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10 Dystopian Movies Like "Leave The World Behind"
Since its release on Netflix, the gripping apocalyptic psychological thriller Leave the World Behind—an adaptation of Rumaan Alam's heralded novel—has been on everyone's watchlist. With a strong cast including Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke, Myha'la, and Kevin Bacon, this movie narrates the story of a family whose vacation goes berserk when a cyberattack hits and two unsolicited guests show up at their rental house in the dead of night. Here is a list of flawed movies like Leave the World Behind.
By Aaftab Pinjariabout a year ago in Geeks
Inside Out 2
Inside Out was one of the most impactful Disney/Pixar movies to date. Lately they have been falling flat, not just in quality but in marketing. However because of the success of the first movie they seemed to put a lot more effort in the promotion of Inside Out 2. I am a big advocate for coming of age stories for young women because there simply aren’t a lot of them. So I was personally excited for this movie. Let’s see if it meets expectations.
By Alexandrea Callaghanabout a year ago in Geeks
The Sunlit Night - A Movie Review
It’s a relief to be inside a place that knows what it is. The Sunlit Night is a 2019 film. Frances, an aspiring painter travels from New York to Norway for an opportunity to expand her art talents. She meets eccentric locals in the small town as she explores art and love.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Spoiler Alert!: A Guide To Proper Spoiler Etiquette. Top Story - November 2024.
In the days before Internet, Social Media, and worldwide simultaneous episode drops on streaming services, having a film or TV series spoiled before you had seen it was a much less prevalent issue than it is today. Even though many U.S based TV shows aired weeks or months ahead of what was being seen in Australia, for example, the lack of immediate online discussion meant episodes remained unspoiled. The same was true for new release films. Unless you had encountered someone who had seen a film before you, and that person accidentally revealed plot details, you usually had more time to see a film before you needed to fear having it spoiled.
By Kristy Andersonabout a year ago in Geeks
10 Creepy and Bizzare Movies Like "Midsommar
Grief is a powerful and often haunting theme that permeates the horror genre, and Midsommar (2019) is a striking example of this exploration. While it may not be the first horror film to tackle grief, Dani's (Florence Pugh) emotional turmoil is portrayed with such intensity that it leaves viewers feeling profoundly unsettled. This might answer your question, "Is Midsommar Scary?". Among the many exceptional horror films produced by A24, we don't know Where was Midsommar Filmed? But Midsommar stands out for its ability to evoke deep discomfort. Here is a list of Dreadful movies like Midsommar.
By Aaftab Pinjariabout a year ago in Geeks
The Motel Life - A Movie Review
Think about the life you want, a place you can go and hide. The Motel Life escaped into theaters in 2012. Two brothers flee to the Reno Motel after a fatal hit-and-run accident. Either they turn themselves in or the situation will escalate.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Please Give - A Movie Review
Make decisions that are right for you. Please Give is a 2010 film. In New York City, a husband and wife butt heads with the granddaughters of the elderly woman who lives in the apartment the couple owns. As each person continues with everyday life, their interactions provoke new issues and relationships.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Snack Shack: 2024's Underrated Coming-of-Age Comedy
We’re making the big bucks with this snack shack! Snack Shack is a 2024 film. Two teen best friends who love hustling are hired to run their local swimming pool’s snack shack for the summer. As money builds up, so do romantic tensions when they meet a new girl.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Out of My Mind (2024) Shouts Hope, Representation, and Voice
We all have a voice, let them hear you. Based on the book by Sharon M. Draper, Out of My Mind is a 2024 film about Melody Brooks, a nonverbal, wheelchair-bound sixth grader with cerebral palsy. With the help of a devoted teacher and assistive technology, Melody moves up a step in school. She erases others' doubts, showing what she is truly capable of.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar Web Series Review
Recently a new romance show has come on Disney Plus Hotstar, in which every audience can connect with, those who have been cheated in love or whose hearts have been hurt in love at some point in time, the name is Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar, so what kind of show is this, let's explore.
By Ayush Vermaabout a year ago in Geeks
