Gokusen follows the story of Kumiko Yamaguchi, a young and enthusiastic teacher who becomes the homeroom teacher of an all-male high school class full of delinquents. Despite the challenging environment, Kumiko wins the hearts of her students as she uses her unorthodox teaching methods and positive attitude to guide them on a path of personal growth and success. Along the way, she also deals with the challenges of her own yakuza family background.
Sahashi and Natsume form a working relationship as cosmetic consultants at the request of their company, with both consultants being star employees. However, the impolite and disrespectful Sahashi is a big headache for the senior Natsume. What's more, Sahashi discovers Natsume's secret and threatens him with it...
Set in 1968 at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles, 'Bobby' is a story that delves into the lives and struggles of multiple characters against the backdrop of the impending assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. The film explores themes of politics, racial tension, class differences, and corruption, weaving together various storylines that converge towards a tragic climax.
In The Beautician and the Beast, a beautician named Joy Miller accidentally becomes the teacher of the children of a dictator named Boris Pochenko. With her unconventional methods, she brings joy and happiness to the family and helps bridge the cultural gap between their worlds. However, their relationship is put to the test when a misunderstanding leads to a political crisis. Can Joy save the day and bring love and understanding to this unlikely duo?
Beauty Shop follows the life of a hairdresser named Gina, who opens up her own beauty salon in Atlanta with her supportive friends and coworkers. Along the way, she navigates through the challenges of owning a small business, dealing with diverse clients, and confronting issues of racism and discrimination. Through humor and heartwarming moments, Gina proves that with determination and a strong support system, anything is possible.
When a woman's abusive husband turns up dead, she becomes the prime suspect in his murder investigation. As the police interrogate her, her best friend begins to doubt her innocence and starts her own investigation into what really happened.
Yuri Saotome is a charismatic beautician who runs a major sports gym and aesthetic salon. Her older brother died in an accident just before his opportunity to achieve a gold medal at the Olympics, so she chose to marry a wrestling gold medalist. After giving birth to four children, she and her husband broke off their marriage, leaving Yuri to raise the kids by herself. With their excellent genes, three of them have been raised as possible candidates for the next Olympic games.
Number One Fan is a comedy-drama-thriller set on the French-Swiss border. It follows the story of a fan who accidentally kills a pop star, and must navigate the consequences of disposing of the body. With elements of comedy, drama, and thriller, the film explores themes of obsession, deception, and the lengths people will go to protect their idols.
In a small town in Italy, an unlikely friendship is formed between a beautician and a tattoo artist. Together, they embark on a treasure hunt, facing various challenges and hilarious situations along the way.
Venus Beauty Institute is a heartwarming story set in a beauty salon in Paris, France. It explores the lives and relationships of the staff and clients, with a focus on love, loneliness, and the pursuit of beauty. The film touches on themes such as infidelity, jealousy, and the complexities of relationships. It takes place during the holiday season, adding a touch of magic to the story. The film features an ensemble cast and showcases the struggles and triumphs of the characters as they navigate the complexities of their personal lives. Overall, it is a thoughtful and engaging exploration of human connection and the quest for happiness.
Beautiful Life is a TV show that tells the story of a librarian named Shuji who falls in love with a beautician named Kyoko. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Kyoko becomes wheelchair-bound due to a tragic accident. Despite the challenges they face, Shuji and Kyoko learn to appreciate the beauty in every moment and find strength in their love for each other.
Fireworks Wednesday tells the story of a beautiful beautician named Rouhi who goes to work for a married couple, Mojdeh and Morteza, as their house cleaner. As Rouhi spends time with the couple, she becomes embroiled in their marital discord and suspicion, particularly surrounding Morteza's erratic behavior and suspicions of Mojdeh's infidelity. Set against the backdrop of the Iranian New Year holiday, tensions rise as secrets are unveiled and relationships are tested.
A beautiful woman lands a job at an exclusive salon that deals with the wives of wealthy businessmen. Her contact with these men leads to a series of affairs.
A paparazzi gets fired from his job and seeks revenge by invading celebrities' privacy, but his life takes a hilarious turn when he falls for a glamorous actress. Chaos ensues as he tries to balance his career, love life, and ethics.
Aïssa is a Congolese immigrant in France. She says that she is under eighteen but the authorities consider her an adult. To determine if she can be deported, a doctor must give her a physical examination.
A down on his luck young man stumbles into a gang of robbers who all get landed in prison. Will he be reformed, or is he ensnared into a life of crime?
Sally (Jean Parker) is engaged to be married, loves dancing and kids. But her life is ruined when an accident cripples her and her betrothed magnanimously offers to not back out of the marriage. After rejecting his offer she starts a doll shop and tries to save for an operation. From her doll shop window she watches children and talks to Jimmie (James Dunn) the ice cream man. She wants to know Jimmie better, but is terrified of rejection.
In a small village in Provence, a quintuplet sheep goes missing, causing confusion and chaos among the townspeople. As they search for the sheep, the brothers, who have very different personalities, find themselves caught up in hilarious situations. From a mistaken identity to gender disguise, the brothers navigate their way through the town's quirks and challenges as they try to locate the missing sheep and restore order.
The Lacemaker follows the story of a young introverted woman who experiences a mental breakdown after a breakup. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating her way through a psychiatric hospital, university life, and her own inner turmoil. Along the way, she confronts her deep-seated insecurities, explores the complexities of relationships, and grapples with societal pressures. Set in 1970s France, the film delves into themes of love, identity, and the pursuit of happiness.
The teenage daughter of a Brooklyn beauty-parlor owner blossoms under the influence of her recently-returned show-biz aunt.