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'The Patriot' (1998) -

Steven Seagal portrays an immunologist who strives to find a cure for a lethal virus unleashed by a militia faction.

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'The Patriot' (2000) -

The 2000 film titled the same follows Benjamin Martin (played by Mel Gibson), a war veteran who joins the American Revolutionary War after his son's tragic death.

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'The Avengers' (1998) -

The first Avengers were actually the main characters of a British TV series from the 1960s. In 1998, there was a satirical spy action comedy featuring Ralph Fiennes, Uma Thurman, Sean Connery, and Patrick Macnee called 'The Avengers.'

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'The Avengers' (2012) -

'The Avengers' (2012) is a superhero film based on Marvel Comics characters, boasting an increased number of characters with extraordinary abilities.

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'Child's Play' (1972) -

No, this film is not related to the well-known horror movie. 'Child's Play' (1972) narrates the challenges faced by a newly appointed gym teacher in a Catholic boarding school for boys.

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'Child's Play' (1988) -

This is likely the version of 'Child's Play' that most people are acquainted with. The eerie movie centers on a malevolent doll known as Chucky, who becomes inhabited by the vengeful soul of a notorious murderer.

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'Invincible' (2001) -

Set during World War II, this film stars actor Tim Roth as a Jewish strongman employed at a cabaret in Germany.

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'Invincible' (2006) -

Mark Wahlberg portrays Vince Papale, an American football player, in the 2006 film of the same name centered around his inspiring life story.

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'Possession' (1981) -

Andrzej Żuławski directed this psychological horror film which centers around a couple teetering on the brink of divorce.

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'Possession' (2002) -

In 2002, a romantic drama featuring Gwyneth Paltrow and Aaron Eckhart tells the story of two scholars exploring Victorian poets.

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'Vice' (2015) -

Bruce Willis stars as Julian Michaels, the creator of Vice, a resort that brings clients' wildest fantasies to life.

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'Vice' (2018) -

This movie, however, portrays the ascension of American Vice President Cheney, played by Christian Bale.

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'Twilight' (1998) -

Prior to the tremendous success of the 2008 film of the same name, there came a 1998 neo-noir thriller featuring Susan Sarandon, Paul Newman, and Gene Hackman.

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'Twilight' (2008) -

In 2008, Kristen Stewart's Bella fell in love with a vampire, played by Robert Pattinson, and the rest is history...

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'The Fast and the Furious' (1955) -

This movie shares its name with the well-known franchise that began in 2001. However, it is important to note that it was made back in 1955 and tells a very different tale. It revolves around a convict who escapes from prison and steals a wealthy lady's car while she's still in it, inadvertently stealing her heart along the way.

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'The Fast and the Furious' (2001) -

'The Fast and the Furious' features cars just like its 1955 predecessor, but the similarities stop there. The movie includes street racers, an FBI agent undercover, and plenty of thrilling action.

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'Gladiator' (1992) -

This sports drama from 1992 tells the story of two teenagers (portrayed by Cuba Gooding Jr. and James Marshall) who engage in underground boxing matches.

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'Gladiator' (2000) -

Ridley Scott's critically acclaimed movie 'Gladiator,' starred Russell Crowe as the protagonist, Maximus, as he loses everything and becomes a renowned gladiator.

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'Bad Boys' (1983) -

The title 'Bad Boys' is often associated with the 1995 buddy cop film. However, there is another film released in 1983 with the same name. This particular movie is a crime drama that takes place in a juvenile detention center and serves as a coming-of-age story. It features notable actors like Sean Penn, Esai Morales, and Clancy Brown.

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'Bad Boys' (1995) -

In 1995, we got the first 'Bad Boys' movie, which follows Miami PD agents Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence).

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'The Aviator' (1985) -

Pilot Christopher Reeve and passenger Rosanna Arquette endure a crash, battling ravenous wolves in a fight for survival.

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'The Aviator' (2004) -

Martin Scorsese directed this 2004 film of the same name, portraying the life of renowned aviator and magnate Howard Hughes (Leonardo DiCaprio).

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'Heat' (1987) -

Burt Reynolds stars in this film as a bodyguard with a gambling problem who is striving to accumulate enough funds to leave Las Vegas.

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'Heat' (1995) -

This film revolves around the unexpected relationship between a career criminal played by Robert De Niro and a detective played by Al Pacino.

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'Broken Arrow' (1950) -

Delmer Daves directed this Western film, which was among the earliest to showcase Native Americans in a positive manner following World War II.

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'Broken Arrow' (1996) -

The 1950 Western film is starkly different from this one! John Travolta and Christian Slater play two pilots engaged in the robbery of atomic weapons.

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'Crossroads' (1986) -

Released in 1986, this film showcases Ralph Macchio as a devoted guitar player captivated by the blues. Notably, it includes a remarkable guitar solo duel between his character and the acclaimed guitarist Steve Vai.

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'Crossroads' (2002) -

This 2002 film, also named 'Crossroads,' couldn't be more different! The teenage drama featuring Britney Spears, Zoe Saldana, and Taryn Manning depicts the journey of three friends as they travel across the United States.

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'Moulin Rouge' (1952) -

Though both films take place in the same location, their plots diverge. The 1952 movie focuses on the turbulent life of the tormented artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

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'Moulin Rouge' (2001) -

The 2001 movie primarily revolves around a writer (Ewan McGregor) who develops feelings for a Moulin Rouge performer (Nicole Kidman).

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'Serenity' (2005) -

Released in 2005, this science fiction film serves as a sequel to the television show 'Firefly' (2002–2003). The plot centers on the attempts of the spaceship Serenity's crew to evade a deadly killer.

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'Serenity' (2019) -

As for the 2019 movie with the same name, we have the ex-wife (Anne Hathaway) of a boat captain (Matthew McConaughey) trying to convince him to murder her current husband (Jason Clarke).

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'Christine' (1983) -

This film is an adaptation of a Stephen King book, which tells the story of a teenager who purchases a Plymouth Fury car only to discover that it has a malevolent consciousness.

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'Christine' (2016) -

This 2016 film focuses on the somber story of TV journalist Christine Chubbuck (played by Rebecca Hall) and doesn't involve any evil cars. 'Christine' (2016) portrays the unsettling event of Chubbuck being the first person to commit suicide on live television.

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'Black Sheep' (1996) -

The film 'Black Sheep' (1996) is a comedic tale featuring Chris Farley as a bumbling assistant to his politically ambitious brother.

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'Black Sheep' (2006) -

This 2006 movie of the same name, however, is about a flock of sheep who turn evil following a genetic engineering experiment and devastate a farm in New Zealand.

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'Notorious' (1946) -

'Notorious,' a 1946 film by Alfred Hitchcock, is a noir thriller featuring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman.

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'Notorious' (2009) -

This 2009 film is a music biopic about rapper Christopher Wallace, aka The Notorious B.I.G. (played by Jamal Woolard).

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'Crash' (1996) -

David Cronenberg's film 'Crash' follows individuals who have a peculiar fascination with car accidents.

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'Crash' (2004) -

This movie with the same name released in 2004, revolves around the lives of Los Angeles citizens, exploring racial and social tensions following the September 11 terror attacks in New York.

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'Glory' (1956) -

This musical traces the story of a young horse named Glory as he transforms into a formidable racehorse.

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'Glory' (1989) -

'Glory' (1989), directed by Edward Zwick, is a historical war drama depicting the story of the first African-American regiment during the Civil War. The film features renowned actors Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington, and Morgan Freeman.

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'Proof' (1991) -

The film released in 1991 follows a visually impaired photographer who takes photos and relies on other people to describe them to him. 

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'Proof' (2005) -

'Proof' (2005) tells the story of Catherine (Gwyneth Paltrow), the daughter of a brilliant mathematician who recently passed away. Catherine is concerned about inheriting her father's mental illness.

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'Flawless' (1999) -

Robert De Niro portrays a conservative man who experiences a stroke and must enlist the aid of a drag queen to recover his speech.

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'Flawless' (2007) -

In this film from 2007 that takes place in 1960s London, Michael Caine portrays a janitor who persuades Demi Moore, an exasperated executive, to assist him in stealing gems.

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'Fair Game' (1995) -

The film 'Fair Game' (1995) tells the story of Cindy Crawford, a lawyer who becomes entangled in a case connected to ex-KGB members. William Baldwin plays a police officer tasked with her protection.

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'Fair Game' (2010) -

This film depicts the life of CIA agent Valerie Plame (portrayed by Naomi Watts), with a focus on drama and real events.

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'The Island' (1980) -

In this film, a journalist played by Michael Caine and his estranged son are kidnapped by pirates.

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'The Island' (2005) -

In the 2005 film of the same name, the protagonists live in a dystopian community on an island, believed to be the last safe place on Earth where humans can survive. 

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'The Accused' (1949) -

This psychological thriller revolves around Wilma, a professor, who unintentionally kills Bill, a college student, while defending herself from his attempted rape.

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'The Accused' (1988) -

This legal drama also revolves around a rape case and focuses on the story of district attorney Katheryn (played by Kelly McGillis). It follows her efforts to safeguard a victim (portrayed by Jodie Foster) and bring the perpetrators to justice.

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'Heaven Can Wait' (1943) -

This comedy depicts a man who approaches the Gates of Hell to assess his life with Satan, who will determine whether he gains entry or not.

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'Heaven Can Wait' (1978) -

This 1978 movie tells the story of a quarterback (played by Warren Beatty) who has a supernatural experience. After his death, an angel accidentally swaps his soul into the body of another person.

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'The Host' (2006) -

'The Host' (2006) tells the story of a family's quest to save a young girl from a monstrous creature that arises from Seoul's Han River in South Korea.

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'The Host' (2013) -

This film from 2013 centers around aliens erasing people's memories.

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'Cake' (2005) -

This romantic comedy from 2005 tells the story of a travel writer who discovers love after taking over her father's wedding magazine.

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'Cake' (2014) -

This 2014 film centers around Claire Bennett (Jennifer Aniston), a woman grappling with chronic pain. She also finds herself questioning the death of a fellow member of her pain support group.

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'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' (1941) -

Alfred Hitchcock helmed this film featuring Carole Lombard and Robert Montgomery. The story revolves around a couple who, after three years together, discover that their marriage isn't legally valid. 

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'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' (2005) -

In contrast, the film 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' from 2005 features a couple played by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, who realize that they are professional killers working for separate organizations with orders to eliminate one another.

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'Chocolat' (1988) -

Both 'Chocolat' films include a French woman, but this particular one revolves around a woman revisiting her childhood home in Cameroon.

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'Chocolat' (2000) -

The 2000 movie is about another French woman, who opens up a chocolate shop in a small village.

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