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Christopher Nolan’s space epic remains a monumental visual and emotional achievement. Set in a dystopian future where Earth is dying, a team of astronauts travels through a wormhole in search of a new home for humanity. Driven by Hans Zimmer’s thunderous organ score and a deeply emotional performance by Matthew McConaughey, it balances hard physics with the enduring power of parental love. 6. Sicario (2015) Genre: Crime Thriller / Action Runtime: 2 hours 1 minute best amazon prime films best
Richard Linklater’s spiritual sequel to Dazed and Confused . Follow a college baseball team in 1980s Texas. It is just vibes: sex, drugs, and hilarious philosophical arguments about whether to pitch or hit. Amazon Prime Video is a strange beast
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Charlie Day and Jenny Slate play jilted lovers who team up to break up their exes’ new relationships. A true return to the 90s-style rom-com. You will cry-laugh.
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