15 Things That Look Cool in Movies but Are Totally Lame in Real Life

1. Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2013，IMDB Rating: 8.4, IMDB Votes: 371982, ID: 2467372
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine, a comedy series set in a police precinct, is filled with humorous and exaggerated situations that are far from the realities of actual police work. The show’s charm lies in its quirky characters and their interactions, which, while entertaining on screen, would likely be deemed unprofessional in a real-life workplace. Nonetheless, its light-hearted take on law enforcement makes for a fun viewing experience.
2. 50 First Dates 2004，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 386175, ID: 0343660
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50 First Dates presents a unique love story where the female protagonist, Lucy, suffers from short-term memory loss and forgets her partner, Henry, every day. While this premise makes for an engaging and emotional narrative, it’s a romanticized portrayal of a serious medical condition. In reality, dealing with such a condition would be far more challenging and less idyllic.
3. The Babadook 2014，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 250281, ID: 2321549
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The Babadook is a psychological horror film that uses its titular monster as a metaphor for grief and depression. While the concept of a storybook monster haunting a family is chilling on screen, it’s a symbolic representation that wouldn’t translate to real life. However, the film’s exploration of mental health issues through this metaphor is both impactful and thought-provoking.
4. Mulan 1998，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 320090, ID: 0120762
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Disney’s Mulan tells the inspiring story of a young woman who disguises herself as a man to take her father’s place in the Chinese army. While Mulan’s heroic feats and the film’s talking dragon sidekick are captivating on screen, they are elements of fantasy that wouldn’t hold up in real life. Nevertheless, the film’s themes of courage, honor, and self-discovery are universally relatable.
5. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever 2022，IMDB Rating: 6.7, IMDB Votes: 311470, ID: 9114286
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A sequel to the hugely popular ‘Black Panther’, ‘Wakanda Forever’ is a sincere tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman. However, the film feels manufactured and struggles under the weight of its own expectations. It attempts to tackle too many themes and set up future Marvel stories, resulting in a plot that feels overstuffed. Despite this, the film’s special effects and action sequences are commendable.
6. Captain America: The First Avenger 2011，IMDB Rating: 6.9, IMDB Votes: 904143, ID: 0458339
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‘Captain America: The First Avenger’ is an enjoyable piece of matinee entertainment. The film’s protagonist, Steve Rogers, is a relatable character who transforms from a bullied weakling to a genetically-enhanced super soldier. However, the film’s plot is somewhat formulaic, hitting all the expected beats of a superhero origin story.
7. The Matrix 1999，IMDB Rating: 8.7, IMDB Votes: 2075253, ID: 0133093
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‘The Matrix’ is a visually dazzling cyberadventure that redefines the nature of reality. However, it retreats to formula just when it’s getting interesting, ending with a typical shoot-out. Despite its convoluted plot, the film’s spectacular action sequences and groundbreaking visuals make it a memorable watch.
8. Die Hard 1988，IMDB Rating: 8.2, IMDB Votes: 953656, ID: 0095016
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‘Die Hard’ is a lean and scrappy action movie that never sets a foot wrong. Bruce Willis delivers a magnificent performance as a cop trapped inside a high-rise with a team of desperate terrorists. However, the film’s plot is somewhat formulaic, with the hero’s shirt ripped off in the first reel to showcase Willis’ gym-honed physique.
9. Mission: Impossible 1996，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 474134, ID: 0117060
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‘Mission: Impossible’ is a spy thriller that’s all about style rather than story. The film’s protagonist, Ethan Hunt, is a likable character who goes from a mild-mannered software author to a feared hacker. Despite its confusing plot, the film’s spectacular action sequences and delicate computer theft operation make it an enjoyable watch.
10. Dr. No 1962，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 180742, ID: 0055928
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Dr. No is a classic that launched the James Bond saga with Sean Connery’s charismatic portrayal of Agent 007. However, the movie’s depiction of high-speed chases and relentless pursuit by villains, which might seem thrilling on screen, can be terrifying and dangerous in real life. Despite this, the film’s captivating plot and Connery’s performance make it a must-watch.
11. Raiders of the Lost Ark 1981，IMDB Rating: 8.4, IMDB Votes: 1044513, ID: 0082971
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Raiders of the Lost Ark is an exhilarating adventure that takes you through various exotic locations. However, the movie’s depiction of exploring dangerous and sketchy places for thrill, which seems exciting on screen, can be perilous and illegal in real life. Nonetheless, the film’s imaginative storytelling and Harrison Ford’s performance as Indiana Jones make it a timeless classic.
12. The Terminator 1984，IMDB Rating: 8.1, IMDB Votes: 933248, ID: 0088247
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The Terminator, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger as a relentless cyborg, is a thrilling sci-fi classic. However, the film’s depiction of being pursued by a virtually unstoppable force, while exciting in the movie, would be a horrifying experience in reality. Despite this, the film’s compelling plot and Schwarzenegger’s iconic performance make it a must-see.
13. Mad Max: Fury Road 2015，IMDB Rating: 8.1, IMDB Votes: 1120104, ID: 1392190
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Mad Max: Fury Road is a high-octane action film set in a post-apocalyptic world. While the relentless car chases and battles might seem cool on screen, they would be extremely dangerous and life-threatening in real life. Nevertheless, the film’s stunning visuals and Tom Hardy’s performance make it an unforgettable cinematic experience.
14. John Wick 2014，IMDB Rating: 7.4, IMDB Votes: 747724, ID: 2911666
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John Wick, starring Keanu Reeves as a retired hitman seeking vengeance, is a gripping action thriller. However, the film’s depiction of violent confrontations and high-speed chases, while thrilling in the movie, would be perilous and illegal in real life. Despite this, the film’s intense action sequences and Reeves’ performance make it a standout in the action genre.
15. The Dark Knight 2008，IMDB Rating: 9.0, IMDB Votes: 2901795, ID: 0468569
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The Dark Knight is a cinematic masterpiece that redefined the superhero genre. However, the movie’s depiction of Batman’s high-tech gadgets and vigilante justice might seem cool on screen, but in real life, it would be impractical and dangerous.