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EastEnders
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EastEnders (1985)

4.7
TV_PG

EastEnders is a British soap opera that follows the lives of various families and individuals in the fictional East London neighborhood of Walford. The show explores a wide range of social and cultural issues, including crime, drama, romance, and topical issues such as domestic abuse, racism, and HIV. It portrays the everyday lives of its diverse characters, showcasing their struggles, relationships, and triumphs.

Coronation Street
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Coronation Street (1960)

5.6
TV_PG

Coronation Street is a drama-filled soap opera set in Northern England. It explores the lives of the residents living on a cobbled street, depicting their everyday struggles with relationships, family dynamics, and topical issues. From romance and domestic strife to murder and serial killers, the show tackles a wide range of storylines.

Encanto
Movie

Encanto(2021)

7.2
PG
102Minutes

A Colombian teenage girl named Mirabel is the only member of her family without magical powers. When her family's magical house, the Casita, starts to crack and their powers weaken, Mirabel sets out to investigate and find a solution. Along the way, she discovers family secrets, reconciles with her sisters, and rebuilds the Casita with the help of the villagers. Through her journey, Mirabel learns that the true gift is not the powers but the love and unity of her family. Set in Colombia, this animated movie explores themes of family, magic, self-discovery, and the joy of life.

Hereditary
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Hereditary(2018)

7.3
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R
128Minutes

A grieving family is plagued by tragic and disturbing occurrences after the death of their 78-year-old grandmother. As Annie, the mother and an artist, delves into researching apparitions, strange events begin to unfold. Her teenage son, Peter, attends a party that ends in tragedy when his younger sister, Charlie, is decapitated. As Annie becomes obsessed with a grief counseling support group, she encounters Joan, who guides her towards conducting a séance. However, Annie unwittingly summons a malevolent spirit that possesses her and threatens her family. Annie discovers that her mother and Joan were part of a coven dedicated to conjuring the demon Paimon, and realizes that her family has been cursed. In a desperate attempt to save her son, Annie burns Charlie's sketchbook and unintentionally causes her husband, Steve, to spontaneously combust. Peter, now possessed, witnesses his mother's descent into madness before fleeing to the attic. In the attic, he discovers the truth about his family's dark secret and ultimately succumbs to possession. The story ends with Peter being crowned as Paimon in a tree house filled with members of the coven, including the decapitated head of Charlie.

Little Bone Lodge
Movie

Little Bone Lodge(2023)

6
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R
93Minutes

During a vicious storm, two criminal brothers seek refuge in a desolate farmhouse. After taking the resident family captive, they discover dark secrets within the house.

A Place to Call Home
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A Place to Call Home (2018)

8.3

Set in the 1950s, 'A Place to Call Home' follows a nurse who becomes entangled in a forbidden love affair with a wealthy family. As she navigates the complexities of high society, she must confront deceit, murder, and anti-Semitism. The show explores personal and social dramas in a contemporary historical setting.

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The Durrells
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The Durrells (2019)

8.2
TV_PG
Outrageous Fortune
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Outrageous Fortune (2010)

8.4
TV_MA

Outrageous Fortune is a comedy/drama TV show set in New Zealand. It follows the lives of the Wests, a dysfunctional criminal family dealing with various challenges and conflicts. The plot revolves around the matriarch of the family, Cheryl West, as she tries to keep her family together and navigate the ups and downs of their criminal activities. The show explores themes of loyalty, family, corruption, and love.

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Guiding Light
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Guiding Light (2009)

6.5
TV_14

Guiding Light is a drama-filled soap opera that follows the lives of the residents in a small town. The show explores various themes such as romance, social issues, scandals, and intrigue. It also delves into topics like marriage, divorce, custody battles, and murder. With its long run, Guiding Light has become an iconic television show that has captivated audiences for years.

The Eccentric Family
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The Eccentric Family (2013)

7.5

In Kyoto, humans and supernatural creatures live side-by-side. Soichiro Shimogamo used to be the head of tanuki society, but without warning one day he was made into tanuki stew, and no one knows how it happened. He left four sons behind who all live happily with their mother. What does fate have in store for this strongly bonded family?!

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Animal Kingdom
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Animal Kingdom(2010)

7.2
tomato94%
R
113Minutes

Animal Kingdom tells the story of a crime family in Melbourne, Australia, led by the matriarch Janine 'Smurf' Cody. When the family's activities draw the attention of the police, they must navigate the dangerous world of crime and betrayal. The film explores themes of loyalty, survival, and the impact of a life of crime on individuals and their relationships.

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Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that center around strong matriarchal characters and storylines. From empowering female leads to captivating family dynamics, explore the rich tapestry of themes woven by these exceptional productions.

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