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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Idiot (2002)

After being savaged by thugs, young Chanti is pulled to safety by the compassionate Suchitra. Grateful and smitten, he launches a series of earnest attempts to win her affection, but Suchitra remains indifferent, leaving Chanti to confront unrequited love in this tender romance.

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Comedy · Bittersweet tone · Ambiguous ending

Jologs (2002)

Through a blend of humor and drama, the film weaves the intersecting lives of several working‑class Filipinos whose daily routines revolve around a single coffee shop. Each character struggles to make ends meet, chasing love, dreams and dignity amid the challenges of urban life in the Philippines.

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Drama · Tense tone · Ambiguous ending

One Hour Photo (2002)

Sy Parrish, a solitary photo developer at a SavMart, finds his quiet routine disrupted when he processes film belonging to the Yorkin family. He becomes increasingly engrossed in their images, blurring the lines between his professional duty and a disturbing personal obsession. As he delves deeper into their lives through their photographs, Sy's isolation intensifies, leading him down a path with unforeseen and unsettling consequences.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

Heartlands (2002)

Colin 'Col' Lawes runs a news agency with his wife Sandra and plays competitive darts for the Athletic Arms team. After he catches Sandra cheating with team captain and police officer Geoff, who falsely accuses Col of abuse, he is expelled just as the team reaches the Blackpool league finals. Col then sets out on a solo road‑trip to Blackpool, hoping the journey will give him a chance to win Sandra back.

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Documentary · Bittersweet tone · Bittersweet ending

Our Times (2002)

Documentary by Rakhshan Bani-Etemad, an Iranian female director. This film portrays two aspects of the Iranian presidential election of 2001.

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Comedy · Whimsical tone · Happy ending

Kermit’s Swamp Years (2002)

A candid, warts‑and‑all true story of 12‑year‑old Kermit the Frog, who together with his best friends Goggles and Croaker leaves their swamp homes in the Deep South to embark on an extraordinary adventure, testing their courage, friendship, and dreams as they strive to achieve something remarkable.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

The Adventures of Pluto Nash (2002)

In 2087, Pluto Nash runs a thriving nightclub on the moon, becoming a target for ruthless gangsters when he refuses to sell his business. He finds himself embroiled in a dangerous conflict involving lunar crime and corruption. To protect his nightclub and expose the sinister schemes of the powerful Rex Crater, Nash must rely on his intelligence and resourcefulness to navigate the perilous situation threatening the moon.

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Drama · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Blue Crush (2002)

Living for the adrenaline of big wave surfing, Anne Marie’s life revolves around the ocean and challenging its power. Her world is disrupted when a charming surfer, Matt Tollman, enters the scene. Drawn to his easygoing nature, she finds herself balancing the intensity of the waves with the complexities of a budding romance, learning about both love and loss along the way.

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Thriller · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani (2002)

An Incredible Tale A shape-shifting snake exacts revenge on the men he believes are responsible for the death of Divya, his lover in her previous life.

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Horror · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

Doctor Sleep (2002)

The deeper the sleep, the darker the fear. While treating a policewoman for nicotine addiction, hypnotherapist Michael Strother experiences a telepathic vision of a young girl drifting beneath a stream. The mute survivor of a ritualistic serial killer holds crucial memories, and Scotland Yard enlists Michael to unlock her secrets and track a man who believes he has discovered the key to immortality.

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Drama · Whimsical tone · Happy ending

Beauty and the Beast (2002)

A young woman is taken prisoner in an enchanted castle and becomes the captive of a fearsome beast. The prince was transformed through a sorceress's curse, and only true love can break the spell. As the woman spends time with the beast, she discovers his humanity and an unlikely connection forms between them, challenging her perceptions of beauty and demonstrating the power of inner goodness.

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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending

Possession (2002)

During a devastating Spanish flu pandemic, a priest and his son journey back to their isolated Norwegian farm from missionary work in Madagascar. Seeking to build a new church, the priest unknowingly chooses a site upon an ancient Sami burial ground. Disturbing the spirits of the ancestors, a terrifying supernatural force is unleashed, haunting the settlers and confronting them with the chilling reality of death.

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Drama · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

Mostly Martha (2002)

A dedicated chef's meticulously ordered life is disrupted when she unexpectedly becomes the guardian of her spirited young niece. The chef's precise culinary world descends into joyful chaos, forcing her to adapt and embrace spontaneity. When a handsome Italian chef enters the scene, he encourages her to loosen up, rediscover her passion for cooking, and find happiness in unexpected places.

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Fantasy · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

Baba (2002)

Baba, a staunch atheist who constantly questions the existence of any higher power, is unexpectedly granted divine abilities. Confronted with this new reality, he chooses to channel his powers toward aiding those in need, confronting his skepticism while helping others.

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Drama · Melancholic tone · Ambiguous ending

Mango Yellow (2002)

The human being is all stomach and sex. The lives of a macho butcher, his wife, a lonely waitress, a sadist and a flophouse manager intersect in Recife, Brazil.

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Drama · Melancholic tone · Bittersweet ending

I'm Going Home (2002)

Following a personal tragedy, a renowned actor becomes the unexpected guardian of his young grandson. Gilbert Valence struggles to navigate his grief and a profound identity crisis while embracing a surprising opportunity to return to acting. Through this cinematic journey, he confronts the challenges of aging, the preciousness of family, and the transient nature of recognition.

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Comedy · Dark tone · Ambiguous ending

Terror Toons (2002)

Animated to kill. In a quiet suburban neighborhood, two sisters are about to experience the dark and sinister world of Terror Toons.

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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending

xXx (2002)

An extreme sports athlete, Xander Cage, is recruited by the US government to infiltrate a dangerous Russian criminal organization. Tasked with preventing global chaos, he must use his daredevil abilities and rebellious nature to navigate the syndicate's inner circle. The mission tests his skills and courage as he confronts a formidable adversary and races to stop catastrophic destruction.

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Action · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Blood Work (2002)

FBI profiler Terry McCaleb is forced into retirement after a heart attack. Following a life-saving transplant, he becomes determined to learn about his donor, who was the victim of an unsolved murder. Disregarding medical advice and with the assistance of a neighbor, Terry reopens the case, risking his health and career to find the killer and restore his investigative skills.

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Drama · Tense tone · Mixed ending

The City of Lost Souls (2002)

Daring adventurer Teah tries to prevent a captivating stranger’s deportation, finding herself drawn into a dangerous and intriguing situation. As she investigates, long-held secrets are revealed and alliances shift, forcing her to confront a treacherous underworld. Teah must protect both herself and the woman she’s vowed to help, facing perilous challenges and unexpected betrayals along the way.

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Biography · Light tone · Bittersweet ending

24 Hour Party People (2002)

In 1970s Manchester, an ambitious TV reporter named Tony Wilson unexpectedly encounters the Sex Pistols, which inspires him to pursue musical innovation. He becomes a key figure in the rise of Factory Records and The Hacienda, a nightclub that becomes central to the burgeoning alternative music scene. Wilson champions punk’s rebellious energy, inadvertently shaping Manchester’s vibrant cultural and musical identity and creating a lasting impact on the city’s landscape.

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Comedy · Dark tone · Ambiguous ending

Bahubuthayo (2002)

Two young journalists fight against an evil spirit.

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Comedy · Bittersweet tone · Happy ending

Mujhse Dosti Karoge! (2002)

A man falls in love with his childhood friend, but her sister is the one who reciprocates his feelings.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

Spy Kids 2: Island of Lost Dreams (2002)

Carmen and Juni Cortez return as sibling spies in a thrilling new mission. They must face a formidable adversary and his extraordinary creatures on a perilous island. Complicating matters, they encounter rival spies Gary and Gerti Giggles, who use underhanded methods to try and uncover the Cortez family’s secrets. The siblings must work together to overcome these challenges and protect their family’s identity.

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Drama · Dark tone · Bittersweet ending

The Good Girl (2002)

A young woman, feeling trapped by her circumstances, begins a passionate affair with an attractive stranger. Seeking excitement and a chance to escape her routine, she finds herself drawn into a complex and increasingly dangerous situation. As their relationship deepens, she must confront difficult truths about herself and the consequences of her choices, navigating a web of desire, deception, and emotional turmoil.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

The Landlords (2002)

Directed by Rémi Waterhouse, Mille Millièmes follows a quirky tenant community defined by selfishness. A couple’s request to link apartments is denied, beggars at a Christmas charity are tormented, the Portuguese concierge faces replacement by a cheaper service, and a grieving widow receives no sympathy from the rent‑hungry landlords.

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Drama · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

My Life on Ice (2002)

Etienne obsesses over ice skating and documents his everyday world with a handheld camera, capturing his mother, friends and his geography teacher. He initially hopes to arrange a date between his mother and the teacher, but as the footage accumulates he discovers he himself is developing a crush on the teacher.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Bittersweet ending

Shangri-La (2002)

The film follows a group of homeless people in Japan who encounter a man on the brink of suicide and help him with his financial troubles. Using street‑wise ingenuity, they devise a blackmail plot against a corrupt businessman whose bankruptcy filing left many jobless. The outsiders outsmart the very forces that cast them aside in a witty, uplifting caper.

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Action · Dark tone · Bleak ending

Tokyo 10+01 (2002)

Eleven convicted criminals find themselves locked in a warehouse, each wearing a tracking bracelet. They discover they are participants in a deadly contest that offers a ¥3 million prize and a clean record if they can reach Baron’s mansion. Armed hunters with laser rifles pursue them, turning the playful game into a lethal fight for survival.

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Sci-Fi · Tense tone · Happy ending

Signs (2002)

Seeking to mend their strained marriage following Chris's betrayal, Allie and Chris escape for a restorative getaway. Meanwhile, Jonathan's wife, Brooke, finds herself entangled in a passionate and unexpected affair with a younger man while he is away in India. The intertwined relationships explore themes of infidelity, reconciliation, and the complexities of love and commitment.

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Comedy · Light tone · Happy ending

The Master of Disguise (2002)

Pistachio Disguisey possesses an extraordinary ability to impersonate anyone or anything, leading him on a comical adventure. As the inheritor of a family tradition of disguise masters, he must learn to control his unusual "Energico" power. The film follows his journey from a clumsy beginner to a skilled master of deception and surprising everyone along the way.

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Comedy · Bittersweet tone · Mixed ending

Full Frontal (2002)

A witty comedy explores the complexities of love and relationships. Linda desires affection, while Carl values his marriage with Lee. The narrative follows Catherine, who may or may not be Francesca, as she navigates a search for genuine connection. The film playfully examines the boundaries between reality and the romantic stories we create, blurring the lines between the characters and their roles.

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Dark tone · Bleak ending

Kannaki (2002)

Manickam and Choman, two villagers, share a deep friendship. Manickam falls for Kannaki and hopes to marry her, but Choman pressures him to wed his own sister instead. Their clash over love and loyalty mirrors the power struggles of Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra, set against a rural backdrop.

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Romance · Tense tone · Bittersweet ending

Embun (2002)

During the 1940s Japanese occupation of Malaya, Embun is thrust into the resistance when her brother Bayu and father are arrested. While fighting the invaders, she becomes drawn to Koishi, a Japanese army public‑relations officer tasked with winning Malay support. Koishi also seeks the Malay man who married his mother, a former Japanese spy, adding personal stakes to the conflict.

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Action · Dark tone

Antikiller (2002)

Former criminal investigator Major Korenev, known as Fox, is freed after being jailed on fabricated charges tied to illegal investigation methods. He discovers Moscow dominated by rival crime bosses and chaotic clans. Determined to avenge his fallen friends, Korenev employs ruthless, modern tactics to restore order in 21st‑century Russia.

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Action · Light tone · Happy ending

Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)

Austin Powers joins forces with the mysterious Goldmember to rescue Austin’s father, Nigel Powers, a renowned spy, from the clutches of Dr. Evil. Their mission involves time travel through various eras, where Austin reconnects with his former lover, Foxxy Cleopatra. Together, they must overcome challenges, embrace the style of the 1970s, and foil Dr. Evil’s latest plot to dominate the world.

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Comedy · Hopeful tone · Happy ending

The Country Bears (2002)

A determined young fan sets out to reunite the legendary Country Bears, hoping to revive their once-unstoppable sound. The band members, whose egos have clashed and memories have faded, must overcome their differences and rediscover the harmony that made them stars. Through a journey of redemption, they confront old rivalries and work together to recapture the magic that brought them fame.

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Thriller · Tense tone

Phone (2002)

Shortly after acquiring a new mobile, a woman notices bizarre occurrences surrounding the device. As she digs deeper, she learns that every previous owner of her phone number met an untimely, mysterious death, leaving her to confront the chilling pattern behind the calls.

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Action · Tense tone · Happy ending

Humraaz (2002)

In Bombay, struggling musician Karan Malhotra leads a band with his girlfriend Priya. They are hired by wealthy industrialist Raj Singhania and plot for Priya to marry him to seize his fortune. When Raj truly falls in love with Priya, their scheme unravels, testing loyalties and exposing deceit.

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Comedy · Whimsical tone · Happy ending

Who Is Cletis Tout? (2002)

After escaping from prison, two thieves, Finch and Micah, set out to recover their stolen diamonds. They assume false identities, but a case of mistaken identity leads them to be believed to be a deceased journalist. This plunges them into a dangerous situation involving the Mob, forcing them to navigate a complex and perilous game of deception and pursuit.

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