Alexander, the King of Macedonia, rises to power after the assassination of his father. He seeks revenge on the Persians and conquers Western Asia and Egypt. Throughout his journey, he faces battles, builds relationships, and ultimately creates an empire. However, his dreams of conquering the East lead to his downfall, and he dies at a young age. The story is narrated by Ptolemy, who reveals that Alexander's death was possibly caused by poisoning.
A street urchin named Dastan is adopted by the king of Persia and years later leads an attack on a city. During the battle, he obtains a special dagger that can reverse time. Dastan is framed for his father's murder and must prove his innocence while protecting the dagger. Along with Princess Tamina, they uncover a plot by his uncle Nizam to use the dagger to become the most powerful ruler of Persia. They must stop Nizam from unleashing the magic sand and destroying the world.
11-year old Persia is an energetic, loyal and happy young girl who has grown up alongside the animals on the Serengeti plains of Africa. Twins Riki and Gaku Muroi and their grandfather, Gōken, bring Persia to Japan with them in Minato-machi, where she lives with a couple who own a grocery store. During an incident during the return flight to Japan, Persia finds herself in the "Lovely Dream", the land where dreams are born and grow. The Fairy Queen appears before Persia in the form of a butterfly, and explains that the Lovely Dream is in danger, requesting Persia's help. She gives Persia a magical golden headband with a star which reacts to the word "Papurikko". With it, Persia can conjure a magic baton which bridges her world and Lovely Dream, as well as transform into an older self by saying "Perukko Raburin Kurukuru Rinkuru". She is sent with three kappa back into the regular world with the mission of collecting love energy to thaw the frozen Lovely Dream.
Marco Polo is a grand historical drama that follows the adventures of the famous explorer and his journey through Ancient Asia. Set in the 13th century, the series showcases the power-play, rebellion, and friendship amidst the vast landscapes and cultures of the Orient.
In 13th century Anatolia, as the Mongol threat looms and internal turmoil rages, Rumi, a wise spiritual figure, emerges to assuage people's fears. His timeless words unite reason and compassion, inspiring change.
In 11th century Persia, a young Christian boy named Rob travels to Isfahan to study medicine under the renowned Persian physician, Ibn Sina. Despite facing many challenges, including religious persecution and the outbreak of the Black Death, Rob becomes a skilled physician and gains the respect of his colleagues. Along the way, he also forms strong friendships and experiences love. His journey takes him through various adventures and trials as he navigates the world of medieval medicine and the clash of cultures.
Persepolis is a powerful and poignant animated film that tells the story of Marjane, a young Iranian girl coming of age during the Islamic Revolution. As she grows up in Tehran, she witnesses the changes in her country and the impact they have on her family and herself. From her childhood dreams of revolution to her experiences as a teenager studying abroad, Persepolis explores themes of identity, freedom, and the complex relationship between Iran and the West.
One Night with the King is a historical drama based on the biblical story of Esther. Set in the 5th century BC, the movie follows Esther, a Jewish orphan who becomes a queen of Persia. When the king's prime minister plans to exterminate the Jewish people, Esther must find the courage to reveal her true identity and stop the genocide. With the help of an unexpected ally, she navigates treachery and betrayal to save her people.
In the 5th century BC, Esther, a young Jewish girl, is chosen to become the queen of Persia. She uses her position to save her people from an evil plot orchestrated by the prime minister to destroy the Jews. With courage and determination, Esther navigates through palace intrigue and treachery to ultimately secure the safety of her people.
In a small Persian village, Soraya is falsely accused of adultery by her abusive husband and is condemned to death by stoning. Amidst the religious fundamentalism, a French journalist tries to expose the truth and save Soraya, but faces resistance from the backward society.
Omar is a biographical drama that depicts the life of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab, a prominent figure in Islamic history. The show chronicles his journey from a fierce opponent of Islam to one of its most influential leaders. It explores his conversion to Islam, his role as the second caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, and the challenges he faced in establishing and spreading Islam.
A woman and her 5-year-old daughter travel to Iran to visit her husband's family, but she soon discovers that her husband has become violent and wants to keep their daughter in Iran against her will. She must find a way to escape with her daughter and return to America.
The young Naser'eddin Shah recently ordered the assassination of his beloved Prime Minister Amir Kabir, and the court, the shrine, the government, and the country underwent significant changes. At the same time and in the village of Kuhsar Tajrish, Khadijeh, the daughter of Mohammad Ali Najjar, hid the joyful love of a young man named Siavash in her chest.
A security guard unwittingly releases the Djinn, an evil genie who grants wishes in exchange for souls. As the Djinn's power grows, he embarks on a spree of supernatural serial murders, leaving a trail of chaos and destruction. It's up to a brave young woman and a group of unlikely allies to stop the Wishmaster before his plan to unleash hell on Earth comes to fruition.
Syriana is a politically charged epic that explores the state of the oil industry through the lives of those involved. It tells the story of Connex, a US energy giant losing control of Middle East oil fields to a Chinese company. As the plot unfolds, the movie delves into interconnected storylines involving corruption, espionage, assassination plots, and the lives of characters caught in the web of the oil industry's power struggles.
Reign: The Conqueror (1997) is a surrealistic anime TV show that follows the story of Alexander the Great as he becomes a legendary warrior and takes over the world. With elements of allegory, shamanism, and philosophy, this show explores themes of passion, mathematics, homoeroticism, and Greek mythology. Set in a fictional war-torn Persia, the story delves into the city of Alexandria in Egypt and the role of the chosen one and the guardian goddess.
Equinox is a thrilling action-adventure fantasy horror movie set in California. It follows a group of friends who stumble upon an eerie cave and unleash supernatural forces. As they face treachery, destruction, and death, they must find a way to defeat a giant ape and a giant mutant. With elements of cult-favorite and psychotronic film, Equinox is a captivating and violent journey filled with symbolism and supernatural stalkers.
Queen of the Desert is a biographical drama film based on the true story of Gertrude Bell, an Englishwoman who explored and mapped the Arabian Desert in the early 20th century. Frustrated with her privileged life in England, Gertrude embarks on a journey to the Middle East, where she becomes immersed in the culture and politics of the region. She forms deep friendships with Bedouin tribes and becomes involved in political affairs, including negotiations with the Ottoman Empire. Throughout her adventures, Gertrude navigates romantic relationships and grapples with her own identity and purpose in life.
Esther is a gripping historical drama set in ancient Persia. It tells the story of Queen Esther, a Jewish woman who becomes the queen of an empire. With her people facing massacre, Esther must find the courage to reveal her true identity and risk her life to save her people from annihilation.