When a first-gen med-student uses his newfound telekinetic powers against a group of radicals, he basks in the limelight as the city’s newest superhero. He must then learn to put aside his attention-seeking antics in order to fight crime, save the world, and possibly even win the approval of his Middle Eastern parents.
A failed entrepreneur lives an easy-breezy life as an employee of a tacky California-themed beach hostel abroad, until an ambitious new guest searching for her own independence inspires him to take risks again and save his struggling workplace – home to an eccentric staff and unique guests from all over the world. Think White Lotus, but for poor people.
When a witch’s prophecy predicts the coming of a hero who will save a doomed kingdom, all hope is lost when the hero turns out to be an insufferable teenager. The stubborn witch must then help the “chosen one” become a better person in order to bring peace to their war-torn kingdom (and more importantly, uphold her precious reputation).
After AI wipes out humanity, a modern robot family takes in a group of human survivors disguised as less-developed AI. They must then learn to cohabit despite the clashing lifestyles between calculated robots and chaotic, irrational humans.
Upon being fined for drinking in public, a narcissist, a social justice warrior, a soon-to-be police officer, and an aspiring filmmaker embark on a misguided attempt to make a statement against law enforcement. Upon their success, they set off to tackle other injustices in the world – so long as it serves their selfish interests.
When a hopeful recent grad lands a job as an investment banker, he’s immediately disillusioned by the finance industry due to his obnoxious coworkers. Thus begins his journey to divert from the path his immigrant parents put him on.
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