“Dead Again”, 1991
Director: Kenneth Branagh
A neo-noir thriller involving a detective who helps a woman suffering from amnesia, only to uncover past life connections and a murder mystery stretching back to the 1940s.
Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Andy Garcia, Emma Thompson, Lois Hall, Richard Easton, Jo Anderson, Patrick MontesDeOca, Raymond Cruz, Robin Williams, Wayne Knight;
Production year: 1991;
Genre: thriller, drama, crime, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 107 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,8;
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“Cloud Atlas”, 2012
Director: Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer, Lilly Wachowski
An epic drama that explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, present, and future, embodying the essence of karma and reincarnation through a myriad of interconnected stories.
Starring: Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent, Jim Sturgess, Ben Whishaw, Hugo Weaving, Bae Doo-na, Hugh Grant, Susan Sarandon, James D'Arcy;
Production year: 2012;
Genre: science fiction, drama, action, detective, adventure;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 172 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,4;
“Birth”, 2004
Director: Jonathan Glazer
A film that delves into the life of a widow who encounters a young boy claiming to be the reincarnation of her deceased husband, sparking controversy and a complex web of emotions.
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Cameron Bright, Danny Huston, Lauren Bacall, Alison Elliott, Arliss Howard, Michael Desautels, Anne Heche, Peter Stormare, Ted Levine;
Production year: 2004;
Genre: fantasy, thriller, drama, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 100 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,2;
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“Defending Your Life”, 1991
Director: Albert Brooks
A romantic comedy-drama set in a purgatory-like afterlife, where the main character must prove he lived a courageous life in order to advance to the next stage of existence, reflecting on actions and moral decisions.
Starring: Albert Brooks, Meryl Streep, Rip Torn, Michael Durrell, James Eckhouse, Gary Beach, Julie Cobb, Peter Schuck, Time Winters, Sharlie Stuart, Lee Grant, Beth Black;
Production year: 1991;
Genre: fantasy, drama, comedy;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 112 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,2;
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“What Dreams May Come”, 1998
Director: Vincent Ward
A visually mesmerizing story about life after death, where the protagonist explores the afterlife and faces challenges that reflect his earthly life, touching on themes of love, redemption, and the cyclical nature of existence.
Starring: Robin Williams, Cuba Gooding Jr., Annabella Sciorra, Max von Sydow, Jessica Brooks Grant, Josh Paddock, Rosalind Chao, Lucinda Jenney, Maggie McCarthy, Wilma Bonet;
Production year: 1998;
Genre: fantasy, drama, melodrama;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 113 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7;
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“The Fountain”, 2006
Director: Darren Aronofsky
A science fiction drama that weaves together three storylines from different times and places, all exploring themes of love, mortality, and the quest for eternal life, hinting at reincarnation and the continuity of the soul.
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Rachel Weisz, Ellen Burstyn, Mark Margolis, Stephen McHattie, Fernando Hernandez, Cliff Curtis, Sean Patrick Thomas, Donna Murphy, Ethan Suplee;
Production year: 2006;
Genre: science fiction, drama, melodrama, detective;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 97 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,2;
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“Groundhog Day”, 1993
Director: Harold Ramis
A fantasy comedy film in which a weatherman finds himself reliving the same day over and over again, offering a lighter take on the concept of self-improvement and the consequences of one's actions across different lifetimes, albeit within a single repeating day.
Starring: Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott, Stephen Tobolowsky, Brian Doyle-Murray, Marita Geraghty, Angela Paton, Rick Ducommun, Rick Overton, Robin Duke;
Production year: 1993;
Genre: fantasy, drama, melodrama, comedy;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 101 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8;
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“I Origins”, 2014
Director: Mike Cahill
A science fiction drama that explores the intersections of science and spirituality, focusing on a molecular biologist whose study of the human eye leads him to a profound discovery that challenges his scientific beliefs and suggests the possibility of reincarnation.
Starring: Michael Pitt, Brit Marling, Astrid Berges-Frisbey, Steven Yeun, Archie Panjabi, William Mapother, Cara Seymour, Dorien Makhloghi, Charles Woods Gray, John Schiumo;
Production year: 2014;
Genre: science fiction, drama, melodrama, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 108 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;
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These films, through their diverse narratives and artistic approaches, provide a cinematic journey into the complex and intriguing concepts of karma and reincarnation.
Films about karma and reincarnation delve into the profound mysteries of existence, intertwining fate, justice, and the eternal journey of souls through various lifetimes. These narratives not only entertain but also provoke deep thought and introspection, offering a kaleidoscope through which viewers can explore the consequences of actions and the possibilities of spiritual evolution. Whether through the lens of drama, romance, or fantasy, such films serve as a mirror to our deepest beliefs about life, death, and what lies beyond. They challenge our perceptions, urging us to consider our place in the universe and the interconnectedness of all beings. In essence, these films do more than tell stories; they invite us on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment, leaving us with lingering questions about the true nature of karma and reincarnation and our own part in the cosmic ballet of existence.
