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Retake

An astronaut traumatized by his past failure is invited to consult on a space-themed movie set. As the unique crew seeks his advice, he is forced to confront the painful memories he has avoided. Using his experience, he brings authenticity to the film and begins to heal himself.

Eisuke Ohga / 0:19:57 / Japan / Drama / 2024

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Produced by Cartoon Saloon, a five-time Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Emmy-nominated Irish animation studio

Éiru

When the water mysteriously disappears from the well in a warrior clan’s village, an intrepid child descends into the belly of the earth to retrieve it.

Giovanna Ferrari / 0:12:59 / Ireland / Animation / 2024

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SORA-SHI / Creating the trees and the earth in a thousand years.

Closely following Japan's traditional tradesman sora-shi, it documents how they connect with trees high above the sky, their skills passed down the generations, and their thoughts for the future.

Koki Narita / 0:05:43 / Japan / Non-Fiction / 2024

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Sheep

A little girl in Tehran, Iran, lives with her mother and her dog. She discovers that her neighbors are killing sheep. Her mother explains that the animals are being sacrificed in a traditional ritual where their meat is cooked and distributed among people. Rose considers it foolish to follow this old tradition in modern life.

Hadi Babaeifar / 0:13:15 / Iran / Drama / 2024

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Why men lives less

A bachelor in a quiet neighborhood prepares for a football match with beer and snacks. He makes a wish: “If I catch this olive, my team will win.” It gets stuck in his throat. He collapses on the balcony, survives ― and decides to tempt fate again with another olive.

Nikita Belykh / 0:03:07 / Russia / Comedy / 2024

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Online streaming starts at HOPPY HAPPY THEATER from June 11th!

Letter from Astronauts

It has been 77 years since the launch of Hoppy. Mr. Osada, the hoppy delivery man, is also 77 years old. His favorite pastime is drinking Hoppy at his favorite restaurant after work. One day, Mr. Osada told the store owners that he was retiring and pleaded with them. Looking back on my life, I had nothing. So please teach me how to enjoy life! The owners plan a Thanksgiving party, but Mr. Osada does not show up. While they wait, the owners share anecdotes about Mr. Osada...

Kenji Qurata / 0:24:00 / Japan / Drama / 2025

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