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Movies with reflective vibe

Let Them All Talk

1. Let Them All Talk

Comedy Drama Ensemble Comedy Relationship Drama
6.1
20201h 53min

Overview

A celebrated author takes a journey with some old friends to have some fun and heal old wounds. Her nephew comes along to wrangle the ladies and finds himself involved with a young literary agent.

Themes

Ambition vs ethics, Public life vs private life, Creative legacy vs profit, Rebuilding fragile friendships, Tension over personal material, Ownership of stories

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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The Midnight Sky

2. The Midnight Sky

Science Fiction Drama Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Psychological Drama
5.7
20201h 58min

Overview

A lone scientist in the Arctic races to contact a crew of astronauts returning home to a mysterious global catastrophe.

Themes

"movie: the midnight sky. genres: science fiction, Drama, Science fiction, Drama main themes: based on novel or book, Post-apocalyptic future, Nuclear radiation, Based on novel or book, Post-apocalyptic future, Nuclear radiation full keywords list: based on novel or book, Post-apocalyptic future, Nuclear radiation, Space travel, Arctic polar circle region, End of the world, Cancer, Astronaut, Space exploration, Space adventure, Spacewalk, 2040s, Space walk. concept analysis: the film explores themes of isolation and the human desire for connection amidst catastrophic circumstances. it delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the quest for redemption in the face of impending doom."

Available on

Netflix
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Supernova

3. Supernova

Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Relationship Drama
6.9
20201h 34min

Overview

Sam and Tusker, partners of 20 years, are traveling across England in their old RV visiting friends, family and places from their past. Since Tusker was diagnosed with early-onset dementia two years ago, their time together is the most important thing they have. As the trip progresses, however, their ideas for the future clash, secrets come out, and their love for each other is tested as never before. Ultimately, they must confront the question of what it means to love one another in the face of Tusker’s illness.

Themes

Road trip tension, Lgbt visibility, Early-onset dementia strain, Gay theme exploration, Road trip memory

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Come Away

4. Come Away

Fantasy Adventure Epic Fantasy Coming-of-Age Adventure
5.7
20201h 34min

Overview

Before Alice went to Wonderland, and before Peter became Pan, they were brother and sister. When their eldest brother dies in a tragic accident, they each seek to save their parents from their downward spirals of despair until finally they are forced to choose between home and imagination, setting the stage for their iconic journeys into Wonderland and Neverland.

Themes

"movie: come away. genres: fantasy, Adventure, Fantasy, Adventure main themes: woman director, Woman director full keywords list: woman director. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of grief and the loss of childhood innocence, Illustrating how imagination serves as both an escape and a coping mechanism for children facing tragedy. it highlights the importance of familial bonds and the sacrifices made in the name of love and protection."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Hillbilly Elegy

5. Hillbilly Elegy

Drama Family Drama
6.7
20201h 57min

Overview

An urgent phone call pulls a Yale Law student back to his Ohio hometown, where he reflects on three generations of family history and his own future.

Themes

Class inequality, Intergenerational trauma, Economic mobility, Substance abuse burden, Family loyalty vs dysfunction, Single motherhood

Available on

Netflix
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Operation Christmas Drop

6. Operation Christmas Drop

Comedy Family Romance TV Movie Christmas Family
5.9
20201h 35min

Overview

While gathering evidence to support closing a tropical U.S. Air Force base, a congressional aide warms to its generous captain.

Themes

"movie: operation christmas drop. genres: comedy, Family, Romance, Tv movie, Comedy, Family, Romance, Tv movie main themes: u.s. air force, Military base, Christmas spirit, U.s. air force, Military base, Christmas spirit full keywords list: u.s. air force, Military base, Christmas spirit, Christmas, Guam. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of compassion and community service, Highlighting the importance of human connection in the face of bureaucratic decisions. it also emphasizes the transformative power of experiencing generosity and kindness during the holiday season."

Available on

Netflix
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2 Hearts

7. 2 Hearts

Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Tragic Drama
6.3
20201h 42min

Overview

When illness strikes two people who are polar opposites, life and death bring them together in surprising ways.

Themes

Illness and organ donation, Destiny versus choice, Faith under strain, Hope through transplantation, Grief and gratitude, Family expectations vs love

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Rifkin’s Festival

8. Rifkin’s Festival

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
6.1
20201h 32min

Overview

The story of a married American couple who go to the San Sebastian Film Festival. They get caught up in the magic of the festival, the beauty and charm of Spain and the fantasy of movies. She has an affair with a brilliant French movie director, and he falls in love with a beautiful Spanish woman who lives there.

Themes

Deception in relationships, Marital strain and infidelity, Jealousy and artistic rivalry, Cinephilia and festival culture, Pursuit of meaning in cinema, Aging and relevance in art

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Secrets We Keep

9. The Secrets We Keep

Thriller History Drama Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
5.9
20201h 37min

Overview

In post-World War II America, a woman, rebuilding her life in the suburbs with her husband, kidnaps her neighbor and seeks vengeance for the heinous war crimes she believes he committed against her.

Themes

"movie: the secrets we keep. genres: thriller, History, Drama, Thriller, History, Drama main themes: post world war ii, Vengeance, Post world war ii, Vengeance full keywords list: post world war ii, Vengeance. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of trauma and the quest for vengeance, Questioning the morality of retribution in the face of past atrocities. it delves into the psychological scars left by war and the lengths to which individuals will go to confront their demons."

Available on

Kanopy
Hoopla
Fandango At Home
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The War with Grandpa

10. The War with Grandpa

Comedy Family Parent-Child Family Buddy Comedy
5.7
20201h 38min

Overview

Peter is thrilled that his Grandpa is coming to live with his family. That is, until Grandpa moves into Peter's room, forcing him upstairs into the creepy attic. And though he loves his Grandpa, he wants his room back - so he has no choice but to declare war.

Themes

"movie: the war with grandpa. genres: comedy, Family, Comedy, Family main themes: friendship, Birthday, Grandfather, Friendship, Birthday, Grandfather full keywords list: friendship, Birthday, Grandfather, Teenage girl, Family, Family conflict, Attic, Changing room, Resentment, Duringcreditsstinger. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of intergenerational relationships and the struggle for identity within a family dynamic. it highlights the importance of communication and understanding in overcoming conflicts and fostering connections."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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