The Mule

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The Mule (2014)

Crime, Comedy, Thriller

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White Elephant

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Scientists create a genetic clone of a serial killer in order to help catch the killer, teaming up with two cops.

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Breathless

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2012 ★ 5.9

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Cotton Comes to Harlem

Cotton Comes to Harlem

1970 ★ 6.2

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Icefall

Icefall

2025 ★ 6.3

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