This comedy-drama movie finds similarities withThe Adam Projectin the idea of self-discovery through different timelines.

The story is set in the distant future, where time travel is considered illegal.

Joe, a hired gun works for the mob.

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12 Monkeys

Terry Gilliamhas a great portfolio of time travel movies, but12 Monkeysstands out among all.

The movie is inspired by the French featuretteLa JeteebyChris Marker.

Pitt stars as a mentally challenged patient in an institution where James is mistakenly admitted.

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Their investigation leads them to a new psychedelic drug which they connect to the deaths.

Directed byJustin Benson and Aaron Moorhead,Synchronicexplores the concept of time travel in a never-seen-before package.

The movie earned a lot of praise and was highly acclaimed by fans and critics.

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The movie is driven by the impeccable comedic moments by Murray, making it a hilarious movie experience.

However, at the same time, theres someunderstated philosophy of lifethat also makes the story a little melancholic.

Overall, its just perfect and remains a classic in the comedy sci-fi space.

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Directed byHarold Ramis,Groundhog Dayfeatures Bill Murray,Andie MacDowell, andChris Elliottin leading roles.

They head to their high-school days favorite retreat.

While reliving teenage memories, the three of them get transported to 1986.

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The plot is not really out of the world if you look closely.

FilmmakerRobert Zemeckistook that simple idea and made it into an iconic movie that also led to two more sequels.

Marty McFly (Michael J.

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Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly in ‘Back to the Future.'

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