The Hitchhiker is a suspenseful anthology series that follows various individuals who find themselves in dangerous situations while hitchhiking. Each episode explores themes of morality, violence, revenge, and obsession, often culminating in a surprising ending. The series is known for its chilling opening and closing narrations, as well as its unique storytelling style.
In a magical world full of technological advances, elven brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot set out on an adventure to resurrect their late father for a day. In a world inhabited by mythic creatures, magic was commonplace several millennia ago, though difficult to master. After technological advances over the centuries, magic became obsolete and was largely discarded. In the modern day, two elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot, live in the city of New Mushroomton. Ian, the younger, is a high-school student struggling with self-confidence, and Barley, the older, is an enthusiastic and impulsive history and role-playing game fanatic. Their father Wilden died of a severe illness shortly before Ian was born, and their mother Laurel has a new boyfriend, centaur police officer Colt Bronco, whom Ian and Barley dislike. On Ian's sixteenth birthday, Laurel gives her sons a gift from Wilden: a magical staff, a rare Phoenix gem, and a letter describing a 'visitation spell' that can resurrect their father for a single day. Ian accidentally succeeds in casting the spell, but only the lower half of Wilden's body is reformed before the gem disintegrates. The brothers embark on a quest to acquire another gem and complete the spell, taking Barley's beloved van 'Guinevere'. Finding the boys gone, Laurel leaves to look for them. Ian and Barley visit the Manticore's Tavern, named for a monster possessing a map to the gem. The tavern has become a family restaurant managed by the Manticore ('Corey' for short). While arguing with Ian over the map, Corey realizes how boring her life has become and drives the customers away in a fit of insanity, accidentally setting fire to the restaurant and the map. The brothers' only clue to the gem is a children's menu suggesting 'Raven's Point', a nearby mountain. Laurel later arrives at the scene and befriends Corey, who agrees to help her. Corey warns Laurel that the brothers' journey may awaken a curse that can only be defeated by her sword, which she and Laurel steal from a pawn shop. Traveling to the mountains, Ian and Barley narrowly escape the police and a motorcycle gang of pixies,[7] relying on Ian's newly awakened spell-casting abilities and Barley's RPG instincts. 'Raven's Point' leads them on a trail indicated by a series of raven statues, but Colt follows them, calling in reinforcements. After coming to a dead end, Barley sacrifices Guinevere to cause a landslide, blocking their pursuers. Following the statues, the brothers descend through a cave and avoid a series of traps and deadly creatures, during which Barley reveals to Ian that he was unable to emotionally bring himself to say goodbye to Wilden when he was dying in the hospital. The final obstacle sends them back to the surface, where they find themselves in front of Ian's high school. Infuriated at Barley's advice, Ian lashes out at him for leading them on a wild goose chase and walks away with Wilden. Rereading his list of things he always wished to do with Wilden, Ian realizes that Barley has been a father figure throughout his entire life, and returns to make amends. Barley discovers the needed gem inside a historic fountain across the street from high school and retrieves it, unwittingly triggering the curse Corey spoke of, which creates a dragon-shaped golem out of pieces of the school and other nearby objects, bent on claiming the gem. Ian's staff is knocked into the ocean during a battle with the golem, but he reforms it from a splinter embedded in his hand and continues the fight. Corey flies in carrying Laurel, who plunges the magic sword into the golem's heart, buying Ian time to cast the visitation spell and fully reform Wilden's body. Ian sends Barley ahead to finally give his proper goodbye to Wilden, and holds off the golem long enough for Laurel to destroy it. After Wilden dissipates, Barley tells Ian that their father is proud of him, and the brothers share a hug. Some time later, Ian's confidence and spell-casting have improved and he surprises Barley by painting his new van, christened 'Guinevere The Second'. Corey reopens her tavern in its original spirit, drawing in customers with tales of past adventures. She and Laurel become friends, and Ian and Barley develop a better relationship with Colt, who was inspired to start galloping with his own feet. As the world begins to rediscover the magical arts of the past, the brothers set off on a new quest.
Nightmare Cafe is a supernatural anthology series that follows the adventures of characters who find themselves in a mysterious diner run by a demonic trickster and his human assistant. Each episode explores different themes and scenarios, often involving characters facing their fears, making tough choices, and finding redemption.
When a CBI officer investigates the disappearance of three college students in a rural village, he uncovers a dark secret involving corruption, violence, and a cover-up. As he delves deeper into the case, he faces obstacles and danger, leading to a gripping tale of revenge and justice.
The Unpicked Strawberries is a nostalgic and melancholic TV show set in post-war Belgrade, Yugoslavia. It follows the love life and circle of friends of the protagonist, told in flashback. The story includes elements of youth culture, communism, and the challenges of growing up in a divided society. The TV show explores themes such as family relationships and the longing for a better future.
Under the Skin is a dark and surreal drama film that follows a mysterious woman who seduces men in Scotland. As she carries out her deadly mission, her true nature is slowly revealed, leading to unexpected consequences.
Heat Vision and Jack follows the story of Jack Austin, a former astronaut who gains super intelligence after being exposed to the sun. He is accompanied by his talking motorcycle, Heat Vision, and together they go on a journey to uncover a government cover-up and take down a group of assassins. Along the way, they encounter aliens, face government agents, and discover the true nature of Jack's powers. This comedic parody explores themes of friendship, existential optimism, and the blurred lines between man and machine.
Madame Bertini, a newly widowed 70-year-old miser, has lived a sheltered life in squalour. She determines to venture into the modern world and have as much fun as possible, and in doing so finds that she loves it. She blows her life savings, much to the disapproval of the young people around her.
Eddie returns to his home town on the south coast of New South Wales. Having left for the city without explanation a few years previously, he tries to pick up the pieces of his life and fit back in to the lives of those he left, including his ex-girlfriend Tully and brother Pete.
A salesman from England is picked to select one girl in an Italian town who will become a bride for a native son.
A marshal goes up against a collection of vicious outlaws terrorizing his own.
Garm Hava (1974) tells the story of a Muslim family struggling to survive in post-colonial India, dealing with prejudice, persecution, and political unrest. The movie explores themes of love, family, and the impact of political corruption on ordinary people's lives.
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