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Parasite
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Parasite(2019)

8.5
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R
133Minutes

Greed and class discrimination threaten the newly formed symbiotic relationship between the wealthy Park family and the destitute Kim clan. Ki-woo Kim, a young man living in poverty, gets the opportunity to tutor the teenage daughter of a wealthy family. Along with his sister Ki-jung, they infiltrate the lives of the Parks by posing as skilled professionals. However, their schemes take a dark turn when they discover a secret bunker beneath the Park's house occupied by Moon-kwang and her husband Geun-sae. As tensions rise, a shocking series of events occurs leading to tragedy and the fractured unity of the Kim family. Ki-woo wakes up from a coma to learn about the devastating consequences of their actions. With his family torn apart, he resolves to someday reunite them by becoming wealthy enough to buy the former Park house where his father is secretly residing.

Ashita no Nadja
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Ashita no Nadja (2004)

7.3

This story takes place about one hundred years ago. Nadja is a bright, cheerful girl who was raised in an orphanage near London, England. Nadja was entrusted to the orphanage when she was a baby. So she thought her father and mother were dead. But before her thirteenth birthday, she found out that her mother might be alive... Nadja sets out on a journey to find her mother! With all of Europe as the stage, Nadja's exciting adventure begins!

Triangle of Sadness
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Triangle of Sadness(2022)

7.3
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R
147Minutes

In Ruben Östlund's wickedly funny Palme d'Or winner, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty. Celebrity model couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean), are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson). What first appeared instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island and fighting for survival.

Strong Medicine
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Strong Medicine (2006)

6.7
TV_14

Strong Medicine is a medical drama series that follows the lives of two women, a doctor and a nurse, working in a hospital. The show explores various medical cases as well as the personal and professional challenges faced by the main characters. It also delves into issues such as social class and interracial relationships.

A Dream of Splendor
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A Dream of Splendor (2022)

7.3

The story is set in Song Dynasty and follows Zhao Pan'er, a woman who faces challenges in a male-dominated society. After being abandoned by her fiance, she vows to seek justice in the Capital. Along the way, she rescues her sister and another woman, forming a bond. Despite Ouyang Xu's attempts to drive her out, Zhao, along with her companions, decides to stay and build a successful tea house, becoming advocates for women's rights. Through their struggles, Zhao gains wisdom and overcomes her resentment towards Ouyang Xu.

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Snowpiercer
Movie

Snowpiercer(2013)

7.1
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R
127Minutes

In a failed climate change experiment, all life on Earth is extinguished, except for the survivors aboard the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe. The survivors are divided into a new class system, with the elites residing in the front cars and the lower class living in squalid conditions at the tail. Curtis Everett leads a rebellion from the tail to the front of the train, fighting against the oppressive system and discovering the dark secrets of the train's creator. The rebellion culminates in an explosive battle that derails the train, allowing the survivors to see the existence of life outside.

Stay With Me
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Stay With Me (2023)

8.6
TV_MA

Su Yu, a high school student who lives a simple life with his father, faces a major change when his mother remarries a wealthy man, introducing him to his step-brother Wu Bi. Despite their initial differences-Wu Bi being a cold and arrogant top student, while Su Yu is an unreasonable underachiever-their relationship takes an unexpected turn after an accident. As they gradually warm up to each other, their bond grows stronger. However, when a heated fight arises, their true identities are revealed...

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Vanity Fair
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Vanity Fair (2018)

7.3
TV_14

Vanity Fair is a period drama TV show that follows the journey of a young woman named Becky Sharp as she strives to climb the social ladder in 19th century London. Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, Becky manipulates her way through high society, using her wit and charm to navigate the complexities of class difference, love, and ambition.

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The Braid
Movie

The Braid(2023)

7.2
121Minutes

India. Smita is an untouchable. She dreams of seeing her daughter escape her miserable condition and enter school. Italy. Giulia works in her father’s workshop. When he has an accident, she discovers that the family business is ruined. Canada. Sarah, a successful lawyer, is about to be promoted to the head of her firm when she learns that she is ill. Three lives, three women, three continents. Three battles to fight. Although they don’t know each other, Smita, Giulia and Sarah are unknowingly linked by their most intimate and singular bond.

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Little Man Tate
Movie

Little Man Tate(1991)

6.6
tomato71%
PG
99Minutes

Little Man Tate tells the story of a seven-year-old boy named Fred, who displays exceptional mathematical abilities and is considered a child prodigy. As his intelligence becomes more evident, Fred's mother struggles to balance her desire for her son to lead a normal childhood with providing him with the educational opportunities he needs. The movie explores themes of rejection, classism, and the challenges faced by gifted children in society.

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It Takes Two
Movie

It Takes Two(1995)

5.9
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PG
101Minutes

In 'It Takes Two,' two identical girls from different backgrounds, Alyssa and Amanda, switch places to bring their mismatched parents together. Alyssa is a wealthy girl living in a luxurious hotel, while Amanda is an orphan living in a foster home. The girls meet at a summer camp and decide to switch places to sabotage Alyssa's father's engagement to a gold-digging socialite. Through a series of misadventures, the girls discover the importance of family and find a way to bring their parents together.

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The Cook of Castamar
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The Cook of Castamar (2021)

7.4
TV_MA

The Cook of Castamar is a period drama set in 18th century Spain, focusing on the story of a cook and an aristocrat who fall in love amidst class differences and societal challenges. It explores themes of romance, revenge, and social class against the backdrop of historical and political events.

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The Bastard Executioner
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The Bastard Executioner (2015)

6.2
TV_MA

The Bastard Executioner is set in 14th century England, where a knight seeks redemption for his past sins and assumes the identity of a deceased executioner. As he carries out his grim duties, he becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue, rebellion, and forbidden love.

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Kind Hearts and Coronets
Movie

Kind Hearts and Coronets(1949)

8
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104Minutes

In Kind Hearts and Coronets, Louis Mazzini, the son of a disinherited woman and an Italian opera singer, seeks revenge on his aristocratic family who denied his mother's marriage. In order to gain his rightful aristocratic title, Louis starts murdering his relatives who stand in his way. Taking on various personas, Louis cunningly eliminates each family member until he becomes the Duke of Chalfont. Set in the Edwardian era, this black and white film satirizes the social class structure and the dark desires within individuals. The story unfolds through Louis' memoirs, as he recounts his dark deeds and reflects on his actions.

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social class

Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that explore the intriguing theme of social class. From gripping dramas to thought-provoking documentaries, these titles delve into the complexities and inequalities inherent in our society. Explore narratives that depict the struggles, aspirations, and conflicts arising from social class dynamics. Whether you're interested in exploring historical depictions or contemporary explorations, SimilarWatch brings you a diverse range of content that highlights this compelling theme.

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