Movies and TvShows featuring "shut-in" theme.
Popular, outgoing Fujino is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.
No Game No Life follows the story of Sora and Shiro, two genius gamers who are transported to a fantasy world where everything is decided by games. With their unbeatable gaming skills, the siblings aim to conquer the world and challenge the God of Games.
Riki was a child when his parents died, leaving him hopeless and depressed. What saved him was a group of four kids calling themselves the Little Busters. They took Riki out and played with him during his time of need. He really enjoyed being together with them, and his grief gradually faded away. Now in his second year of high school they still hang out, fight and live together, and enjoy their school life.
Shut-in vampire Terakomari, or Komari for short, awakens from her slumber to find she's been promoted to a commander of the army! The thing is, though, her new squad has a reputation for being violently insubordinate. And although Komari was born to a prestigious vampire family, her hatred of blood has made her the picture of mediocrity-scrawny, uncoordinated, and inept at magic. With the odds stacked against her, will the help of her trusty maid be enough for this recluse to blunder her way to success?
Eromanga Sensei is a story about a high school student named Masamune Izumi, who is a successful light novel author under the pen name 'Eromanga Sensei.' He leads a solitary life as a hikikomori, rarely leaving his room. However, his life takes a turn when he discovers that his mysterious illustrator Eromanga Sensei is actually his shut-in step-sister, Sagiri. Together, they embark on a journey to create manga while navigating the complexities of their relationship.
Princess Jellyfish (2010) is a heartfelt TV show that follows a group of socially awkward misfits living in a boarding house. They share a love for jellyfish and face comedic and romantic challenges as they navigate their lives. With cross-dressing, otakus, unseen characters, and even a politician with an afro, this anime series explores the eccentricities of its characters and the beauty of friendship.
A recluse takes the opportunity to enter another world, but his status there as an overpowered hero makes his desire for a quiet life difficult.
Miyako is a shy college student who is also an otaku. One day she happens to meet some angelic grade school kids! When Miyako sees her little sister's new friend Hana-chan, Miyako's heart won't stop racing! Miyako tries to get along with them but struggles... A sketch comedy all about trying to get along with the super cute girl is about to begin!
Kemono Jihen is an action-packed anime series about a team of supernatural investigators who solve cases involving mysterious deaths, occultism, and supernatural creatures. The team encounters various challenges as they delve into the world of youkai and uncover dark secrets.
October Road follows the life of Nick Garrett, a successful author in New York City who is forced to return to his hometown of Knights Ridge, Massachusetts, after his best-selling novel is revealed to be based on the people from his hometown. As Nick reconnects with his old high school friends, he must confront the past, deal with the consequences of his actions, and find a way to regain the trust of the people he left behind.
Shinichi Kanou, an otaku, gets a job working for an eccentric company that is trying to spread otaku culture to an alternate dimension. He must navigate the challenges of a new world while sharing his love for anime and manga.
Eden of the East follows the story of Akira Takizawa, a young man who wakes up in front of the White House naked, with no memory of who he is. He finds a mysterious phone with 8.2 billion yen in digital money and a voice on the other end that instructs him to save Japan. As he embarks on his mission, he unravels a complex web of political intrigue, terrorism, and social inequality.
Servamp is a TV show about a vampire named Kuro who forms a contract with a human high school student named Mahiru. Together, they fight against supernatural threats that endanger the balance between humans and vampires. With their unique abilities and the support of their friends, they strive to maintain peace and protect their loved ones.
Koito Koganei works as the teenage shrine maiden at the Takamimi Shrine, catering to the whims of its resident: a centuries-old elf who loves video games as much as she hates going outside! Line up your offerings for the otaku elf—some energy drinks, chips and video games will do nicely—and watch her new friends scramble to keep up!
Suuko has the special ability to make any idol popular just by writing about them on her blog! One day, while being forced to go to the supermarket by her sister, she happens to see a live performance from the dol group “Iotrio”. Suuko decides that she will do everything in her power to push them into stardom. Unfortunately, she has to compete with the charismatic otaku blogger Ryuu-san who supports the underground idol Mariko!
A woman with agoraphobia is trapped in her home and becomes the target of a group of intruders. As they attempt to rob her, she must overcome her fears and fight for her life.
We're All Going to the World's Fair follows a teenager's journey into an online horror game called 'The World's Fair.' As she immerses herself in the game, strange and eerie events start to occur in her real life. The film explores themes of isolation, identity, and the dark side of internet culture.
The Wolfpack is a biographical documentary about a family of siblings who were homeschooled and locked away from society by their controlling father. Growing up in New York City, the siblings lived a confined life, with their only connection to the outside world being movies. They developed a deep love for cinema and recreated their favorite films using homemade props and costumes. As they grew older, they began to question the circumstances of their confinement and started to explore the world beyond their apartment walls.
Friends grow apart after a tragic accident claims one of their number. Years later, the dead girl appears to them to ask for their help in crossing over to the afterlife.