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Kung Fu Hustle
Movie

Kung Fu Hustle(2004)

7.7
tomato91%
R
99Minutes

In 1940s Shanghai, a wannabe gangster tries to join the Axe Gang, while residents of a housing complex exhibit extraordinary powers to defend themselves. Turmoil ensues when a pair of troublemakers impersonate Axe Gang members, leading to a massive brawl. The wannabe gangster and his friend narrowly escape and attempt to join the gang by committing a murder, but fail comically. As tensions escalate, the Axe Gang hires skilled assassins to attack the housing complex. However, the residents, including the landlords who are kung fu masters, intervene. Sing, the wannabe gangster, goes through a transformation and unleashes his hidden kung fu skills to protect the residents from the Axe Gang and the assassins. In the end, Sing and his friend open a candy store, and Sing is reunited with the mute girl from his childhood.

The Exes
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The Exes (2015)

6.7
TV_PG

The Exes follows three divorced men, Phil, Haskell, and Stuart, who live together in an apartment owned by their divorce attorney and friend, Holly. The three friends navigate the ups and downs of their single lives while dealing with their eccentric landlord and exploring new romantic relationships.

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Hera Pheri
Movie

Hera Pheri(2000)

8.2
NR
156Minutes
Black '47
Movie

Black '47(2018)

6.8
tomato78%
R
100Minutes

Set in the year 1847 during the devastating Irish Great Potato Famine, Black '47 follows an Irish ranger named Feeney who returns to his homeland after fighting for the British Army abroad. Upon arriving, he discovers that his mother has died of starvation and his brother has been sentenced to death. Consumed by grief and anger, Feeney embarks on a mission to seek revenge on the British authorities who have caused widespread suffering and death through their oppressive rule and mismanagement of the famine.

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Hemet, or the Landlady Don't Drink Tea
Movie

Hemet, or the Landlady Don't Drink Tea(2024)

4.3
89Minutes

A tyrannical landlady in Hemet, California lords it over her tenants, pitting them against each other in a web of paranoia spun for deadly results.

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Under the Protection of the State
Movie

Under the Protection of the State(1975)

11Minutes

The film was shot in an old, decrepit building where dozens of guest-workers' families live. The owner, a local influential politician, has avoided paying for the maintenance of the building under the legal standards by using his connections to proclaim the building a national cultural heritage. However, the rent he has been charging was as if the building were an object that offered standard comfort. The only German tenant takes the crew around and speaks of his battle against the landlord’s manipulation.

Muggers
Movie

Muggers(2000)

5.6
97Minutes

When two medical students find themselves dangerously indebted to a sadistic loan shark, they become embroiled in an illicit black-market organ transplant scam in order to save their lives. 'Muggers' is a twisted, hilarious, pitch-black comedy about friendship, poor choices and the drag of student debt.

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The Monster
Movie

The Monster(1994)

7.3
tomato40%
R
112Minutes

When a journalist investigates a murder suspect, he discovers that the suspect may be a serial rapist. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself entangled in a web of dark secrets and awkward situations. With elements of slapstick comedy and dark humor, the movie explores themes of sexual frustration, psychological manipulation, and the blurred lines between truth and fiction.

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Small Apartments
Movie

Small Apartments(2012)

6.1
tomato30%
R
96Minutes
72 Tenants of Prosperity
Movie

72 Tenants of Prosperity(2010)

5.7
99Minutes

Set during Chinese New Year, 72 Tenants of Prosperity follows the comedic struggles of 72 tenants who must find a way to keep their homes amidst rising rent and various conflicts. Faced with eviction, the tenants come together to devise a plan to save their beloved neighborhood and celebrate the traditional festivities.

The Fall of the I-Hotel
Movie

The Fall of the I-Hotel(1983)

8.1
58Minutes

The Fall of the I-Hotel (1983) is a documentary film that depicts the story of the Filipino-American community living in the International Hotel in San Francisco. The film chronicles their fight against eviction as the city plans to demolish the building and replace it with modern development. The documentary explores themes of immigration, poverty, gentrification, and the struggles faced by the Asian-American community during this time. It sheds light on the complex relationships between landlords and tenants, as well as the impact of urban renewal on marginalized communities.

Under the Yum-Yum Tree
Movie

Under the Yum-Yum Tree(1963)

6
tomato17%
NR
110Minutes

Under the Yum-Yum Tree is a 1963 comedy movie about a womanizing college professor who rents a room to attract female students. However, his love life becomes chaotic when a young, naive woman moves in and he falls for her. The movie showcases the professor's sexual promiscuity, landlord-tenant relationships, and the challenges of balancing multiple romantic interests.

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landlord tenant relationship

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that explore the dynamic and oftentimes complex relationship between landlords and tenants. From heartwarming tales of friendship to intense dramas, these titles delve into the intricacies of living under the same roof and navigating the power dynamics that arise. Experience captivating storytelling and compelling performances as you explore the varied portrayals of the landlord-tenant relationship in this curated selection.

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