Towelhead follows the story of an Arab-American girl named Jasira, who moves to a small town and struggles with racism, puberty, and sexual abuse. Set during the Gulf War in 1990, Jasira's journey explores themes of identity, adolescence, and the challenges of cultural integration.
Antboy is the story of a young boy named Pelle, who is bitten by a genetically modified ant and gains its powers. With his newfound abilities, Pelle becomes a superhero and must use his powers to protect his town from evil villains.
In the small town of Lorient, 17 teenage girls from the same high school make a pact to become pregnant at the same time after one of them accidentally gets pregnant. As news of their pact spreads, the girls face backlash from their families and the community, but they remain determined to go through with it. Through their individual experiences with pregnancy and motherhood, the girls navigate the challenges of adolescence, friendship, and societal expectations.
Shirley Valentine, a bored housewife from Liverpool, England, takes a vacation to Greece where she discovers a new lease on life and embarks on a middle-aged romance.
In the poverty-stricken housing projects of Caracas, a young boy with curly hair named Junior deals with the struggles of growing up. He is raised by his single mother, who has a difficult time accepting his effeminacy. Junior faces homophobia and judgment from his peers but finds solace in his friendship with a gay neighbor. As he navigates the complexities of his upbringing, he becomes obsessed with straightening his hair and enters a beauty pageant. The film explores themes of identity, poverty, and the battle of wills between Junior and his disapproving mother.
Scarborough is a thought-provoking drama that delves into the intertwined lives of various characters, showcasing their struggles with forbidden attractions, coming-of-age dilemmas, and marital crises. The film takes a raw and unflinching look at taboo subjects such as teacher-student relationships, infidelity, and age-gap dynamics.
When I'm Sixty-Four follows the life of an older man who is diagnosed with prostate cancer. As he approaches his 64th birthday, he reflects on his life, reconnects with old friends, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he navigates first love, learns to drive, and embraces his true self. This touching film explores themes of aging, love, and the importance of living life to the fullest.
Neighbour No. 13 follows the story of a man named Jûzô Murasaki who, as a child, was tormented by his six neighbors. Years later, Jûzô works as a construction worker with a dark secret desire for revenge. When his neighbors move into the same building, Jûzô's emotions spiral out of control, leading him to take desperate and violent actions.
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