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South of Nowhere
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South of Nowhere (2008)

7.9

South of Nowhere is a TV show that follows the lives of a group of high school students in Los Angeles, focusing on the experiences of a teenage girl named Spencer Carlin and her journey of self-discovery and acceptance. The show delves into themes of sexuality, rebellion, and love, as Spencer navigates her relationships with friends, family, and a new student named Ashley Davies, whom she develops romantic feelings for. Throughout the series, the characters face challenges such as homophobia, jealousy, and the complexities of teenage love.

The Rise of Phoenixes
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The Rise of Phoenixes (2018)

8.4
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The Rise of Phoenixes is a Chinese historical drama set in ancient China. It revolves around the power struggles, political intrigue, and romance within the royal palace. The story follows Ning Yi, a martial artist who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and must navigate through the complicated world of politics and court intrigue. As Ning Yi seeks justice for the disappearance of his mother, he discovers dark secrets and faces betrayal from unexpected sources. Along the way, he forms a complicated relationship with Feng Zhiwei, a woman who dresses as a man to survive in the male-dominated world. Together, they embark on a journey filled with danger, scheming, and a battle for the throne.

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The Great Seer
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The Great Seer (2013)

7.6

The Great Seer is a 2012 South Korean historical television series, starring Ji Sung, Ji Jin-hee, Song Chang-eui, Kim So-yeon and Lee Yoon-ji. Set during the turbulent decline of Goryeo, it is about practicers of divination and the power that they hold over the fate of the country. It aired on SBS from October 10, 2012 to February 7, 2013 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 35 episodes.

Marco Polo
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Marco Polo (1983)

7.6

Marco Polo is a grand historical drama that follows the adventures of the famous explorer and his journey through Ancient Asia. Set in the 13th century, the series showcases the power-play, rebellion, and friendship amidst the vast landscapes and cultures of the Orient.

The Politician's Husband
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The Politician's Husband (2013)

7.1

The Politician's Husband is a TV show that revolves around the story of a politician's husband and his struggles as he navigates the world of politics, betrayal, and power play within his marriage and career. Set in England, the show explores the complexities of relationships, personal ambitions, and the impact of politics on family dynamics.

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Bare Essence
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Bare Essence (1983)

7.1

Bare Essence is an American television soap opera which aired on the NBC network during the 1982-1983 season. The series revolved around Tyger Hayes' efforts to succeed in the business world. In the first episode, her new husband Chase Marshall is killed in a racing car accident. Chase's father Hadden opposes Tyger's efforts to join the family business, Kellico, but she is encouraged by Hadden's sister Margaret to try her hand with a new line of perfumes. Ava, the widow of Hadden's other son, is concerned that any success Tyger might have will undermine her son Marcus' position in the company. Both Ava and Marcus' wife Muffin plotted to undermine Tyger's success. To this end, Ava eventually seduces and marries Hadden. Tyger's mother, Lady Bobbi Rowan, falls in love with a Greek millionaire, Niko Theopolous, who wants to exact revenge on the Marshalls.

Unterleuten: The Torn Village
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Unterleuten: The Torn Village (2020)

7.4

In the middle of untouched nature, surrounded by forests and grain fields of the Brandenburg province, the fictional village of Unterleuten with only 250 inhabitants is located. Thirty years after the fall of the Berlin Wall it seems a peaceful place for both locals and newcomers. But the appearance of rural idyll in eastern Germany is deceptive. There are turnaround winners and turnaround losers, friends and enemies, neighbors eyeing each other with suspicion, gossip, old secrets and hidden conflicts. When the mayor puts forward the proposal to have a company build a wind farm with dozen of wind turbines in order to secure the prosperity and future of the locals, the open fight for the only possible piece of land begins, which unfortunately belongs to three different owners. Everyone sees big money for themselves. Alliances are formed and friends become enemies. In addition, an unscrupulous vulture capitalism investor from southern Germany interferes that causes the glass to overflow.

Beau Travail
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Beau Travail(1999)

7.3
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93Minutes

Beau Travail is a French movie set in the scorching deserts of Djibouti, focusing on a French Foreign Legion sergeant who engages in power play, obsession, and jealousy. The film explores themes of masculinity, discipline, and homoeroticism within the military. It is an adaptation of the novel 'Billy Budd', and showcases the existential loneliness faced by soldiers in a foreign land.

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Conexão
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Conexão (2009)

7.5

The border between the North of Portugal and Galicia is the biggest drug entry point in Europe. History not only reflects the reality of clans but also engages in social implications.

Two Can Play That Game
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Two Can Play That Game(2001)

6.1
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R
90Minutes

Two Can Play That Game is a hilarious sex comedy that explores the ups and downs of dating and relationships. Shante Smith, a successful and confident woman, believes she has the perfect recipe for keeping her man in line. But when her boyfriend starts acting distant, Shante employs her knowledge of the 'rules' of dating to win him back. The result is a humorous and entertaining battle of wits that will leave you laughing.

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The Sender
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The Sender(1982)

6
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R
91Minutes

When a man with telekinetic powers is admitted to a psychiatric hospital, he begins sending disturbing messages to one of the doctors. As the doctor tries to uncover the secrets of the man's past, he becomes entangled in a dangerous web of supernatural power and mental illness.

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Island of Horrors
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Island of Horrors(1970)

5.5
83Minutes

Two women are ferried to a small prison colony on the remote and barren prison island, where they and their fellow inmates are forced to perform perilous slave labor along the island’s treacherous cliffs, overseen by both an unforgiving sun and a crew of abusive male wardens. Meanwhile, the arrival of a newcomer among the island’s administrators, a disgraced policeman who is also the son of Nagasaki’s governor, creates dissension between the officials that, along with an untimely outbreak of bubonic plague on the island, ultimately sets the stage for a daring escape attempt on the part of the prisoners.

Flipping
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Flipping(1996)

4.1
R
102Minutes

The story of Michael Moore, Shot, Hooker, Joey, and Dennis. Five gangsters who work for a man named Leo. They soon discover they could get more out of life if they could run the streets themselves. Tensions build and loyalty is tested as they plan a hit that could change all of their lives forever.

Are you fascinated by power struggles, manipulation, and cunning strategies? Discover a curated selection of movies and TV shows that revolve around the gripping theme of power play. Explore the complex dynamics of individuals vying for dominance, employing wit, charm, and tactics to outmaneuver their rivals. Whether it's political conspiracies, corporate battles, or personal rivalries, these compelling narratives will keep you on the edge of your seat. Delve into the world of power play and witness the exhilarating clash of ambitions!

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