"I thought I might be using a lifetime's happiness in a moment. I was that happy and she was that beautiful." A young boy stands on the red earth of Australia under its blue sky. It is 17-year-old Sakutaro Matsumoto. His time with the girl comes back to him. The colored sand runs through his hands and a tear appears on his cheek. He wakes up. It's 2004 and he is 34 years old and in Japan. He thinks "I have been in a world without her for 17 years." Returning home to see his old high school for the last time before it is demolished, Saku confronts anew the loss of the love of his life, Aki, to leukemia 17 years ago. Now a medical researcher at graduate school, he has been living as if half of him died with her since then.
Chasing Life follows the story of a young journalist, April, who is diagnosed with leukemia. She must navigate her relationships and the challenges of treatment while trying to maintain normalcy in her life. The show explores themes of struggle, friendship, and the impact of illness on family dynamics.
Doogie Howser, M.D. follows the life of a teenage prodigy named Doogie Howser who works as a doctor while also trying to navigate the challenges of being a teenager. He deals with medical cases, friendships, romantic relationships, and family dynamics. Doogie faces the pressures of balancing his exceptional intelligence with the normal ups and downs of adolescence.
The perfect and happy lives of Johnny and Jenny turn topsy-turvy when an accident leads their family to discover an incident from the past. The family learns there was a case of baby switching in the hospital the day Jenny was born. They discover that Robert and Katherine's real daughter is Shirley (Nadine Samonte), the poor, mean and resentful classmate of Jenny.
A journey into the heart of a 13-year-old girl diagnosed with leukemia. Far from being overwhelmed, she discovers rather an impressive force of character that helps her fight her illness.
Family Ties is a TV show set in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, revolving around the lives of a family dealing with love, infidelity, and secret relationships. The story explores the complexities of forbidden love, jealousy, and the struggles of various family relationships. It also delves into themes of death, marriage, and the challenges faced by star-crossed lovers.
My Sister's Keeper follows the story of a young girl named Kate who has leukemia. Her parents decide to conceive another child, Anna, through in vitro fertilization to serve as a compatible donor for Kate. As Anna grows older, she begins to question her role as a donor and decides to take legal action to gain medical emancipation from her parents. The film explores themes of family, sacrifice, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding medical decisions.
When a 10-year-old girl with a rare incurable disease miraculously recovers after a near-death experience, her family and community are inspired by the power of faith and the extraordinary miracles that unfold.
Jim Carroll, a teenager aspiring to become a basketball star, spirals into the harrowing depths of drug addiction, jeopardizing his future.
When a wealthy man dies, he leaves his grandson a series of tasks to complete in order to receive his inheritance. Along the way, the young man learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the true meaning of wealth.
When a Hong Kong police officer is captured and imprisoned in Thailand, his undercover counterpart must infiltrate the prison to rescue him. They must navigate dangerous gang rivalries and a deadly organ trade operation to save their own lives and bring justice.
Rudy Baylor, a young lawyer, takes on a major insurance company in a legal thriller. He uncovers corruption and fights for justice in a high-stakes courtroom drama. Along the way, Rudy faces personal challenges and discovers the power of friendship and determination.
Sweet November follows the story of a man named Nelson Moss who leads a hectic and self-centered life in San Francisco. However, everything changes when he meets Sara Deever, a free-spirited woman who offers him the chance to spend the month of November with her. As they spend time together, Nelson learns the true meaning of love and selflessness, but soon discovers Sara's tragic secret which will test their relationship.
Diagnosed with leukemia, a successful orchestra conductor learns that he is adopted, and his younger brother is in a village marching band. The conductor decides to help them win a regional contest.
Fiona Maye, a high court judge in London, is faced with a moral dilemma when she presides over a case involving a Jehovah's Witness teenage boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion due to his religious beliefs. As Fiona delves deeper into the case, she must confront her own personal and professional struggles, including her failing marriage and her own desire for a child. With the backdrop of a high-stakes legal drama, Fiona must make a decision that will have far-reaching consequences.
Autumn in My Heart (2000) is a tearjerker melodrama that tells the story of two individuals who were switched at birth and grow up in different families. They fall in love but face numerous obstacles, including terminal diseases, tragic love, and societal constraints. The series explores themes of unrequited love, rags-to-riches stories, and the impact of family relationships. With a time-skip and the death of a major character, the story takes a dramatic turn, testing the characters' strength and resilience. This Korean drama, also known as KDrama, provides a captivating narrative with deep character development and a touching romance.
Fireworks is a crime drama movie set in Tokyo, Japan. It follows a retired detective who is diagnosed with terminal cancer and sets out to avenge the death of his daughter. The story explores themes of grief, cynicism, and loneliness as the detective gets involved in illegal activities and takes on the yakuza. Along the way, he forms unexpected friendships and confronts his own mortality.
Cool Kids Don't Cry is a touching movie about a brave teenage girl named Akkie who is diagnosed with leukemia. Despite her illness, she doesn't let it define her and continues to fight, both on the soccer field and in her personal life. Along the way, she discovers the power of friendship and experiences her first love. This heartwarming film explores themes of courage, resilience, and teenage romance.
When renowned comedian George Simmons discovers he has a terminal illness, he takes aspiring stand-up comedian Ira Wright under his wing. As they navigate the comedy world together, George forms a genuine friendship and finds new meaning in life.
Love Story is a tragic romance about a wealthy Harvard student and a working-class girl who fall in love and face numerous challenges, including class differences and a terminal illness.