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Kubo Won't Let Me Be Invisible
Tv Show

Kubo Won't Let Me Be Invisible (2023)

7.1
TV_14

High school student Junta Shiraishi dreams of having a fulfilling youth, but his lack of presence makes it difficult. People think his seat is always empty, and a rumor claims spotting him brings good fortune. The only person who notices him is Nagisa Kubo, who teases him daily. As their interactions continue, Shiraishi realizes his youth may be more exciting than he expected.

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Role Models
Movie

Role Models(2008)

6.8
tomato77%
R
99Minutes

Two energy drink reps, Danny and Wheeler, are forced to enroll in a Big Brother program as part of their community service after getting into trouble. Despite their initial reluctance, they form a bond with their respective partners and strive to complete their 150 hours of community service. Along the way, they face challenges, mend broken relationships, and discover the importance of friendship and responsibility.

One Foot In the Grave
Tv Show

One Foot In the Grave (2001)

7.9
TV_PG

One Foot In the Grave follows Victor Meldrew, a retired man with a pessimistic outlook on life, and his wife Margaret as they encounter darkly humorous situations and quirky neighbors in their suburban community. The show combines classic sitcom elements with surreal and dark comedy, exploring themes of old age, marriage, and suburban life.

Heaven's Memo Pad
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Heaven's Memo Pad (2011)

6.5
TV_MA

Narumi Fujishima is an ordinary high school boy who remains isolated from his fellow classmates. One afternoon fellow classmate Ayaka Shinozaki invites Narumi to join the gardening club and introduces him to a reclusive detective named Alice. Alice hires Narumi as an assistant and puts him to work solving the strange mysteries of Angel fix, an illegal drug. Little does he know it could put him and Ayaka in serious trouble.

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A Stroke of Luck
Movie

A Stroke of Luck(2016)

4.6
90Minutes

A Stroke of Luck follows the story of a small town filled with gossip and secrets, where a lottery win triggers a series of unexpected events. Infidelity, politics, and love affairs come to the forefront as the idyllic village life is disrupted. The movie explores themes of suspicion, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships.

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Wonderful World
Movie

Wonderful World(2009)

6
tomato42%
R
89Minutes
How Not to Live Your Life
Tv Show

How Not to Live Your Life (2011)

8.3

Follow the life of a single and perpetually pessimistic man as he navigates through various misadventures.

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The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix
Movie

The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix(1975)

8.4
G
88Minutes

The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix is a stop-motion animated adventure comedy film about a car race. It follows the story of a group of constructors who build a car to win the race, but face challenges such as cheating, sabotage, and competition from a rich man and an oil company. Along the way, they befriend a pessimist chauffeur, a sheik, and a bird. The film showcases the small community and the various obstacles they overcome to achieve their goal.

Spivak
Movie

Spivak(2018)

5.7
91Minutes

Spivak is a comedy movie about a pessimistic writer who finds love and is forced to confront his comfort zone. When his cheating fiancee leaves him, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and explores an open relationship and one-night stands. Along the way, he discovers the joys of golf and learns to embrace optimism.

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Todo es mentira
Movie

Todo es mentira(1994)

6.5
99Minutes

Todo es mentira is a 1994 movie that explores the intricacies of relationships in Madrid, Spain. Focusing on a couple navigating through ups and downs, the movie delves into the complexities of love, friendship, and the expectations society imposes. With a touch of humor and a hint of pessimism, Todo es mentira offers an insightful portrayal of the challenges faced by couples in their quest for happiness.

The Sixth Sense
Movie

The Sixth Sense(1929)

6.9
77Minutes

Carlos and his girlfriend Carmen are a happy and fun couple; however, his friend León and his girlfriend Luisa are quite the opposite; so Carlos recommends León to visit the mysterious Kamus —an artist, a drunkard, a philosopher—, in the hope that he can free him from his depressing and contagious existential pessimism…

His Marriage Wow
Movie

His Marriage Wow(1925)

6.6
21Minutes

In Highland Park, it's Agnes Fisher and Harold Hope's wedding day. Mishaps almost keep them from getting hitched: he goes to the wrong church, then, one of the guests, Professor McGlumm, convinces him that the bride only wants him to collect his life insurance. Finally they marry and her family moves in with them. Harold is now convinced that he'll be poisoned at dinner. When further mishaps give him stomach problems, McGlumm rushes him toward the hospital. On the trip, all is revealed.

Urgences
Movie

Urgences(1988)

7.7
105Minutes

Urgences is a documentary that delves into the lives of patients and staff in a psychiatric unit in Paris during the 1980s. It explores themes of depression, anxiety, suicidal tendencies, and the daily routines and challenges faced by those dealing with mental health issues. The film also touches on topics such as homosexuality, alcoholism, and the difficulties of motherhood.

A Captive in the Land
Movie

A Captive in the Land(1990)

5.3
PG
96Minutes

An American meteorologist attempts to rescue an injured Soviet airman. A killer storm soon maroons them both and the unlikely duo must learn to overcome their differences in order to survive the real life terrors of the Arctic.

Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen
Movie

Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen(1990)

7.5
143Minutes

Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen is a comedy-drama about a shopkeeper in a small town who is struggling to make ends meet. He is known for his pessimistic attitude and has an inferiority complex. However, when a con artist promises to bring rain to the village, he becomes determined to make it happen. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of self-discovery and family relationships.

The optimist
Movie

The optimist(1973)

5.1
tomato86%
90Minutes

Discover a collection of movies and TV series known for their 'Pessimist' theme. Explore stories that delve into the darker aspects of life, questioning the human condition and challenging our optimistic beliefs. Prepare for thought-provoking narratives that reflect on the complexities of existence and explore the harsh realities of the world.

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