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 SOLO LEVELING [ Solo Leveling is a Korean web novel written by Chugong , later adapted into a webtoon and an anime ] TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY Solo Leveling follows Sung Jinwoo , an E-Rank hunter who is considered the weakest among all hunters. In a world where gates open to unleash monsters, hunters are humanity’s last line of defense. Jinwoo struggles to survive, barely making ends meet, until one fateful dungeon raid changes everything. During a D-Rank dungeon raid , Jinwoo and his party stumble upon a hidden Double Dungeon , far more dangerous than expected. Trapped inside, they face deadly statues that mercilessly slaughter most of the group. Jinwoo, severely injured, makes a desperate choice—he follows the System’s instructions , completing a mysterious quest that grants him a unique ability : the power to level up infinitely, unlike any other hunter. Waking up in a hospital, Jinwoo discovers that he has become a Player , the only one capable of growing stronger...

Death Note  [A Japanese manga series written by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata] TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY "Death Note" is a psychological thriller that explores the boundaries of morality, justice, and power in contemporary society. The story follows Light Yagami, a brilliant yet disillusioned high school student who unexpectedly stumbles upon a mysterious notebook known as the Death Note. This supernatural artifact, dropped into the human realm by a bored shinigami (a god of death) named Ryuk, possesses an extraordinary and terrifying ability: anyone whose name is inscribed in its pages dies, so long as the writer envisions that person’s face. Initially, Light views his discovery as a divine opportunity—a means to eradicate the corruption and crime that infest the world. Convinced that the existing societal systems are irredeemably flawed, he sees himself as the instrument of a new, purer justice. Emboldened by his newfound power, Light adopts the alias “...

Grave of the Fireflies ( Hotaru no Haka ) [A  1988 Japanese animated war drama film directed by Isao Takahata and produced by Studio Ghibli .] TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY Grave of the Fireflies is a heartbreaking tale of survival, loss, and the devastating impact of war on innocent lives. Set in Japan during the final months of World War II , the film follows Seita , a teenage boy, and his younger sister Setsuko , as they struggle to survive after losing their home and family. The story begins with Seita and Setsuko’s mother dying in an air raid, leaving them orphaned. Their father, a naval officer, is away at war, and they are forced to live with their distant aunt. Initially, their aunt provides shelter, but as food shortages worsen, she becomes increasingly resentful, treating them as burdens. Unable to endure the mistreatment, Seita decides to leave with Setsuko, seeking independence despite the harsh realities of war. The siblings find refuge in an abandoned bomb shelte...

A Silent Voice ( Koe no Katachi ) is a 2016 Japanese animated drama film directed by Naoko Yamada and produced by Kyoto Animation . TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY A Silent Voice ( Koe no Katachi ) is a poignant tale of guilt, redemption, and understanding , centered around Shōya Ishida , a boy who once bullied his deaf classmate, Shōko Nishimiya , in elementary school. As a child, Shōya was mischievous and sought attention from his peers. When Shōko transferred to his class, her hearing impairment made her a target for bullying, with Shōya leading the charge. Despite her attempts to befriend her classmates, she was relentlessly mocked, isolated, and tormented. Eventually, the bullying escalated, and Shōko was forced to transfer schools. The consequences fell upon Shōya, as his peers turned against him, leaving him ostracized and alone. Years later, in high school, Shōya is consumed by guilt and struggles with self-worth. Haunted by his past actions, he lives in social isolation , ...

  Spirited Away  [A  2001 Japanese animated fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli] TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY Spirited Away is a mesmerizing fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli . It follows Chihiro Ogino , a ten-year-old girl who accidentally enters the spirit world while moving to a new town. When her parents are transformed into pigs after eating food meant for spirits, Chihiro must navigate this strange realm to save them and return home. Lost and frightened, Chihiro encounters Haku , a mysterious boy who helps her survive in the spirit world. He instructs her to seek employment at Yubaba’s bathhouse , a grand establishment where spirits come to cleanse themselves. Yubaba, the powerful witch who runs the bathhouse, reluctantly hires Chihiro but steals part of her name, renaming her Sen . Haku warns her that forgetting her real name would trap her in the spirit world forever. As Sen works in the b...

SUZUME [The creator of Suzume is Makoto Shinkai , a renowned Japanese director, writer, and animator] TRAILER BASE LINE OF THE STORY Suzume ( Suzume no Tojimari ) is a visually stunning and emotionally gripping anime film directed by Makoto Shinkai . The story follows Suzume Iwato , a 17-year-old girl who stumbles upon a mysterious door in an abandoned town. When she opens it, she unknowingly sets off a chain of supernatural events, releasing a giant worm-like entity that causes earthquakes across Japan. She meets Souta Munakata , a young man tasked with sealing these doors to prevent disasters. However, when Souta is cursed and transformed into a three-legged chair , Suzume embarks on a journey across Japan to close the doors and restore balance. Along the way, she encounters Daijin , a mischievous cat-like spirit who plays a crucial role in the unfolding events. As Suzume travels from Kyushu to Tokyo , she learns about the Ever-After , a mystical realm where time exists simultaneou...