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30 Top Films from 2012

30 titles

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  1. 1AlpsMovie · 2011 · 94m · DramaA nurse, a paramedic, a gymnast, and her coach run a unique business: they stand in for deceased people. Relatives, friends, and colleagues hire them to attend events and provide comfort to those grieving the loss.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
  2. 2PrometheusMovie · 2012 · 124m · Science Fiction, Mystery, HorrorA group of explorers find evidence of humanity's beginnings on Earth, setting them on a quest to the farthest reaches of space. There, they face a frightening conflict to protect the survival of humankind.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  3. 3Neighboring SoundsMovie · 2012 · 131m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA private security company arrives in a middle-class neighborhood in Recife, Brazil.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
  4. 4AbendlandMovie · 2011 · 90mNight reveals truths. This film is a visual poem about a continent at night, a culture as the sun sets, yet remaining intensely watchful. It’s an “Abendland” that often views itself as the pinnacle of civilization, while its practical service sector expands rapidly. Nikolaus Geyrhalter examines a seemingly idyllic place with complex ideas about security. Night work contrasts with casual evening moments, life and death, unanswered questions emerging in the dim light, a mix of languages, the daily news cycle, and political discussions. Captured with rich detail, these images offer a fresh perspective. The more you contemplate the word, “ABENDLAND,” the further its meaning extends.IMDb 7.1TMDB 4.1
  5. 55 Broken CamerasMovie · 2011 · 90m · War, DocumentaryFive broken cameras hold powerful stories. These cameras, found among the damaged remains of digital technology, reveal the experiences of Emad Burnat, a Palestinian farmer from the village of Bil’in. Bil’in became known for its peaceful resistance against the Israeli army's expansion into the village, which aimed to create space for Jewish colonists. Emad bought his first camera in 2005 to document the birth of his fourth son, Gibreel. The film follows him as he becomes the quiet recorder of a growing conflict: olive trees are destroyed, lives are lost, and a wall is constructed to divide Israeli settlements.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5
  6. 6MichaelMovie · 2011 · 96m · DramaMichael appears to be an ordinary insurance broker, but he harbors a dark secret: for the past decade, he has kept a ten-year-old boy confined to a soundproof room in his basement.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8
  7. 7Beasts of the Southern WildMovie · 2012 · 93m · Drama, FantasyHushpuppy, a spirited six-year-old, lives with her father, Wink, in a remote Delta community called 'the Bathtub'. Wink's strict upbringing prepares her for a future without his protection. When Wink falls ill with a strange disease, the natural world begins to change—temperatures soar and the ice caps melt, releasing prehistoric creatures called aurochs. As the waters rise, the aurochs appear, and Wink’s health declines, Hushpuppy sets out to find her mother, who disappeared long ago.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  8. 8Monsieur LazharMovie · 2011 · 94m · Drama, ComedyIn the depths of a brutal Montreal winter, an elementary school class is devastated by the suicide of their teacher. Bachir Lazhar, a compelling Algerian immigrant, becomes their substitute, tasked with guiding the traumatized children. He carefully hides his own struggles: seeking political refuge in Quebec and carrying the weight of a profound personal loss, mirroring the children's pain.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  9. 9The Loneliest PlanetMovie · 2012 · 113m · Drama, RomanceWhile backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains, an engaged couple and their guide spend hours hiking, sharing stories and playing games. A brief mistake, lasting only a few seconds, dramatically alters their journey.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7
  10. 10Moonrise KingdomMovie · 2012 · 94m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn the summer of 1965, on an island off New England, two twelve-year-olds fall in love and decide to elope into the wilderness. Their secret is discovered, and authorities pursue them as a violent storm approaches, disrupting the island community.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7
  11. 11The Day He ArrivesMovie · 2011 · 79m · DramaA retired film director travels to Seoul to reconnect with a friend. When his friend fails to meet him, the director spends three days adrift in the city. He drifts from bar to bar, encountering different women each day, with each day feeling indistinguishable from the one before.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
  12. 12Patience (After Sebald)Movie · 2012 · 90mPatience (After Sebald) is a visually rich essay film exploring landscape, art, history, life, and loss. It follows a journey through East Anglia, tracing the themes of W.G. Sebald's influential book, *The Rings of Saturn*. This new film from the director of Joy Division is the first international exploration of Sebald's work, released ten years after his death, and features contributions from prominent writers, artists, and filmmakers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4
  13. 13The Kid with a BikeMovie · 2011 · 87m · DramaLeft alone by his father, a young boy is cared for by someone who isn't really equipped to handle the job.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  14. 14The ComedyMovie · 2012 · 93m · Comedy, DramaAn aging New Yorker, uninterested in his father's inheritance, drifts through life with his friends, engaging in playful but often cruel games of sarcasm and mockery.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7
  15. 15Once Upon a Time in AnatoliaMovie · 2011 · 163m · Drama, CrimeA group of men search for the victim in a murder case – a location confessed to by the suspect, Kenan, and his mentally challenged brother. But finding the body proves harder than anticipated, as Kenan can't clearly remember where it is. As the search continues late into the night, the men find themselves talking about their lives, their conversations growing increasingly personal and revealing hidden truths and significant stories.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  16. 16Holy MotorsMovie · 2012 · 116m · Drama, FantasyThe film follows 24 hours in the life of someone who repeatedly inhabits different bodies, moving from one life to the next like a detached assassin. Each life is completely different – sometimes male, sometimes female, young, sometimes old. They experience life as a murderer, a beggar, a CEO, a monster, a worker, a family man.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  17. 17This Is Not a FilmMovie · 2011 · 78m · DocumentaryFollowing a six-year prison sentence and a twenty-year ban from filmmaking and foreign interviews for his support of the 2009 Iranian election opposition, acclaimed director Jafar Panahi secretly filmed this movie. His close friend Mojtaba Mirtahmasb captured Panahi's daily life under house arrest. The film was smuggled out of Iran hidden inside a cake and submitted to the Cannes Film Festival just in time, documenting Panahi’s wait for a decision on his appeal.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9
  18. 18Oslo, August 31stMovie · 2011 · 90m · DramaA recovering drug addict gets a day off from rehab and returns to Oslo. He reunites with old friends, confronts his history, and grapples with an uncertain future. Throughout the day, a series of interactions reveal his desire for belonging and his profound isolation.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  19. 19Your Brother. Remember?Movie · 2012 · 63mIn early 1990s Maine, brothers Zachary and Gator spent their time making home movies imitating their favorite films: *Kickboxer* starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and the controversial *Faces of Death*. Years later, in 2009, Zachary returns to his family's home to recreate those childhood tapes. Estranged from his family, he finds his aging brothers have been deeply affected by drugs, prison, and the passage of time. With help from Jean-Claude Van Damme and Dr. Frances B. Gröss, Zack, Gator, and their sister Jenni prepare to step back into the world of filmmaking, seeking a chance at redemption.IMDb 9.2TMDB 5.8
  20. 20Damsels in DistressMovie · 2012 · 99m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceThree attractive young women aim to change things at a rough-around-the-edges American college: the driven Violet Wister, the thoughtful Rose, and the alluring Heather. They invite new student Lily to join their circle, which focuses on assisting deeply depressed students through initiatives like personal grooming and lively dance routines.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.5
  21. 21Doggiewoggiez! Poochiewoochiez!Movie · 2012 · 55mThe creators of Everything Is Terrible! return with their third film, a unique project never before attempted. The movie explores the question: what if a film is made entirely from found footage of dogs? And what if this film, assembled from thousands of other dog movies, is also a remake of Alejandro Jodorowsky's 1973 film, The Holy Mountain? This never-ending sequence of dogs winning at everything – wearing sunglasses, solving murders, and skateboarding – is reality. It’s here. Are you ready for it?IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2
  22. 22Magic MikeMovie · 2012 · 110m · Drama, ComedyMike, a seasoned stripper, mentors a younger performer known as The Kid, teaching him how to party, attract clients, and earn money quickly.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2
  23. 23BernieMovie · 2012 · 99m · Comedy, Crime, DramaIn a small Texas town, Bernie Tiede, a friendly and well-liked mortician, befriends Marjorie Nugent, a wealthy widow known for her unpleasant personality. As Marjorie becomes increasingly demanding and abusive, Bernie takes significant steps to distance himself from her.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6
  24. 24Planet of SnailMovie · 2012 · 88mFrom a planet of deaf and blind people who live peaceful, slow lives, Young-Chan arrives on Earth and feels utterly lost. Unable to communicate, he's desperate until he meets Soon-Ho, who understands his loneliness and becomes his constant companion. Learning braille opens up a whole new world for Young-Chan, and he begins to dream of writing a book. But Soon-Ho, who lives with a spinal disability, can't always be there for him, forcing them to navigate life apart. As Soon-Ho anxiously awaits his return, Young-Chan embarks on a life-changing adventure.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  25. 25The MasterMovie · 2012 · 137m · DramaHaunted by PTSD and battling alcoholism, Freddie, a troubled veteran, finds a sense of belonging aboard the ship of Lancaster Dodd. Dodd is the charismatic leader of a new movement, a kind of religion, that he develops in the aftermath of World War II.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
  26. 26The Color WheelMovie · 2012 · 83mJR, a news-anchor hopeful, persuades her brother Colin to join her on a road trip to retrieve her things from her professor and former romantic partner's home. As they travel through New England, they have awkward encounters with old classmates and confront aspects of their family history that have created distance between them.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2
  27. 27AmourMovie · 2012 · 127m · Drama, RomanceGeorges and Anne, an elderly couple in their eighties and retired music teachers, find their strong relationship challenged when Anne suffers a stroke. Their daughter, a musician living overseas with her own family, is distant. The event deeply tests the couple’s enduring love for each other.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
  28. 28CosmopolisMovie · 2012 · 109m · DramaWhile riding through a chaotic, riot-filled Manhattan in a limousine on his way to a haircut, a 28-year-old billionaire asset manager's carefully constructed world starts to fall apart.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.7
  29. 29The Turin HorseMovie · 2011 · 155m · DramaA severe storm and a sick horse foreshadow disaster for a struggling farmer and his daughter.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6
  30. 30LooperMovie · 2012 · 118m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn 2044, time travel is still a distant dream, but it will arrive in three decades. When organized crime wants someone eliminated, they send their target into the past, where a hired gun named Joe awaits to finish the job. Joe is thriving financially until the mob decides to end the cycle by sending Joe's future self back in time for assassination.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9