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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Bag It (2011)

An everyday man vows to quit using plastic bags at the grocery store, thinking it’s a modest habit change. As he sticks to his promise, the decision spirals into a profound wake‑up call about how pervasive single‑use plastics have become. He discovers the personal and environmental costs of our throwaway culture and begins to explore practical steps we can all take right now to curb plastic waste and protect the planet.

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Drama · Dark tone · Happy ending

Throat Song (2011)

In a remote Canadian Arctic community, Ippik, a young Inuit woman trapped in an abusive relationship, endures daily trauma. As she reaches out to other survivors of violence, she discovers solidarity and support, gradually reclaiming her autonomy and finding her voice amid the harsh, isolated landscape.

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Drama · Tense tone

Mercenaries (2011)

Outgunned, outnumbered, and operating outside the law, ex‑British S.A.S. operative Andy Marlow now works as a mercenary. After a military coup erupts in the Balkans, he is tasked with infiltrating the hostile region to locate and extract a U.S. ambassador and his aide, navigating fierce opposition and danger at every turn.

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Music · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

Bora Bora (2011)

15‑year‑old Mia feels isolated at school and pressured by her mother. Running is her only peace, and she excels. On a downtown street she meets 16‑year‑old Zack, who leads teens surviving as pickpockets and craving independence. Mia joins them, but police pressure makes life dangerous, forcing her to decide whether to keep evading her problems or confront them.

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Drama · Tense tone · Sad ending

Mambattiyan (2011)

Directed by Thiagarajan, this 2011 Tamil action film stars his son Prashanth as the eponymous Mambattiyan. The ensemble includes Meera Jasmine, Prakash Raj, Vadivelu and Mumaith Khan in key roles. It is a remake of Thiagarajan’s own 1983 blockbuster of the same name, which originally featured Saritha alongside him.

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Drama · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Caged (2011)

Stella, long suppressed, finally embraces her hidden desires, adopting the “unicorn” lifestyle of a single woman who frequents sex clubs and erotic parties. Her husband discovers the affair but can only grant her the freedom she craves, hoping it’s a phase. Suddenly, Stella awakens unconscious in a basement cell, later joined by Christine, a woman her age. As they share their pasts, Christine suspects Stella’s hedonistic choices led to their captivity.

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Thriller · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

247°F (2011)

Four friends head to a lakeside cabin for a relaxing weekend, but the getaway quickly turns into a nightmare when three of them become locked in a sauna that climbs to 247°F. As the temperature rises, every minute counts and they must battle the intense heat to stay alive.

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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

The Debt (2011)

Rachel Singer, a former Mossad agent, is drawn back into a dangerous mission when a Nazi war criminal resurfaces decades after he was presumed dead. Forced to confront her past, she must revisit the traumatic events of a previous operation and grapple with the consequences of choices made long ago. As she investigates, Rachel uncovers unsettling truths and faces a moral reckoning that threatens to unravel her present.

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Romance · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending

Pranayam (2011)

Life feels richer than a dream as Menon unexpectedly meets his former wife Grace. Grace, now devoted to her bedridden husband Mathew, loves him deeply. The film follows their intersecting paths, exploring love’s many facets—past affection, present devotion, and the bittersweet ties that bind hearts together.

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Action · Tense tone

Hindsight (2011)

Someone came into my… A young assassin is sent to kill a retired mob boss. But things get complicated when she begins to like him.

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

Zombadings 1: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington (2011)

A teenage boy is cursed so that when he reaches adulthood he will become gay. As the curse takes effect, he must confront his feelings for the girl he’s always loved and the sudden attraction to his best male friend, wrestle with his own homophobia, and evade a deranged gay killer on the loose.

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Action · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

Mankatha (2011)

Vinayak, a suspended police officer, teams up with four men to pull off a daring heist of 500 crore rupees from a cricket betting operation. As the loot is divided, treachery erupts within the group, sparking a relentless cat‑and‑mouse chase as allies become enemies and the law closes in.

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Action · Light tone · Bittersweet ending

Bodyguard (2011)

Lovely Singh, a dedicated and overprotective bodyguard, finds his assignment to safeguard the independent Divya unexpectedly disruptive to her college experience. Their initial interactions involve a playful chase as she attempts to evade his watchful eye. However, as they spend more time together, a deeper connection forms, uncovering hidden truths and drawing them into a complicated situation of secrets and deception. They must then confront their feelings and question their loyalties as the truth is revealed.

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Thriller · Dark tone · Bleak ending

Children of the Corn: Genesis (2011)

They hope a future is possible only by confronting the past. Lost and stranded, Tim and Allie find refuge in a remote desert compound. The compound’s eerie, Manson‑inspired overseer, Preacher, reluctantly lets them in, warning them to leave by morning and forbidding any wandering beyond where they’re invited, within his domain.

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

Teja Bhai and Family (2011)

When a Malaysian gangster falls for an Indian woman, he abandons his criminal pursuits and travels to India to win her father's blessing for marriage. His earnest attempts clash with family expectations and cultural differences, sparking a series of comedic misadventures as he navigates love, loyalty, and the absurdities of his new, law‑abiding life.

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Horror · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

A Night in the Woods (2011)

Brody, his girlfriend Kerry, and their friend Leo set out for a hike in Dartmoor, but a night of camping quickly spirals into terror. Jealousy, sexual tension, and strained relationships erupt, and collective paranoia mounts as a darker, unseen force stalks the ancient, eerie woods. The trio must confront what hunts them and fight to survive the night.

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Drama · Light tone · Happy ending

What Happens Next (2011)

After wealthy businessman Paul Greco (Jon Lindstrom) retires early, his domineering sister Elise (Wendy Malick) pressures him to settle down with a partner of her choosing. Instead, Paul becomes drawn to Andy (Chris Murrah), a charming gay man he meets at a dog park, and the two forge a close friendship that challenges Elise’s plans.

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Thriller · Dark tone · Bleak ending

Panic Button (2011)

Four friends win a trip with their favorite social network and board a private plane to New York. During the flight they’re invited to try a new online game as part of the in‑flight entertainment. Trapped at 30,000 feet, the game becomes deadly, forcing them to fight for their own lives and those of their families, revealing the terrifying consequences of living online.

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Action · Dark tone · Ambiguous ending

Colombiana (2011)

Growing up in Bogota, a young girl witnesses the violent murder of her parents, an event that irrevocably shapes her destiny. Fifteen years later, she has become Cataleya, a highly skilled and ruthless assassin. Driven by a relentless desire for vengeance against the crime lord Don Luis, she systematically targets his associates, leaving behind carefully placed clues as she closes in on her ultimate goal.

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Thriller · Dark tone · Bleak ending

Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (2011)

While staying with her father and his new girlfriend in a historic Blackwood Manor, young Sally discovers a hidden cellar with small, black-fingered creatures. Initially fascinated, she soon realizes these beings are malevolent and demand to be let out. As the entities grow bolder, terrorizing the family, Sally must find a way to convince her father and his girlfriend that the horrors she’s witnessing are real, before they too become victims of the darkness lurking below.

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

Our Idiot Brother (2011)

Three sisters find themselves unexpectedly needing to help their good-hearted but clueless brother, Ned. After a breakup and losing his family farm, Ned moves in with each sister in turn, disrupting their carefully constructed lives. Despite his lack of practical skills and occasional lapses in judgment, Ned's genuine nature and unwavering optimism force his sisters to confront their own insecurities and re-examine the foundations of their relationships, ultimately teaching them valuable lessons about honesty and loyalty.

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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending

Higher Ground (2011)

A spiritual community experiences discord when a deeply religious woman begins to question her beliefs, leading her on a personal journey of self-reflection and uncertainty. Inspired by a memoir, the film sensitively portrays the challenges of faith, the fragility of trust, and the search for meaning as she grapples with doubt and seeks a deeper understanding of love and connection.

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Fantasy · Tense tone · Bleak ending

Jerusalem Countdown (2011)

When nuclear weapons are smuggled into the United States, FBI Agent Shane Daughtry must locate and defuse them before they can be detonated. Racing against time, he is forced to enlist the aid of a disgraced arms dealer, a former Israeli Mossad operative now working for the U.S., and a meticulous CIA deputy director.

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Romance · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Yuvan Yuvathi (2011)

Kathirvel Murugan, a software engineer, dreams of moving to the US despite his father Sevaka Pandian’s opposition to his inter‑caste romance. His father sets his marriage to a judge’s daughter. He helps Nisha find a lost passport, falls for her, and they obtain visas. Nisha reveals she is already heading to the US for her wedding, thwarting his plans.

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Drama · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

Money Money More Money (2011)

Four petty thieves decide to kidnap a millionaire’s daughter for a ransom of one crore. They hide in the home of a 35‑member vegetarian family, waiting for the father’s return from abroad. To keep their cover, they take additional hostages—including a pizza delivery boy, a police constable, a real‑estate agent, and a shampoo‑selling salesgirl—leading to a chaotic, mad‑cap comedy of errors.

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Drama · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

House of Bamboo (1955) (2011)

In 1950s Tokyo, a U.S. Army agent goes undercover to investigate a dangerous gang led by the former soldier Sandy Dawson. He infiltrates their organization, gaining their trust while attempting to expose their crimes. The agent finds himself caught in a complex situation, entangled in a forbidden romance with Mariko, the wife of a deceased gang member. The story unfolds against a backdrop of corruption, betrayal, and escalating violence.

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Mystery · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

The Caller (2011)

Mary Kee seeks a fresh start, finding comfort in an old telephone. However, mysterious calls from a woman named Rose disrupt her peace, pulling her into a perplexing situation. As the calls continue, Mary struggles to decipher Rose's identity and the connection to her own past, blurring the boundaries of what is real.

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Horror · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Vile (2011)

A group awakens to discover they are locked inside a mysterious house with no way out. Each is fitted with an electronic device at the base of their skull that harvests the brain’s pain‑induced chemicals. When a preset amount is collected, the doors will unlock, forcing them to inflict pain on themselves and one another to escape.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Get Married 3 (2011)

Mae and Rendy, already parents, choose to break away and build an independent household away from meddling relatives and trouble‑making friends. Yet after Mae gives birth again, she is hit by the baby blues, leaving her unusually emotional and testing their resolve to stay autonomous.

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Drama · Bittersweet tone · Ambiguous ending

Restoration (2011)

A drama about a family’s effort to save their antique restoration business.

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Drama · Light tone

Tween Academy: Class of 2012 (2011)

The story revolves around 3 best of friends. Kara, the cosplayer and online retailer. George the boyish football wannabe, Enzo, the Mr. Fix-It

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Drama · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

Fish n’ Chips (2011)

Andy, a diligent Cypriot immigrant working in London, decides to return to his native Cyprus after years deep‑frying for others. He finally opens his own chip shop, but quickly discovers that the island’s market and culture differ sharply from London, turning his hopeful venture into a nightmare. He also misreads the local palate.

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Drama · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

Bunny Drop (2011)

After his grandfather’s death, Daikichi discovers that the man left an illegitimate six‑year‑old daughter, Rin, with an unknown mother. His relatives treat her as a burden, but annoyed by their disdain, Daikichi, a single man with no parenting experience, decides to raise Rin on his own, confronting the challenges of unexpected fatherhood, and learning to balance his job.

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Action · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Conan the Barbarian (2011)

Driven by a thirst for vengeance, Conan the Barbarian embarks on a brutal quest to punish Khalar Singh, the warlord responsible for the massacre of his village and the enslavement of its people. Marked by violence from birth and fueled by the loss of his father at Khalar’s hands, Conan’s existence has been a relentless cycle of brutality. Now, he will stop at nothing to exact his revenge, even if it costs him his own life, and embraces a path of savage retribution.

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Horror · Tense tone · Happy ending

Fright Night (2011)

A charming high school student, Charlie Brewster, grows suspicious of his new neighbor, Jerry Dandridge. As Jerry’s presence becomes increasingly unsettling, Charlie suspects he's a vampire preying on people in their suburban community. Dismissed as crazy by everyone he tells, Charlie enlists the help of a washed-up horror movie host, Pete Vincent, to uncover the truth and stop Jerry before he can claim more victims.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (2011)

Marissa is forced to confront her past when her husband unknowingly disrupts her secret life as a spy. Recruited back into the OSS, she must stop the Timekeeper from enacting a dangerous plan for global control. To succeed, she enlists the help of her twin stepchildren, Rebecca and Cecil, who must overcome their differences and utilize their inherited spy abilities. A blend of action and humor, the film brings back the familiar charm of the original Spy Kids while introducing a new generation of heroes.

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Comedy · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

One Day (2011)

Each year on July 15th, Emma and Dexter reunite, witnessing each other's lives unfold over two decades. Their friendship evolves as they navigate the complexities of love, loss, and personal growth. Emma, a determined and ambitious woman, and Dexter, a charming and carefree man, experience both triumphs and disappointments, ultimately discovering the enduring power of their connection and the realization that what they sought was closer than they knew.

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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

5 Days of War (2011)

During the 2008 conflict between Russia and Georgia, a journalist and his cameraman find themselves trapped alongside Tatia, a courageous schoolteacher, struggling to survive the intense fighting. They document the devastating violence and destruction, determined to share the truth with the world. However, major news networks are preoccupied with the recent Beijing Olympics, leading to a frustrating lack of attention and placing the trio in even greater danger as they fight for survival.

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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending

Mozart's Sister (2011)

Maria Anna "Nannerl" Mozart, a gifted violinist and composer, faces societal pressures as she nears marriageable age. This drama reimagines her story, portraying her struggle against the constraints that limit her musical aspirations. Overshadowed by her brother Wolfgang's rising fame, Nannerl fights to have her own talent recognized and to find her place in a world that seeks to silence her.

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Crime · Dark tone · Sad ending

Not a Love Story (2011)

An aspiring movie actress and her boyfriend are arrested and charged with homicide.

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