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Being Human
by Toby Whithouse
Following a violent supernatural outburst that destroyed their furniture, George, Mitchell, and Annie argue over the impending arrival of their landlord, who is also Annie's former fiancé. While Annie is desperate for news of her old life, George fears that her presence as a ghost will expose their secrets and endanger their domestic stability.
The Fades
by Jack Thorne
While hiding in a girls' bathroom after a life-threatening encounter, Paul tries to convince his best friend Mac that his apocalyptic dreams are becoming a reality. Mac uses humor and pop-culture references to deflect his own fear, while Paul struggles to process the supernatural events he has witnessed.
Under the Bridge
by Quinn Shephard
Grieving and frustrated parents Suman and Manjit clash while searching their missing daughter's bedroom. Suman attempts to pack away Reena's belongings as a defense mechanism against her despair, only to be interrupted by an ominous and anonymous phone call that heightens their fear.
A troubled teenager, Paul, meets with his psychiatrist to discuss his recurring nightmares. While Paul initially deflects with a fabricated story about penguins, the scene shifts to a vulnerable moment where he expresses a deep-seated fear of losing his sanity.
Catastrophe
by Sharon Horgan, Rob Delaney
Following a tense evening, Rob impulsively proposes to Sharon while she is pregnant and facing a health scare. They navigate the absurdity of their situation, balancing genuine fear about their future with their signature dark wit and blunt honesty.
The Eye of the Dolphin
by Michael Sellers
Alyssa expresses her frustration over her father's inability to understand her connection to dolphins and her emotional needs. Tamika offers a bridge of understanding, explaining Hawk's logical perspective and his underlying fears as a new father. The scene explores the emotional gap between a grieving teenager and a scientifically-minded parent.
Revolutionary Road
by Justin Haythe
During a tense farewell dinner, John Givings ruthlessly deconstructs Frank and April's decision to cancel their move to Paris. As John exposes Frank's fear and cowardice regarding the pregnancy, the emotional facade of the Wheeler household violently disintegrates.
Rear Window
by John Michael Hayes
Jeff, a photographer confined to a wheelchair, pleads with his editor to give him an assignment to escape his 'swamp of boredom.' They engage in a cynical debate about the merits of marriage versus the freedom of his dangerous career, establishing Jeff's fear of domesticity.
El Mariachi
by Robert Rodriguez
After his henchmen abandon him during an ambush, the drug lord Azul confronts them about their cowardice. He subjects them to a high-stakes psychological loyalty test, demanding that one shoot the other to prove their devotion. The scene explores the tension between professional fear and personal brotherhood among criminals.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
by Charlie Kaufman
Joel sits alone in the dark, grappling with the agonizing decision to end a stable but joyless relationship. He oscillates between the desire for excitement and the fear that 'fun' is a marketing myth, ultimately driven by the existential dread of living a life defined by regret.
Joel reflects on the painful decision to end his stable relationship with Naomi in favor of a more exciting but volatile connection with Clementine. He grapples with the fear of wasting his life on a 'safe' love versus the existential dread of being manipulated by the societal idea of happiness.
Punch-Drunk Love
by Paul Thomas Anderson
A lonely small-business owner engages in a phone sex call only to be contacted the next morning by the woman, who attempts to extort him for rent money. Barry's initial awkwardness turns to genuine fear when she reveals she has his personal information and threatens to contact his family.
The Sopranos
by David Chase
During a therapy session, a mob boss discusses a bizarre dream involving a Phillips-head screw and a lost appendage. Through Dr. Melfi's guidance, he realizes his deep-seated anxiety stems from a fear of losing his family, triggered by the departure of ducks from his pool.
Person of Interest (Pilot)
by Jonathan Nolan
A determined investigator attempts to flip a terrified witness who is being held for a crime he didn't commit. The witness refuses to cooperate, explaining that the people responsible are so powerful and evil that speaking out would mean a death sentence for his entire family.
Futurama: Fear of a Bot Planet
by Evan Gore, Heather Lombard
Fry and Leela are brought before a secret tribunal of Robot Elders who order Bender to execute them. When Bender refuses to kill his friends, the Elders reveal that their anti-human propaganda is merely a political distraction, leading Fry to attempt a desperate bluff to save the group.
Asteroid City
by Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola
A father and son navigate a bizarre real estate transaction in the middle of the desert while grappling with their emotional disconnect. As J.J. questions the validity of his 'investment,' Clifford reveals the existential fear driving his constant need for attention and dangerous dares.
50/50
by Will Reiser
On the eve of a high-stakes surgery, Adam calls his therapist Katherine in a moment of extreme vulnerability. He confesses his fears of dying and his regrets about life, leading to a tender reconciliation and a mutual admission of their complicated feelings for one another.
BARRACUDA
by John Patton Ford
A terminally ill mother confesses her regrets to her son regarding the identity and whereabouts of his biological father. She encourages him to seek out the man she once pushed away, grappling with the fear that her son will hate her for leaving him behind.
Mulholland Drive
by David Lynch
Betty attempts to help the amnesiac Rita piece together her identity after a traumatic car accident. Betty's youthful optimism contrasts with Rita's deep-seated fear as they decide to investigate the police reports for Mulholland Drive.
A Crowded Room
by James Cameron
A troubled teenager attempts to explain the terrifying and surreal visions he is experiencing to a school counselor. Billy struggles to articulate his fear of losing his mind while desperately pleading for help before masking his vulnerability with a joke.
Batman Begins
by DAVID GOYER
In a tense prison interview, mob boss Carmine Falcone attempts to blackmail Dr. Jonathan Crane regarding their illegal smuggling operation. The power dynamic shifts violently when Crane reveals his true persona and uses a hallucinogenic fear toxin to psychologically break the gangster.
Dan recounts a recurring nightmare to Herb about a terrifying figure lurking behind the very diner where they are currently eating. As the details of the dream begin to manifest in reality, Dan's paralyzing fear forces Herb to investigate the back of the building to dispel the dread.
22 Jump Street
by Michael Bacall, Oren Uziel, Rodney Rothman
In a moment of high-stakes vulnerability, Jenko reveals he has been offered a football scholarship that would end their partnership, prompting Schmidt to confess his own deep-seated insecurities and history of failure. The scene explores the tension between individual ambition and the bond of friendship as both characters confront their fears of the future.
Fatal Attraction
by James Dearden
Dan confesses to his friend Jimmy about his extramarital affair and the resulting pregnancy that threatens his marriage. He expresses his deep fear of losing his family and reflects on the series of coincidences that led to his infidelity, comparing his vulnerability to a combination lock.
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