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ROMANCE
TITLE: 13 Going on 30
1. Chara Jennifer Garner as Jenna Rink
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Call Me By Your Name is a 2017 coming-of-age drama film directed by Luca Guadagnino
and based on the 2007 novel of the same name by André Aciman. The film takes place in Italy in
the summer of 1983 and follows Elio Perlman, a 17-year-old boy who is spending his summer
vacation at his family's villa in the countryside. Elio falls in love with his father's research
assistant, Oliver, who is a 24-year-old American scholar. The two begin a romantic relationship,
navigating their feelings for each other in a time and place where same-sex relationships were
not widely accepted. The film explores themes of desire, first love, and the pain and joy that
come with the passage of time. Call Me By Your Name was critically acclaimed upon its release
and was nominated for several awards, winning the Academy Award for Best Adapted
Screenplay.
TITLE: The Kissing Booth
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The story revolves around Elle Evans, a high school junior who runs a kissing booth as
part of the school's carnival. She finds herself in a dilemma when she falls in love with her best
friend's older brother, Noah, who happens to be off-limits. Despite knowing that her friend Lee
has a strict rule against dating his relatives, Elle decides to pursue her feelings for Noah, leading
to a series of complications and challenges in their relationship. The film explores themes of
teenage love, friendship, loyalty, and betrayal.
TITLE: The Notebook
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The story follows the lives of Noah and Allie, two young lovers from different social
classes who fall in love during the summer of 1940. Despite their families' disapproval and Allie's
engagement to another man, Noah and Allie continue their love affair until World War II
separates them. Years later, an elderly Noah reads to a woman with dementia who is revealed to
be an older Allie. The Notebook explores themes of true love, fate, and the power of memories.
The film was a commercial success and is considered a classic of the romance genre. It stars
Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as the lead characters.
TITLE: Far From Heaven
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1. Cathy Whitaker - played by Julianne Moore
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This movie follows a suburban housewife whose life seems idyllic from
the outside, but inside is another story. Things get even more
complicated when she strikes up a friendship with her young, African
American gardener.
MUSICAL/ BROADWAY
TITLE: Hamilton
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" Hamilton " is a musical that tells the story of founding father Alexander Hamilton, from
his rise out of poverty in the Caribbean to his role in the American Revolution and eventual
death in a duel with Aaron Burr. The musical is known for its blend of hip-hop, R&B, and
traditional show tunes, as well as its diverse cast and reimagining of historical events. Through
music, dance, and intricate staging, "Hamilton" explores themes of legacy, power, love, and the
complexities of politics in early America. The musical was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who
also starred as Alexander Hamilton in the original Broadway production. It has won numerous
awards, including 11 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
TITLE: Les Misérables
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The story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who is hunted for decades by Inspector Javert after
breaking parole. Along the way, Valjean takes in a young girl named Cosette, who was abused
and neglected by her caretakers, the Thénardiers. The musical is a sweeping tale of love,
redemption, and sacrifice, exploring themes of social justice, morality, and the power of
compassion.
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet
Street
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The story is set in the mid-1950s in the West Side neighborhood of New York City, and follows
the rivalry between two teenage street gangs, the Jets, who are white, and the Sharks, who are
Puerto Rican. Amidst the conflict, Tony, a former member of the Jets, falls in love with Maria, the
sister of the Sharks' leader, Bernardo. The film deals with themes of love, racism, and social
inequality. The musical numbers are a blend of classical, jazz, and Latin music and dance, and are
considered iconic to this day.
TITLE: Enchanted
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The film tells the story of Giselle, a young and idealistic animated princess who is banished by
the evil Queen Narissa from her fairy tale kingdom into modern-day New York City. There, she
meets and falls in love with a cynical divorce lawyer named Robert, who is engaged to be
married to his girlfriend Nancy. As Giselle struggles to adapt to the harsh realities of the real
world, Robert tries to help her find her way back to her own world while also questioning his
own relationship with Nancy.
DOCUMENTARY
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The film tells the story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of
more than a thousand Jewish refugees during the Holocaust by employing them in his factories.
The film stars Liam Neeson as Schindler, Ralph Fiennes as Amon Göth, and Ben Kingsley as
Schindler's accountant Itzhak Stern. Schindler's List is considered one of the greatest films ever
made.
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The musical follows an aspiring composer named Jon who is struggling to make a name for
himself in New York City while also facing the pressures of turning thirty. The musical premiered
off-Broadway in 2001, and it has since been produced in theaters around the world. In 2021, a
film adaptation of the musical was released on Netflix, with Lin-Manuel Miranda making his
directorial debut. The film stars Andrew Garfield as Jon, Alexandra Shipp as Susan, and Robin de
Jesus as Michael. "Tick, Tick... Boom!" is known for its rock-inspired score, its relatable themes,
and its celebration of the creative process.
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The film is based on the life of the famous physicist Stephen Hawking, particularly his
relationship with his first wife Jane Wilde, their marriage, and his scientific discoveries. Eddie
Redmayne plays the role of Stephen Hawking, while Felicity Jones plays the role of Jane Wilde.
The film covers Hawking's life from his days as a PhD student at the University of Cambridge to
his emergence as a celebrated physicist and author, despite his deteriorating health due to
motor neuron disease.
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The movie tells the story of the Scottish playwright and author J.M. Barrie and his
relationship with a family that inspired him to create the character of Peter Pan. The film is based
on the play "The Man Who Was Peter Pan" by Allan Knee, and stars Johnny Depp as Barrie and
Kate Winslet as Sylvia Llewelyn Davies.
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The movie tells the story of Ted Bundy, a notorious American serial killer, through the
perspective of his girlfriend Elizabeth Kloepfer. The film stars Zac Efron as Bundy and Lily Collins
as Kloepfer. The title of the film is based on the words used by the presiding judge in Bundy's
1979 trial, who referred to the killer as "extremely wicked, shockingly evil, and vile".
COMEDY
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Prince Akeem Joffer/Saul/Mr. Clarence: played by Eddie Murphy
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The story follows Prince Akeem Joffer of the fictional African kingdom of Zamunda, who travels
to New York City in search of true love and a bride who will love him for who he is, not his
wealth and status. The film was a box office success and has since become a cult classic. It is
known for its humor, memorable characters, and iconic scenes.
TITLE: Bridesmaids
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When a woman named Annie is chosen as the maid of honor for her best
friend Lillian's wedding, she must navigate the challenges of planning the
perfect bachelorette party while dealing with personal struggles and
competition with another bridesmaid. Hilarity ensues as the group
experiences one disaster after another in their attempts to make the
weekend unforgettable.
TITLE: Superbad
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High school seniors Seth and Evan are determined to go to a party and lose
their virginity before graduation. Along with their nerdy friend Fogell, who
goes by the name McLovin, they embark on a wild night of misadventures
involving fake IDs, crazy parties, and encounters with the police.
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Andy Stitzer is a 40-year-old man who has never had sex. When his
coworkers at a big box store find out about his situation, they make it their
mission to help him lose his virginity. Along the way, they encounter a
series of hilarious and awkward situations.
TITLE: Mean Girls
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Cady Heron played by Lindsay Lohan
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Cady Heron moves to a new school and quickly becomes friends with "The
Plastics," a popular clique of girls who rule the school. However, when she
falls for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of Regina George, the leader of
The Plastics, she finds herself in the middle of a vicious game of social
manipulation.
HORROR
TITLE: The Shining
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Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) takes a job as the winter caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, a
remote resort in Colorado. He moves in with his wife Wendy (Shelley Duvall) and son Danny
(Danny Lloyd). However, the hotel has a dark history, and as the winter progresses, Jack's sanity
deteriorates, and the hotel's malevolent spirits start to influence him, leading to a terrifying
climax.
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When 12-year-old Regan MacNeil (Linda Blair) becomes possessed by a
demon, her mother Chris (Ellen Burstyn) seeks the help of two priests,
Father Damien Karras (Jason Miller) and Father Lankester Merrin (Max von
Sydow), to perform an exorcism. The film explores the battle between good
and evil as the priests try to save Regan's soul.
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Teenagers on Elm Street are haunted by a vengeful spirit, Freddy Krueger
(Robert Englund), who can enter their dreams and kill them in their sleep.
The only way to stop Freddy is to stay awake, but as the teens become
more sleep-deprived, their chances of survival diminish.
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FBI trainee Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) is tasked with interviewing the
imprisoned serial killer Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) to gain insight
into another serial killer, Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine). As Clarice delves deeper
into the case, she finds herself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with
both killers.
A young couple, Rosemary (Mia Farrow) and Guy (John Cassavetes), move
into an apartment in New York City. After Rosemary becomes pregnant, she
becomes increasingly paranoid that her neighbors, who are part of a cult,
have sinister plans for her baby. The film builds tension as Rosemary's fear
and paranoia grow, leading to a shocking conclusion.
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