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Mom
Tv Show

Mom (2021)

7.4
TV_14
Fire Country
Tv Show

Fire Country (2022)

7.1
TV_14

A young convict joins a firefighting program looking for redemption and a shortened prison sentence. He and other inmates work alongside elite firefighters to extinguish massive blazes across the region.

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Logan
Movie

Logan(2017)

8.1
tomato94%
R
137Minutes

In a future where mutants are nearly extinct, an elderly and weary Logan leads a quiet life. His healing powers are fading and he spends his days as a limo driver in a border town. But when a young mutant girl with extraordinary powers named Laura comes along, he is tasked with protecting her from dark forces who want to capture her. As they embark on a dangerous journey to reach a safe haven for mutants, Logan must confront his own demons and rediscover his purpose.

Five Nights at Freddy's
Movie

Five Nights at Freddy's(2023)

5.4
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PG_13
110Minutes
Tin Star
Tv Show

Tin Star (2020)

7.2
TV_MA

A British police chief moves to the Canadian Rockies with his family to escape his troubled past. However, his peaceful life is shattered when an oil company threatens his town, forcing him to confront his alter-ego and seek revenge.

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Flesh and Bone
Tv Show

Flesh and Bone (2015)

7.8
TV_MA

Flesh and Bone is a TV show about a young ballet dancer named Claire who joins a prestigious ballet company in New York City. As she tries to make her dreams come true, she must navigate a dark and complex world filled with abusive relationships, rivalries, and her own troubled past. Along the way, she encounters a Russian ballet dancer, a homeless man with a troubled past, and a female choreographer who becomes her mentor. The show explores themes of sexuality, trauma, and the sacrifices one must make to succeed in the art of ballet.

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Say "I Love You."
Tv Show

Say "I Love You." (2013)

7.2
TV_14

Say "I Love You." is a TV show about Mei, a quiet and introverted high school girl who has never experienced love before. One day, she accidentally injures Yamato, the most popular boy in school, which leads to an unexpected friendship and romance. As Mei navigates the complexities of high school life, she learns about the importance of friendship, develops her own sense of self, and discovers the meaning of love.

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After Everything
Movie

After Everything(2023)

4.7
R
93Minutes

After breaking up with his true love, best-selling author Hardin Scott travels to Portugal to find a woman he wronged in the past and to change himself in order to win back the love of his life, Tessa.

Tell Me Your Secrets
Tv Show

Tell Me Your Secrets (2021)

7.3
TV_14

Tell Me Your Secrets is a gripping psychological thriller that follows the lives of three individuals with troubled pasts and dark secrets. Emma, a grieving mother, is haunted by the disappearance of her daughter and is determined to find out the truth. Mary, who used to be a serial predator, is now seeking redemption and is forced to confront her own dark past. And John, a mysterious man, is connected to both Emma and Mary, but his true motives remain unknown. As their paths intertwine, secrets unravel and the truth becomes harder to hide.

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The Forge
Movie

The Forge(2024)

PG
125Minutes

19 year old Isaiah Wright lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he still has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mother Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum – to step up or move out. Feeling the pull from his friends and the push from his mom, Isaiah is hired by Moore Fitness, unaware of how the owner will personally impact his life. With the prayers of his mother and unexpected guidance from his new mentor, Isaiah is forced to deal with his past, sacrifice his selfishness and discover how God might have a greater purpose for his life.

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Thou Shalt Not Kill
Tv Show

Thou Shalt Not Kill (2015)

7.2

Thou Shalt Not Kill follows a female police detective in Turin, Italy as she investigates crimes. With a troubled past and a determination to seek justice, she must navigate the dark and complex world of crime in this gripping crime drama series.

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Over Water
Tv Show

Over Water (2020)

6.7

After hitting rock bottom, a former television celebrity tries to rebuild his life by taking on a job as a host at a local reality show which takes place on a luxury yacht. However, his troubled past comes back to haunt him as he gets involved with the criminal underworld associated with the docks and the port.

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Les Norton
Tv Show

Les Norton (2019)

7.1

Les Norton is a bouncer from the outback who lands a job as a nightclub bouncer in 1980s Sydney. He soon finds himself caught up in the city's criminal underworld and must navigate the dangers and challenges that come with it. Along the way, Les encounters a variety of colorful characters, including a crime boss, nightclub hostesses, and police officers. As he tries to navigate this new world, Les must confront his troubled past and find a way to survive in a city that can be unforgiving.

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Hide and Seek
Tv Show

Hide and Seek (2019)

7.2

In an ordinary looking apartment, a father and daughter play a game of hide-and-seek. While searching for his daughter, she is nowhere to be found... Later, a video is posted which shows the girl holding a sign with a mysterious set of numbers. But what do they mean? She’s the first of several children who disappear without a trace in a small industrial town. Young detectives Varta Naumova and Maksim Shumov take on the complex case and… their own demons. Varta is a distant person and extremely protective of her personal space, while Maksim comes across as an easy-going sociable guy. Both have experienced trauma in their lives, and this case touches them on a deeper level. They become personally vested in finding the children and apprehending the kidnapper as they face their respective pasts.

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Inside Man
Movie

Inside Man(2006)

7.6
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R
129Minutes

A police detective, a bank robber, and a high-power broker enter high-stakes negotiations after the criminal's brilliant heist spirals into a hostage situation. The robbers, dressed as painters, seize control of a bank and lock the hostages in various rooms. As the police surround the bank, the detectives discover the robbers' motives and true intentions. The situation escalates when the robbers release the hostages and detonate smoke bombs, leading to confusion and the discovery of a hidden safe deposit box. The detective refuses to bury the case and uncovers a larger conspiracy involving Nazi connections and stolen diamonds. Ultimately, the bank robber, known as the Inside Man, escapes with the stolen goods while leaving behind clues for the detective to follow.

Boo
Movie

Boo(2005)

4.1
R
94Minutes
The Wonders
Movie

The Wonders(2014)

6.7
tomato96%
NR
110Minutes

The Wonders follows a teenage girl named Gelsomina who lives in rural Italy in the 1990s. She is part of a family that runs an apiary and participates in a fictional game show. Gelsomina faces social isolation and struggles with her family's patriarchal dynamics. As she becomes more involved in beekeeping, she discovers a troubled past and begins to question her place in the world. The film explores themes of isolation, family, and the awakening of a young girl.

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troubled past

Discover a selection of movies and TV shows that explore the theme of "troubled past." Dive into captivating stories filled with characters haunted by their past, facing personal demons, and struggling to find redemption. Uncover the dark secrets, emotional journeys, and complex relationships that come to life in this collection of gripping cinematic tales.

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