hollow tree, Drinking blood, Recovering drug addict. concept analysis: the film explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her child, Delving into themes of addiction, Sacrifice, And the moral complexities of survival. it raises questions about the nature of love and the monstrous transformations that can arise from desperation."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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JUNG_E

6. JUNG_E

Science Fiction Dystopian Sci-Fi
5.5
20231h 38min

Overview

On an uninhabitable 22nd-century Earth, the outcome of a civil war hinges on cloning the brain of an elite soldier to create a robot mercenary.

Themes

"movie: jung_e. genres: science fiction, Science fiction main themes: future, Artificial intelligence (a.i.), Clone, Future, Artificial intelligence (a.i.), Clone full keywords list: future, Artificial intelligence (a.i.), Clone, Dystopia, Mercenary, Robot, 22nd century, War. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of cloning and artificial intelligence, Questioning the essence of humanity and memory. it also delves into themes of sacrifice and the enduring bond between a mother and daughter in the face of overwhelming adversity."

Available on

Netflix
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Shotgun Wedding

7. Shotgun Wedding

Action Comedy Romance Parody Romantic Comedy
5.5
20221h 41min

Overview

Darcy and Tom gather their families for the ultimate destination wedding but when the entire party is taken hostage, “’Til Death Do Us Part” takes on a whole new meaning. Now, Darcy and Tom must save their loved ones—if they don’t kill each other first.

Themes

"movie: shotgun wedding. genres: action, Comedy, Romance, Action, Comedy, Romance main themes: pirate gang, Ex fiancé, Philippines, Pirate gang, Ex fiancé, Philippines full keywords list: pirate gang, Ex fiancé, Philippines, Wedding, Hostage situation, Baseball player, Perfectionist, Fiancé fiancée relationship, Divorced parents, Family problems, Past relationship, Self-sabotage, Imminent wedding, Arguing couple, Beach wedding, Peace corps, Destination wedding, Island resort, Sea pirates. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of love and commitment under extreme circumstances, Highlighting how adversity can strengthen relationships. it also critiques the lengths to which individuals will go for love, Revealing both the darker and more heroic aspects of human nature."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Man from Toronto

8. The Man from Toronto

Action Adventure Comedy Buddy Action Buddy Comedy
5.8
20221h 53min

Overview

A case of mistaken identity forces a bumbling entrepreneur to team up with a notorious assassin known as The Man from Toronto in hopes of staying alive.

Themes

"movie: the man from toronto. genres: action, Adventure, Comedy, Action, Adventure, Comedy main themes: assassin, Mistaken identity, Torture, Assassin, Mistaken identity, Torture full keywords list: assassin, Mistaken identity, Torture, Evil dictator. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of mistaken identity and the consequences of deception, Highlighting how misunderstandings can lead to unexpected alliances. it also delves into the importance of honesty in relationships and the transformative power of adversity."

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Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Babylon

9. Babylon

Drama Comedy Entertainment Industry Drama Satire
7.1
20223h 9min

Overview

A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, tracing the rise and fall of multiple characters in an era of unbridled decadence and depravity during Hollywood's transition from silent films to sound films in the late 1920s.

Themes

Old hollywood power dynamics, Class ascent via gambling, Addiction and gambling debt, 1920s decadence and excess, Elephant spectacle, Cocaine fueled excess

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Eight Mountains

10. The Eight Mountains

Drama Coming-of-Age Drama
7.7
20222h 27min

Overview

An epic journey of friendship and self-discovery set in the breathtaking Italian Alps, The Eight Mountains follows over four decades the profound, complex relationship between Pietro and Bruno.

Themes

Self reinvention, Longstanding friendship, Creative ambition, Belonging and dislocation, Parental tensions, Mountain lifeworld

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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