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Street Fighter (2006)
Estranged street fighters Ryu and Ken Masters get thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament -- a brutal clash of fists, fate and fury. However, behind the battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons from their past.
Beetlejuice (1998)
Following a freak accident, the blissful Maitlands now rest in peace. But nothing lasts forever--while stuck in limbo, a mysterious force sends the ghostly pair back to the realm of the living. However, fate plays cruel tricks on mortals--now, insufferable New York yuppies Charles and Delia Deetz occupy the Maitlands' lovingly decorated New England home. Unfortunately, the Maitlands' haunting skills are pathetic, and sharing their beloved house with the obnoxious invaders is out of the question. Under those grave circumstances, only Beetlejuice--a manic, rotten-toothed veteran exorcist--can rid the place of unwanted guests. But what happens if the cure is worse than the disease?
Tim Burton's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1995)
Charlie, a young boy from an impoverished family, and four other children win a tour of an amazing chocolate factory run by an imaginative chocolatier, Willy Wonka, and his staff of Oompa-Loompas.
Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands (2020)
Edward has all the essential ingredients for today's standard body, with the exception of a pair of hands. For what is initially thought to be a temporary period, he is fitted with long, scissor-like extremities that, while able to trim a mean hedge, are hardly conducive to day-to-day life. When the kindly inventor dies, however, Edward is left lonely and cursed with some very heavy metal for hands. He is eventually taken in by Peg Boggs (Dianne Weist), an Avon lady who takes pity on him after seeing his bleak existence. Edward, in spite of his inherent ability to slay anyone he comes across, is a gentle soul whose only wish is to be loved. His impromptu family has, at best, a limited understanding of Edward, but he finds himself drawn to Peg's weary but sympathetic daughter, Kim, who is dating Jim, the neighbourhood bully. Meanwhile, Edward finds himself a local celebrity after the town realizes that his talents include creative hedge trimming and an unrivalled ability to cut hair. His so-called friends are proven fair-weather when Edward is accused of a crime, after which his only supporters are Peg and Kim.
First Flight of the Lantern (2012)
Test pilot Hal Jordan's existence undergoes a profound transformation upon inheriting a formidable ring from the expiring extraterrestrial Green Lantern, Abin Sur. Following his transportation to the celestial world of Oa, Hal participates in demanding preparation under the tutelage of Kilowog and acquires comprehensive understanding of the Green Lantern Corps' obligations. He encounters conflict with the autocratic Sinestro, who maintains that fear constitutes the fundamental mechanism for preserving societal order. Upon the disclosure of Sinestro's oppressive tactics, Hal orchestrates an operation to neutralize his threat.
Batman III (2012)
當高譚市接連遭遇恐怖攻擊時，蝙蝠俠著手調查幕後真相，卻發現始作俑者竟是自己昔日的一位宿敵。秘密組織「刺客聯盟」的強大領袖——雷霄古（Ra's al Ghul）——已發動一場波及全球的全面衝突，蝙蝠俠必須獨自阻止其陰謀得逞。 (When a succession of terrorist attacks has been perpetrated throughout Gotham, Batman commences his investigation into the underlying causes, only to uncover that the perpetrator is a former adversary from his past. Ra's al Ghul, the formidable commander of the clandestine organization known as The League of Assassins, has initiated a comprehensive global conflict, and Batman alone must prevent him from succeeding.)
The Da Vinci Code (1996)
Symbologist Robert Langdon travels from Paris to London to unravel a bizarre murder. Accompanied by a cryptographer, he soon comes across a religious enigma protected by an age-old secret society.
League of Justice (2011)
A strange alien crash results in the emergence of numerous starfish parasites that attach themselves to and manipulate the populace, all while the enigmatic herald known as Starro the Conqueror schemes to subjugate and enslave every form of life throughout the cosmos, which leads to the unification of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Atlantic king of the underwaters Aquaman, and the Flash, who are summoned by the telepathic extra-terrestrial Martian Manhunter to establish the Justice League, with the hope of countering this immense cosmic menace.
The Dark Knight / Man of Tomorrow: The World's Finest (2010)
Set in the aftermath of Man of Steel, master strategist Edward Nygma, who discovered his passion for puzzles in childhood and later adopted the alias "The Riddler," arrives in Metropolis. He is accompanied by his accomplice, Otis Flannegan, a deranged, homicidal individual who resides in the sewers and possesses the ability to control and communicate with rats. Together, they successfully steal a Kryptonite statue and strike a deal with billionaire Lex Luthor to eliminate Superman in exchange for the demise of Batman and a payment of $1 billion. Meanwhile, Batman, having uncovered the Riddler's intentions, successfully tracks him to his current hideout. This leads to a confrontation between the caped crusader and Superman, where, despite their differences, they must collaborate to thwart both Luthor and the Riddler. The urgency escalates when it is revealed that Flannegan, while executing Riddler's scheme, has kidnapped Lois Lane, Superman's love interest.
Superman: Man of Steel (2009)
Just prior to the annihilation of the planet Krypton, scientist Jor-El sends his infant son Kal-El aboard a spacecraft to Earth for his protection. Raised by the benevolent farmers Jonathan and Martha Kent, who name him Clark Kent, young Clark pledges to utilize his extraordinary abilities for the benefit of humanity as 'Superman.' He subsequently secures a position as a reporter for the Daily Planet in Metropolis, where he collaborates with fellow journalist Lois Lane to uncover the misdeeds of corrupt billionaire Lex Luthor. However, this endeavour will provoke the ire of Metallo, formerly known as John Corben, a radioactive cyborg intelligence reliant on Green Kryptonite for his energy supply.
A Princess of Themyscira: The Wonder Woman Story (2009)
Diana, an Amazonian princess from the island of Themyscira, which is exclusively inhabited by women, has spent nearly her entire life there without encountering a single man. However, her life takes a turn when an American Airforce fighter pilot and spy named Steve Trevor crash-lands on the island. Upon their meeting, Steve informs Diana about a conflict raging between nations, prompting her to decide to leave her home and accompany Steve in his mission to resolve it. It soon becomes evident that this turmoil is being manipulated by Ares, the god of war, who harbours disdain for humanity's imperfections, alongside Doctor Poison, a notorious female war criminal recognized for her exceptional intellect in chemistry and toxicology. Aware that these two must be thwarted at all costs, Diana embarks on a quest to stop them and alleviate the impending suffering, a journey that will ultimately transform her into the renowned superheroine Wonder Woman.
The Batman, Chapter 2: The Long Halloween (2008)
In Gotham City, it is June, and Johnny Viti, the nephew of Carmine "The Roman" Falcone, is set to marry on the hottest day of the year. The Roman presides over a complex crime family that dominates Gotham. However, the Falcone organization is in urgent need of a method to launder their illicit profits, and the Roman identifies the Gotham City Bank as a potential solution. To facilitate this, he has leveraged his influence over several members of the bank's board of directors, including its president, Richard Daniel, to persuade them to engage with his family's operations. Taking advantage of his nephew's wedding, Falcone attempts to sway Bruce Wayne as well, but Wayne remains unconvinced and departs in anger. The Roman expresses his disappointment to his bodyguard Milos regarding Wayne's rejection, yet he reassures himself that there are still enough votes to secure the deal.
The Flash: Don't Stop Me Now (2007)
Barry Allen, a forensic scientist by profession, experienced the tragic loss of his mother to murder during his childhood, which propelled him into a relentless quest to uncover the identity of her killer, armed only with the vague and elusive clue of a yellow blur that haunted his memories, and it was during a freak incident involving an artificial lightning storm that fate intervened, striking him with a bolt of lightning that not only transformed him physically but also awakened within him the profound realization that he had been subconsciously striving to emulate the extraordinary figures he had always idolized and sought after throughout his life.
Rise of The Martian Manhunter (2006)
J’onn J’onzz, a Martian in disguise as an inspector for the Middleton Police, finds himself amidst a series of bizarre murders that he investigates both as the Martian Manhunter and as John Jones, only to discover that these heinous acts are not of this world and may be intricately linked to his own mysterious past.
The Batman: Year One (2005)
In the wake of the heart-breaking and tragic murder of his beloved parents, Thomas and Martha Wayne, the young boy known as Bruce Wayne finds himself consumed by an overwhelming sense of grief and an insatiable thirst for justice, as he stands in the shadowy, dark alleyways of Gotham City, where he witnessed the horrific crime unfold before his very eyes, leaving him haunted by the senseless violence that took away his family, and thus he makes a solemn vow to dedicate his life to ridding his city of the pervasive corruption that plagues it.
Kong (2001)
An aspiring filmmaker assembles a team and a down-on-her-luck actress to explore the mysterious Skull Island. There, the island's primitive inhabitants abduct the actress, intending to offer her as a sacrifice to a colossal gorilla known as Kong. The crew manages to save her and captures the mighty ape, transporting him to New York City for a public display, culminating in a heart-breaking finale.
H. G. Wells' The Island of Dr. Moreau (2000)
Once he gets shipwrecked, biologist Dr. Edward Prendick is stranded on a remote Pacific island. He discovers that mad scientist Dr. Moreau performs grotesque vivisections to transform animals into human-like "Beast Folk," leading to chaos, violence, and a breakdown of moral order when the creations rebel.
The Avengers: The Ultron Evolution (2004)
After several months of collaboration, Tony Stark and Hank Pym complete Project Ultron and proceed to activate it. The Artificial Intelligence powers up in Tony's laboratory at Stark Tower, and the initial tests appear to be flawless. They have successfully mapped the human mind onto an AI, intending for it to assume the role of Earth's primary protector. Subsequently, Hank and Tony upload the AI into a mechanical body composed of a combination of vibranium and adamantium. This model is designated as Ultron Prime, as the two plan to upload the remainder of Ultron's program into the numerous additional bodies they have constructed for him. However, Hank starts to observe some unusual errors within the AI, indicating that something may be amiss with Ultron.
X2: Age of Sentinels (2004)
In response to a wave of attacks and insurrections instigated by mutants that incite widespread fear across the United States, the government, in a bid to regain control and restore a sense of security among its citizens, initiates Project Sentinel, a clandestine initiative spearheaded by the brilliant scientist Bolivar Trask, aimed at developing advanced robots specifically designed for hunting down mutants, while, on the surface, these Sentinels are marketed to the public as noble "protectors of humanity," a façade that is soon shattered as the underlying reality of their true purpose is revealed.
The Incredible Hulk Part 2 (2003)
In an effort to devise methods for containing the Hulk should he ever succumb to a state of 'madness', the American government, acting under the directives of General Thaddeus Ross, embarks on a series of experiments involving soldiers, wherein they combine gamma rays with the super-soldier serum in hopes of achieving a viable solution.
