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Movies with tense vibe

The Pope's Exorcist

381. The Pope's Exorcist

Horror Thriller Supernatural Horror Investigation Suspense
6.1

20231h 43min

United States

Director: Julius Avery

Overview

Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican, investigates a young boy's terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden.

Themes

Trauma and resilience, Religious authority vs doubt, Secrecy within institutions, Ritual as coping mechanism, Conspiracy and hidden histories, Skepticism and faith

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Hunger

382. Hunger

Drama Entertainment Industry Drama
6.6

20232h 25min

Thailand

Director: Sitisiri Mongkolsiri

Overview

A talented young street-food cook pushes herself to the limit after accepting an invitation to train under an infamous and ruthless chef.

Themes

Craft under pressure, Reputation as currency, Competition and betrayal, Mentor dynamics and control, Wealth as status symbol, Class aspiration and excess

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Clock

383. Clock

Horror Thriller Psychological Horror Mind Game Thriller
5.0

20231h 32min

United States

Director: Alexis Jacknow

Overview

On the eve of her 38th birthday, a woman desperately attempts to fix her broken biological clock.

Themes

Surveillance and control, Trust and deception, Body autonomy, Medical authority, Biomedical ethics, Pressure of motherhood

Available on

Hulu
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

384. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

Adventure Fantasy Comedy Treasure Hunt Quest Fantasy
7.2

20232h 14min

Canada, United States

Director: John Francis Daley

Overview

A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Loyalty under pressure, Power and legitimacy, Risk and improvisation, Collective resilience, Betrayal and strategy

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Amazon Video
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Google Play Movies
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A Good Person

385. A Good Person

Drama Comedy Relationship Drama
7.1

20232h 8min

Canada, United States

Director: Zach Braff

Overview

Allison's life falls apart following her involvement in a fatal accident. The unlikely relationship she forms with her would-be father-in-law helps her live a life worth living.

Themes

Intergenerational tension, Family obligation, Trauma and recovery, Survivor guilt, Art as coping, Addiction and relapse, Loss and care dynamics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Rye Lane

386. Rye Lane

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
7.2

20231h 22min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Raine Allen-Miller

Overview

Two heartbroken twenty-somethings feel trapped in a maze of cheating exes, stale memories, and boomerang feelings in South London. In one chaotic day, they crash art shows, hijack a moped, and storm old relationships, desperate to escape their pasts before those old flames pull them right back in.

Themes

Deception in dating, Creative reinvention, Breakup resilience, Art as social stage, Urban social navigation, Romance hesitation

Available on

Hulu
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Boston Strangler

387. Boston Strangler

Crime Mystery Thriller Serial Killer Crime Investigation Mystery
6.5

20231h 53min

United States

Director: Matt Ruskin

Overview

Reporters Loretta McLaughlin and Jean Cole bravely pursue the story of the Boston Strangler at great personal risk, putting their own lives on the line in their quest to uncover the truth.

Themes

Gender bias in newsroom, Investigative pressure and risk, Copycat crime dynamics, Pattern recognition and doubt, Media scrutiny of police, Truth seeking under sexism

Available on

Hulu
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Tetris

388. Tetris

Thriller History Drama Historical Event Political Thriller
7.4

20231h 58min

United Kingdom

Director: Jon S. Baird

Overview

In 1988, American video game salesman Henk Rogers discovers the video game Tetris. When he sets out to bring the game to the world, he enters a dangerous web of lies and corruption behind the Iron Curtain.

Themes

Lies and corruption, Ethical ambiguity under pressure, Political pressure and coercion, International dealmaking under threat, Loyalty and friendship across borders, Rights licensing struggle

Available on

Apple TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Shazam! Fury of the Gods

389. Shazam! Fury of the Gods

Comedy Action Fantasy Superhero Action High-Concept Comedy
5.9

20232h 10min

United States

Director: David F. Sandberg

Overview

Billy Batson and his foster siblings, who transform into superheroes by saying "Shazam!", are forced to get back into action and fight the Daughters of Atlas, who they must stop from using a weapon that could destroy the world.

Themes

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Flamin' Hot

390. Flamin' Hot

Drama History Historical Drama Biographical History
6.8

20231h 39min

United States

Director: Eva Longoria

Overview

The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.

Themes

Based on true story framing, Biography authenticity aspiration, Janitor mobility through opportunity, Woman director leadership dynamics, Mexican american heritage leverage, Branding through multicultural marketing

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Prime Video
Hulu
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