Strawberries with Sugar is a Portuguese TV show that revolves around the lives of teenagers in a high school. The plot explores themes of friendship, romance, and coming-of-age, with a focus on the struggles and challenges faced by the characters. The show also incorporates musical elements with a high school band playing a central role. It delves into topics such as prejudice, immaturity, and troubled youth, while also highlighting the importance of family relationships.
K-ON! tells the story of Yui Hirasawa, a ditzy and airheaded high school girl who joins the Light Music Club at her all-girls school. Alongside her classmates Ritsu, Mio, and Tsumugi, they form a band called 'After School Tea Time' and together they navigate the challenges of teenage life, friendship, and pursuing their passion for music.
Angel Beats! is set in the afterlife and follows the story of Otonashi, a high school boy who lost his memories. Upon awakening, he finds himself in a strange school-like setting, where he meets a girl named Yuri who invites him to join the Afterlife Battlefront, a group of rebels fighting against an angel named Tenshi. As Otonashi learns more about the afterlife and the reasons behind his presence there, he becomes entangled in a bittersweet story of friendship, tragedy, and self-discovery.
My So-Called Life is a cult-favorite teen drama set in the 1990s. It follows the life of Angela Chase, a high school student who grapples with friendship, first love, family relationships, and social issues. The show explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and teenage angst.
2gether: The Series is a TV show that tells the story of Tine, a college student who is forced by a girl to pretend to be her boyfriend. Tine meets Sarawat, a handsome and talented musician, and they eventually develop feelings for each other. Along the way, they face challenges and obstacles in their relationship, but their love for music and each other helps them overcome them.
When a beloved varsity quarterback disappears during the "Satanic Panic" of the late 1980s, a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts realize they can capitalize on the town's sudden interest in the occult by building a reputation as a Satanic metal band, until a bizarre series of murders, kidnappings, and reported "supernatural activity" triggers a leather-studded witch hunt that leads directly back to them.
The Dish is a heartwarming film about the teamwork and determination of a group of Australian scientists and engineers who faced multiple challenges to successfully transmit the historic moonwalk of Apollo 11 to a global audience.
Two friends, Hunter and Kevin, join forces to create a heavy metal band named Skullfucker. With the help of a talented cellist, Emily, they strive to win a prestigious Battle of the Bands competition. Along the way, they face obstacles such as finding a bassist, navigating romantic relationships, and dealing with personal demons. Despite not winning the competition, they emerge as the moral victors and continue their musical journey with renewed passion and unity.
Sierra Burgess, a high school student with low self-esteem, gets caught up in a case of mistaken identity when the most popular boy in school asks her for her number. With the help of a popular girl, Veronica, Sierra attempts to win over her crush through text messages and phone calls, pretending to be someone else. As she navigates the complexities of keeping up appearances and dealing with her insecurities, Sierra discovers the importance of self-acceptance and true friendship.
Swing Girls is a comedy-drama film about a group of high school girls who, after accidentally destroying their school's music club, decide to form a band in order to save it. Despite lacking any musical talent or experience, they persevere through various challenges and learn valuable life lessons along the way. With their unwavering determination and passion, the girls embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship.
K-On! The Movie follows the high school band, known as Ho-kago Tea Time, as they embark on a journey to London for their graduation trip. Along the way, they encounter new friends, face challenges, and discover the true power of their music.
College is a hilarious comedy that follows a high school senior as he navigates the challenges of college life, from fraternity parties and romance to friendship and humiliation. Join the fun as he discovers the true meaning of friendship and learns valuable life lessons along the way.
True Stories is a cult-favorite absurd comedy that takes place in a small Texas town. The film follows various quirky characters and their intertwining stories, including a computer technician, a pathological liar, a high school band, and an extraterrestrial intelligence. The town is buzzing with excitement as they prepare for a talent show, a fashion show, and a parade. With its candy-colored visuals and gentle humor, True Stories is a whimsical exploration of small-town life and modernity.
Cutter's Way follows Richard Bone, a gigolo who becomes entangled in a murder conspiracy after witnessing a crime. Together with his friend Alex Cutter, a Vietnam War veteran with a prosthetic arm and an eye patch, they embark on a mission to expose the truth and seek revenge. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of deceit, leading to a bittersweet ending.
As a child, Ono Tsubasa saw a Shirato baseball game on TV and was amazed at the Trumpet player in the band playing. Now, in order to play the Trumpet, she enters Shirato High School. There, she meets Yamada Daisuke, a catcher for the baseball team. With each others support, they go towards their dream of playing at Koushien.
In 'Strike Up the Band,' a band leader and his friends from a high school band enter a radio contest and face various obstacles, including romantic rivalries. Set in Illinois, USA, the story follows their journey as they navigate through the challenges and strive to win the competition.
Surf II: The End of the Trilogy is a comedy film set in Southern California, where a group of friends encounters mutant surfers created by a mad scientist. The film follows their hilarious and outrageous adventures as they navigate the world of surfing, high school, and strange science experiments. It's a wacky and fun-filled ride that combines black humor, sex comedy, and surf culture.
Four Friends tells the story of a group of adolescents navigating the complexities of high school, love, and identity in 1960s America. With themes of friendship, racism, and family, this heartwarming comedy-drama captures the essence of the era and the challenges of growing up.
The Year That Trembled is a coming-of-age story set in 1970 in the shadow of Kent State that focuses on a group of young people facing the Vietnam Draft Lottery.
A young classical musician becomes the conductor a high-school all-girl jive band to entertain the troops.