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Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006)

A twisted tale of obsession set in 18th-century France

Born with an extraordinary sense of smell, Jean-Baptiste Grenouille becomes obsessed with creating the world’s most captivating fragrance. His journey takes him through the streets and perfumeries of 18th-century France, where desire, identity, and obsession intertwine. As his fixation deepens, so does the darkness that follows him.

Perfect Days (2023)

A Tokyo toilet cleaner finds quiet joy and meaning in his daily routine

Hirayama lives a simple, solitary life cleaning public toilets in Tokyo, following the same rituals each day with quiet contentment. Beneath the surface of his routine lies a deep appreciation for music, literature, and fleeting human connection. As unexpected encounters interrupt his rhythm, fragments of a past life begin to emerge.

The Chorus (2004)

A teacher transforms lives through music

At a repressive boys’ school in post-war France, a failed musician takes on a new role as choirmaster. His unorthodox methods and quiet persistence gradually shift the dynamic between staff and students. As the choir begins to take shape, tensions rise inside and outside the classroom.

Grey's Anatomy (2005)

Inside Grey Sloan, medical emergencies collide with complicated relationships

At Seattle’s Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, young doctors juggle life-or-death cases alongside complicated personal lives and professional rivalries. As medical emergencies unfold, so do shifting relationships, ethical dilemmas, and career-defining choices. Each episode follows the intersecting pressures of hospital life and the connections formed under constant strain.

Rick and Morty (2013)

Interdimensional travel creates more problems than answers for this dysfunctional duo

Brilliant but unpredictable scientist Rick drags his anxious grandson Morty on interdimensional misadventures that involve aliens, clones, time travel and alternate realities. From galactic coups to family therapy sessions, their journeys push the limits of science and sanity. Across timelines and universes, the pair face consequences both cosmic and personal.

Whiplash (2014)

Jazz rehearsal turns into psychological warfare between student and teacher

An ambitious young drummer enrols at a prestigious music conservatory, where he comes under the direction of an intense and demanding instructor. As rehearsals intensify, the pressure to excel begins to take a psychological toll. The pursuit of musical excellence pushes both student and teacher to their limits.

Nymphomaniac: Vol. I (2013)

A candid confession unfolds between a reclusive man and a self-described nymphomaniac

After being found beaten in an alley, a self-proclaimed nymphomaniac recounts her life story to the stranger who takes her in. As she revisits her early experiences with sex, relationships, and control, her narrative becomes increasingly complex and confrontational. This is the first part of a two-part account that spans years of encounters and consequences.

Dirty Dancing (1987)

A teenager’s summer takes a turn when she falls for a dance instructor at a holiday resort

Spending the summer with her family at a 1960s resort, Frances “Baby” Houseman doesn’t expect much excitement - until she meets Johnny, a charismatic dance instructor from the staff quarters. As she’s drawn into his world of music, movement and class divides, Baby begins to discover her voice, her strength, and her own kind of rhythm. A coming-of-age story set to one unforgettable soundtrack.

Before Sunrise (1995)

Two strangers meet on a train and spend one night walking through Vienna

When American traveller Jesse meets French student Céline on a train to Vienna, a chance connection turns into something deeper. With just one night before they part ways, the two wander the city talking about life, love, and everything in between. As morning approaches, they’re left to wonder whether one night is enough to change everything.

City of God (2002)

In Rio’s most dangerous favela, two boys take different paths amid rising violence

Growing up in the City of God, a crime-ridden favela in 1970s Rio de Janeiro, Rocket dreams of becoming a photographer while his childhood friend Li’l Zé rises through the ranks of the local drug trade. As the city descends into gang warfare, Rocket uses his camera to survive and tell the truth. Their paths take them in opposite directions, but both are shaped by the violence around them.

Green Book (2018)

In 1960s America, a driver and a pianist form an unlikely bond on a segregated tour

When working-class bouncer Tony Lip is hired to drive acclaimed classical pianist Dr. Don Shirley on a concert tour through the segregated American South, the journey challenges both men’s assumptions. As they navigate racism, danger, and cultural divides, a complicated friendship begins to form. What starts as a job soon becomes a journey neither of them expected.

Young & Beautiful (2013)

A teenage girl leads a secret double life over the course of four seasons

At seventeen, Isabelle begins living a double life - student by day, escort by night - without her family’s knowledge. As the seasons shift, so does her understanding of desire, control, and identity. Caught between adolescence and adulthood, she drifts further from the version of life others expect from her.

Train to Busan (2016)

A father and daughter fight to survive a zombie outbreak aboard a speeding train

When a mysterious virus breaks out across South Korea, a high-speed train to Busan becomes a battleground for survival. Among the passengers are a distant father and his young daughter, caught in a race against time and the infected. As chaos spreads carriage by carriage, strangers must decide whether to protect themselves or each other.

Trainspotting (1996)

A group of Edinburgh friends chase highs and outrun reality in 1990s Scotland

Renton and his friends move through the underbelly of Edinburgh, cycling between addiction, crime, and fleeting escapes from both. As Renton tries to pull away from the chaos, loyalty and self-destruction keep pulling him back. With nowhere left to run, he’s forced to decide whether survival means leaving everything behind.

Forrest Gump (1994)

A man with a low IQ recounts his extraordinary life through decades of American history

Forrest Gump may not be considered smart, but that’s never stopped him from living an extraordinary life. From growing up in small-town Alabama with a low IQ, he finds himself, often by accident, at the heart of some of the 20th century’s most iconic events. Through it all, his loyalty, kindness, and quiet determination leave a mark on everyone he meets.

One to One: John & Yoko (2025)

John Lennon and Yoko Ono take the stage for a rare live performance in 1972, New York

This concert film captures John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “One to One” charity show at Madison Square Garden, held to benefit children with disabilities. Backed by Elephant’s Memory, the couple perform solo hits, experimental tracks and politically charged anthems. It's a snapshot of activism, artistry and a relationship lived in public.

Ocean with David Attenborough (2025)

David Attenborough explores Earth’s oceans and the life they hold in this landmark documentary

From sunlit shallows to the deepest trenches, David Attenborough guides viewers through the mysteries and marvels of the world’s oceans. Combining breathtaking footage with urgent environmental insight, the film reveals how these waters sustain life - and how fragile that balance has become. It’s a journey through beauty, wonder, and the stakes of survival.

The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

A young journalist lands her dream job, and a nightmare boss

Fresh out of university, Andy scores a coveted role as assistant to Miranda Priestly, the icy editor-in-chief of a top fashion magazine. But the glamour quickly fades as Andy is pulled into a world of impossible demands, ruthless ambition, and sky-high stilettos. As the job consumes her life, she must decide how far she’s willing to go to succeed.

The Help (2011)

In 1960s Mississippi, three women risk everything to tell the truth

Aspiring journalist Skeeter returns home and begins interviewing coloured maids about their experiences working for white families. As she forms a bond with Aibileen and Minny, two domestic workers with powerful stories, they embark on a secret project that could expose long-held injustices. But speaking out in the Jim Crow South comes with serious consequences - and unexpected courage.

The Devil's Advocate (1997)

A rising lawyer is offered the job of a lifetime, but something isn’t right

Ambitious attorney Kevin Lomax never loses a case. When a powerful New York firm recruits him with a lavish offer, he and his wife step into a world of luxury and influence. But as Kevin becomes entangled with his enigmatic boss, he begins to suspect a sinister force behind the success - one that could cost him far more than his soul.

The Prince of Egypt (1998)

Two brothers divided by destiny - one to rule, one to rise up

Raised as Egyptian royalty, Moses lives a life of privilege alongside his brother Ramses, heir to the throne. But when Moses discovers his true Hebrew heritage, everything changes. Forced into exile, he returns with a divine mission: to free his people from slavery. As faith and family collide, Egypt is plunged into a reckoning that will change history forever.

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