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Movies with cynical vibe

Jackass 3D

491. Jackass 3D

Comedy Documentary Action Adult Comedy
7.0

20101h 34min

United States

Director: Jeff Tremaine

Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O, Wee Man and the rest of their fearless and foolhardy friends take part in another round of outrageous pranks and stunts. In addition to standing in the path of a charging bull, launching themselves into the air and crashing through various objects, the guys perform in segments such as "Sweatsuit Cocktail," "Beehive Tetherball" and "Lamborghini Tooth Pull."

Themes

Pain via beehive pranks, Risk taking through charging bull, Tetherball chaos, Bar brawl stunts, Tooth pulled pain, Port-a-potty launches

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Elite Squad: The Enemy Within

492. Elite Squad: The Enemy Within

Drama Action Crime Organized Crime Military Action
8.0

20101h 55min

Brazil

Director: José Padilha

After a bloody invasion of the BOPE in the High-Security Penitentiary Bangu 1 in Rio de Janeiro to control a rebellion of interns, the Lieutenant-Colonel Roberto Nascimento and the second in command Captain André Matias are accused by the Human Right Aids member Diogo Fraga of execution of prisoners. Matias is transferred to the corrupted Military Police and Nascimento is exonerated from the BOPE by the Governor.

Themes

Police corruption, Investigative journalism, Institutional complicity, Militia power, Political machine, State capture

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The Social Network

493. The Social Network

Drama Professional Drama
7.8

20102h 1min

United States

Director: David Fincher

In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.

Themes

Elite network competition, Ownership dilution, Partnership betrayal, Governance conflict, Legal proceedings, Techno entrepreneur ambition

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El Infierno

494. El Infierno

Action Crime Western Comedy Drama
7.6

20102h 28min

Mexico

Director: Luis Estrada

After being deported back to Mexico, a man has no choice but to join the vicious drug cartel that has corrupted his hometown in order to survive.

Themes

Loyalty under duress, Deception within criminal networks, Cycles of violence, Family obligation under crime, Corruption and power, Survival in a border town

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The Other Guys

495. The Other Guys

Comedy Action Satire Buddy Action
6.7

20101h 47min

United States

Director: Adam McKay

Unlike their heroic counterparts on the force, desk-bound NYPD detectives Gamble and Hoitz garner no headlines as they work day to day. When a seemingly minor case turns out to be a big deal, the two cops get the opportunity to finally prove to their comrades that they have the right stuff.

Themes

Bureaucratic obstruction, Power and influence, Partnership under pressure, Duty vs ambition, Public image vs competence, Financial crime exposure

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Get Low

496. Get Low

Drama Mystery Comedy Historical Drama Whodunit
7.0

20101h 43min

United States, Germany

Director: Aaron Schneider

A movie spun out of equal parts folk tale, fable and real-life legend about the mysterious, 1930s Tennessee hermit who famously threw his own rollicking funeral party... while he was still alive.

Themes

Public ritual spectacle, Rumors shape reputation, Outsider seeking belonging, Concealed past exposed, Power of storytelling, Truth versus myth

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Batman: Under the Red Hood

497. Batman: Under the Red Hood

Mystery Crime Animation Action Drama
8.1

20101h 15min

United States

Director: Brandon Vietti

One part vigilante, one part criminal kingpin, Red Hood begins cleaning up Gotham with the efficiency of Batman, but without following the same ethical code.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Loyalty and betrayal, Vigilante ethics and crime, Power struggles in crime networks, Identity and masks, Revenge and restraint

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Revenge of the Bridesmaids

498. Revenge of the Bridesmaids

Comedy Romance TV Movie Romantic Comedy Parody
5.9

20101h 30min

United States

Director: James Hayman

Two women plot revenge against the woman marrying their friend's ex-boyfriend.

Themes

Female friendship under pressure, Public perception, Wedding sabotage, Undercover collaboration, Estate wealth tension, Bridesmaid deception

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fuboTV
YouTube TV
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Grown Ups

499. Grown Ups

Comedy Buddy Comedy
6.0

20101h 42min

United States

Director: Dennis Dugan

After their high school basketball coach passes away, five good friends and former teammates reunite for a Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Themes

Enduring friendship under strain, Wealth and status tension, Family dynamics under stress, Masculine pride and competition, Humor through chaos, Parenting responsibilities during upheaval

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Wild Target

500. Wild Target

Action Comedy Buddy Action Dark Comedy
6.7

20101h 38min

France, United Kingdom

Director: Jonathan Lynn

Victor Maynard is a middle-aged, solitary assassin who lives to please his formidable mother, despite his own peerless reputation for lethal efficiency. His professional routine is interrupted when he finds himself drawn to one of his intended victims. After sparing her life, he unexpectedly acquires a young apprentice. Believing Victor to be a private detective, his two new companions tag along, while he attempts to thwart the murderous attentions of his unhappy client.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Family obligation, Revenge and consequence, Apprentice mentorship, Loyalty vs love, Romance amid violence

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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