Oh Dae-Su is kidnapped and imprisoned for 15 years without knowing why. Upon his release, he must track down his captor and uncover the truth behind his imprisonment.
Bob, a still famous actor, arrives in Tokyo to shoot a commercial but feels oblivious and bored. He meets Charlotte, a lonely young woman accompanying her busy photographer husband. Over the next few days, Bob and Charlotte connect, sharing their emotions and fears. They have a great time together at a party and their understanding deepens. Bob has a brief affair with a singer but Charlotte is disappointed. On their last night together, they admit their wish to stay in Tokyo but know it's just a fantasy. They share a gentle goodbye and embrace before parting ways.
A man signs a year-long contract with an underground dominatrix club, unaware of the strange and unexpected encounters that await him. As he navigates through a series of increasingly bizarre and surreal situations, he begins to question his own sanity. From falling down stairs to being held underwater, from a woman on life support to a whistling teapot, he must follow the club's rules or face severe consequences. With elements of comedy and drama, R100 offers a unique and unconventional exploration of sexuality and power dynamics.
Right Now, Wrong Then is a film about a film director who meets a woman at a town. They spend a day together and later part ways. However, the director replays the same day with her, but with different outcomes. The film explores the nuances of human relationships and the impact of small choices on our lives.
A man seeks revenge after being fired from his job and embarks on a chaotic journey through Vienna, discovering unlikely friendships and facing the consequences of his actions. Along the way, he explores themes of love, marriage, and cultural differences.
A group of individuals go through different experiences, including a love triangle, in this comedic movie.
Woman on the Beach (2006) is a movie about a film director who goes on a vacation with his friend, only to become involved in a love triangle with a mysterious woman they meet on the beach. As the story unfolds, the characters grapple with themes of love, friendship, existential loneliness, and the complexities of relationships.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a documentary film that depicts the life and work of Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old sushi master who runs a Michelin three-star restaurant in Tokyo. The film explores Jiro's relentless pursuit of perfection in crafting sushi and delves into the complexities of the relationship between Jiro and his sons, who are also sushi chefs. It offers an intimate and mesmerizing look into the world of sushi and the dedication required to achieve greatness.
Late Autumn (1960) tells the story of a young widow who faces challenges in her life as she navigates through generational conflicts, societal traditions, and the search for love. She finds herself caught between the expectations of her traditional family, the desires of her heart, and the complexities of modern society. With the help of her best friend and the support of a free-spirited woman, she learns to embrace new opportunities and rediscover the joy of living.
A hilarious journey through the life of Pat, a person of indeterminate gender, as they navigate societal expectations and stereotypes. This satirical comedy sheds light on the absurdity of gender roles and societal norms, while providing plenty of laughs.
DeadTectives follows a team of inept ghost hunters who film their own reality TV show. While on a haunted-house tour in Mexico, they accidentally unleash a vengeful spirit. As they try to solve the supernatural mystery, chaos ensues, and they must confront their own fears.
Looking for Hortense is a comedy-drama movie set in Paris, France. The story revolves around a man who finds himself caught up in a series of unexpected events when he agrees to help his friend find and rescue his wife. As he navigates through a maze of cultural differences, identity struggles, and family crises, he must confront his own inner demons and strive to find a new sense of purpose and meaning in his life.
Could This Be Love? is a heartwarming romantic comedy that revolves around the lives of various characters in Paris. With love-at-first-sight encounters, quirky coincidences, and a touch of high technology, this film explores the intertwined lives of a sushi restaurant owner, a sculptor, a strong woman, and a private detective. As they navigate love, suffering, and the pursuit of their dreams, they discover that sometimes, love comes in the most unexpected ways.
When a high school teacher accidentally arrives an hour early for a blind date, she meets a self-centered baker who mistakes her for the sister of a recently deceased woman. As they spend time together, they develop a deep connection and fall in love, but their relationship is tested when the truth comes out.
Takako (Mei Kurokawa) is a beautiful woman in her 30's and she works as a designer. Takako has only had relationships with married men. She decides to change herself with the help of her manga artist friend Keiko (Asami Usuda). Takako signs up at a matchmaking site. Soon. Takako meets two men and she takes an interest in the two men. Meanwhile, Takako has an argument with her friend Keiko. (Asianwiki)
Akira, Takeshi, Yasu, and Shun are a gang of four close friends, all of whom were core members of their high-school ekiden team. Although they were stars back in those days, having slacked up their efforts subsequently, their daily life is lackluster now that the age of forty is just around the corner. They talk at a favorite local tavern just like they used to after Akira comes home giving up his dream to become an actor. Thinking back, they have never accomplished anything but ekiden, and they have unknowingly acquired a tendency to run away from problems in life in general. The phrase they cannot help muttering to themselves is how brilliant they were in those days… Feeling dispirited, they think of participating in the Shimanto Dragon Ride. A challenge for the four men in their late thirties begins…
Big Dreams Little Tokyo is the story of Boyd, an American with an uncanny ability to speak Japanese. Boyd aspires to succeed in the world of Japanese business but finds himself mostly on the outside looking in. Meanwhile, his roommate Jerome, is a Japanese American who has always felt too American to be Japanese but too Japanese to be American. He aspires to be a sumo wrestler but finds his weight and blood pressure are thwarting his dreams. Together they struggle to find their place in a world where cultural identity is seldom what it seems.
After nearly 40 years in operation, the family-run Koto Japanese Restaurant is closing down. Over the course of its final service, the small Vancouver Island community bids farewell.
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