Willy Wonka, a young and poor chocolatier, dreams of opening a chocolate shop in a city known for its chocolate. However, he discovers that the industry is controlled by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers. With the help of his friends, Willy embarks on a journey to defy the cartel and fulfill his dream.
Forrest Gump, with an IQ of 75, narrates his life story from the 1950s to the '70s. Raised in Alabama, he meets Jenny and they have parallel lives. Forrest excels in running, goes to college, enlists in the army, becomes a war hero, learns ping-pong, reunites with Jenny, starts a shrimping business, becomes a wealthy man, and eventually marries Jenny. They have a son and live a happy life until Jenny's death.
Charlie Bucket, a poor boy, wins a tour through Willy Wonka's chocolate factory with four other children. Each child's flaw leads to comical and unpleasant consequences. Charlie is the last one standing and is offered a chance to inherit the factory, but he chooses his family over the opportunity. Eventually, Charlie helps Wonka reconcile with his estranged father, and they become business partners.
In 1980s Hong Kong, troubled youth Chan Lok-kwun, a mainland refugee, struggles to survive in the Kowloon Walled City by joining underground fights. Betrayed by crime boss Mr. Big while trying to buy a fake ID, he steals drugs from him and seeks refuge in the Walled City, where he encounters Cyclone, a compassionate yet authoritative crime lord.
78-year-old Carl Fredricksen travels to Paradise Falls in his house equipped with balloons, inadvertently taking a young stowaway. Young Carl Fredricksen, a quiet bespectacled boy, watches a film reel in a theater depicting his hero Charles Muntz, a famous explorer. Carl runs down the street with his balloon and passes an old, rundown house. He goes inside and meets a young, outgoing tomboy named Ellie. They eventually get married and plan to travel to Paradise Falls, but Ellie's declining health prevents them. After Ellie's death, Carl remains in his home, a retired and sour recluse. When he is forced to move to a retirement home, he attaches balloons to his house and flies away to South America. He is accompanied by Russell, a young wilderness explorer scout. They land near Paradise Falls and encounter a giant bird named Kevin, and a talking dog named Dug. They also encounter Charles Muntz, who has been hunting the bird. In the end, Carl and Russell save Kevin and defeat Muntz. Carl realizes the importance of adventure and fulfills his promise to Ellie by placing their house on the cliff overlooking Paradise Falls.
After graduating from high school, Sota Koyurugi studies bakery at an institute. In high school, he fell in love with beautiful Saeko. Because of Sota's effort, he is able to have a romantic relationship with Saeko right before Christmas. Saeko though tells Sota that she will be unable to meet him on Valentine's Day, but can meet him on the day before Valentine's Day. On that day, Sota gives Saeko chocolate that he made, but she doesn't accept his gift. Saeko tells him that she didn't think they were dating. Sota is heartbroken, but he doesn't give up hope. To make Saeko love him, he travels to France with little money and studies chocolate there. This is because Saeko loves chocolate. 5 years later, Sota becomes a first-class Chocolatier. Now back in Japan, Sota opens his very own store.
In 1920s Los Angeles, a young girl named Alexandria befriends Roy, a bedridden patient in a hospital, who tells her a captivating story set on a desert island. The story involves a group of prisoners seeking revenge on Governor Odious. As the story unfolds, Alexandria becomes immersed in the tale, but the line between fiction and reality begins to blur. Through the power of storytelling, both Roy and Alexandria find solace and hope in the face of their own personal struggles.
Chocolate is now illegal. The story takes place in present day, the Good for You Party has won the election and announced the amazing Chocolate Prohibition law. They prohibit all sweet things, including chocolates, because they are harmful to ones health. Two boys, Huntley and Smudger, stand up to fight against the law. With help from Louise and other friends, they begin to bootleg chocolate.
Charlie Bucket, a poor but hopeful boy, discovers a golden ticket that grants him a tour of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory. Along with four other children, Charlie experiences the wonders and temptations of the factory. Despite facing challenges and moral dilemmas, Charlie proves himself worthy and ultimately becomes the heir to the factory.
Mary, a lonely eight-year-old girl from Melbourne, becomes pen pals with Max, a severely obese man from New York. Together, they navigate their respective challenges, find solace in their friendship, and learn valuable life lessons.
The Vicar of Dibley is a sitcom comedy set in a small community in the English countryside. It follows the life of an eccentric and unorthodox woman priest as she navigates the challenges of her role and interacts with the colorful characters in the village. With its double entendre humor and ensemble cast, the show provides a humorous and lighthearted take on religion, community, and rural life.
After the Rain: Wish in a Pocket, the live-action spin-off web miniseries based on the live-action film of Jun Mayuzuki's After the Rain manga, on Wednesday. The new miniseries focuses on the relationship between the characters Takashi Yoshizawa and Yui Nishida, who are supporting characters in the original story. The series maintains the same cast as the film. Hiroki Kazama is directing the series.
Boog, a domesticated 900lb. Grizzly bear, finds himself stranded in the woods 3 days before Open Season. Forced to rely on Elliot, a fast-talking mule deer, the two form an unlikely friendship and must quickly rally other forest animals if they are to form a rag-tag army against the hunters.
Chocolate com Pimenta is a heartwarming Brazilian soap opera that tells the story of Ana Francisca, a young woman who returns to her small town and becomes involved in the local chocolate factory. She faces challenges such as crossdressing, revenge, love, and bullying. The show explores themes of family, romance, and comedy, creating an entertaining and captivating storyline.
Scott Calvin, also known as Santa Claus, has to find a wife before Christmas or he will stop being Santa Claus. Along the way, he deals with a clone of himself, a teenage son who is on the naughty list, and a love interest who is a teacher at his son's school. With the help of his loyal elves, Scott races against time to save Christmas and find love.
The story follows Antonio Salieri, a devout composer who becomes consumed by jealousy for the musical genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Salieri recounts his relationship with Mozart, his struggles with God, and his plot to gain ultimate victory over Mozart and God. As Salieri's plan unfolds, Mozart's life spirals into financial ruin and poor health, ultimately leading to his untimely death. Salieri concludes his confession by accepting his role as the 'patron saint of mediocrity.'
A spoof on previous years' epic movies, TV series, and music videos, Epic Movie follows four orphans who embark on an epic adventure after receiving golden tickets. The tickets lead them to the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory, where they discover the dark secret behind the chocolate's ingredients. Along the way, they encounter parodies of famous films, celebrities, and iconic characters as they try to escape the clutches of the evil Willy Wonka. With humor and satire, Epic Movie takes audiences on a wild and hilarious journey through the world of cinema.
A 15-year-old student skips class and spends his days in a beautiful garden, where he meets a woman in her 20s. They bond over their love for rainy weather and begin to share their dreams and fears with each other. As their relationship deepens, they both learn valuable lessons about love, loss, and personal growth.
Centigrade is a gripping drama-thriller based on a true story. After their car gets stranded in a blizzard, a couple finds themselves trapped in freezing temperatures. With no reception and limited supplies, they struggle to survive and face the challenges of hypothermia, dehydration, and exhaustion. As they battle the elements and confront their own fears, tensions rise and their relationship is put to the test. Will they make it out alive?