After dying in a freak accident, Kazuma Satou is sent to a parallel world where he forms a dysfunctional party with a goddess, a mage, and a crusader. Together, they take on quests, battle monsters, and try to survive in this comedic and fantastical adventure.
The Pet Girl of Sakurasou follows the story of Sorata Kanda, a second-year high school student who is forced to live in Sakura Hall, a dormitory for problem students. He becomes the caretaker of a pet cat named Hikari and gets caught up in various shenanigans with his fellow residents. As Sorata struggles to balance his own dreams of becoming a game developer with the eccentricities of his dormmates, he also finds himself falling in love with a talented artist named Mashiro Shiina.
In the 1970s, a British sound engineer is hired to work on an Italian horror film, but as he becomes immersed in the disturbing world of the movie, he starts to question his own sanity.
In a remote village in France, the peaceful life of the villagers is disrupted when a flying saucer arrives and the villagers must deal with the aliens. The village mayor, an old man, is skeptical of the alien encounter, but as events unfold, he discovers the truth about the aliens and the importance of tradition versus modernity. Alongside the humorous encounters and cultural clashes, the film also explores themes of infidelity, alcoholism, and the second chances in life.
Dodes'ka-den tells the story of various slum dwellers living in a garbage dump in Tokyo, Japan. They fight to survive in the harsh conditions and dream of a better life. The film explores themes of poverty, desperation, and the human spirit.
Brian, feeling isolated and depressed after a harsh winter, decides to build a robot as a companion. Through their friendship and invention, Brian finds solace and purpose.
When a young postman is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he is visited by a devil who offers him a deal: for every day he lives, one thing from the world will disappear. As he contemplates his existence, he must decide what is truly important to him.
Stray Dogs is a slow-cinema drama that follows the lives of a homeless man and his two young children as they struggle with poverty and loneliness. The film features long takes and minimal dialogue, emphasizing the characters' existential loneliness. The presence of a stray dog becomes a symbol of hope and companionship in their difficult lives.
In this charming and imaginative animated short, a bag of apples embarks on a magical adventure through the forest, encountering various characters and overcoming challenges along the way.
Quill is a guide dog who goes through various challenges and experiences as he serves as a companion to a visually impaired man. The movie portrays the bond between Quill and his owner and showcases the importance of patience, kindness, and dignity.
A woman's life takes a downward spiral after a tragic accident. She begins experiencing supernatural occurrences and uncovers dark secrets about her family.
The movie follows the fictional biography of Pablo Picasso, including his interactions with famous characters such as Ernest Hemingway, Winston Churchill, Gertrude Stein, Salvador Dali, and Sergei Diaghilev. It showcases his artistic journey, from his early struggles in Montmartre, Paris to his rise as a renowned painter in Spain and his later life in the French Riviera. The movie incorporates slapstick comedy elements and explores themes of art, death, and love.
How Harry Became a Tree is a dark comedy that follows the story of a man who, after a series of unfortunate events, finds himself transforming into a tree. Set in a small village in Ireland, the film explores themes of love, obsession, and the absurdity of human nature. Harry navigates through dysfunctional relationships, scandalous affairs, and a feud between two families while trying to come to terms with his own transformation. With a touch of black humor, the movie delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths people will go to find happiness.
Patch Town is a musical fantasy movie about a kidnapped baby doll who escapes from a toy factory where he has been enslaved. He embarks on a journey to find his mother, encountering various obstacles and adventures along the way. The movie features themes of adoption, identity, and the importance of family.
Mickey and Pluto encounter various comedic situations while trying to garden, including dealing with giant insects and a mischievous spider.
A teenager in a small town experiences a series of unexpected events including embroidery, killing an animal, and an unwanted pregnancy. Through these challenges, she learns valuable life lessons and experiences personal growth.
Simon is a very sensible young schoolboy, who has a friend who is a real witch. She is very silly, and a huge showoff.
After her brother's suicide, a woman disguises herself as a man and moves to Germany as a refugee. She faces numerous challenges as she tries to rebuild her life in a new country.
A young woman faces abuse, violence, and tragedy as she navigates her life in a small village in France.