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Adventure · Whimsical tone · Happy ending

Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back (2017)

The mischievous Monkey King, alongside his companions Sandy and Pigsy, embarks on a dangerous journey westward with Tang Sanzang. As they travel, demonic forces emerge, challenging the group and forcing them to confront their inner struggles and the bonds of their loyalty. A series of intense battles tests their growth and ultimately reveals the true meaning of heroism.

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Action · Dark tone · Mixed ending

War on Everyone (2017)

Two morally flexible police officers, Terry and Bob, run a blackmail scheme, preying on both petty criminals and powerful figures. Their operation is lucrative until they cross a dangerous strip club owner and his shadowy employer. Unwittingly, they stumble upon a larger, sinister plot that threatens to expose their own reckless behavior and destroy everything they’ve built.

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Action · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

Bogan (2017)

A criminal swaps his body with that of the cop who is hunting him.​

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

Pork Pie (2017)

A quirky and unconventional group embark on a journey across New Zealand. They become accidental outlaws, challenging societal norms and seeking lost connections. Pursued by a relentless posse of police officers and fueled by intense media attention, their escapade becomes a chaotic and unforgettable adventure.

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Drama · Melancholic tone

Enakku Vaaitha Adimaigal (2017)

Following a painful breakup, a man dramatically announces his intention to end his life and subsequently disappears. His concerned friends then find themselves embroiled in a bewildering and unsettling search, facing a series of unexpected events and challenges as they desperately try to locate him. The experience tests their friendship and forces them to confront difficult truths about love and loss.

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Drama · Bleak tone · Bleak ending

Waiting for the Barbarians (2017)

A group of individuals grapples with modern anxieties and the search for meaning in a world saturated by social media. They seek guidance from a sorcerer in this unusual blend of performance art, ghost story, and exploration of consciousness.

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Drama · Dark tone · Bleak ending

Butterfly Kisses (2017)

Jake and his two best friends, Kyle and Jarred, navigate a challenging world shaped by sex and pornography as they try to find their place. Each young man struggles with personal demons, but Jake harbors a secret he desperately tries to conceal. Their journey explores the complexities of friendship, identity, and the pressures of growing up in a complicated environment.

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Adventure · Light tone · Happy ending

Sahara (2017)

A young cobra and his scorpion best friend go on a journey across the Sahara desert to save a new-found love.

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Drama · Dark tone · Sad ending

The Lure (2017)

Two mermaid sisters venture from their ocean home to 1980s Poland, drawn by the promise of music and adventure. They captivate audiences with their enchanting voices and mesmerizing beauty as they immerse themselves in the local club scene. However, as one sister falls for a human, the sisters confront complex issues of love, survival, and identity in this darkly comedic and musically rich coming-of-age story, exploring themes of exploitation and the challenges of growing up in a strange new world.

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Fantasy · Tense tone · Happy ending

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (2017)

A London lawyer and close friend of Dr. Henry Jekyll, Gabriel Utterson, investigates a disturbing connection his friend has to the sinister Edward Hyde. As Utterson delves deeper, he uncovers a shocking duality within Jekyll, a respected scientist grappling with the darker aspects of human nature. Set in Victorian England, the story explores themes of good versus evil and the consequences of unchecked ambition, revealing a horrifying transformation and a desperate struggle for redemption.

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Tense tone · Happy ending

Tears in the Rain (2017)

In a dystopian Los Angeles future, retirement engineer John Kampff is tasked with hunting down suspected Replicant Andy Smith. He soon discovers that identifying Replicants is extremely difficult and requires specialized technology. As John pursues Andy, he uncovers a complex web of deception and questions the nature of humanity itself.

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Drama · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

Beyond Dreams (2017)

Following a period of incarceration, Mirja struggles to reintegrate into society and find her place. She takes a job as a hotel cleaner, which leads her to begin living a secret life. Torn between her ailing mother and a close-knit group of friends who feel like her true family, she navigates complex relationships and faces difficult choices.

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Sport · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

'85: The Greatest Team in Pro Football History (2017)

This is the story of the legendary 1985 Chicago Bears, a team that became a cultural phenomenon. Follow their journey as they dominate the NFL, led by iconic players like Walter Payton, Jim McMahon, and William "The Refrigerator" Perry, under the leadership of Coach Mike Ditka. Witness their electrifying performances and unforgettable personalities that captivated fans and cemented their place in football history as one of the greatest teams ever assembled.

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Drama · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

Duckweed (2017)

When a son attempts to reconcile with his father, a series of fateful events allow him to experience the father’s life in the past.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

Kung Fu Yoga (2017)

A renowned archaeologist, Jack, joins a team in India searching for a lost treasure, the legendary Pandya Stone. Their expedition is disrupted when they are ambushed by mercenaries also seeking the artifact. Jack must use his archaeological knowledge and kung fu skills to protect the treasure and his team, leading them on a thrilling and dangerous journey across the globe.

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Action · Dark tone · Happy ending

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2017)

With humanity facing extinction, Alice confronts her deepest fears and battles the Umbrella Corporation's schemes. Her mission is to reclaim The Hive, the unsettling heart of Raccoon City's destruction and the key to the corporation's ultimate plan. She must face relentless hordes of the undead and powerful new enemies in a final, desperate fight for survival.

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Adventure · Bittersweet tone · Happy ending

A Dog's Purpose (2017)

Through multiple reincarnations across five decades, a devoted dog seeks to discover the purpose of its existence, forming deep connections with various humans. Each life brings a unique experience and a renewed sense of purpose, often intertwined with a special bond with a boy named Ethan. The dog's journey explores themes of love, loyalty, and the enduring impact we have on one another's lives.

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Horror · Tense tone · Bleak ending

The Man in the Shadows (2017)

A photographer's life takes a terrifying turn when she begins to be haunted by a menacing figure she sees in her dreams—a man always wearing a brimmed hat. As he relentlessly stalks her, her grip on reality weakens. Desperate for answers, she encounters a mysterious stranger who claims to possess knowledge of the Hat Man’s disturbing origins and the secrets he holds.

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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Fall (2017)

At Niagara Falls, Father Sam’s peaceful life as a Roman Catholic priest is shattered by a resurfaced secret from his past. A fragmented memory of an encounter with a young boy decades earlier haunts him, forcing him to question his actions and confront a potential lapse in judgment. As he struggles to reconcile his faith with a possible moral failing, he seeks redemption and grapples with his own fallibility.

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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Get the Girl (2017)

A wealthy and charming man stages a fake kidnapping in an elaborate attempt to win the affections of the woman he desires. However, the situation spirals out of control when an accidental death occurs, plunging him into a dangerous game of deception and intrigue. Now, he must protect the woman he initially targeted while concealing his true intentions and evading those who suspect his involvement in the escalating crisis.

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War · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

The Age of Consequences (2017)

Rising global challenges like water shortages and extreme weather are contributing to a new age of conflict. Through interviews with veteran policymakers and military officials, the film explores how climate-related stressors exacerbate societal tensions, leading to unrest and violence in vulnerable areas. Unchecked, these factors risk fueling terrorism, mass migrations, and the collapse of governments, posing a significant threat to global peace and security in the years to come.

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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending

Confidential Assignment (2017)

A skilled North Korean detective, Im Chul-Ryung, is dispatched to the South to apprehend Cha Ki-Sung, a refugee crime boss. He unexpectedly teams up with South Korean detective Kang Jin-Tae, creating a unique partnership between the two Koreas. Together, they must overcome cultural differences and navigate a dangerous criminal underworld to bring down Cha Ki-Sung and his organization, marking a significant moment of cooperation between the nations.

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Adventure · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Dark Side of Dimensions (2017)

Years after their iconic duel, Yugi Muto and Seto Kaiba find themselves challenged by a mysterious new threat that transcends dimensions. They must confront powerful adversaries and confront a darkness linked to their past, uncovering long-lost secrets and facing a formidable opponent seeking to dominate the world of Yu-Gi-Oh!.

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Adventure · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Gold (2017)

In the Indonesian jungle, charismatic prospector Kenny Wells and a skilled geologist forge an uneasy partnership in search of gold. Driven by a hunch and facing dangerous terrain, they venture deep into the wilderness, hoping to strike it rich. However, their quest for fortune tests their relationship and pushes them to their limits as they confront the harsh realities of the environment and the pursuit of wealth.

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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

The Salesman (2017)

A traveling salesman and his wife, who are performing Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" in Tehran, find their lives disrupted when they are caught up in a disturbing incident. The husband grapples with a moral dilemma, torn between seeking retribution and confronting the complexities of forgiveness. As he struggles with his emotions, the lines between the play he performs and his own reality begin to blur, leading him down a path of emotional turmoil and potential danger.

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Comedy · Bittersweet tone · Happy ending

The Yuppie Fantasia 3 (2017)

Leung Foon's life has been marked by three significant upheavals: his transformation into a man, his marriage and subsequent feeling of being controlled, and the loss of his daughter when she was eight. These experiences hardened him, leading him to become a ruthless businessman and a devoted employee of a company chairman. Wealthy and seemingly content, Leung Foon is haunted by the fact that his former wife has not witnessed his personal growth. When his daughter unexpectedly returns, he is forced to confront his past and learn how to be a father again, ultimately finding the courage to reclaim his youth and sense of adventure.

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Drama · Tense tone · Happy ending

Attraction (2017)

Following the crash of an alien spacecraft in Russia, the arrival of extraterrestrial beings sparks widespread uncertainty and fear. As people witness the aliens and their vessel, many begin to question the nature of reality and humanity’s place in the universe. Simultaneously, a segment of the population insists that the aliens should be expelled from Earth, leading to escalating tensions and a profound societal crisis.

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Thriller · Tense tone · Happy ending

Adhe Kangal (2017)

The journey of a blind chef through a newfound love, a retrieved vision and an invigorating journey of twists, turns and answers along the way.

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Drama · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

My Blind Date with Life (2017)

An ambitious young man struggles to achieve his dream of becoming an employee in a Munich luxury hotel despite being strongly visually impaired.

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Drama · Dark tone · Mixed ending

Dead Leaves (2017)

An elderly couple finds unexpected company when a young man begins visiting their isolated, abandoned farm each night. As they share their evenings together, long-buried memories resurface, blurring the lines between dreams and nightmares and revealing a shared past. The couple must confront their history as unsettling truths come to light.

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Action · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Kaabil (2017)

Rohan, a kind and happy man who has been blind since birth, works as a voice-over artist. He meets Supriya, a fiercely independent woman who is also blind, and the two fall in love and marry. Their happiness is shattered when Supriya becomes a victim of a brutal crime. Rohan then embarks on a perilous journey, seeking justice and revenge against those responsible for her suffering.

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Action · Dark tone · Sad ending

Raees (2017)

In a bustling city where illegal alcohol thrives, Raees Alam has built a powerful empire. However, his reign is threatened by the arrival of ACP Majmudar, a determined police officer intent on bringing him down. To safeguard his business and evade capture, Raees must use every ounce of his intelligence and resourcefulness to stay ahead of the law and maintain control.

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Action · Dark tone · Ambiguous ending

Shinjuku Swan II (2017)

Tatsuhiko Shiratori works as a talent scout, seeking out young women for the adult entertainment industry. After relocating from Shinjuku, Tokyo, to Yokohama, he finds himself in direct competition with Masaki Taki, the CEO of a rival scouting company. The ensuing conflict creates tension and challenges for Tatsuhiko as he navigates the competitive landscape.

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Fantasy · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Black Butler: Book of the Atlantic (2017)

Ciel discovers rumors of the Aurora Society, an organization seemingly dedicated to resurrecting the deceased. Their next gathering is planned aboard the Campania, a ship crossing the Atlantic. Unwilling to risk their activities going unnoticed, Ciel prepares to investigate. To his frustration, Elizabeth "Lizzy" Midford is also traveling on the Campania, forcing him to join the voyage and confront the potential threat alongside her.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017)

Having left the spy world, Xander Cage is coaxed out of retirement to confront a new threat. A brilliant and nihilistic hacker known only as Bishop has developed a revolutionary technology capable of controlling all military satellites, putting the world at risk. To stop him, Xander reluctantly returns and gathers a team of skilled and extreme athletes. As he delves deeper into the mission, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving powerful figures within the government, leading to a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.

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Thriller · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Split (2017)

Kevin, a man with 23 distinct personalities under the care of Dr. Fletcher, finds himself harboring a dangerous, previously unknown persona. When Casey and her friends arrive, Kevin's carefully constructed stability begins to unravel, triggering a terrifying escalation of psychological turmoil. As his personalities clash and merge, the situation spirals out of control, endangering everyone nearby and pushing the boundaries of his own fractured mind.

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Family · Light tone · Happy ending

Alibi.com (2017)

Greg establishes Alibi.com, a company specializing in creating custom alibis for clients, with the help of his associate Augustin and new employee Medhi. They design elaborate stratagems to conceal clients' activities, but Greg's life becomes complicated when he meets Flo, a woman suspicious of dishonesty. His secret profession is threatened when he discovers Flo’s father, Gérard, is also a client. The situation escalates during a meeting with Gérard’s family, forcing Greg to confront the potential exposure of his unusual business.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol (2017)

Panchayat Secretary Ullahanan finds his routine life transformed when a college reunion sparks a renewed sense of excitement and purpose within his twenty-year marriage. He rediscovers a deeper connection with his wife and a newfound appreciation for the simple joys he had previously overlooked. This unexpected turn of events brings a fresh perspective and a revitalized love into his everyday existence.

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Romance · Bittersweet tone · Happy ending

Beautiful Manasugalu (2017)

A romance-comedy film directed by Jayatheertha, starring Sathish Ninasam and Sruthi Hariharan in the lead roles.

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

Take the 10 (2017)

A charismatic drug dealer and his small-town store manager friend find their unlikely bond challenged when they attend a vibrant hip-hop concert. As music and excitement fill the air, they encounter unexpected adventures and a chaotic atmosphere that tests the limits of their friendship and forces them to confront difficult choices.

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