[SAMANSA Inc.] [SAMANSA] Announces new short film lineup for the third week of October! Four films will be released, including an animated film depicting the worst racing accident in history and a one-scene romance where chance and necessity intersect!
SAMANSA Co., Ltd. Press release: October 16, 2025 To Members of the Press [SAMANSA] Announces lineup of new short films for the third week of October! Four films will be released, including an animated film depicting the worst racing accident in history and a one-scene romance where chance and necessity intersect! SAMANSA New Releases Lineup for the Third Week of October
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/82116/63/82116-63-b69dc18327a8604ebf572c5bd1889fe7-960×540.jpg Synopsis: A man is on the subway when an app tells him that he has a 97% chance of finding someone he’s compatible with. With only a limited time left until the last stop, he desperately searches through the crowds for that person. Will the woman of his dreams appear before his very eyes, just as the app predicted? Director: Ben Brand Running Time: 8 minutes 9 seconds 2. “Le Mans 1955” Synopsis: In 1955, at the Le Mans race, French racing driver Pierre Levey’s car crashed into the grandstand, sending flames and debris rippling through the crowd. The scene, where so many lives were lost, is depicted with the power that only animation can provide. How will people cope with this tragedy? Director: Quentin Baillieux Work time: 15 minutes 13 seconds Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/82116/63/82116-63-34e8bae1c3ec97d89e9fba5a3c71e35d-960×540.jpg Synopsis: All Grandma needs is the number 23 bingo ball! Will she be able to get it back despite all the stumbling and flipping? Director: Patrick Schoenmaker Work time: 2 minutes 39 seconds 4. “Pysanka” Synopsis: Erika and Anna meet again at a cafe for the first time in a long time and enjoy a peaceful conversation. But suddenly, Erika’s expression changes completely, and she declares, “There’s something behind you.” What is this presence that only she can see? Director: Jorge Yudice Work time: 16 minutes 5 seconds
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/82116/63/82116-63-4578a76608ddc48d80221bc5d8fd5722-960×540.jpg 《Comments from the Staff》 This week’s recommended film is “Le Mans 1955.” Set in the 24-hour race held annually in Le Mans, France, the film depicts the worst accident in motorsports history that occurred in 1955. The tension created by the protagonist, who dreams of winning, and the people around him draws us into an artistic and dark worldview before we even realize it. One of the joys of short films is that they provide an opportunity to learn about new worlds. ◆What is SAMANSA
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/82116/63/82116-63-368b57338544f592474a9c57b0ba2a35-1516×628.png SAMANSA is a streaming service specializing in short films. For a monthly fee of ¥490, we offer carefully selected titles from around the world, currently streaming over 600 short films (as of September 2025). With screening times of under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a movie experience tailored to various daily situations, such as your commute or spare moments. In addition, by directly licensing content with creators around the world, we deliver a diverse range of content not available on other domestic VOD services. We aim to create a new culture where movies can be enjoyed more freely and easily. Name: Short film streaming service “SAMANSA” Browser app site:
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