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Four teenagers in detention discover an old video game console with a game they've never heard of. When they decide to play, they are immediately sucked into the jungle world of Jumanji in the bodies of their avatars. They'll have to complete the adventure of their lives filled with fun, thrills and danger or be stuck in the game forever!
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
日本語
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Somewhere between a modern-day nightmare and a techno-fetishist's ultimate fantasy, this extraordinary film from Shinya Tsukamoto (Vital, A Snake of June) caused a cult sensation when first released. A strange man known only as the "metal fetishist", who seems to have an insane compulsion to stick scrap metal into his body, is hit and possibly killed by a Japanese "salaryman", out for a drive with his girlfriend. The salaryman then notices that he...
Pub. Date
1999
Language
English
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Jen, a Gelfling (one of the last survivors of the elfin-like race), is told of a prophecy by his master, a wise and gentle mystic. Jen sets to the task of returning the crystal shard to the all powerful Dark Crystal, making it whole again, and restoring light to the world.
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English
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George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, his life is shown in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence. Clarence then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn't been for all of his good deeds over the years. Will Clarence be able to convince George to return to his family and forget suicide?...
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[2021]
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English
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"The Art of Raya and the Last Dragon presents the story behind this captivating new animated film from Disney Animation"--
"The Art pf Raya and the Last Dragon gives readers an insider's look at the creative process of Walt Disney Animation Studios' award-winning filmmakers as they brought Raya's story to the screen. It reveals never-before-seen concept art behind the fantasy world of Kumandra and the ensemble of characters that populate it. Full-color...
12) Earthsea
Pub. Date
2005
Language
English
Description
The Amulet of Peace, which has ensured harmony between humans and dragons, has been stolen, and it is up to the Wizard of Earthsea to locate it and bring peace back to the region.
13) Highlander
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Sword and sorcery drama about immortal Scotsmen from the 16th century battling for supremecy in modern day New York City.
14) Fantastic 4
Pub. Date
c2005
Language
English
Description
After exposure to cosmic radiation, four astronauts become the most remarkable, if not most dysfunctional, superheroes of all time. Reed Richards is the leader of the group and gains the ability to stretch all parts of his body; he takes the name Mr. Fantastic. His girlfriend, Sue Storm, gains the ability to turn invisible and create force fields, calling herself the Invisible Woman. Her younger brother Johnny Storm gains the ability to control fire,...
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
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A detailed look at every aspect of modern fantasy, including detailed entries on books, films, TV and creators, as well as the greatest fantasy characters and worlds. This essential reference book details everything the novice needs to know about the genre and everything the well-read fan is calling out for. Lavishly illustrated and expertly informed, it is edited by Tim Dedopulos and David Pringle, featuring forewords by Terry Pratchett and Ben Aaronovitch....
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
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Daisy Fuller Williams is on her deathbed in a New Orleans hospital the day that Hurricane Katrina hits. At her side is her adult daughter, Caroline. Daisy asks Caroline to read to her aloud from the diary of Daisy's lifelong friend, Benjamin Button. Benjamin's diary recounts his entire extraordinary life. The unusual aspect of his life is that he ages backwards, being born an old man. He is diagnosed with several aged diseases at birth and thus given...
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