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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019)

8.6
TV_MA

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered and his sister Nezuko is transformed into a demon. Tanjiro seeks to avenge his family and find a way to turn his sister back into a human. Along the way, he encounters powerful demons, formidable allies, and learns about the supernatural world of demon slaying.

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Berserk
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Berserk (1998)

8.7
TV_MA
Independence Day
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Independence Day(1996)

7
tomato68%
PG_13
145Minutes

Aliens invade Earth and deploy destructive ships in major cities. Mankind fights back with the help of a satellite technician, a fighter pilot, and a scientist. They discover that the aliens are using Earth's technology against them. The survivors launch a counterattack but fail to penetrate the aliens' force field. However, they manage to capture an alien and take it to Area 51. The president learns about the aliens' plan to destroy Earth and orders a nuclear attack. The survivors come up with a plan to disable the aliens' shields and destroy the mothership. They successfully execute the plan and defeat the aliens, saving the world.

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Cast Away
Movie

Cast Away(2000)

7.8
tomato88%
PG_13
143Minutes

Chuck Noland, a FedEx executive, faces a life-altering experience when his plane crashes, leaving him stranded on a deserted island. As he navigates the challenges of survival, Chuck undergoes a deep transformation both physically and emotionally. After years of isolation and relying on his own resourcefulness, he is eventually rescued. However, upon returning to civilization, he is confronted with the realities of the life he left behind. Chuck's journey explores themes of resilience, loneliness, and the quest for purpose.

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Aftersun
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Aftersun(2022)

7.6
tomato95%
R
101Minutes
Work in Progress
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Work in Progress (2021)

7.4
TV_MA

Work in Progress is a TV show that follows the life of Abby, a self-identified fat, queer dyke from Chicago. As she navigates through her midlife crisis, she finds herself in therapy and embarks on a relationship with a much younger transgender man. With humor, honesty, and vulnerability, Abby confronts her insecurities and works towards personal growth.

Gravity
Movie

Gravity(2013)

7.7
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PG_13
91Minutes

After an accident leaves them stranded in space, two astronauts must work together to survive. With limited oxygen and time running out, they navigate through a debris field, make their way to the International Space Station, and attempt to reach a Chinese space station to find a way back to Earth. As they face various obstacles and near-death experiences, they must rely on their determination and resourcefulness to stay alive.

Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School
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Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School (2017)

6.7
TV_14

Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School is a TV show that serves as the final chapter of the Danganronpa story. It unravels the mysteries surrounding the twisted events at Hope's Peak High School, where ultimate talents clash in a deadly game of despair and survival. As tensions rise and shocking truths are revealed, the fate of the characters hangs in the balance.

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Seven Samurai
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Seven Samurai(1954)

8.6
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NR
207Minutes

Farmers from a village exploited by bandits hire a veteran samurai for protection, who gathers six other samurai to join him. A gang of marauding bandits approaches a mountain village. The despairing villagers are divided about whether to surrender their harvest or fight back against the bandits. They decide to hire samurai to help defend the village. Kambei, a veteran samurai, recruits six other samurai and they prepare the village for the upcoming attack. As the battle commences, the samurai and villagers fight together to repel the bandits. Many sacrifices are made, but ultimately the bandits are defeated and the village is saved.

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127 Hours
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127 Hours(2010)

7.5
tomato93%
R
94Minutes
Little Meg the Witch Girl
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Little Meg the Witch Girl (1975)

6.9

Majokko Megu-chan is a magical girl anime series. The manga was created by Tomo Inoue and Akio Narita, while the 72-episode anime series was produced by Toei Animation between 1974 and 1975. This series is considered an important forerunner of the present day magical girl genre, as the series' characterization and general structure exerted considerable influence over future shows in the same genre. Most notably, several of the show's recurring motifs were recycled in Toei's Sailor Moon, AIC's Pretty Sammy, and Wedding Peach.

La Cocina
Movie

La Cocina(2024)

7.1
tomato75%
R
139Minutes

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that explore the theme of despair. These gripping stories delve into the depths of human emotions, portraying characters grappling with hopelessness, sorrow, and the darkness within. Experience cinematic journeys that capture the raw essence of despair and offer poignant reflections on the human condition.

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