Movies and TvShows featuring "mercy-killing" theme.
In the year 2089, archaeologists discover a star map that leads them to a distant moon where they encounter ancient humanoid aliens called Engineers. As they explore an alien structure, they uncover the truth about the origins of life and face dangerous creatures created by the black fluid leaked from cylinders. With humanity at stake, they must make sacrifices and fight for survival against the alien race. In the end, the surviving protagonist teams up with an android to travel to the Engineers' homeworld, seeking answers.
Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a dark fantasy TV show that follows the story of Madoka Kaname, a middle school girl who is approached by a magical creature named Kyubey. Kyubey offers Madoka and her friend Sayaka the chance to become magical girls and grant any wish they desire. However, in exchange for their powers, they must fight witches, powerful creatures born from despair. As they embark on their journey, Madoka and Sayaka soon realize the true price they must pay for their wishes.
The Kingdom is a dark comedy TV show set in Denmark, featuring a hospital filled with strange occurrences and mysterious events. The story revolves around the staff and patients of the hospital, as they deal with supernatural forces, demonic possessions, and bizarre happenings. With elements of horror, satire, and psychological thriller, The Kingdom offers a unique and twisted take on the medical drama genre.
An FBI agent goes undercover in a high-security prison to stop a group of terrorists who have taken hostages and stolen a large amount of money. With the help of a fellow inmate, the agent must navigate the dangerous world of the prison and outsmart the criminals.
Pan's Labyrinth is set in 1944 Spain, where a young girl named Ofelia discovers a labyrinth in the woods near her new home. She encounters a faun who tells her that she is the long-lost princess of a magical underworld and must complete three tasks to prove her identity and escape the horrors of the Spanish Civil War. As Ofelia faces the challenges of the labyrinth, she navigates a world of fantasy and reality, encountering mythical creatures, magical objects, and dangerous situations. Along the way, she learns about bravery, sacrifice, and the power of imagination.
A group of new US Marine Corps recruits undergo brutal boot camp training and then engage in bloody street fighting in Hue, as a pragmatic Marine observes the dehumanizing effects of the Vietnam War on his comrades.
Wrong Turn is a horror movie about a group of friends who go hiking on the Appalachian Trail, only to stumble upon a deadly cult in the backwoods of West Virginia. They must fight for their lives as they face abduction, murder, and terrifying traps set by the killers.
In the late 1800s, a man takes on the identity of a doctor at Stonehearst Asylum, where he discovers the disturbing truth about the treatment of the patients.
The Fly II follows the story of Martin Brundle, the son of Seth Brundle who was transformed into a human-fly hybrid. Martin, who inherits his father's telepathic abilities and accelerated aging, becomes a victim of his own DNA. With the help of his love interest and a sympathetic scientist, Martin tries to escape the clutches of his father's former employer who seeks to exploit his abilities.
In the 19th century, Amsterdam Vallon returns to New York City's Five Points seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher, who killed his father. He infiltrates Bill's inner circle and plans to kill him during a ceremony. Along the way, Amsterdam discovers a complicated love triangle and becomes involved in a criminal empire. Eventually, he confronts Bill and ends up exacting his revenge, but at a great cost. The movie explores themes of violence, corruption, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous time in American history.
The story follows T.E. Lawrence, an English officer stationed in Cairo during World War I. Against orders, Lawrence assesses Prince Faisal's revolt against the Turks and proposes a daring attack on Aqaba. With the help of Arab tribes, Lawrence leads a successful campaign against the Turks. However, his actions lead to a series of traumatic events, causing him to question his role and purpose. In the end, Lawrence's efforts to unite the tribes and liberate Arabia are overshadowed by political struggles and the realities of post-war governance.
In a frontier town in a post-apocalyptic future, a crash-landing brings a girl who possesses the power of 'The Noise' - the ability to hear men's thoughts. The discovery of this power leads to a revelation that shakes their world, forcing them to go on a dangerous journey to find the truth and save their town.
While on vacation in Thailand, Richard discovers a map to a secret island paradise. Accompanied by Françoise and Étienne, he swims across to the island and becomes a part of the beach community. However, the idyllic island and its community start to unravel, leading to betrayal, violence, and ultimately, an escape back to the mainland.
An Alaskan town is preparing for its annual "30 days of night" when it is attacked by a bloodthirsty gang of vampires. The survivors must fight to stay alive and fend off the relentless vampires.
A group of divers must navigate treacherous underwater caves in order to survive when a freak storm floods their exit.
In this explosive sequel, a Navy Lieutenant and his team must infiltrate North Korea to prevent a nuclear disaster. With time running out, they face dangerous obstacles and race against time to complete their mission.
In the year 2049, a global catastrophe has devastated Earth. Augustine, an aging scientist in the Arctic, races to make contact with a spacecraft returning from a mission to Jupiter. With the help of a young girl, he embarks on a perilous journey across the Arctic to reach a remote observatory. Along the way, they encounter deadly snowstorms, blood transfusions, and the challenges of surviving in a world on the brink of collapse.
After returning from the Vietnam War, a group of friends in the Bronx turn to a life of crime, robbing an armored truck but facing the consequences.
In Beyond Re-Animator, a mad scientist conducts experiments with re-animation in a prison setting, leading to a series of chaotic and gruesome events. As the experiments go awry, the prisoners and staff must navigate through a bloodbath of horror. The film combines elements of comedy, horror, and sci-fi to create a thrilling and gory experience.
Set in post-World War II, The Survivor tells the story of a Polish-Jew concentration camp survivor who overcomes trauma and illiteracy to become a successful boxer. With the support of his brother and a journalist, he enters the boxing world to find redemption and face his demons.