SAMANSA Announces 3 New Short Films for First Week of June 2026

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  • SAMANSA Announces 3 New Short Films for First Week of June 2026
  • Short film streaming service SAMANSA will release three new titles on June 5, 2026: 'The Pearl Comb,' 'Love Allergy,' and 'Special You,' spanning gothic horror, romantic comedy, and a true-story human drama.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 4, 2026

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Short film streaming service SAMANSA will release three new titles on June 5, 2026: 'The Pearl Comb,' 'Love Allergy,' and 'Special You,' spanning gothic horror, romantic comedy, and a true-story human drama.

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SAMANSA Announces 3 New Short Films for First Week of June 2026 (June 4, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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June 4, 2026
Short film streaming service SAMANSA will release three new titles on June 5, 2026: 'The Pearl Comb,' 'Love Allergy,' and 'Special You,' spanning gothic horror, romantic comedy, and a true-story human drama.
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  • 📰 Published: June 4, 2026 at 20:54
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SAMANSA Inc. (Shibuya, Tokyo; CEO Yuichi Iwanaga) announced three new short films debuting June 5, 2026 on its streaming platform. 'The Pearl Comb' (dir. Ali Cook, 20m33s) is set in 1893 England, where a doctor investigates a fisherman's wife who mysteriously cured her tuberculosis, only to witness her terrifying hidden power. Cook, a professional magician, also stars as the doctor; the film draws on the history of the Edinburgh Seven and silenced women in medicine. 'Love Allergy' (dir. Steven Cornfield, 11m40s) follows 30-year-old Calvin, whose body triggers dizziness and breathing difficulties whenever he falls for someone, as he attempts a life-risking romance. 'Special You' (dir. Elizabeth Peace, 15m58s) is a true-story drama about a 6-year-old autistic boy named Michael whose older sister fights to prove his hidden talent. SAMANSA offers 500+ curated short films (under 30 min each) for 490 yen/month, available on browser, iOS, and Android.

FAQ

What new films did SAMANSA release in the first week of June 2026?

Three titles debuted on June 5, 2026: 'The Pearl Comb,' 'Love Allergy,' and 'Special You,' covering gothic horror, romantic comedy, and human drama genres.

What is SAMANSA's subscription price?

SAMANSA costs 490 yen per month and provides access to over 500 curated short films from around the world, all under 30 minutes.

What is 'The Pearl Comb' about?

Set in 1893 England, a doctor investigates a fisherman's wife who cured her tuberculosis, only to discover her terrifying hidden power. Inspired by the Edinburgh Seven history.

On which platforms is SAMANSA available?

SAMANSA is available on its browser-based web app, iOS (App Store), and Android (Google Play), enabling viewing across multiple devices.

What is 'Special You' based on?

It is a human drama based on a true story about a 6-year-old autistic boy named Michael, whose older sister strives to prove his hidden talent to doubting adults.

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