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Movies with tense vibe

Relic

861. Relic

Horror Mystery Psychological Horror Unreliable Perspective Mystery
6.0

20201h 29min

Australia, United States

Director: Natalie Erika James

When elderly mother Edna inexplicably vanishes, her daughter rushes to the family's decaying home, finding clues of her increasing dementia scattered around the house in her absence.

Themes

Dementia drives family strain, Old house isolation, Unspoken worry under pressure, Decay and confinement in rooms, Caregiver burden boundary, Family roles under pressure

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Ghosts of War

862. Ghosts of War

Horror Thriller War Science Fiction Supernatural Horror
5.6

20201h 34min

United States

Director: Eric Bress

A group of World War II American soldiers encounter a supernatural enemy as they occupy a French castle previously under Nazi control.

Themes

"movie: ghosts of war. genres: horror, Thriller, War, Science fiction, Horror, Thriller, War, Science fiction main themes: video game, World war ii, Supernatural, Video game, World war ii, Supernatural full keywords list: video game, World war ii, Supernatural, Castle, Haunted castle, Bold. concept analysis: the film explores the haunting effects of trauma and the moral complexities of warfare, Particularly the consequences of inaction in the face of suffering. it delves into the psychological struggles of soldiers as they confront their past and seek redemption for their perceived failures."

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Follow Me

863. Follow Me

Horror Thriller Psychological Horror Survival Thriller
5.4

20201h 28min

United States

Director: Will Wernick

A social media personality travels with his friends to Moscow to capture new content for his successful vlog. Always pushing the limits and catering to a growing audience, they enter a cold world of mystery, excess, and danger. When the lines between real life and social media are blurred, the group must fight to escape, and survive.

Themes

"movie: follow me. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: escape, Danger of life, Social media, Escape, Danger of life, Social media full keywords list: escape, Danger of life, Social media, Escape room, Social media influencer, Lesbian, Death game. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical limits of social media and the impact of digital fame on personal relationships. it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of losing oneself in the pursuit of online validation."

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Ava

864. Ava

Action Thriller Crime One-Person Army Survival Thriller
5.5

20201h 36min

United States

Director: Tate Taylor

A black ops assassin is forced to fight for her own survival after a job goes dangerously wrong.

Themes

"movie: ava. genres: action, Thriller, Crime, Action, Thriller, Crime main themes: assassin, Secret organization, Murder, Assassin, Secret organization, Murder full keywords list: assassin, Secret organization, Murder, Female assassin, Professional assassin, Secret, Thriller. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of redemption and the struggle for personal connection amidst a life of violence. it delves into the consequences of one's choices and the haunting nature of past relationships, Highlighting the complexities of familial bonds and the quest for forgiveness."

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Amazon Video
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Undine

865. Undine

Fantasy Drama Romance Bittersweet Romance Relationship Drama
6.6

20201h 29min

France, Germany

Director: Christian Petzold

Undine is a historian and tour guide at the Berlin City Museum specializing in urban development, while Christoph is an industrial diver. Linked by a love of the water, the two form an intense bond, which can only do so much to help Undine overcome the considerable baggage of her former affair.

Themes

Trust under deception, Baggage from past affair, Urban development pressure, Illicit romance under scrutiny, Water as life and trial, Professional identity vs love

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The Vigil

866. The Vigil

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Whodunit
5.8

20201h 28min

United States

Director: Keith Thomas

A man providing overnight watch to a deceased member of his former Orthodox Jewish community finds himself opposite a malevolent entity.

Themes

"movie: the vigil. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes: new york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit, New york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit full keywords list: new york city, Haunted house, Evil spirit, Spirit, Demon, Ghost, Jewish, Mazzikin. concept analysis: the film explores themes of guilt and the haunting nature of unresolved trauma, Particularly within the context of cultural and personal history. it delves into the struggle for redemption and the impact of past actions on present existence."

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The Outpost

867. The Outpost

War Drama History Action Modern Conflicts
6.8

20202h 3min

United States

Director: Rod Lurie

A small unit of U.S. soldiers, alone at the remote Combat Outpost Keating, located deep in the valley of three mountains in Afghanistan, battles to defend against an overwhelming force of Taliban fighters in a coordinated attack. The Battle of Kamdesh, as it was known, was the bloodiest American engagement of the Afghan War in 2009 and Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV became one of the most decorated units of the 19-year conflict.

Themes

Leadership under fire, Duty under pressure, Morale under siege, Rules of engagement tension, Bribery and leverage, Endurance under attrition

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#Alive

868. #Alive

Action Horror Science Fiction Zombie Horror Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
6.3

20201h 38min

South Korea

Director: Cho Il

As a grisly virus rampages a city, a lone man stays locked inside his apartment, digitally cut off from seeking help and desperate to find a way out.

Themes

Survival through improvisation, Drone reliance, Zombie presence, Isolation under crisis, Trust between survivors, Communication blackout, Rescue by external force

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Netflix
Plex Channel
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Looks That Kill

869. Looks That Kill

Comedy Romance Drama Romantic Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.3

20201h 32min

United States

Director: Kellen Moore

A teenager lives out the hilarious and often tragic consequences of being lethally attractive, until he meets a girl with a congenital defect.

Themes

Caregiving under pressure, Unconventional romance, Appearance and stigma, Illness and emotional risk, Physical difference and belonging, Self-destructive impulses

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Lost Bullet

870. Lost Bullet

Action Thriller Crime Drama Vehicle-Driven Action
6.3

20201h 32min

Belgium, France

Director: Guillaume Pierret

A small time delinquent, turned police mechanic for a go fast task force, is forced to defend his innocence when his mentor is killed by dirty cops.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Deception within institutions, Police corruption and frame-ups, Risk and loyalty dynamics, Illicit policing methods, Accountability under threat

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Netflix
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