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Movies with surreal vibe

Love and Monsters

1. Love and Monsters

Comedy Adventure Science Fiction Action Survival Adventure
6.9
20201h 49min

Overview

Seven years since the Monsterpocalypse began, Joel Dawson has been living underground in order to survive. But after reconnecting over radio with his high school girlfriend Aimee, Joel decides to venture out to reunite with her, despite all the dangerous monsters that stand in his way.

Themes

Survival under pressure, Trust and betrayal, Coming of age resilience, Intercolony cooperation, Rebuilding communities after disaster, Found family under threat

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Valley of the Dead

2. 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."

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Flashback

3. Flashback

Thriller Mystery Mind Game Thriller Mindbender Mystery
5.4
20201h 37min

Overview

Frederick Fitzell is living his best life—until he starts having horrific visions of Cindy, a girl who vanished in high school. After reaching out to old friends with whom he used to take a mystery drug called Mercury, Fredrick realizes the only way to stop the visions lies deep within his own memories, so he embarks on a terrifying mental odyssey to learn the truth.

Themes

"movie: flashback. genres: thriller, Mystery, Thriller, Mystery main themes: journey in the past, Time travel, Mysterious drug, Journey in the past, Time travel, Mysterious drug full keywords list: journey in the past, Time travel, Mysterious drug, Journey. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of memory and the impact of past traumas on present realities. it delves into the philosophical themes of time perception and the search for redemption through understanding one's history."

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Hubie Halloween

4. Hubie Halloween

Comedy Mystery Horror Dark Comedy Whodunit
5.3
20201h 43min

Overview

Hubie Dubois, despite his devotion to his hometown of Salem, Massachusetts (and its legendary Halloween celebration), is a figure of mockery for kids and adults alike. But this year, something really is going bump in the night, and it’s up to Hubie to save Halloween.

Themes

"movie: hubie halloween. genres: comedy, Mystery, Horror, Comedy, Mystery, Horror main themes: holiday, Riding a bicycle, Halloween, Holiday, Riding a bicycle, Halloween full keywords list: holiday, Riding a bicycle, Halloween, Bullying, Single mother, Foster family, Protective mother. concept analysis: the film explores themes of acceptance and the importance of community, Highlighting how kindness can triumph over bullying and ridicule. it also emphasizes the transformative power of love and respect, As hubie evolves from a figure of mockery to a beloved leader."

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Spontaneous

5. Spontaneous

Comedy Horror Dark Comedy Gore Horror
6.5
20201h 42min

Overview

When students in their high school begin inexplicably exploding (literally), seniors Mara and Dylan struggle to survive in a world where each moment may be their last.

Themes

Youth risk-taking, Mortality in daily life, State response to crisis, Mass fear and rumor, Unclear causes and ambiguity, Hedonism as coping

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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Save Yourselves!

6. Save Yourselves!

Comedy Science Fiction High-Concept Comedy Alien Invasion Sci-Fi
5.8
20201h 33min

Overview

A young Brooklyn couple head upstate to disconnect from their phones and reconnect with themselves. Cut off from their devices, they miss the news that the planet is under attack.

Themes

"movie: save yourselves!. genres: comedy, Science fiction, Comedy, Science fiction main themes: alien invasion, Brooklyn, New york city, Woman director, Alien invasion, Brooklyn, New york city, Woman director full keywords list: alien invasion, Brooklyn, New york city, Woman director, Alternative world. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of disconnection in a hyper-connected world and the consequences of ignoring reality in favor of escapism. it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of technology dependency and the importance of human connection in times of crisis."

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12 Hour Shift

7. 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."

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Overview

Looking for an escape from her recurring nightmares, 18-year-old Sarah submits to a university sleep study, but soon realizes she's become the conduit to a frightening new discovery.

Themes

Sleep study ethics, Shadow figure motif, Dream monitoring, Eye gouging, Sleep paralysis, Shadow people

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I'm Thinking of Ending Things

9. I'm Thinking of Ending Things

Mystery Thriller Horror Psychological Horror Unreliable Perspective Mystery
6.5
20202h 15min

Overview

Nothing is as it seems when a woman experiencing misgivings about her new boyfriend joins him on a road trip to meet his parents at their remote farm.

Themes

Road trip tension, Farm isolation, Memory and dementia, Poetry and philosophy, Surrealism in narrative, Janitor presence in school

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Netflix
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The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

10. The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

Family Comedy Adventure Animation Rescue Mission Adventure
5.9
20201h 35min

Overview

When his best friend Gary is suddenly snatched away, SpongeBob takes Patrick on a madcap mission far beyond Bikini Bottom to save their pink-shelled pal.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Deception erodes trust, Bravery under doubt, Outsider status seeking belonging, Mentorship guides growth, Perilous trials test resilience

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Apple TV
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