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Arthouse action film

Alright kiddo, an arthouse action film is a movie that tries to be both exciting and thought-provoking.

You know how some action movies are just all about cool stunts and explosions? Well, an arthouse action film wants to give you more than just eye candy. It wants you to think and feel something too.

Imagine you're watching a superhero movie, but instead of just watching the hero punch bad guys, you're also learning about the character's inner struggles and the deeper meaning behind their actions. The film might be saying something about society, politics, or human nature.

But don't worry, just because it's deep doesn't mean it can't be fun to watch. An arthouse action film can still have all the cool fight scenes and chases you love in action movies. It's just trying to do more than just entertain you for a couple of hours.

So, to sum it up, an arthouse action film is an action movie that also wants to make you think and feel something beyond just excitement.
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