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The Consequence (1977)

Thomas, the son of a prison warden, falls for Martin, one of the prison inmates. After Martin is released, they try to build a relationship and a life together but, no one will leave them alone.

Directed byWolfgang Petersen

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  1. 01

    Martha

    Strong story similarity

    1974 · 116 min · Drama · TV Movie · Thriller

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    After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha finds herself caught up in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with a monstrous husband whom she begins to suspect may be trying to murder her.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • substantial genre overlap
    • a closely matched era
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  2. 02

    The Glass Cell

    Strong story similarity

    1978 · 93 min · Crime · Drama

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    A man is wrongfully imprisoned for five years. Once out, he hears about his wife's supposed adventures outside of their marriage and becomes increasingly jealous.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • a closely matched era
    • shared production studio: Solaris Film
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  3. 03

    Westler: East of the Wall

    Strong story similarity

    1985 · 94 min · Drama · Romance

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    Felix from West-Berlin falls in love with Thomas in East-Berlin. At first they keep their relationship going by regular visits from Felix, but the curfew forces him to return every evening. When the East-German authorities become suspicious, Thomas decides to try and flee to the West.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
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  4. 04

    The Legend of Paul and Paula

    Strong story similarity

    1973 · 105 min · Drama · Romance

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    Paul and Paula have had bad experiences with love: Paul is financially well off but has lost all affection for his wife, and Paula leads a troublesome life raising two children on her own. They meet and discover a strong passion for each other. Life seems like a dream when they're together - but their short flights from the burdens of reality are once and again interrupted by Paul's ties to family and career.

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    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
    • a closely matched era
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  5. 05

    Coming Out

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    1989 · 113 min · Drama · Romance

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    Philipp, a closeted teacher, is dating a female colleague to keep up appearances. One night he stumbles into a gay bar and falls for a man. Transformed by this love, he is no longer afraid to face up to who he is.

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    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
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  6. 06

    Performance.

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    1970 · 106 min · Crime · Drama

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    In underworld terms, Chas Devlin is a 'performer,' a gangster with a talent for violence and intimidation. Turner is a reclusive rock superstar. When Chas and Turner meet, their worlds collide—and the impact is both exotic and explosive.

    Why it connects

    • strong recommendation signals
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    Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice

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    1969 · 105 min · Comedy · Drama

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    After returning to Los Angeles from a group therapy session, documentary filmmaker Bob Sanders and his wife, Carol, find themselves becoming vigilante couples counselors, offering unsolicited advice to their best friends, Ted and Alice Henderson. Not wanting to be rude, the Hendersons play along, but some latent sexual tension among the four soon comes bubbling to the surface, and long-buried desires don't stay buried for long.

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    • strong recommendation signals
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  10. 10

    Life Is All You Get

    Strong story similarity

    1997 · 115 min · Comedy · Drama · Romance

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    After he loses his job, his father, and his girlfriend, Jan's life is a shambles. Then suddenly he meets freakish street musician Vera, and a bittersweet romance unfolds...

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    • strong story and style similarity
    • substantial genre overlap
    • shared production studio: WDR
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