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231. Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
Science Fiction Animation Adventure Drama Action
7.2
20091h 7minUnited States
Director: Sam Liu

Overview

United States President Lex Luthor uses the oncoming trajectory of a Kryptonite meteor to frame Superman and declare a $1 billion bounty on the heads of the Man of Steel and his ‘partner in crime’, Batman. Heroes and villains alike launch a relentless pursuit of Superman and Batman, who must unite—and recruit help—to try and stave off the action-packed onslaught, stop the meteor Luthors plot.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Abuse of power, Deception in leadership, Accountability under crisis, Weaponized authority, Public distrust in governance

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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232. Air Doll

Air Doll
Drama Fantasy Relationship Drama Dark Fantasy
6.9
20091h 52minJapan
Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

Overview

A life-size, inflatable sex doll suddenly comes to life one day. Without her owner knowing, she goes for a walk around town and falls in love with Junichi. She starts to date Junichi and gets a job at the same store where he works. Everything seems to be going perfectly for her until something unexpected happens.

Themes

Factory autonomy tension, Doll as companion, Sex doll exploitation, Objectification through video store, Life-size dynamics, Video store ownership

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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233. The Rebound

The Rebound
Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
6.3
20091h 35minUnited States
Director: Bart Freundlich

Overview

Upon discovering her husband's infidelity, Sandy leaves the suburbs and moves into the city. There, she befriends Aram, a guy whose wife only married him so she could get a green card. Sandy hires Aram to be her nanny, and it isn't long until Aram and Sandy find out they get along wonderfully and start to date. But is their relationship real or is it, in fact, just a rebound for both of them?

Themes

Age-gap romance, Caregiving as catalyst, Infidelity aftermath, Green-card motivation, Single motherhood resilience, Professional advancement and romance

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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234. Adventureland

Adventureland
Comedy Drama Romance Coming-of-Age Drama Romantic Comedy
6.8
20091h 47minUnited States
Director: Greg Mottola

Overview

In the summer of 1987, a college graduate takes a 'nowhere' job at his local amusement park, only to find it's the perfect course to get him prepared for the real world.

Themes

Economic precarity, Loyalty under pressure, Coming of age, Workplace romance, Rumor dynamics, Illicit affair

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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235. Rudo & Cursi

Rudo & Cursi
Comedy Drama Buddy Comedy Entertainment Industry Drama
6.7
20081h 42minMexico, United States
Director: Carlos Cuarón

Overview

Two brothers living a hard life of manual labor in rural Mexico have a simple dream: saving enough money to build their mother her dream house. But fate has other plans. A friendly game of soccer leads to first Rudo, then to Cursi being taken on by the nation’s top talent scout. Suddenly, they find themselves living the high life of star athletes: fame, fortune, fast cars and beautiful women.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Family obligation and aspiration, Class mobility, Temptations of fame, Sibling rivalry, Opportunity vs risk

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Apple TV
Amazon Video
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236. Love Exposure

Love Exposure
Action Comedy Drama Romance Awkward Comedy
8.0
20083h 57minJapan
Director: Sion Sono

Overview

The story of a teenage boy named Yu, who falls for Yoko, a girl he runs into while operating for the sake of sin as an "up-skirt" photographer. His attempts to woo her are complicated by a spot of cross-dressing – which convinces Yoko that she is lesbian – dalliances with kung-fu and crime, and a constant struggle with the guilt that's a legacy of his Catholic upbringing.

Themes

Forbidden romance, Religious expectation, Transvestite disguise, Cross dressing, Disguised self, Cult manipulation

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Filmin
ARROW
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237. Frost/Nixon

Frost/Nixon
Drama History Historical Drama Political History
7.6
20082h 2minFrance, United Kingdom
Director: Ron Howard

Overview

For three years after being forced from office, Nixon remained silent. But in summer 1977, the steely, cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit for one all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency. Nixon surprised everyone in selecting Frost as his televised confessor, intending to easily outfox the breezy British showman and secure a place in the hearts and minds of Americans. Likewise, Frost's team harboured doubts about their boss's ability to hold his own. But as the cameras rolled, a charged battle of wits resulted.

Themes

Reputation salvage under pressure, Interview as battleground, Media spectacle and politics, Private funding and sponsorship, Ethical compromises in journalism, Public image versus accountability

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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238. Ghost Town

Ghost Town
Comedy Romance Drama Fantasy Dark Comedy
6.7
20081h 42minUnited States
Director: David Koepp

Overview

Bertram Pincus, a cranky, people-hating Manhattan dentist, develops the unwelcome ability to see dead people. Really annoying dead people. Even worse, they all want something from him, particularly Frank Herlihy, a smooth-talking ghost, who pesters him into a romantic scheme involving his widow Gwen. They are soon entangled in a hilarious predicament between the now and the hereafter!

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Urban isolation, Unfinished business, Cynicism and empathy, Supernatural interference, Career vs personal life, Romantic entanglement

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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239. Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Zack and Miri Make a Porno
Comedy Romance Adult Comedy Romantic Comedy
6.5
20081h 42minUnited States
Director: Kevin Smith

Overview

Childhood friends Zack and Miri are looking for a quick way to make money. One day they come up with a “brilliant” idea—to make an adult film that, in their opinion, is sure to sell.

Themes

Financial desperation, Creative risk under pressure, Friendship vs romance, Work vs personal life, Community support in crisis, Collaborative loyalty under strain

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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240. Tinker Bell

Tinker Bell
Animation Family Adventure Fantasy Family Animation
6.8
20081h 18minIndia, United States
Director: Bradley Raymond

Overview

Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and hear Tinker Bell speak for the very first time as the astonishing story of Disney's most famous fairy is finally revealed in the all-new motion picture "Tinker Bell."

Themes

Talent vs expectation, Innovation under pressure, Belonging through craft, Collaboration over sabotage, Mentorship and accountability, Role conformity vs personal talent

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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