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Movies with hazy vibe

The Father

1. The Father

Drama Psychological Drama
8.2
20201h 37min

Overview

A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages and, as he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances, he begins to doubt his loved ones, his own mind and even the fabric of his reality.

Themes

Aging and dependence, Caregiving burden, Memory loss and confusion, Reality perception erosion, Home-hospital liminality, Caregiver-patient role tension

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The Girl in the Fog

2. The Girl in the Fog

Mystery Thriller Crime Investigation Mystery Investigation Suspense
6.8
20172h 8min

Overview

A gripping and chilling thriller that brings us to a hazy mountain village where an enigmatic detective is investigating the sudden disappearance of fifteen-year-old girl.

Themes

Community pressure, Media attention, Family involvement, Resource escalation, Procedural discipline, Timeline reconstruction

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Inherent Vice

3. Inherent Vice

Drama Mystery Comedy Investigation Mystery Satire
6.6
20142h 29min

Overview

In Los Angeles at the turn of the 1970s, drug-fueled detective Larry "Doc" Sportello investigates the disappearance of an ex-girlfriend.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Money as motive, Drug trade networks, Counterculture disillusionment, Militia intrigue and power, Frame and deception

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Adore

4. Adore

Drama Relationship Drama
6.2
20131h 40min

Overview

Lil and Roz are two lifelong friends, having grown up together as neighbors in an idyllic beach town. As adults, their sons have developed a friendship as strong as that which binds their mothers. One summer, all four are confronted by simmering emotions that have been mounting between them, and each find unexpected happiness in relationships that cross the bounds of convention.

Themes

Friendship under pressure, Competing loyalties, Secrecy and disclosure, Fragile marriages, Enduring betrayal, Forbidden intimacy

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The First Time

5. The First Time

Drama Comedy Romance Coming-of-Age Drama Romantic Comedy
6.8
20121h 35min

Overview

A spark of attraction smolders, then ignites, between two teens from different high schools who meet by chance at a party.

Themes

Jealousy and insecurity, Peer pressure dynamics, First love awkwardness, Cross-group romance, Virginity expectations, Adolescent experimentation consequences

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All the Real Girls

6. All the Real Girls

Drama Romance Passionate Romance Relationship Drama
6.7
20031h 48min

Overview

In a sleepy little mill town in North Carolina, Paul is the town Romeo. But when his best friend's sister returns home from boarding school, he finds himself falling for her innocent charm. In spite of her lack of experience and the violent protests of her brother, the two find themselves in a sweet, dreamy and all-consuming love.

Themes

Virginity and trust, Reputation vs commitment, Small-town romance expectations, Past trauma and scars, Rumors and social pressure, Moving on after heartbreak

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