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Plot Summary:
The Edo period. Once a famous swordsman, Kyutaro Madarame, aka “Madara the Devil,” is now a masterless samurai. When a white cat called Tamanojo appears before Kyutaro, the encounter changes him forever. Starring Kazuki Kitamura. This offbeat tale of samurai spirit and adorable animal antics returns to the screen on a breathtaking scale!.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 81
Genere: Comedy, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 85 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, dorama
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Samurai Hustle (2014)
Plot Summary:
During the reign of the eighth shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate, the Yunagaya Domain in the Tohoku region is a small han. But at the han, there is a gold mine. Suddenly, Masaatsu Naito of Yunagaya Domain receives an order to perform Sankin-kotai within 5 days. Sankin-kotai is a custom that requires the daimyo to visit the shogun in Edo. Unfortunately, the time needed to visit the shogun in Edo for Masaatsu Naito is 8 days. Masaatsu Naito also learns he received the order because a high ranking government official wants the gold mine. Also, the expense for Sankin-kotai is high and the Yunagaya Domain is such a small han that it seems impossible to complete. Nevertheless, Masaatsu Naito begins an unexpected operation to complete Sankin-kotai in 5 days.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 280
Genere: Action, Comedy, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 119 min
Plot tags: exciting, humorous, captivating
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The Magnificent Nine (2016)
Plot Summary:
Residents in a town have a hard time due to the land tax and forced labor. 9 people, including Juzaburo Kokutaya (Sadao Abe), worry about the future of their town. They then set up a plan to save the town. The plan is to lend large amounts of money to han (historical term for the estate of a warrior) and distribute the interest annually to the residents, but if they're caught they will lose their lives.
IMDB Rating: 6.5
IMDB Votes: 560
Genere: Comedy, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 129 min
Plot tags: tense, humorous, captivating, disturbing
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Samurai Shifters (2019)
Plot Summary:
Shunnosuke Katagiri is a samurai and a bookworm. He receives a mission to help a daimyo move. With the assistance of Genemon Takamura and Oran, Shunnosuke Katagiri carries out his mission.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 287
Genere: Comedy, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 120 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, realistic, semi serious
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Spin Kick (2004)
Plot Summary:
A school director is forced to train the 'worst' students of his school to master Taekwondo as the old coach, taking along the best of his athletes, left the school.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 382
Genere: Action, Comedy
Country: South Korea
Duration: 102 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, satirical
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Koko: A Red Dog Story (2019)
Plot Summary:
The true story of an ordinary dog, whose good fortune and ability to connect with people catapults him to fame.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 208
Genere: Biography, Comedy
Country: Australia
Duration: 78 min
Plot tags: funny, feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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April Fools (2015)
Plot Summary:
Ayumi Nitta is a member of a hospital cleaning staff and suffers from extreme social anxiety. After having a one-night stand with genius surgeon and sex addict Wataru Makino, Ayumi discovers she’s pregnant. However, when she tells Wataru, he dismisses her claim as a bad April Fools joke. Refusing to believe he could possibly be the father of Ayumi’s baby after just one night together, Wataru takes a woman named Reiko on a date to an Italian restaurant. However, Ayumi also shows up, leading to a major incident.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 513
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 118 min
Plot tags: funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, satirical
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Samurai Fiction (1998)
Plot Summary:
Three centuries ago, a precious sword has been stolen by Kazamatsuri -- the sword, which historic and symbolic value is priceless for the clan (Shogun Tokugawa donated it to clan 80 years before that, at the same time that he established them as the local rulers). Lord's counselor's young son Heishiro goes to retrieve the sword himself to protect the clan from the shame or possible demise. He is accompanied with two friends, Shintaro and Tadasuke, and followed by the ninjas of the clan. After Kazamatsuri wounds Heishiro and kills one of his friends, the young aristocrat still wants revenge more than sword itself, but meanwhile have to recover from his wounds, in the small forest house of a lonely samurai and his daughter. At the same time, Kamazatsuri stays in nearby town in the entertainment center run by Okatsu and falls into her. The older samurai tries to dissuade Heishiro from fighting with Kamazatsuri, but is himself gradually drawn into the conflict.
IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 111 min
Plot tags: stylized, psychological, exciting, offbeat, humorous, semi serious, spoof, parody, light, atmospheric
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Meow (2017)
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Since ancient times, the earth has been home to alien called MEOW. They come from a far-away planet and have transformed themselves as cats, live in every corner of the world. With their adorable appearances plus the clever mind , MEOWS easily made them to human’s beloved pets, served with endless food. Some MEOWS are uninhibited, live like an undergo mafia boss; some MEOWS are smart, they treat human like minions, live like kings and queens in their homes; some MEOWS are.
IMDB Rating: 4.5
IMDB Votes: 187
Genere: Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Country: Hong Kong
Duration: 109 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, semi serious
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Yusuf Yusuf (2014)
Plot Summary:
Since his childhood, interested in cars, car races and dreamed to be a rally pilot but became a minibus driver in Ankara. This movie tells Yusuf's story full of action as well as comedy.
IMDB Rating: 3.6
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy
Country: Turkey
Duration: 93 min
Plot tags: funny, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, satirical, road movie
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Sakurada Gate Incident (2010)
Plot Summary:
A film about the assination of Ii Naosuke at the gate of Edo castle in 1860 by ronin from the mito domain.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 85
Genere: History
Country: Japan
Duration: 137 min
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Hana (2006)
Plot Summary:
In a poor district of Edo lives a young samurai named Soza. He has been sent by his clan to avenge the death of his father. He isn't an accomplished swordsman however, and he prefers sharing the life of the residents, teaching the kids how to write etc. When he finally finds the man he is looking for, he will have to decide whether he follows the way of the samurai or chooses peace and reconciliation.
IMDB Rating: 6.6
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: Japan
Duration: 127 min
Plot tags: atmospheric, serious, captivating, humorous
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Matando Cabos 2, La Máscara del Máscara (2021)
Plot Summary:
Faced with the unexpected death of his estranged father -El Máscara- and the subsequent theft of his precious mask, Rubén -Mascarita- will find himself confronted with his past. Alongside his invincible bodyguard Tony "The Cannibal" and, an unexpected ally, he will have only one day to recover it and make amends with the memory of his father.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 366
Genere: Comedy
Country: Mexico
Duration: 102 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining
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A Farewell to Jinu (2015)
Plot Summary:
Takeharu Takami (Ryuhei Matsuda) is a bank teller, but he becomes allergic to money. He decides not to use money at all. Takeharu decides to move to a small village in the Tohoku region. There, he encounters residents who are not so easy.
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 88
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 121 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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Sword of Desperation (2010)
Plot Summary:
A talented but troubled Edo Period swordsman, Kanemi Sanzawmon. Three years earlier, Kanemi killed a woman, Renko, the corrupt mistress of the powerful daimyo Tabu Ukyou. Unexpectedly, Kanemi received a lenient sentence for his crime and is allowed to return to his clan after only one year of imprisonment. Following his return, Kanemi is faced with the death of his wife, Mutsue. Thereafter, Kanemi lives with and cares for his wife's niece, Satoo, who has secret affections for Kanemi and expresses them by helping change his bleak outlook on life. Meanwhile, Kanemi's develops his unique "bird-catching" sword technique which he will soon put to test in battle for the first time against the fearsome swordsman, Hayatonosho Obiya.
IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 836
Genere: Action, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 114 min
Plot tags: captivating, atmospheric, suspenseful, tense, exciting, rough, bleak, serious, realistic, stylized
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Lady Ninja Kaede 2 (2009)
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In this erotic martial arts epic, Kaede is on an assignment to penetrate a cult that has exerted its power in secret for centuries. Although she is able to join the group, a priest curses her with a passion for a precious religious object, and this all-consuming lust may derail her hopes of a successful mission.
IMDB Rating: 3.8
IMDB Votes: 159
Genere: Action, Comedy, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 70 min
Plot tags: sex comedy, captivating, entertaining
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Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP (2020)
Plot Summary:
Top National Security agent and zoophobe Tae-ju suddenly receives an ability to talk to the animals after a freak accident?!.
IMDB Rating: 5.6
IMDB Votes: 509
Genere: Action, Comedy
Country: South Korea
Duration: 114 min
Plot tags: funny, entertaining, light, feel good, humorous, captivating
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Mr. Max Man (2015)
Plot Summary:
Masayoshi is a young announcer who has worked at a broadcasting station for 3 years. He is the secondary presenter for a morning information program, but he always makes mistakes. Masayoshi also has a crush on co-worker Yuko, whom he has known since he was a child, but he can't seem to get any closer to her. Masayoshi then puts on a pair of glasses that he finds at work. He realizes the glasses gives him superhuman powers. Masayoshi decides to become a righteous hero.
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Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 69 min
Plot tags: humorous, light, captivating, suspense, entertaining, suspenseful
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Bakuman (2015)
Plot Summary:
Moritaka Mashiro (Takeru Satoh) doesn't want to follow in the path of his uncle who worked as a manga artist, but ultimately died because of exhaustion. Moritaka Mashiro figures he will graduate from school and work at an office. Things change though when falls in love with a girl at school. The girl, who hopes to become a voice actress, tells Moritaka they can marry, but only after they both achieve their dreams. Moritaka then teams up with fellow classmate Akito Takagi (Ryunosuke Kamiki) to publish their first manga.
IMDB Rating: 6.9
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 119 min
Plot tags: funny, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, satirical, stylized, anime, manga
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The Floating Castle (2012)
Plot Summary:
In the year 1590, the mighty warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi is close to fulfilling his ambition of unifying all of Japan under his banner when he comes across unexpected resistance in the form of a floating fortress known as Oshi Castle. Narita Nagachika, a frivolous hedonistic fellow and unlikely candidate for the position of rebel general, finds himself in charge of defending the castle. His odds? An army of 500 men to combat Toyotomi Hideyoshi's army of 20,000.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 605
Genere: Comedy, Drama, History
Country: Japan
Duration: 144 min
Plot tags: captivating
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Princess and Seven Kung Fu Masters (2013)
Plot Summary:
During the early years of the Republic era, in the North-East region of China, the people are suffering from the power struggle among the local Warlords, bandits, and Japanese invaders. Warlord Lam (Sammo Hung), is not a leader of great vision, but stands firm in his own beliefs. The only paradise within the region is 'Lucky Town', the one place where no one dared to attack as it was protected by the seven kung fu masters who have resided there. When young patriots, Yan Fang (Rose Chan) who disguised herself as a man, and Howard Luo (Dennis To), infiltrate Tiger's Den at night trying to steal the code book fail in their mission and tries to run, only Yan survives and is rescued by Cheryl. Mistaking Yan as a man, Cheryl falls for Yan. She then brings Yan to Lucky Town and begs the Seven Masters to cure Yan. Cheryl and the Seven Masters are then told of the secret plan by the Japanese, and together, they resolve to fight against Tiger Den and save Warlord Lam.
IMDB Rating: 4.8
IMDB Votes: 193
Genere: Action, Comedy
Country: Hong Kong
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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A Dog for Christmas (2015)
Plot Summary:
The entire family stays at Dave and Sandy's home for the holidays. Kassandra wants a puppy for Christmas, but Mom and Dad aren't ready for that. Will Santa grant Kassandra's only wish for Christmas?.
IMDB Rating: 4.8
IMDB Votes: 761
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: funny, sincere, feel good, captivating, entertaining, semi serious
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Samurai Sensei (2015)
Plot Summary:
Takechi Hanpeita, a samurai from Bakumatsu period time-travels 150 years to modern day Japan.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 68
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 54 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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MPD: Animal Unit (2017)
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Tomozo Sudo is a detective. Due to an incident, he is excluded from investigative work. He is then assigned to work in a division responsible for taking care of animals whose owners are suspects or missing. Keiko Usuki is a police constable and works in the same division. She loves animals more than humans. Keiko develops inferences from clues from animals left behind at crime scenes. Tomozo and Keiko work together to solve cases.
IMDB Rating: 7.4
IMDB Votes: 32
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 54 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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The Sklar Brothers: What Are We Talking About? (2014)
Plot Summary:
Randy and Jason Sklar standup special recorded in Madison, Wisconsin.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 74
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 69 min
Plot tags: humorous, funny, light, feel good, captivating, entertaining
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What a Wonderful Family! 2 (2017)
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Several years after Shuzo settled his wife’s birthday-surprise divorce proposal (What a Wonderful Family, 40th), the Hirata family faces new problems. Ignoring his family’s worry that he is too old to drive, Shuzo takes his old schoolmate for a spin after carousing. Soon, a new disturbance arises for the Hirata family. Veteran director Yamada Yoji continues his comedy about the “perfect“ Japanese family turned upside down in chaos, laughters and understanding. This time, with an additional taste of death.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 770
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 113 min
Plot tags: feel good, captivating, entertaining, satirical, semi serious
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YouTube Poop: The Movie (2017)
Plot Summary:
50+ YouTube Poop videos have been edited together to create a ‘very loose’ storyline in this visual mixtape. This ‘movie’ functions as both a compilation ‘best of’ as well as portraying the experience of flipping channels through YouTube’s funniest & filthiest ‘poops’.
IMDB Rating: 7.1
IMDB Votes: 27
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: parody, funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining, satirical
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Go, Masao! (2012)
Plot Summary:
Go, Masao! describes the relationship between people and their dogs. Comedian Hideki Matsumoto and a labrador retriever named Masao are selected to appear on the travel corner segment of a TV animal program. Until Hideki Matsumoto and the labrador retriever Masao become popular, they help each other.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 24
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 109 min
Plot tags: touching, feel good, humorous, semi serious, realistic
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700 Days of Battle: Us vs. the Police (2008)
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Set on the backdrop of 1979 a group of troublemaking teenagers led by Mamachari (Hayato Ichihara) decide to prank Chuzai-san (Kuranosuke Sasaki) the local police officer who caught Mamachari’s friend Saijo (Takuya Ishida) for speeding on his scooter, Chuzai-san gets them suspended from school which only causes the teenagers to retaliate, They discover that Chuzai-san is married to an attractive woman named Kanako (Kumiko Aso) only making their pranks worse.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 585
Genere: Comedy
Country: Japan
Duration: 110 min
Plot tags: funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining
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We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story (2015)
Plot Summary:
Comedy drama about the beginnings of Jimmy Perry and David Croft's writing partnership and their struggles to get Dad's Army on the screen in 1968.
IMDB Rating: 7.8
IMDB Votes: 552
Genere: Comedy, Drama, History
Country: UK
Duration: 60 min
Plot tags: sitcom, funny, light, feel good, humorous, captivating, entertaining
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Haruko Azumi Is Missing (2016)
Plot Summary:
Haruko Azumi is a 28-years-old woman. She is a single and works at an office. One day, she suddenly disappears on a typical street with retail stores lined up. After her disappearance, her missing person poster is spread across the city.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 327
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: Japan
Duration: 101 min
Plot tags: light, humorous, captivating, entertaining