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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
Kaalidas (2019)
A cop, who suffers from family issues, takes up a peculiar suicide case. The plot thickens as similar cases get reported within a span of a few days.
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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending
The Death and Life of John F. Donovan (2019)
A faded Hollywood star's hidden past resurfaces, prompting a reflective journey into a bygone era. The story intertwines with the touching correspondence between a young actor and the mysterious John F. Donovan. As their pen pal relationship deepens, a tragic fate emerges, captivating audiences and revealing the complexities of fame and personal connection across generations.
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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending
Mardaani 2 (2019)
A dangerous young psychopath named Sunny kidnaps, assaults, and murders a teenage girl, prompting a relentless pursuit by determined police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. Sunny cleverly manipulates situations, even posing as a tea seller to get closer to the police station, initiating a tense cat-and-mouse game filled with escalating violence and casualties. As Sunny exploits the media to influence public perception, Shivani faces intense scrutiny and risks losing her job. Through a careful and methodical investigation, she closes in on the elusive killer, putting her own life in the process.
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Biography · Dark tone · Sad ending
Seberg (2019)
During the 1960s counterculture movement, actress Jean Seberg finds her rising star threatened by the FBI's intense scrutiny. As a prominent Hollywood icon and passionate supporter of civil rights, she becomes a target of J. Edgar Hoover's relentless surveillance. The film explores the devastating impact of this pursuit on her life, career, and the turbulent era in which she lived, exposing a darker side of the nation's struggle for equality.
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Sci-Fi · Dark tone · Bleak ending
Rabid (2019)
Rose leads a quiet life until a traumatic accident leaves her physically disfigured. Desperate for a solution, she undergoes experimental stem cell treatment, which dramatically alters her appearance. The procedure transforms her from an ordinary woman into a captivating figure in the fashion world. However, Rose soon discovers that achieving such a dramatic transformation comes at a terrible and unforeseen price, forcing her to confront the dark side of her newfound perfection.
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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
Line of Descent (2019)
Three brothers, heirs to India's most infamous crime syndicate, find themselves embroiled in a fierce struggle over their father's inheritance. As the will's fate remains uncertain, tensions escalate, leading to a dangerous power struggle. Complicating matters, an undercover police officer attempts to infiltrate their operations, and a ruthless arms dealer manipulates events, putting everything at risk.
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Mystery · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending
Black Christmas (2019)
During the Christmas break at Hawthorne College, a series of terrifying murders rocks the campus as a masked killer stalks and targets sorority sisters. As the body count rises, Riley and her friends find themselves confronting a sinister presence and a growing sense of dread. They must examine their relationships with the men in their lives—including a boyfriend, a new crush, and even a professor—as they fight to uncover the killer's identity and survive the holiday season.
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Drama · Tense tone · Happy ending
Mob Town (2019)
During the turbulent 1950s, an FBI agent and a local police officer forge an uneasy partnership to penetrate a clandestine meeting of powerful crime families in upstate New York. As rival factions gather for a crucial summit, tensions escalate and loyalties are questioned in this gripping drama exploring themes of power, betrayal, and the dangerous world of organized crime.
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Action · Hopeful tone · Happy ending
Venky Mama (2019)
After the tragic deaths of his sister and her husband in a car accident, a rice-mill owner takes in his young nephew. The two form a close and loving bond as they navigate life together, but a sinister plot emerges, threatening to tear them apart and testing the strength of their newfound family.
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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
The Great War (2019)
During the final stages of World War I, a unit of African-American Buffalo Soldiers becomes isolated from the main fighting force. When one soldier deserts, he unexpectedly joins forces with a seasoned white officer. Together, they embark on a perilous mission to locate the missing comrades, facing danger and hardship while forging a bond of camaraderie and demonstrating extraordinary courage amidst the chaos of war.
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Family · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending
Wind (2019)
In a world touched by magical realism, a grandmother and her grandson find themselves trapped within a seemingly bottomless chasm. They must rely on their ingenuity and scavenge the floating debris surrounding them, hoping to piece together a way to escape and build a more hopeful future.
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Drama · Light tone · Mixed ending
Capmaari (2019)
Vijay, a software engineer, develops a connection with Jenny while sharing a coach, leading to a physical relationship. Years later, they reunite and decide to marry. Their seemingly perfect life is disrupted when Varsha, Vijay’s colleague, arrives claiming he is the father of her child, throwing their future into uncertainty.
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Adventure · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending
Mamangam (2019)
Set in medieval Malabar, the film explores the history of the Mamankam fair, a significant event celebrated every twelve years between 800 AD and 1755 AD. The story centers on a courageous warrior and his dedicated soldiers as they navigate the complexities and challenges of this unique historical tradition. It depicts their bravery and loyalty amidst the backdrop of a vibrant and culturally rich period.
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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
Skyfire (2019)
Tianhuo Island is a stunning paradise, but its location within the Pacific Rim's volcanic belt makes it vulnerable. When the volcano beneath the island begins to erupt, the lives of its inhabitants become inextricably linked. They must face the eruption and the challenges it brings to this beautiful, yet precarious, environment.
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Action · Hopeful tone · Happy ending
Odeya (2019)
Gajendra is a compassionate man content with his bachelor life, dedicated to his family and community. He strongly dislikes marriage, which causes his brothers to devise a plan to orchestrate a romantic situation and encourage him to fall in love. They hope to finally convince him to embrace marriage and experience a new chapter in his life.
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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending
6 Underground (2019)
Six highly skilled individuals, each seeking redemption, band together to fight injustice as "6 Underground." Led by a mysterious figure portrayed by Ryan Reynolds, they fake their deaths and become invisible forces, operating outside the boundaries of the law. The team embraces their newfound freedom as they work to disrupt criminal organizations and challenge corruption around the globe, all while evading those who seek to expose their true identities.
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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending
The Aeronauts (2019)
In 1862, daredevil pilot Amelia Wren and meteorologist James Glaisher embark on a groundbreaking adventure to set a new record for the highest altitude reached by air. Their ambitious journey takes them to the edge of the stratosphere, where they encounter perilous conditions and must overcome both physical and emotional obstacles. As their ascent turns into a desperate fight for survival, the pair’s partnership is tested, revealing unexpected depths and leading to personal growth.
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Adventure · Whimsical tone · Happy ending
Playmobil: The Movie (2019)
A mysterious force abducts people from various lands, plunging the Playmobil world into chaos. Rex Dasher, a charming secret agent, joins forces with Del, a clever food truck owner, and Marla, a resourceful civilian with a secret past. They embark on a thrilling quest through vibrant and imaginative realms to discover the source of the disappearances and rescue the missing citizens, facing unexpected challenges along the way.
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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
In 18th-century France, Marianne, a painter, is commissioned to paint Héloïse, a young woman who is about to be married. Héloïse refuses to pose, so Marianne must observe her and paint her portrait in secret. As the two women spend time together, an intense connection develops, and their relationship transcends the boundaries of artist and model, blossoming into a passionate and forbidden love affair that is captured in the evolving portrait.
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Adventure · Tense tone · Happy ending
Lupin III: The First (2019)
The legendary gentleman thief Lupin III is back in a thrilling, globe-trotting adventure. He and his skilled team must race against time to find the secrets hidden within the Bresson Diary. Their mission is complicated by a dangerous organization seeking to exploit the diary’s contents and revive the Third Reich. The stakes are high as Lupin and his companions navigate perilous situations and confront formidable adversaries in this action-packed pursuit.
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Drama · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending
I See You (2019)
A frantic search for the missing 12-year-old Connor triggers a personal crisis for Detective Greg Harper. As the investigation intensifies, his marriage to Jackie is strained by infidelity and immense pressure, pushing him to the edge of sanity. Malevolent forces begin to terrorize the Harper family home, threatening Connor’s safety and revealing the couple’s hidden secrets. The unsettling events blur the lines between reality and nightmare, exposing the fragility of their seemingly perfect family.
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Thriller · Dark tone · Sad ending
Daniel Isn't Real (2019)
While attending college and dealing with a family tragedy, Luke resurrects his imaginary childhood friend, Daniel. Daniel is charming but unpredictable, and as their connection deepens, Luke begins a journey of self-discovery. However, Daniel's presence increasingly blurs the distinction between what's real and what's not, leading Luke down a disturbing path.
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Horror · Dark tone · Bleak ending
In Fabric (2019)
A recently separated woman finds unexpected comfort at a unique London department store, drawn to a stunning red gown. As she wears the dress, she and others around her find themselves affected by a mysterious and malevolent force. The garment seems to possess a life of its own, bringing misfortune and terror to those connected to it, and threatening to unravel their lives.
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Action · Dark tone · Sad ending
Code 8 (2019)
In a society that marginalizes people with extraordinary abilities, a significant portion of the population struggles to survive in poverty. Connor Reed, facing a personal crisis due to his mother's illness, is drawn into a criminal network by Garrett. He becomes entangled with Marcus Sutcliffe, a powerful and merciless drug lord, navigating a perilous underworld where survival depends on desperate measures.
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Sci-Fi · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending
Little Joe (2019)
A dedicated mother and botanist cultivates a unique crimson flower, designed to promote happiness. As she cares for "Little Joe," she begins to suspect the plant’s influence extends beyond simple contentment, and a growing unease takes root. She must confront the possibility that her creation has developed a life and will of its own, leading her to question the true nature of its power and its effect on those around her.
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Action · Tense tone · Sad ending
Panipat (2019)
In 1761, as the Maratha Empire faces a crisis, Sadashiv Rao Bhau assembles his forces to confront the invading Afghan army under the command of Ahmad Shah Abdali. The ensuing battle of Panipat becomes a pivotal moment in Indian history, testing the strength and resilience of the Maratha warriors against a powerful and determined enemy.
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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending
Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019)
Chintu Tyagi is an ordinary, middle-class man who finds himself torn between his wife and another woman.
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Sci-Fi · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
The Mandela Effect (2019)
A man becomes increasingly preoccupied with inconsistencies in widely accepted facts, leading him to question the stability of his reality. His obsessive investigation into these anomalies pulls him further into a perplexing mystery, blurring the line between truth and illusion and leaving him questioning everything he thought he knew.
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Drama · Tense tone · Happy ending
The Wolf Hour (2019)
During the hot summer of 1977, June, a former counterculture figure, withdraws into her apartment in the South Bronx. As the city faces growing unrest and escalating violence, she finds herself increasingly isolated. The threat of the infamous New York City blackout riots looms, pushing June’s already fragile existence to the breaking point as chaos descends around her.
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Animation · Hopeful tone · Happy ending
StarDog and TurboCat (2019)
A loyal dog named Buddy and a vigilante cat, Felix, embark on a quest to find Buddy’s missing owner. Along the way, they discover an unexpected bond of friendship and uncover hidden superpowers within themselves. Their adventure is full of action and heartwarming moments as they learn to rely on each other.
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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
Grand Isle (2019)
During a devastating Category 5 hurricane, Walter and his wife take in a traveler, finding themselves trapped in their isolated mansion. As the storm rages, a local detective arrives, accusing the guest of murder. To clear his name and escape the night, the traveler must uncover the dark secrets hidden within the unsettling household and the complicated relationships of its inhabitants.
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Action · Dark tone · Bleak ending
Beyond the Law (2019)
A reformed underworld figure and a determined police officer team up to pursue a former officer seeking revenge for his son’s death. Their partnership forces them to confront a web of corruption and shifting loyalties as they navigate a dangerous and morally ambiguous world. Old alliances are tested, and new conflicts arise in this tense pursuit of justice.
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Drama · Tense tone · Happy ending
Meander (2019)
A father, a son and a daughter have to say goodbye to a mother. Her death brings up the sorrow, confusion, beauty, and mixed emotions that the loss of a loved one can cause.
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Drama · Dark tone · Happy ending
Iruttu (2019)
The Darkness A cop who takes charge at a police station in a hill station goes after the reasons behind a few unnatural deaths which seem mysterious like never before.
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Drama · Mixed ending
Katha Sangama (2019)
This anthology film presents seven distinct stories, each crafted by a different director, director of photography, musician, and editor. Created as a tribute to the celebrated filmmaker Puttanna Kanagal, the movie showcases a variety of styles and perspectives within a single, unique cinematic experience.
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Action · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending
The Whistleblower (2019)
In the remote Australian outback, a Chinese miner discovers a disturbing secret about his employer. The company is utilizing advanced technology that poses a serious threat to the health and safety of the workers. Determined to expose the truth, he risks everything to blow the whistle, initiating a dangerous conflict between transparency and corporate cover-ups in a desperate race against time.
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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending
Irandam Ulagaporin Kadaisi Gundu (2019)
Make Love Not War A hardworking lorry driver who works at an old paper mart learns about the presence of a bomb and does everything he can to stop it from exploding.
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Comedy · Whimsical tone · Happy ending
Denmark (2019)
Herb's life is in shambles—he’s lost his welfare, struggles to find work, and can’t connect with his son, all while dealing with a noisy neighbor and a poor diet. Desperate for a change, he learns that Danish prisoners enjoy comfortable living conditions, including jobs, healthcare, and even HDTVs. Abandoning his dismal life, Herb smuggles himself to Denmark, intending to rob a bank. However, he unexpectedly finds companionship with a local barmaid and a stray dog, leading him to question if prison is truly his best option for a better life.
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Romance · Light tone · Happy ending
A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby (2019)
Amidst the festive season, Princess Amber and Prince Richard face a new challenge as they work to preserve a historic alliance. A priceless treaty goes missing, unleashing an ancient curse that threatens their family’s legacy and the stability of the kingdom. They must navigate complex court politics and overcome royal intrigue, relying on their love and diplomatic skills to protect their family and secure the future of their nation.
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Horror · Tense tone · Happy ending
Thunderbird (2019)
A reclusive young fisherman searches for his missing sister in the remote and rugged Pacific Northwest. Haunted by visions when he closes his eyes, he must confront unsettling supernatural elements while investigating her disappearance. The unsettling journey reveals a disturbing mystery linked to the region's dark history.
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