tragic backdrop

Movies with tragic vibe

Valley of the Dead

1. Valley of the Dead

Comedy Horror War Dark Comedy Zombie Horror
5.8
20201h 41min

Overview

During the Spanish Civil War, sworn enemies must work together when they encounter flesh-eating zombies created in a Nazi experiment.

Themes

"movie: valley of the dead. genres: comedy, Horror, War, Comedy, Horror, War main themes: spain, Experiment, Nazi, Spain, Experiment, Nazi full keywords list: spain, Experiment, Nazi, Zombie. concept analysis: the film explores the fragility of human alliances in the face of existential threats, Illustrating how survival often necessitates cooperation between sworn enemies. it also critiques the ethical boundaries of scientific experimentation and the consequences of war, Highlighting the horrors that arise when humanity's darker impulses are unleashed."

Available on

Netflix
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Books of Blood

2. Books of Blood

Horror Science Fiction Supernatural Horror Hard Sci-Fi
5.6
20201h 47min

Overview

A journey into uncharted and forbidden territory through three tales tangled in space and time.

Themes

"movie: books of blood. genres: horror, Science fiction, Horror, Science fiction main themes: horror anthology, Horror anthology full keywords list: horror anthology. concept analysis: the film interrogates how grief and the hunger for narrative can corrode ethics, Turning storytelling into an act of possession that consumes both teller and subject. it suggests that people will trade bodily autonomy and moral truth for solace or myth, And that stories—once embodied—both heal and mutilate."

Available on

Hulu
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12 Hour Shift

3. 12 Hour Shift

Comedy Crime Horror Dark Comedy Heist
5.5
20201h 28min

Overview

It's 1999 and over the course of one 12-hour shift at an Arkansas hospital, a junkie nurse, her scheming cousin and a group of black market organ-trading criminals start a heist that could lead to their collective demise.

Themes

"movie: 12 hour shift. genres: comedy, Crime, Horror, Comedy, Crime, Horror main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the moral decay and desperation that can arise from addiction and the lengths individuals will go to for survival. it serves as a critique of the healthcare system and the commodification of human life, Highlighting the ethical dilemmas faced by those trapped in a cycle of addiction and crime."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Sightless

4. Sightless

Thriller Horror Mind Game Thriller Psychological Horror
5.5
20201h 29min

Overview

After an attack renders her blind, Ellen withdraws from the world to recover. But soon she plunges into paranoia, unable to convince anyone that her assailant has returned to terrorize her by hiding in plain sight.

Themes

"movie: sightless. genres: thriller, Horror, Thriller, Horror main themes: violinist, Blind woman, Violinist, Blind woman full keywords list: violinist, Blind woman. concept analysis: the film explores themes of trauma and the struggle for autonomy in the face of manipulation and control. it highlights the psychological impact of violence and the journey toward reclaiming one's identity and strength."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Secrets We Keep

5. 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 Paramedic

6. The Paramedic

Thriller Drama Crime Revenge Thriller Tragic Drama
5.7
20201h 34min

Overview

Unable to face his new reality in a wheelchair, Ángel develops a deadly obsession with the woman who left him and unleashes a sinister revenge plot.

Themes

"movie: the paramedic. genres: thriller, Drama, Crime, Thriller, Drama, Crime main themes: wheelchair, Trauma, Car accident, Wheelchair, Trauma, Car accident full keywords list: wheelchair, Trauma, Car accident, Bound and gagged, Paramedic, Caregiver, Gag, Captivity, Accident, Gagged, Covid-19. concept analysis: the film explores the destructive nature of obsession and the consequences of emotional manipulation in relationships. it highlights the themes of control, Revenge, And the cyclical nature of abuse, Ultimately questioning the boundaries of love and possession."

Available on

Netflix
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The Babysitter: Killer Queen

7. The Babysitter: Killer Queen

Comedy Horror Dark Comedy Supernatural Horror
5.8
20201h 41min

Overview

Two years after defeating a satanic cult led by his babysitter Bee, Cole's trying to forget his past and focus on surviving high school. But when old enemies unexpectedly return, Cole will once again have to outsmart the forces of evil.

Themes

"movie: the babysitter: killer queen. genres: comedy, Horror, Comedy, Horror main themes: babysitter, Sequel, Satanic ritual, Babysitter, Sequel, Satanic ritual full keywords list: babysitter, Sequel, Satanic ritual, Satanic cult, Virgin sacrifice. concept analysis: the film explores themes of innocence lost and the complexities of love in the face of trauma. it highlights the struggle between good and evil, Emphasizing the power of personal connections to overcome dark forces."

Available on

Netflix
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The Owners

8. The Owners

Horror Mystery Thriller Home Invasion Horror Whodunit
5.0
20201h 32min

Overview

A group of friends think they found the perfect easy score - an empty house with a safe full of cash. But when the elderly couple that lives there comes home early, the tables are suddenly turned. As a deadly game of cat and mouse ensues, the would-be thieves must fight to save themselves from a nightmare they could never have imagined.

Themes

"movie: the owners. genres: horror, Mystery, Thriller, Horror, Mystery, Thriller main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the depths of human depravity and the consequences of greed, Illustrating how desperation can lead individuals to make morally reprehensible choices. it also delves into themes of manipulation and the facade of normalcy that can hide dark secrets beneath the surface."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Vanished

9. The Vanished

Thriller Horror Crime Action Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
5.7
20201h 55min

Overview

A family vacation takes a terrifying turn when parents Paul and Wendy discover their young daughter has vanished without a trace. Stopping at nothing to find her, the search for the truth leads to a shocking revelation.

Themes

"movie: the vanished. genres: thriller, Horror, Crime, Action, Thriller, Horror, Crime, Action main themes: drowning, Police, Camping, Drowning, Police, Camping full keywords list: drowning, Police, Camping, Disappearance, Pedophile, Drugs, Missing person, Missing child, Recreational vehicle, Accidental killing, Accidental shooting. concept analysis: the film explores the depths of parental grief and the psychological impact of unresolved loss. it delves into the lengths to which individuals will go to escape reality and the dangers of living in a fabricated world."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Tesla

10. Tesla

History Drama Biographical History Historical Drama
5.1
20201h 42min

Overview

The story of the Promethean struggles of Nikola Tesla, as he attempts to transcend entrenched technology—including his own previous work—by pioneering a system of wireless energy that would change the world.

Themes

"movie: tesla. genres: history, Drama, History, Drama main themes: inventor, Biography, Based on true story, Inventor, Biography, Based on true story full keywords list: inventor, Biography, Based on true story, Nikola tesla, Tesla coil. concept analysis: the film 'tesla' explores the profound loneliness and isolation that often accompany genius, Illustrating how groundbreaking innovation can lead to personal sacrifice and misunderstanding. it also critiques the competitive nature of technological advancement, Highlighting the ethical dilemmas faced by inventors in a rapidly evolving world."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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