39 Diverse Films from 2017: A Spectrum of Stories and Genres
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VictoriaMovie · 2015 · 138m · Crime, Thriller, RomanceA young woman recently relocated to Berlin begins a romantic connection with a local man. Their evening with his friends takes a dark turn when a hidden danger is revealed, threatening their safety.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.6 - 2
Billy Lynn's Long Halftime WalkMovie · 2016 · 113m · Drama, WarAfter a brutal battle in Iraq, 19-year-old Billy Lynn returns to the United States for a celebratory tour. The film uses flashbacks to depict the true events of the conflict faced by Billy's unit, highlighting the stark contrast between the realities of war and how they are viewed back home.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 3
The Wrong End of the StickMovie · 2016 · 10mMalcolm Fetcher, a middle-aged teacher, is plagued by anxiety and feels unfulfilled in his twenty-year marriage to Beverly. As he struggles with a profound identity crisis, their relationship falls apart, forcing him to confront a long-suppressed longing.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 4
Couple in a HoleMovie · 2016 · 105mA middle-aged couple living a secluded life in a woodland cave encounter a nearby farmer who offers them friendship, but whose intentions are unclear.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.2 - 5
The ConfessionMovie · 2016 · 90mMoazzam Begg has lived through decades of conflict. *The Confession* tells his complete story, from his initial confession and testimony as a free man, to his experiences as a British Muslim navigating the War on Terror. Commissioned by BBC Storyville and the BFI, *The Confession* is a compelling account of the emergence of modern jihad, its transformation into terrorism, and the West's damaging response. *The Confession* is now available to watch on iTunes.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 6
TamaraMovie · 2015 · 16mTamara, a bus driver in Siberia, decides it's time her teenage son Max meets her boyfriend. Their meeting takes place at a lively karaoke bar, where the boyfriend's competitive nature sparks a rivalry. This unexpected dynamic helps Tamara confront her own lingering feelings.IMDb 5.6 - 7
A United KingdomMovie · 2016 · 111m · Drama, HistoryThis is the inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (now Botswana), and Ruth Williams, a London office worker. They married in 1948, facing strong opposition from their families, as well as from the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied these obstacles – family disapproval, racial segregation, and colonial power. Their love overcame every challenge, ultimately transforming their country and inspiring people worldwide.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 8
Our Kind of TraitorMovie · 2016 · 108m · ThrillerA young Oxford academic and his lawyer girlfriend vacationing in Morocco meet a Russian millionaire with a peninsula and a diamond watch. He invites them to play tennis, but his true intentions set them on a dangerous journey. The couple travels to London, encountering a shadowy connection between British intelligence and powerful figures, then to Paris and the Alps.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 9
The BFGMovie · 2016 · 117m · Adventure, Family, FantasyA young orphan girl befriends a kind giant who takes her to his homeland, Giant Country. Together, they try to stop the man-eating giants who are attacking the human world.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 10
Eye in the SkyMovie · 2015 · 102m · Drama, Thriller, WarA British military officer leading a highly classified drone operation in Kenya to capture suspected terrorists learns the targets intend to carry out a suicide bombing. The mission shifts from capture to lethal force just as American pilot Steve Watts prepares to strike. However, a nine-year-old girl appears in the target area, sparking a major international controversy that escalates to the highest levels of government in both the US and Britain, forcing them to confront the ethical, political, and personal consequences of modern warfare.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 11
StorksMovie · 2016 · 87m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyOnce, storks delivered babies. Now, they deliver packages for a worldwide online retailer. Junior, the company's best delivery stork, is on the verge of a promotion when he accidentally activates the Baby Making Machine, resulting in the birth of an unexpected baby girl.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 12
Rate MeMovie · 2015 · 17mThis film explores the life of Coco, a teenage escort.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.1 - 13
Trespass Against UsMovie · 2016 · 99m · Action, Crime, DramaThe Cutler family, spanning three generations, lives as outlaws in Britain's countryside. They hunt hares, break into grand houses, and defy the police, fighting to keep their traditional way of life alive. Chad Cutler finds himself torn between his father's old-fashioned beliefs and his desire to protect his children as the authorities close in on them.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 14
Free FireMovie · 2017 · 90m · Action, Crime, MysteryIn 1978 Boston, a planned meeting between rival gangs in an abandoned warehouse quickly escalates into a violent confrontation, forcing everyone to fight for their lives.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 15
Hunt for the WilderpeopleMovie · 2016 · 101m · Adventure, Comedy, DramaRicky, a rebellious city youth, flees with his grumpy foster uncle into the remote forests of New Zealand. This sparks a nationwide search, compelling them to overcome their contrasting personalities and rely on each other for survival.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 16
Adult Life SkillsMovie · 2016 · 96m · Comedy, DramaAnna is at a crossroads. Approaching thirty, she's returned to her childhood home and is living in a shed on her mother's property. She works a dead-end job at a local boating center and escapes into elaborate daydreams. Her mother, frustrated by Anna’s immature behavior, urges her to become independent. When a troubled young boy begins spending time with Anna, they develop an unexpected connection. Their unusual friendship helps Anna gradually confront her inability to move forward with her life.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 17
Things to ComeMovie · 2016 · 102m · DramaNathalie is a philosophy teacher at a Parisian high school, dedicated to fostering a love of thought in her students. Balancing her career with her family – a husband, two children, and a demanding mother – her world is upended when her husband announces he's leaving her for someone else. Suddenly free, Nathalie is forced to redefine her life.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 18
Collateral BeautyMovie · 2016 · 97m · Drama, RomanceFollowing a personal tragedy, a man withdraws from the world and begins corresponding with Love, Time, and Death, seeking answers to his questions about existence. He receives surprising replies that lead him to understand the interconnectedness of these fundamental forces and discover how even grief can illuminate moments of meaning and beauty.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 19
PatersonMovie · 2016 · 118m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceThis film follows a week in the life of Paterson, a poet who works as a bus driver, and his wife Laura, a highly creative artist. They live in Paterson, New Jersey, a city with a rich history as a birthplace for many renowned poets and artists.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 20
The LevellingMovie · 2017 · 83m · DramaWhile completing her veterinary studies, Clover learns her brother has passed away and returns to her family's farm in rural Somerset, which is facing financial difficulties.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 21
The PassingMovie · 2015 · 87mAfter a car crash in the Welsh mountains, two young lovers find themselves in a hidden world. Rescued from a river by a strange man, they arrive at an isolated farm seemingly frozen in time. As the story unfolds, the couple's past is revealed, and a haunting truth emerges about the valley's history and the man known as Stanley, and the tragedy that shaped his life.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 22
Versus: The Life and Films of Ken LoachMovie · 2016 · 93mThis is an unexpectedly honest look at the work of Ken Loach, a highly acclaimed and often debated British filmmaker, as he works on his final major film, *I, Daniel Blake*.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.6 - 23
DancerMovie · 2016 · 85m · DocumentarySergei Polunin is a remarkably gifted ballet dancer on the cusp of legendary status, but he begins to doubt his life and his dedication to dance.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.3 - 24
PrevengeMovie · 2017 · 89m · Horror, Comedy, DramaA widow who is pregnant and convinced her unborn child is guiding her begins a series of murders.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5 - 25
MindhornMovie · 2016 · 89m · ComedyA former actor, famous for starring as Detective Mindhorn in an 1980s TV series, is reluctantly drawn back into the real world. A serial killer begins communicating with the police, demanding to speak only with Mindhorn, convinced that the fictional detective is a genuine person.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 26
Sweet Maddie StoneMovie · 2016 · 23mFifteen-year-old Maddie Stone has always held power at her school thanks to her family's reputation. However, when her infamous father is arrested, she must find a way to pay his bail or lose everything. As Maddie struggles to fix the situation, her life becomes increasingly chaotic, and she begins to resemble the man she's desperately trying to help.IMDb 7.5TMDB 10.0 - 27
Where You're Meant to BeMovie · 2016 · 76mA Scottish indie pop musician attempts to reimagine his country's most traditional songs, facing opposition from a seasoned folk singer and the weight of historical tradition.IMDb 8.0TMDB 5.8 - 28
A Patch of FogMovie · 2015 · 90m · ThrillerA university teacher is caught shoplifting by a security guard who instead of reporting him, insists on befriending him. The guard promises not to involve the police if the teacher agrees to have a drink. This unusual connection develops into a complicated and unconventional relationship.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 29
High-RiseMovie · 2015 · 119m · DramaThe lives of the people living in a high-rise building start to spiral out of control.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 30
Before the FloodMovie · 2016 · 93m · DocumentaryThis film examines the impact of climate change on the world's environment and explores potential solutions for protecting endangered species, ecosystems, and indigenous communities globally.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7 - 31
My Feral HeartMovie · 2016 · 83mLuke, a young man with Down's syndrome who lives independently, forms an unexpected and transformative friendship with someone.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 32
I Am Not a Serial KillerMovie · 2016 · 104m · Drama, Horror, MysteryIn a quiet Midwestern town, a troubled teenager with violent impulses is forced to confront a supernatural killer. He must track down the entity while battling his own inner darkness.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 33
AnthropoidMovie · 2016 · 120m · History, Thriller, WarIn December 1941, Czech soldiers Jozef Gabčík and Jan Kubiš parachute into Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia with a mission: to assassinate the high-ranking Nazi officer Reinhard Heydrich.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 34
Urban HymnMovie · 2015 · 114mDuring the summer of the 2011 UK riots, Jamie, a young woman with a history of offenses and a powerful voice, encounters a dedicated social worker who encourages her to find a way to express herself.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0 - 35
OverMovie · 2015 · 14mThe film opens with a crime scene. Nine wide shots reveal a compelling story unfolding in this seemingly peaceful neighborhood. What occurred here – a murder, a hit-and-run, or an accident? The truth is both profound and surprisingly unforeseen.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 36
The ComedianMovie · 2016 · 120m · ComedyJackie Burke, a once-famous comic struggling with age, tries to revive his career, but audiences only remember him for a role he played on television. His difficulties are adding to the burden on his brother and his wife. While doing community service for an outburst at a show, Jackie meets Harmony, the daughter of a wealthy Florida real estate developer. They find inspiration in each other, leading to unexpected outcomes.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 37
IsabellaMovie · 2015 · 10mThe film explores the life of aging Isabella, depicting her experience with dementia and Parkinson's disease and the resulting loss of self. It's a deeply personal project, as Isabella is the grandmother of one of the co-directors. The narrative connects a single, recurring memory to other moments and realities of her condition. Animation is used subtly and effectively to enhance the storytelling, avoiding a purely interview-style approach.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.0 - 38
SupersonicMovie · 2016 · 117m · Music, Documentary, HistorySupersonic chronicles Oasis's rapid ascent from their Manchester roots to headlining massive concerts in a mere three years. This authentic and emotional film explores the story of one of Britain’s most influential bands, featuring revealing new interviews with Noel and Liam Gallagher, their mother, and those who worked closest to them.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4 - 39
TerminalMovie · 2015 · 109mShino Sakuragi, the 2013 Naoki Prize winner for "HOTEL ROYAL," has brought her acclaimed novel to the screen. The film tells the story of a lawyer haunted by a past mistake and a woman on trial who hides her history. They find each other in Kushiro, Hokkaido, a distant town where they both seek to start over, leading to a poignant drama as they build new lives together. Koichi Sato takes on a fresh role, and Tsubasa Honda portrays a serious character, offering a new facet to her acting. The cast also includes Machiko Ono, Shidou Nakamura, and Shigeru Izumiya.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.8
