Etusivu » Scanbox

Studio: Scanbox

Browse all posts

Published:

The Way Way Back

A lonely teenage boy, Duncan (Liam James), dives into the summer of his life with the hilarious staff of a water park. During his beach town vacation, Duncan grows distant from his mother (Toni Collette), who is determined to make her relationship work. He sees through his mother’s party-loving boyfriend (Steve Carell) and the shallow attempts at family bonding, struggling to find his place amidst the chaos. A fun and unexpected friendship with the charismatic water park manager (Sam Rockwell) and a crew of quirky employees helps Duncan rise from the depths back into the sunlight.

Note: Not available for DVD or Blu-ray distribution.

Published:

Heavy Trip

Turo, a small northern village’s own son, doesn’t care about hockey or fixing cars. In his free time, he is the lead singer of the hardest (and only) metal band in the area. Through a series of unexpected events, Turo and his bandmates get the chance of a lifetime—to leave their hometown behind and take the stage at Norway’s biggest heavy metal festival. The news spreads like wildfire, and the entire village celebrates their success. However, getting there won’t be that easy.

Turo’s heart is thrown into turmoil by the lovely Miia, a florist, who also happens to be admired by the village’s local celebrity—smooth-talking schlager star and Turo’s arch-nemesis, Jouni Tulkku. On their journey to the festival, Turo must overcome his stage fright to prove to himself, his bandmates, and Miia that he is a man of his word. But achieving this goal becomes even more challenging when the band accidentally sparks the first armed conflict in history between Finland and Norway—and takes a detour straight into the Vikings’ hell.

Published:

Lee

Lee is a compelling biographical drama in which Kate Winslet delivers a powerful performance as photographer Lee Miller. Directed by Ellen Kuras, the film tells the extraordinary story of Miller’s life—how she transitioned from the fashion world and art circles of the 1920s into a fearless war photographer. Her work on the frontlines of World War II was not just about documentation but also a profound journey toward confronting the horrors of war and her own past.

The film portrays Miller’s relentless pursuit of exposing the brutal reality of war and its impact on people. One of history’s most famous war photographs—Miller in the bathtub of Hitler’s residence—holds special significance in the film. The cast also includes Alexander Skarsgård, Josh O’Connor, and Marion Cotillard. Lee is a powerful story of courage, the search for truth, and the lasting scars of war.

Published:

Freud’s Last Session

London, September 3, 1939. Sigmund Freud (Anthony Hopkins), known as the father of psychoanalysis, invites writer and theologian C.S. Lewis (Matthew Goode) to his home. Freud and his family had fled Hitler’s forces from Vienna the previous year. On an autumn day, these two of the past century’s most brilliant minds engage in a profound and intimate session, discussing topics such as the future of humanity, the existence of God, and human relationships. (Source: Scanbox)

Published:

Gracie & Pedro: Pets to the Rescue

Paws to the Rescue! – An Unexpected Adventure is a 2024 animated film that follows the surprising journey of two very different pets: Molly, a refined pedigree dog, and Pelle, a wild stray cat. When they get separated from their family amidst the chaos of moving, they must work together to find their way back home. Along the way, they encounter a variety of funny and unique animals who help them realize that their worlds may not be as different as they first thought.

Published:

The Christmas Classic

Elizabeth travels to her childhood hometown to purchase the town’s aging ski resort on behalf of her future father-in-law. To her dismay, the resort’s owner, Randy, turns out to be her old classmate, who flat-out refuses to sell. Reluctantly and against her plans, Elizabeth ends up staying in town for Christmas, reuniting with her family. Her sister Lynn is determined to win the town’s annual ski race, the “Christmas Classic,” for the tenth time, but this year, Elizabeth is set on beating her sister. As the charm of her old hometown—and especially her former classmate Randy—begins to win her over, Elizabeth finds herself at a crossroads: back home awaits her wealthy but controlling fiancé, but could this be her chance for something real, for true love?

Published:

Damaged

Damaged is a crime drama and thriller film starring Samuel L. Jackson as Chicago detective Dan Lawson. He is called to Scotland to investigate a brutal string of murders with methods eerily similar to a case he worked on five years earlier. Teaming up with local detective Walter Bravo (Vincent Cassel), Lawson is forced to confront harrowing secrets as the murder cases intertwine with increasingly personal threats.

The film combines intense crime investigation with psychological suspense, set against the dark landscapes of Scotland.

Published:

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute offers a new interpretation of the classic Nutcracker story. The film combines traditional ballet, fairy tales, and fantasy elements, while also incorporating musical moments, and is particularly aimed at families and children.
Plot:

The film’s main character is a young girl named Maria, who faces several challenges in the lead-up to Christmas. She longs for an escape from her everyday life and finds herself in a magical world, where she discovers that her toy, the Nutcracker, is actually a real prince who has been turned into a toy by the evil Mouse Queen’s curse. Along the way, Maria encounters magical creatures and embarks on an adventure in an enchanting world filled with danger and magic.

The story follows the traditional Nutcracker plot but introduces new elements, such as the magic flute, which plays a crucial role in the film’s storyline. The flute has special significance, helping Maria and the Nutcracker in their quest to save the kingdom and break the curse of the evil queen.
Themes:

The film highlights Christmas themes such as courage, friendship, love, and hope. Through the fantasy and fairy-tale world, the film brings the classic Nutcracker story to life, while adding exciting new elements and visually stunning animation. Music is a key part of the film, with beautiful musical performances that enhance its magical atmosphere.

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute is a heartwarming and visually captivating animated film, perfect for the whole family to watch during the Christmas season.

Published:

Back to Black

Back to Black tells the story of Amy Winehouse’s journey to stardom before her untimely death at 27. It follows the young woman behind the phenomenon and the turbulent relationship, heavily scrutinized by the tabloids, that gave birth to her iconic songs. Amy Winehouse poured everything into her lyrics—her love, her sorrow, and her soul

Published:

May December

Gracie and Joe appear to be living a peaceful family life as a married couple and parents of three children, despite the scandal that erupted twenty years earlier when the 36-year-old woman had a relationship with a 13-year-old boy. Their everyday life is disrupted when a famous actress, Elizabeth, moves in to conduct background research for a movie about their lives, in which Elizabeth plays Gracie. Unraveling the inappropriate love story brings long-buried feelings and uncomfortable truths about the couple’s past to the surface.