Movies and TvShows featuring "rice-field" theme.
A group of young men and women who work as seasonal workers in a sugar factory face terror from the kingdom of demons where the factory is located. They must find out the cause of the demons' anger, before the terror ends their lives.
A rescue mission is launched in Thailand after a group of young boys and their soccer coach become trapped in flooded underground caves. As the team attempts to locate and rescue the boys, they face numerous challenges and work against the clock to bring them to safety. The story highlights the bravery, teamwork, and determination of the rescuers and volunteers involved.
All About Lily Chou-Chou tells the story of two troubled Japanese junior high students who escape into the world of music to cope with their struggles with bullying, isolation, and the pressures of adolescence.
Dismay follows the story of a love triangle involving a cheating girlfriend, a domineering father, and a man's untimely death. Set in the Philippines, the movie explores themes of betrayal, desire, and the consequences of one's actions.
After receiving information that their sons are still alive and held captive as POWs in Laos, a group of Vietnam War veterans reunite and undertake a dangerous and unauthorized mission to rescue them.
In I Wish, two brothers are separated due to their parents' divorce. They believe that if they make a wish at the moment when two bullet trains pass each other, their wish will come true and their family will reunite. The movie follows their journey to the magical spot, exploring their relationships with their family, friends, and each other.
Air America is a dark comedy about a civilian pilot caught up in the CIA's secret war in Laos, during the Vietnam War. He becomes involved in drug smuggling and black operations while trying to survive and expose the conspiracy.
Set in feudal Japan, a young samurai named Musashi Miyamoto seeks glory and engages in battles against his enemies. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges, including trickery, violence, and historic battles.
In a village, a woman is accused of being a witch and is subjected to supernatural torments. She must uncover the truth behind this accusation and survive the horrors of black magic.
A legal case unites two lawyers between rivalry and romance.
A CIA agent roams the streets of New York haunted by the death of the beautiful woman he fell in love with while on assignment in Jakarta. When he is kidnapped and drugged, the destination is Jakarta once again where he tries to unravel the mystery that is the city which broke him three years earlier.
A female scientist discovers a genetically modified rice that can save lives. She travels to India to introduce the rice to local farmers but begins to uncover the shady practices of a corporation. Along the way, she falls in love with a local musician and they navigate the challenges of an interracial romance in a vibrant Bollywood musical.
Calvento Files: The Movie is a crime anthology film based on true stories from the Philippines. It revolves around various crime cases involving betrayal, murder, rape, and deception. The movie follows the investigations conducted by the police, court trials, and the pursuit of justice for the victims.
Blind swordsman Zatoichi travels to a corrupt town where he becomes caught in a battle between rival yakuza factions. With his exceptional sword skills and strong sense of justice, Zatoichi fights against injustice and restores peace to the town.
The feud between the Medranos (poor but respected in the society) and the Sablantes (wealthy and corrupt) dates back to World War II where Joaquin Sablante was a Japanese collaborator while Pablo Medrano was a guerilla leader. The feud erupts anew when Pepe Medrano accidentally shoots Rex Sablante in a night club and when Pablo opposes Manolo Sablante's mayoral bid. Elected through fraud, Manolo has had Pablo killed, thus beginning a string of murders and counter-murders which eventually wipes out both families.
Grandmother is a drama movie set in Manila, Philippines during the 2000s. The story follows a grandmother who struggles to make ends meet and faces a series of difficult situations including the death of her grandson. She navigates through poverty, a flooded city, loan sharks, and the loss of her remote-control to a stroke. Along the way, she forms relationships with a lawyer, a judge, and a videographer, and tries to contribute to her community through donations and condolences. The film explores themes of family, resilience, and the impact of poverty in a society.
The Missing Picture is a claymation animated documentary that explores the horrifying events of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia during the 1970s. The film delves into the personal experiences of the director, a massacre survivor, and depicts the city evacuation, collective farms, forced labor, and propaganda used by the totalitarian government. Through the use of clay modeling and archive footage, the film provides a unique perspective on this dark period in Cambodian history.
A man named Jesus takes on the ruling military junta.
Beach Red is a visceral portrayal of the brutal reality of war, focusing on the experiences of a group of US Marines fighting against the Japanese Army on a Pacific island. The film dives deep into the psychological and physical toll of combat, highlighting the sacrifices and struggles of the soldiers.
The Sea Wall (2008) is a drama set in French Indochina in the 1930s. It follows the story of a landowner who struggles to protect her property and rice fields from a corrupt businessman. The film explores themes of wealth, land management, and the relationship between the rich and the poor.