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The Champion
Movie

The Champion(2024)

5.3
106Minutes

Diego has just been voted best young player in Europe and at the age of 20 he is on his way to making his team, Atlético de Madrid, champions of La Liga. But his impulsive and conflictive character makes the club, fed up with his excesses, hire Álex, a withdrawn and lonely psychology professor, to improve his behaviour. The two will have no choice but to learn to understand each other.

The Long Firm
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The Long Firm (2004)

7.7

The Long Firm is a miniseries set in 1960s London that tells the story of Harry Starks, a homosexual gangster who rises to power through the drug trade and other criminal activities. As his empire grows, he becomes entangled with corrupt politicians, drug dealers, and actors, all while navigating the complexities of his own personal life. The series explores themes of violence, revenge, and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community during this time period.

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Wit
Movie

Wit(2001)

8
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PG_13
99Minutes

Wit is a thought-provoking drama that explores the journey of a renowned professor as she confronts ovarian cancer and undergoes intense medical treatment. Facing her mortality, she begins to question the meaning of life, the role of literature, and the nature of human existence.

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Possession
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Possession(2002)

6.3
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PG_13
102Minutes

Possession is a gripping drama about forbidden love, secret affairs, and the lengths people will go to hold onto what they desire. Set in Yorkshire, England, the film follows two academics who uncover a series of passionate letters exchanged by two Victorian poets. As they delve deeper into the past, their present lives become entangled in a web of obsession, deceit, and desire. Will they be able to resist the pull of the past or will they succumb to their own desires? The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of our actions.

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Super 30
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Super 30(2019)

7.9
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NR
153Minutes

Super 30 is a biographical drama film based on the life of mathematician Anand Kumar. The film follows Anand's journey as he overcomes poverty, class conflicts, and personal struggles to establish a coaching class called Super 30. Through this initiative, Anand provides free training to underprivileged students for the Indian Institute of Technology entrance exam, helping them secure admission into prestigious institutions. Along the way, he faces challenges from corrupt politicians, death threats, and assassination attempts, but remains dedicated to his cause. Super 30 also explores Anand's personal life, including his love story and relationship with his students.

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The Flatey Enigma
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The Flatey Enigma (2018)

6.2

Spring of 1971, Johanna, a professor of Nordic Studies comes home from Paris to attend her father’s funeral. She’s also looking to find work at the University, but her feminist viewpoints about the systematic silencing of women’s voices in history does not go over well with the university board.

Professor Hutton's Curiosities
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Professor Hutton's Curiosities (2013)

7.5

Enthusiastic historian and academic Professor Ronald Hutton takes viewers on a journey visiting the unsung gems of British museums.

Who Wants to Kill Jessie?
Movie

Who Wants to Kill Jessie?(1966)

7.2
81Minutes
Erotikon
Movie

Erotikon(1920)

6.4
NR
97Minutes

Looking for movies and TV shows with an Academic theme? SimilarWatch helps you find the best recommendations based on keywords and themes. Discover the captivating world of academia with our curated collection of films and series that explore education, intellectual pursuits, and the challenges faced by students and teachers alike.

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