Zatoichi, a blind masseur and master swordsman, wanders into a town run by sinister gangs. He becomes involved in a conflict between rival yakuza groups and seeks revenge for the murder of innocent villagers. With his exceptional sword skills and heightened senses, Zatoichi fights to bring justice to the troubled town.
A woman with agoraphobia is trapped in her home and becomes the target of a group of intruders. As they attempt to rob her, she must overcome her fears and fight for her life.
A traumatized man with an emotionally abusive mother becomes a sadistic serial killer who uses a flamethrower to murder his victims. His childhood trauma and loss of control lead him down a path of vengeance.
Radiance is a drama and romance movie about a visually impaired photographer who forms a bond with his caretaker. The movie explores themes of photography, memories, and the power of human connection. It features scenes of life in a bustling city, including zebra crossings, buses, and traffic lights. The story also delves into the challenges faced by visually impaired individuals and the importance of feedback and communication. Throughout the movie, the characters navigate their relationships while surrounded by elements such as cacti, coffee, and ringing telephones. Radiance is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and the beauty of the world captured through the lens of a camera.
Violence at Noon is a 1966 Japanese film directed by Nagisa Oshima. The movie follows the story of a teacher who becomes a rapist and murderer, and the result is a disturbing and thought-provoking exploration of the nature of violence.
Valentin is a young boy living with his grandmother in Buenos Aires. Despite his crossed eyes and illness, he dreams of becoming an astronaut. He spends his days writing stories and talking to the dead. One day, Valentin meets a Russian pianist who becomes his friend and mentor. Together, they navigate the challenges of life, including prejudice, abusive fathers, and old age. Valentin's dream of becoming an astronaut takes him on a journey that will change his life forever.
Maria and Mirabella find themselves in a surreal forest filled with talking animals and magical creatures after falling asleep. They embark on a whimsical journey to find a way back home.
When the Day Breaks is an animated short film that follows the events of a day in the life of various anthropomorphic animals, including a pig, a rooster, and a cat. The film explores themes of connection, loneliness, and the fragility of life. As the day unfolds, the characters interact with each other and face unexpected challenges and accidents. Through a series of vignettes, the film presents a slice of life narrative that evokes both humor and poignancy. Without any dialogue, the film relies on visual storytelling and a jazz-influenced soundtrack to convey the emotions and experiences of its characters.
In the Alps, Tom gets knocked out chasing Jerry, and is revived, revitalized and intoxicated by a St. Bernard with a keg of brandy. After several such episodes, Tom escapes with Jerry to a tropical island, where he is hit with a coconut. Not to worry- the St. Bernard appears and renders his special brand of first aid.
Junior, a little boy, befriends Karlson, a mischievous man with superpowers, and together they go on thrilling adventures filled with laughter and joy.
A father and son struggle to survive in the harsh Yukon wilderness, facing comedic misadventures, blizzards, and drunkards.
Osaka Elegy is a 1936 movie set in Osaka, Japan, during a time of economic hardship. It follows the story of a young woman named Ayako who is trapped in a difficult situation due to her family's financial troubles. Ayako desperately needs money and is forced to make difficult choices. The movie explores themes of poverty, seduction, and the sacrifices individuals are willing to make in order to survive.
Blood Beat is a horror movie set in a rural Wisconsin town during the Christmas season. A supernatural serial killer with psychic powers stalks the town, targeting its residents. The story revolves around a female artist who discovers a psychic link with the killer and must find a way to stop him before more people are killed. The movie combines elements of slasher horror, supernatural powers, and holiday-themed horror.
Free-thinking student tries to put up with life at a straight-laced college in 1958.
After failing her university entrance exam, Sakuko is invited by her aunt Mikie to spend summer vacation in a beautiful seaside town. Sakuko gets to know the people of the town, including Takashi, a shy relative of her childhood friend.
In 'Mouse for Sale,' Tom the cat tries to catch Jerry the mouse after Jerry finds a classified ad for a pet mouse. Tom chases Jerry all around the house, causing chaos and destruction. Jerry manages to outsmart Tom using clever hiding spots and comedic tactics. In the end, Tom realizes that Jerry is more trouble than he's worth, and the two become unlikely friends.
A documentary filmmaker and his crew find themselves on a remote coastal island, where they encounter mythical creatures and have to fight for their survival.
Tsukasa got into a severe car accident when she was a high school student. She still suffers from the effects of that accident, with memory impairment and needing to use a wheelchair. Tsukasa falls in love with taxi driver Masaki. Even though they have difficulties, they try to make a happy family together, but they encounter another serious situation.
Loosely based on a '50's movie of the same name, it tells the story of two young orphan boys who travel by themselves from the Old country to join their father's family in Canada. There they encounter their stern disciplinarian grandfather who has alienated himself from some of his neighbors. There is particularly no love lost between the grandfather and his Dutch neighbors, who he generalizes as being responsible for his son's death in the Boor War. A side product of this animosity is that it is keeping apart the boy's aunt and her Dutch doctor suitor. The two boys change everything though when they find a young baby on the beach...
The early 1960s: In preparation for his Bar Mitzvah, a Jewish boy, Max Glick (Noam Zylberman) from a small Manitoba community with an overbearing family tries to navigate his coming-of-age with his family's condescension and bigotry using his sarcastic, Jewish humour. The town's rabbi dies, and a sub-plot develops in which Max's father (Aaron Schwartz) and grandfather (Jan Rubes)-both synagogue leaders-are saddled with a traditional Hassidic rabbi who sticks out like a sore thumb among the otherwise assimilated Jewish community. To make matters more difficult, Max likes a Catholic girl (14 year old Fairuza Baulk in just her third film), whom he later competes with in a piano competition. The quirky, fun-loving rabbi tries to help him with his problems, yet harbours a secret ambition of his own. Filmed in Winnipeg and rural Beausejour, Manitoba, Canada.