When Yumi Fukuzawa entered the Lillian Girls' Academy, a prestigious all-girls Catholic school in Tokyo, she never imagined she would catch the eye of beautiful and demure Sachiko Ogasawara, one of the school's most popular students. Now Sachiko has offered to be Yumi's soeur, her "sister" and guide for all her years at the academy. The whole idea has Yumi completely flustered—after all, they hardly know each other! The entire campus is abuzz with rumors about the two of them, but Yumi is conflicted over accepting Sachiko's offer. While she admires Sachiko, being her soeur would also mean constantly being at the center of the entire school's attention!
Maria†Holic is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Minari Endō, the author of Dazzle. The manga was first serialized in the Japanese seinen manga magazine Monthly Comic Alive on June 27, 2006, and is published by Media Factory. The manga was licensed by Tokyopop with the first volume in English being released in September 2009. The first anime adaptation animated by Shaft aired in Japan between January and March 2009. A second anime season, Maria†Holic: Alive, premiered on April 8, 2011. Both seasons of the anime series have been licensed by Sentai Filmworks, and the first season is being distributed by Section23 Films.
Strawberry Panic! is a dramatic and romantic anime TV show set in a Catholic school. It follows the story of Nagisa Aoi, a transfer student who finds herself caught up in the complex relationships and hidden desires of the school's all-female student body. As she navigates the intricacies of friendship, love, and personal growth, Nagisa must confront her own feelings and the expectations placed upon her.
Twin brothers navigate life in a hotel with their single mother and the eccentric staff.
Blood+ follows the story of Saya, a high school girl, who discovers she is the only one who can defeat dangerous creatures known as Chiropterans. With the help of her friends and allies, Saya embarks on a journey to uncover her past and fulfill her destiny as the ultimate vampire slayer.
Derry Girls is a comedy TV show set in 1990s Derry, Northern Ireland. It follows a group of teenage girls attending a Catholic school during a time of political and social unrest known as 'The Troubles'. The show revolves around their daily lives, friendships, and interactions with their families and the wider community.
American Dreams is a TV show set in Philadelphia during the 1960s. It follows the Pryor family as they navigate the social, political, and cultural changes of the time. The show explores themes of family, love, and the pursuit of the American dream.
In 1962, the small town of San Andrés is ruled by morality and good manners. The arrival of a new nun will change everything. Turn everything upside down.
The Flying Nun is a hilarious TV show from the 1960s about a novice nun, Sister Bertrille, who discovers she can fly due to her unusually tall and light frame. She uses her ability to help others and navigate the challenges of convent life. With its high-concept comedy, laugh track, and unique premise, this sitcom is a classic of its time.
It's a heartfelt window into the life of a child - much older inside than his 11 years - using comedy and self-deprecation to win friends and connect with the small collection of people in his limited world.
In 2002, teenager Christine 'Lady Bird' McPherson and her pushy mother Marion are driving back to their home in Sacramento, California after a tour of CA colleges. As Lady Bird is about to start her senior year of school, she is already thinking ahead of applying to schools away from California, particularly in New York. Lady Bird attends a Catholic school and is a long-time friend with Julie Steffans. Lady Bird and Julie try out for the school's production of 'Merrily We Roll Along'. Lady Bird develops a crush on a boy named Danny O'Neill, and the two of them start to date. Over Thanksgiving weekend, Lady Bird joins Julie, Danny, and another friend as they smoke weed for the first time. They eat leftovers and laugh when Marion sees them. Later on, the students put on their show. At an after-party, Lady Bird finds Danny kissing another boy in the bathroom stall. She later confronts him over it, and he breaks down crying because he can't bring himself to admit that he's gay to others. Lady Bird hugs him. After Christmas break and the start of the new year, Lady Bird starts to make friends with a popular rich girl named Jenna Walton. Lady Bird and Kyle later hook up at a party at Jenna's house. However, Lady Bird being friends with Jenna causes a strain on her friendship with Julie. Lady Bird hangs out at Kyle's house after she decides she is ready to have sex. They do so and he finishes quickly before he tells her that he was never a virgin as he had previously suggested to her. Lady Bird is angry at Kyle for lying, but he doesn't seem too concerned about it. Marion goes to pick her up, and Lady Bird starts crying. Marion then decides to take Lady Bird out. The two go to the mall to shop for prom dresses, and Lady Bird becomes upset when Marion criticizes the dresses she tries on. Lady Bird checks the mail for college letters. She is disappointed at being rejected for most colleges due to her average-to-poor grades, but she becomes excited when she is told she is on the waiting list for a New York college. Kyle picks Lady Bird up on prom night with Jenna and her boyfriend. They decide they want to ditch prom altogether and go somewhere else. Lady Bird tells Kyle to drop her off at Julie's house. When she gets there, Lady Bird and Julie make up and head to prom together. Julie also tells Lady Bird she may not see her for the summer because she's going to stay with her divorced father who lives far away. Lady Bird and her friends graduate. While at lunch with her family, Danny passes them and accidentally lets it slip that Lady Bird is on a waiting list for the NY school, despite her telling her family she was going to University of Davis to stay close to home. Marion gets very upset and stops talking to Lady Bird for the summer, even as she tries to explain herself. Come September, Lady Bird bids her family and friends farewell. Her parents take her to the airport, and Marion is still not talking to her. At college in New York, Lady Bird goes to a party where she gets very drunk. She meets a guy and introduces herself as Christine. They start to hook up but Lady Bird pukes and winds up in the hospital from alcohol poisoning. Lady Bird wakes up and leaves the hospital. She walks back toward her dorm through the city and then stops to call home. It goes straight to voicemail, so she leaves a message for Marion saying she should have told her more how much she loves her.
In Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, a woman named Deloris Van Cartier is asked to return to her former convent school to help with teaching a rebellious group of students. The students are a mix of different backgrounds and talents, and Deloris must find a way to connect with them and inspire them to come together as a choir. Along the way, she faces challenges such as dealing with the strict Mother Superior and navigating the differences between the school and the urban neighborhood. With the help of music and teamwork, Deloris and the students come together to compete in a singing competition and prove that they are more than what society expects of them.
Sister Ann, the first female exorcist, enrolls in an exorcism school to combat the global rise in demonic possessions. She teams up with Father Dante to save a young girl possessed by a demon that haunted her mother. As they battle evil, Ann realizes she is in the Devil's grasp.
Just the Ten of Us is a sitcom set in the 1980s that follows the lives of a large Catholic family. The father is a coach and the mother is a nun turned housewife. The show revolves around the everyday experiences and challenges faced by the family members, including their interactions with each other, their school lives, and their Catholic faith.
Superman IV: The Quest for Peace follows the story of Superman as he tries to rid the world of nuclear weapons and bring peace. However, his efforts are hampered by Lex Luthor and a dangerous nuclear missile. Can Superman save the world once again?
Narcisa, a novice nun with supernatural powers, joins a school for girls in post-war Spain. As she teaches, she encounters strange and disturbing events that lead her to uncover the dark secrets and haunting presence of the convent.
Brides of Christ is a dramatic miniseries that takes place in a Catholic school in Australia during the 1960s. The story follows the lives of several characters, including a young girl exploring her faith, a novice nun struggling with her vocation, and a priest facing inner conflicts. As they navigate the challenges of the strict Catholic Church, topics such as abortion, divorce, and premarital sex are addressed. The series delves into the complex relationships between the characters and explores themes of love, faith, and the changing social landscape of the time.
Alice, a Catholic teenage girl, attends a weekend retreat where she is confronted with her own sexual desire and curiosity. As she navigates the world of AOL chat rooms and cyber sex, she struggles with her religious beliefs and the expectations placed on her as a young woman. Through a series of humorous and heartfelt encounters, Alice embarks on a journey of self-discovery and sexual awakening.
Rudy, a young man with dyslexia, dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, he never gives up on his dream. With determination and hard work, Rudy overcomes his obstacles and earns a spot on the Notre Dame football team.