Hetalia is a satirical anime series that personifies countries as characters, humorously portraying historical events and relationships between nations. The show highlights various allegories and political alliances, often using a comedic approach. It includes themes such as friendship, family relationships, and international relations. The series provides a lighthearted and entertaining take on world history.
Join Stanley Tucci on a captivating journey through Italy as he delves into its diverse regions, uncovering the secrets of its culture and cuisine.
On the Italian Riviera, a young sea monster named Luca befriends Alberto, a sea monster disguised as a human. They embark on an adventure, while trying to keep their true identities a secret from Luca's parents. When their secret is revealed, they enter a triathlon to win money for a Vespa. Throughout their journey, they learn valuable lessons about friendship and acceptance. In the end, Luca chooses to attend school with his friend Giulia, and they bid farewell to their loved ones as they embark on a new chapter in their lives.
This drama follows the staff of an Italian restaurant and their everyday struggles. “Roccabianca” is a famous and popular Italian restaurant, but their head chef and owner Tatsumi suddenly collapses and the restaurant loses its unique flavor. The number of customers rapidly declines, but the owner’s daughter and deputy manager Saori happens to find another chef named Ezaki through an online job market who learned cooking at the same place her father did. Ezaki becomes the new head chef of this restaurant and while nobody can deny that he is a gifted chef, it’s his extreme rationalism that doesn’t exactly go well with the restaurants attempt to save its traditional flavor.
In a world where there seems to be little agreement on anything, there is one great unifier… the universal love of pizza. This reality brings together pizza obsessed competitors from all walks of life to showcase their pizza slinging skills and battle it out for a cash prize. Fire up the oven, the first ever pizza competition is on!
Defending Your Life is a comedy-drama film set in the afterlife. The story follows a man named Daniel Miller who dies in a car accident and finds himself in a purgatory-like realm called Judgment City. In order to move on to the next phase of existence, Daniel must defend his actions in a courtroom where his entire life is put on trial. Throughout the trial, he is supported by a defense attorney and must confront his fears and insecurities. Along the way, he also forms a romantic connection with another resident of Judgment City. The film explores themes of self-reflection, personal growth, and the fear of death.
After becoming quadriplegic due to a tragic accident, a man seeks revenge on his friends and doctors using a trained monkey full of rage and intelligence.
In the 1950s, a young Italian boy named Alberto forms an unlikely friendship with a sea creature that can transform into a human. Together, they embark on an adventure to repair a boat and deliver a letter to Alberto's pen pal. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of friendship and family.
The movie follows a young medical student who must confront his conservative family's expectations while dealing with his own secret life as a gay man. He faces challenges such as a heart attack, coming out, and homophobia, all while trying to balance his studies and an unexpected family business. Set in the beautiful backdrop of Apulia in southern Italy, the film explores themes of family values, acceptance, and self-discovery.
Two brothers who own a failing Italian restaurant in New Jersey host a big night dinner to save their business. Along the way, they experience sibling rivalry, adultery, and pursuit of the American dream.
Heavy Traffic, released in 1973, is a provocative animated film that explores the gritty, surreal and dark aspects of life in a crime-ridden city. The story follows a young man named Michael who navigates through the treacherous streets while encountering a variety of eccentric and dangerous characters. From his dysfunctional family to encounters with mobsters, transvestites, and drug addicts, Michael’s journey becomes a reflection of the chaotic and often brutal urban life. The film uses animation techniques to create a visually striking and thought-provoking exploration of themes like sexuality, race, and violence.
The Family is a drama/romance movie that tells the story of a family's history and a love triangle. It revolves around the themes of love, politics, and family relationships. Set in Italy, the movie showcases the relationship dynamics within the family, including the role played by multiple actors in portraying different generations. The plot takes place in a single set production, highlighting the significance of family history and the impact it has on the characters. The movie explores themes of fascism, spinsterhood, and the power of voice-over narration. It also touches upon the themes of death and the impact it has on family dynamics.
In 1950s Italy, a poor man and his daughter try to deceive the wealthy aristocrats by pretending to be nobility. Their plan leads to a hilarious comedy of errors filled with mistaken identities and outrageous situations.
Big Deal on Madonna Street is a lighthearted crime drama about a group of small-time crooks who plan an attempted burglary. The film explores their various misadventures and the challenges they face as they try to carry out the heist. Filled with humor and social commentary, Big Deal on Madonna Street combines elements of neorealism with satirical parody.
When a college student moves into a house, she uncovers a family secret involving her twin sisters and a pentagram symbol. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she is haunted by the death of her brother and experiences horrifying encounters, including gaslighting and a throat slit. With the help of a therapist and a psychologist, she must confront her fears and uncover the truth about her family.
Macaroni is a comedy-drama film set in Naples, Italy. It follows a World War Two veteran who reunites with his old girlfriend and gets involved in a complicated situation. The film explores themes of love, debt, music, and the complexities of relationships. As the story unfolds, the protagonist finds himself torn between his past and his present, navigating through the vibrant and chaotic city of Naples. With its humor and emotional depth, Macaroni offers a heartwarming and insightful portrayal of human connections.
In the year 2084, after an alien invasion, a young fixer named Milly returns from the future to the year 2002 to prevent the destruction of humanity. She teams up with an underground punk named Miyamoto and they face off against the yakuza and a powerful hitman while trying to save the world.
Uomo d'acqua dolce is a 1997 Italian comedy film about a man who loses his memory and falls in love. The film follows his journey as he tries to regain his memories and navigate his new relationship.
A night bus ride turns into a chaotic adventure when the passengers become entangled in a web of secrets, murders, and unexpected events.