74 Films from the Imagine Film Festival 2016
73 titles
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The InvitationMovie · 2016 · 100m · Thriller, HorrorWill and his girlfriend Kira attend a dinner with old friends at the home of Will’s ex, Eden, and her new partner David. The evening starts casually, but Will begins to suspect that David, their host, has ulterior motives.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
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GattacaMovie · 1997 · 107m · Thriller, Science Fiction, MysteryIn a near-future dystopia obsessed with genetic perfection, Vincent Santoro (Ethan Hawke) is a natural-born "Invalid" in a world of engineered people. Driven by a burning desire to travel to space, he makes a daring plan: to assume the identity of Jerome Morrow (Uma Thurman), a genetically perfect executive at the elite Gattaca Aerospace Corporation. Through careful planning and relentless resolve, Vincent infiltrates the corporation, navigating a complex web of lies to achieve his dream of reaching the stars. The film examines themes of identity, ambition, and the repercussions of striving for perfection in a tightly controlled society where individual freedom is nearly nonexistent.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6
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The NightmareMovie · 2015 · 88m · Drama, Mystery, HorrorFollowing a large party, seventeen-year-old Tina starts having nightmares. In these dreams, she's pursued by a strange creature.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4
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VeteranMovie · 2015 · 123m · Action, Crime, ComedyA seasoned police officer investigates the attack on a former colleague, focusing on the prime suspect: a privileged young executive with powerful family connections who acts as if he's untouchable.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
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PandemicMovie · 2016 · 91m · Action, Science Fiction, HorrorA devastating virus has ravaged the planet, leaving humanity struggling to survive. With more people infected than not, the remaining humans desperately search for a cure and containment. Dr. Lauren arrives in Los Angeles with a specialized team to locate uninfected civilians. However, they are unprepared for the brutal violence they encounter as they venture into the streets of California, where every location poses a deadly threat.Stream onIMDb 4.4TMDB 5.1
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Ghost in the Shell: The New MovieMovie · 2015 · 100m · Science Fiction, AnimationA virus that turns people into violent, ghost-like beings, called Fire-Starter, is rapidly spreading. Following the assassination of the Japanese Prime Minister, Major Motoko Kusanagi and her specialized team are tasked with finding the origin of the outbreak.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
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SynchronicityMovie · 2015 · 101m · Mystery, Science Fiction, ThrillerA physicist journeys into the past to prevent a woman from taking his invention. However, he discovers unexpected truths about the device, the woman, and his own perception of reality.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7
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Bāhubali: The BeginningMovie · 2015 · 159m · Action, DramaAbandoned as a baby in a rural village, young Shivudu displays extraordinary abilities as he matures. He encounters Avanthika, a skilled warrior princess, and discovers that her queen has been imprisoned for a quarter of a century. Determined to free her, Shivudu embarks on a journey that reveals the truth about his own beginnings.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.5
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FrancescaMovie · 2017 · 81mItaly, 1970. A mysterious serial killer, fixated on Dante's Divine Comedy, stalks the city, targeting those he deems morally corrupt. Inspectors Moretti and Succo are tasked with stopping him and believe the current murders are connected to a gruesome crime from fifteen years prior.Stream onIMDb 5.2TMDB 4.7
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The SurvivalistMovie · 2015 · 104m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerDuring a period of widespread famine, a survivalist maintains a secluded farm in the woods. His isolated life is disrupted when two women in search of food and refuge stumble upon his property, putting his existence at risk.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
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Bone TomahawkMovie · 2015 · 133m · Western, Horror, DramaIn a saloon gunfight, Sheriff Hunt wounds a suspicious stranger. The doctor's assistant, the local foreman's wife, tends to him while he's jailed. That night, the town is attacked, and both vanish, leaving only an arrow from a cannibal tribe behind. Hunt and some of his men then set out to find the missing prisoner and the foreman's wife.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
- 12UnforgettableMovie · 2015 · 5mDuring his daughter's wedding, a father experiences a sudden change of heart, leading to significant repercussions.IMDb 6.6
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Project-MMovie · 2014 · 98mTo demonstrate the feasibility of a mission to Europa, one of Jupiter's moons, four astronauts are tasked with a year-long stay aboard a space station orbiting Earth. The mission progresses smoothly until an unforeseen event occurs back on Earth.Stream onIMDb 4.7TMDB 4.6
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ShelleyMovie · 2016 · 92m · Drama, Horror, MysteryLouise and Kasper desire a child, but Louise is unable to conceive. She makes an agreement with her Romanian maid, Elena, to carry her baby. However, the arrangement faces unforeseen complications.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.5
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The Boy and the BeastMovie · 2015 · 119m · Action, Adventure, AnimationKyuta, a boy living in Shibuya, meets Kumatetsu, a solitary creature from Jutengai, a world of imagination. While trying to find his way home from Jutengai, Kyuta encounters Kumatetsu, who becomes his guide. Their meeting sets them on a series of adventures.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9
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The SimilarsMovie · 2015 · 89m · Horror, Science FictionOn a rainy October night, eight strangers waiting for a bus at a deserted station encounter a peculiar event.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 6.0
- 17IrisMovie · 2015 · 11mThe new Iris phone from Nextphone features a constantly blinking female eye on its screen. Dave, who is burying a body, takes the Iris with him. As he digs, he begins talking to the phone.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.0
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Saint FrankensteinMovie · 2015 · 17mA sex worker visits a client with severe scars at a dilapidated motel, and her encounter takes an unexpected turn when they become intimate. As she learns about the client's past, the story behind his famous name is revealed.IMDb 6.8TMDB 3.8 - 19
Escape from New YorkMovie · 1981 · 99m · Science Fiction, ActionIn a future where Manhattan is a walled-off prison for violent criminals, the US President's helicopter crashes, leaving him stranded. War hero Snake Plissken is tasked with a 24-hour mission: infiltrate the city and retrieve the President. This former Special Forces operative, now a renegade with a bionic arm, must navigate a dangerous landscape filled with ruthless inmates determined to stop him. Stripped of societal rules, Plissken undertakes a brutal quest for redemption in a lawless city, exploring themes of power, corruption, and the breakdown of order.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
- 20Solo FinaleMovie · 2015 · 9mA man witnesses his apartment building transform into a decaying, ornate theater. Within, gravity shifts unpredictably. A dancer performs on the ceiling, inverted, seemingly controlled by the music from an organ. The gravity then reverses, and the man and the dancer exchange places.IMDb 5.6
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Apolo 81Movie · 2015 · 12mA young man and woman are on a date at a bar. They use a unique card game to get to know each other, where each card represents a potential positive or negative action. The game reveals their personalities as they compete for the best moves. Who will ultimately succeed?IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 22
The Sunken ConventMovie · 2016 · 15mA retired man maintains a predictable daily life: he works at a gas station, returns home, and listens to the sounds of his neighbors' intimate moments. However, an undisclosed change is occurring within him. What is happening in his personal life?IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.8 - 23ElleMovie · 2015 · 20mAfter witnessing a car accident together, a man and a woman strike up a conversation. She offers him a ride to her apartment, where he discovers a surprising second person already living there: 'Her'.Stream on
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GraffitiMovie · 2016 · 30mEdgar and his dog explore the deserted remains of a once-great city. Returning home one day, Edgar discovers the name "Anna" spray-painted on his wall. He becomes consumed by the mystery of who Anna is.Stream on - 25
The BunkerMovie · 2015 · 85m · Comedy, Drama, HorrorA student seeks tranquility by living with a family in a secluded, underground home deep within the forest. His expectations of peace are quickly disrupted as he realizes the parents and their son are all emotionally unstable.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
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L’Œil du CycloneMovie · 2015 · 5mA child's perspective reveals a whole world. This film features striking, impressionistic animation and a captivating score, inviting viewers to fill in the details. The visuals employ soft, pastel colors reminiscent of psychedelic experiences.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 27
JeruzalemMovie · 2016 · 87m · Horror, Action, Science FictionTwo young Americans traveling to Jerusalem experience a biblical nightmare.Stream onIMDb 4.8TMDB 5.5
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High-RiseMovie · 2015 · 119m · DramaThe lives of the people living in a high-rise building start to spiral out of control.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6
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DemonMovie · 2015 · 94m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerDuring his wedding, a groom is haunted by a restless spirit – a fresh spin on the Jewish tale of the dybbuk.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8
- 30The Upper StoryMovie · 2015 · 3mIn a cramped attic room, a man tends to brains floating in a fishbowl. A sudden alarm triggers a routine: he must add water. He repeats this process, day after day, until an electrical short occurs.IMDb 4.7
- 31Dans Ton RegardMovie · 2015 · 6mAmidst the brutal reality of the First World War, a severely wounded soldier lies on the battlefield. Yet, within him, vivid memories of his former life persist.
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Nina ForeverMovie · 2016 · 98m · Horror, Comedy, RomanceHolly is in love with Rob and wants to support him as he deals with loss. However, she has to face his deceased girlfriend, Nina, who reappears—injured and violent—each time Holly and Rob are intimate.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 5.2
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Golden ShotMovie · 2015 · 9mA multitude of small robots maintain beacons in individual lighthouses, diligently preserving their light. They await the arrival of a sun that will, quite literally, grant them wings. The moment of that arrival finally appears.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 34
Nowhere GirlMovie · 2015 · 85mAi is a highly talented art student at an all-girls academy. While recognized for her exceptional abilities, she's exploited by the adults in her life, and her classmates resent her talent. Ai struggles under this pressure, feeling trapped with no way out. Her daily existence devolves into a constant battle, ultimately leading to her breakdown.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.4 - 35
Portal to Hell!!!Movie · 2015 · 12mThe building's janitor is typically relegated to unpleasant tasks by the residents. While investigating a power outage in the basement, he unexpectedly witnesses a secret occult ritual.Stream on - 36
The WitchMovie · 2016 · 92m · Horror, Drama, MysteryIn 1630, a farmer moves his family to a secluded farm bordering a forest, where unsettling events begin to occur. As suspicion grows, the family's faith, loyalty, and love are severely tested by shocking circumstances.Stream on - 37The ProcedureMovie · 2016 · 4mA man is tranquilized on the street, left numb, and wakes to find himself tied up in a bare room. Then, something begins to descend.Stream on
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The Rotten LinkMovie · 2015 · 75mIn a rural Argentinian village, Roberta works as a prostitute and lives with her brother and her mother, who is suffering from dementia. Her mother warns Roberta she can sleep with almost any man in the village, with the exception of one – a man who would kill her if she did. However, this forbidden man, Sicilio, has made it clear he wants her.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.7 - 39A Love StoryMovie · 2014 · 15mIt's hard to say goodbye to anyone, even when they've become a zombie. A woman lives on a rundown farm in New Zealand with her husband, now a zombie, kept chained to a tree outside.
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Men & ChickenMovie · 2015 · 104m · Comedy, DramaMen & Chicken is a dark comedy about two estranged brothers who, upon discovering their hidden family, uncover a shocking truth about themselves and their relatives.Stream on - 41
OscillationMovie · 2015 · 8mA young woman browsing a lamp store observes a couple kissing. While looking at a revolving zoetrope, she sees an image of herself making love to a man. Suddenly, a wolf appears in the section of the store that has transformed into a forest.IMDb 7.2 - 42
The Tag-AlongMovie · 2015 · 92m · Horror, ThrillerThe day before his grandmother vanishes, Wei disappears without a trace. His girlfriend frantically searches for him and uncovers a clue: a little girl in red was seen following them prior to their disappearances. Based on a true story and a widely known urban legend in Taiwan.Stream on - 43Phantom CityMovie · 2015 · 7mIn a bustling city, a young woman attends a screening of the film *Naked Angels*. The movie unfolds as a film noir, directly addressing the audience.
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Love & PeaceMovie · 2015 · 117m · Comedy, Fantasy, DramaOnce, he aspired to be a punk rocker, but now works a dead-end job at a musical instrument parts company. He harbors a secret love for a coworker. One day, he discovers a small turtle on the roof and names it Pikadon.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 45
The Mind's EyeMovie · 2015 · 87m · Action, Horror, Science FictionZack Connors and Rachel Meadows possess extraordinary psychic abilities from birth. Their talents are discovered, leading to their capture by Michael Slovak, a disturbed doctor who wants to exploit their powers.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.9 - 46
I Am a HeroMovie · 2016 · 126m · Action, Horror, DramaOn his drive home from work, a man witnesses a deadly car crash. The victim appears to be killed instantly. But then, moments later, the deceased rises and walks away, leaving the viewer to question if it was a hallucination or something truly inexplicable.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.4 - 47
They Call Me JeegMovie · 2016 · 112m · Drama, Action, Science FictionAfter being exposed to radioactive waste, petty criminal Enzo develops superhuman strength. Initially using his newfound abilities for selfish purposes, the isolated and cynical Enzo's life changes when he encounters Alessia, a young woman with a mental illness who is convinced he is the hero from her beloved anime, Steel Jeeg.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4
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Creative ControlMovie · 2016 · 97m · Drama, Science FictionDavid, a successful advertising executive, is dating yoga instructor Juliette. He becomes drawn to Sophie, who is in a relationship with his best friend Wim, a fashion photographer. The situation escalates when David designs an avatar of Sophie for a campaign promoting augmented reality glasses.Stream on - 49WormMovie · 2014 · 3mA worm is chained to a lead ball in a prison cell, awaiting his punishment.
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Bunny the Killer ThingMovie · 2015 · 88m · Action, Comedy, HorrorA group of Finns and Brits are trapped in a cabin when they are attacked by a creature called Bunny the Killer Thing. This monstrous being hunts anything that resembles female genitalia.Stream onIMDb 4.3TMDB 4.4
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The Devil's CandyMovie · 2016 · 79m · Horror, ThrillerA struggling painter and his young family find their dream home in rural Texas, but their idyllic life is shattered when the painter becomes possessed by satanic forces.Stream on - 52
De PalmaMovie · 2016 · 108m · DocumentaryFilmmakers share an intimate conversation about Martin Scorsese's 55-year career, his life, and how he makes movies, including revealing stories and many film clips.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0
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They Look Like PeopleMovie · 2016 · 80m · Drama, Horror, MysteryWhen Wyatt begins to suspect that people are turning into dangerous shapeshifters, he travels to New York City to find his childhood friend, Christian.Stream on - 54
The LureMovie · 2015 · 93m · Horror, Music, FantasyTwo mermaid sisters working at a nightclub are forced to make difficult and violent decisions when one of them develops feelings for a handsome human.Stream on - 55
Lace CraterMovie · 2015 · 83mDuring a weekend getaway to the Hamptons with friends, lonely Ruth, a woman in her mid-twenties who has had too much to drink, decides to sleep in a reportedly haunted guest house. There, she meets Michael, a ghostly figure, and they have a sexual encounter. As a result of this paranormal relationship, Ruth contracts an STD with serious consequences.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.0
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Midnight SpecialMovie · 2016 · 112m · Adventure, Drama, Science FictionWhen a father discovers his son has extraordinary abilities, they are forced to flee their home.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
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The Blackcoat's DaughterMovie · 2017 · 94m · Horror, MysteryDuring winter break, two students at an elite boarding school are tormented by a malevolent, unseen force after being left isolated on campus.Stream on - 58
Into the ForestMovie · 2016 · 101m · Drama, Science FictionSet in a near-future, two young women living in a secluded, ancient forest realize the world outside is collapsing. Isolated and with little information beyond whispers, they must battle threats from outsiders, disease, isolation, and dwindling food supplies.Stream on - 59
SouthboundMovie · 2015 · 89m · Fantasy, Thriller, HorrorFive stories unfold on a lonely desert highway. Two men flee their past, a band travels to a performance, a man tries to return home, a brother searches for his missing sister, and a family takes a trip. These narratives intersect as each character is forced to face their deepest fears and hidden secrets.Stream on - 60
The GuestsMovie · 2015 · 11mA woman and her baby have recently moved into a new house. Shortly after calling her mother, guests begin arriving. They seem to think it's a housewarming party. Hesitantly, she welcomes them inside, unaware that this is the start of a terrifying ordeal.IMDb 5.6 - 61
Creature Designers: The Frankenstein ComplexMovie · 2015 · 104m"The Frankenstein Complex" explores the history and artistry of filmmaking through behind-the-scenes footage, clips, and interviews with leading figures in the industry. The film features numerous stories and showcases a collection of impressive test footage, illustrating the evolution of filmmaking techniques. It's a loving tribute to the creators of monster movies throughout history.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2
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Hardcore HenryMovie · 2015 · 97m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionHenry, a recently revived cyborg, must rescue his wife and creator from AKAN, a ruthless tyrant with telekinetic abilities and a mercenary force. He is aided by Jimmy, his only lifeline. *Hardcore Henry* unfolds over a single day in Moscow, Russia, as Henry fights to complete his mission.Stream on - 63PeerMovie · 2015 · 18mA bus is attacked. Peer is the sole survivor of the incident, and he desperately attempts to reach his younger sister by phone.IMDb 8.5
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What We BecomeMovie · 2015 · 85m · Horror, ThrillerA family of four is confined to their house when a highly contagious flu sweeps through their town, forcing them to take desperate measures to survive.Stream on - 65BaardmosMovie · 2015 · 19mIn deep space, Izidoor anxiously awaits the arrival of a shipment of 'beard lichen.' This rare substance is essential for reviving Mister Le Prince, who is in suspended animation.IMDb 8.3
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The Cabinet of Dr. CaligariMovie · 1920 · 77mFrancis, a young man, remembers the disturbing events he and his fiancée Jane recently endured. Francis and his friend Alan visit The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, an exhibition where the enigmatic doctor displays the somnambulist Cesare, briefly awakening him from his deathlike slumber.Stream on - 67MaxiplaceMovie · 2014 · 20mMaxiplace promises a glimpse into tomorrow's living. A simple button activates a wall that slides open, expanding your home. But this convenience comes with a price – a constant financial burden and a direct cost to those around you.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0
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The WaveMovie · 2015 · 105m · Action, Thriller, DramaA massive landslide in Norway's Geirangerfjord creates a devastating, 300-foot-high tsunami. Caught in the chaos is a geologist.Stream on - 69You Will Fall AgainMovie · 2015 · 7mConfined to a locked room in a wheelchair, a man's precarious situation escalates when cracks begin to spread across the ceiling. As the room threatens to collapse around him, he desperately attempts to escape.IMDb 5.7
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EmbersMovie · 2015 · 85m · Drama, Science FictionFollowing a worldwide neurological event that wiped out memories, survivors struggle to find purpose and human connection in a world devoid of the past. The film presents five interconnected stories, each examining a distinct aspect of life in this future where history is lost.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.6
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DissonanceMovie · 2015 · 15mA pianist performs in a vast theater featuring a unique, rotating piano operated by his dwarf assistant. The theater is located within a massive, spherical city. He awakens to find himself a street musician with a restraining order, but he's determined to teach his daughter how to play the piano.Stream on - 72
Yakuza ApocalypseMovie · 2015 · 115m · Action, HorrorYoung Akira Kageyama becomes a vampire after being bitten by his dying boss, Genyo Kamiura. He must learn to control his newfound abilities before he can pursue revenge.Stream on - 73
KristenMovie · 2015 · 83mOn New Year’s Day, Kristen’s boyfriend Ivan takes her to her father’s cafe to clean up. Soon after, she begins receiving unsettling attention from a mysterious man. He calls her repeatedly, waits outside the cafe, and whistles. He also appears to know intimate details about Kristen's life.Stream on
