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Children Of The Corn: Genesis

Children Of The Corn: Genesis

πŸ“… Release: March 18, 2011
🎭 Genre: HorrorThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Barbara Nedeljakova, Billy Drago, Kelen Coleman, Tim Rock, Duane Whitaker
πŸ“– Synopsis: Tim and Allie seek shelter in a remote desert compound after becoming lost and stranded. A strange Manson-like character, Preacher, reluctantly allows them inside with strict orders to be gone by morn...
Red Faction: Origins

Red Faction: Origins

πŸ“… Release: June 4, 2011
🎭 Genre: Sci-FiAdventure
🎬 Starring: Brian J. Smith, Robert Patrick, Kate Vernon, Tamzin Merchant, Devon Graye, Gareth David-Lloyd, Danielle Nicolet
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the year 2125, Alec Mason led the Martian Colonies to freedom in the hit action game Red Faction: Guerrilla. Now, Syfy and THQ are teaming up to continue the saga of conflict on Mars 25 years later...
Colombiana

Colombiana

πŸ“… Release: August 26, 2011
🎭 Genre: DramaAction
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Zoe Saldana, Michael Vartan, Amandla Stenberg, Cliff Curtis, Lennie James, Sam Douglas, Callum Blue, Jordi Molla, Max Martini, Graham McTavish
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the heart-pounding action drama "Colombiana," directed by [c=Olivier Megaton], viewers are introduced to Cataleya Restrepo, a fierce and determined young woman portrayed by [c=Zoe Saldana]. After ...
Circumstance

Circumstance

πŸ“… Release: August 26, 2011
🎭 Genre: DramaForeign
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Nikohl Boosheri, Sarah Kazemy, Reza Sixo Safai, Sina Amedson, Keon Mohajeri
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the poignant drama "Circumstance," directed by [c=Maryam Keshavarz], the film explores the complexities of youth and personal freedom within a repressive society. The story unfolds against the bac...
Higher Ground

Higher Ground

πŸ“… Release: August 26, 2011
🎭 Genre: Drama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Vera Farmiga, Donna Murphy, John Hawkes, Dagmara Dominczyk, Bill Irwin, Joshua Leonard, Norbert Leo Butz
πŸ“– Synopsis: Vera Farmiga's directorial debut, "Higher Ground", is a coming-of-age drama in which Farmiga delivers a subtle, nuanced performance completely from the gut, with equally strong and compelling supporti...
Our Idiot Brother

Our Idiot Brother

πŸ“… Release: August 26, 2011
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Zooey Deschanel, Hugh Dancy, Adam Scott, Rashida Jones, Emily Mortimer, Kathryn Hahn, Shirley Knight, Janet Montgomery, T.J. Miller, Steve Coogan
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the quirky comedy "Our Idiot Brother," the affable and cheerful Ned, portrayed by [c=Paul Rudd], finds himself navigating the complexities of life after being released from prison. With a heart fu...
Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark

Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark

πŸ“… Release: August 26, 2011
🎭 Genre: Thriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Guy Pearce, Katie Holmes, Bailee Madison, Alan Dale, Jack Thompson, Edwina Ritchard, Garry McDonald
πŸ“– Synopsis: Guillermo del Toro presents "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark", a horror film starring Katie Holmes, Guy Pearce and Bailee Madison, directed by Troy Nixey. Based on the 1973 telefilm that del Toro believes...
5 Days Of War

5 Days Of War

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: ActionDrama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Rupert Friend, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Richard Coyle, Andy Garcia, Val Kilmer, Heather Graham, Johnathon Schaech, Dean Cain, Antje Traue
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the blistering heat of a conflict that erupted without warning, [c=Rupert Friend] stars as Thomas Anders, a seasoned war journalist who finds himself trapped in the crossfire of the 2008 Russo-Geo...
Little Big Soldier

Little Big Soldier

πŸ“… Release: June 6, 2010
🎭 Genre: ActionDrama
🎬 Starring: Jackie Chan, Leehom Wang, Rongguang Yu, Ken Lo
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the brutal aftermath of a massive battle during China's Warring States period, a wily and resourceful foot soldier sees his chance for a better life. [c=Jackie Chan] stars as the aging conscript w...
Phineas And Ferb: Across The Second Dimension

Phineas And Ferb: Across The Second Dimension

πŸ“… Release: August 5, 2011
🎭 Genre: AnimationAdventureFamily
🎬 Starring: Vincent Martella, Thomas Sangster, Ashley Tisdale, Dan Povenmire, Mitchel Musso, Kelly Hu, Alyson Stoner, Caroline Rhea, Bobby Gaylor, Dee Bradley Baker
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the animated adventure film "Phineas and Ferb: Across the Second Dimension," the beloved stepbrothers embark on an extraordinary journey that takes them beyond the confines of their backyard. With...
Griff The Invisible

Griff The Invisible

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: ComedyRomance
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Ryan Kwanten, Maeve Dermody, Marshall Napier, Heather Mitchell, Kelly Paterniti
πŸ“– Synopsis: The world can make us invisible. Courage can make us incredible. Love can make us invincible. Ryan Kwanten of TV's "True Blood" stars in this charming, quirky and totally unpredictable romantic comedy...
Flypaper

Flypaper

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: ActionComedy
🎬 Starring: Patrick Dempsey, Ashley Judd, Tim Blake Nelson, Adrian Martinez, Mekhi Phifer, Matt Ryan, Greg Germann, Octavia Spencer, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jeffrey Tambor, John Ventimiglia, Rob Huebel, Curtis Armstrong
πŸ“– Synopsis: Tripp Kennedy (Patrick Dempsey) ambles into a bank near closing time, just as two different gangs unwittingly converge to rob it. A shoot-out erupts, and Tripp tackles the smart, pretty teller, Kaitli...
Amigo

Amigo

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: DramaWar
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Joel Torre, Chris Cooper, Garret Dillahunt, Dane DeHaan, Rio Locsin, Ronnie Lazaro, Yul Vazquez, DJ Qualls, Bembol Roco
πŸ“– Synopsis: "Amigo," the 17th feature film from Academy Award-nominated writer-director John Sayles, stars legendary Filipino actor Joel Torre as Rafael, a village mayor caught in the murderous crossfire of the P...
Spy Kids 4: All The Time In The World

Spy Kids 4: All The Time In The World

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: ActionAdventure
⭐ Rating: PG
🎬 Starring: Jessica Alba, Alexa Vega, Daryl Sabara, Joel McHale, Jeremy Piven, Antonio Banderas, Danny Trejo, Rowan Blanchard, Ricky Gervais, Mason Cook, Melissa Cordero, Adam Moroz
πŸ“– Synopsis: On the surface, Marissa Cortez Wilson (Jessica Alba) has it all...married to a famous spy hunting television reporter, a new baby and intelligent twin step kids. But in reality, trying to mother Rebe...
Fright Night

Fright Night

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: HorrorThrillerComedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Anton Yelchin, Imogen Poots, Colin Farrell, Toni Collette, David Tennant, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Sandra Vergara, Dave Franco
πŸ“– Synopsis: Senior Charlie Brewster (Anton Yelchin) finally has it all going on: he's running with the popular crowd and dating the most coveted girl in his high school. In fact, he's so cool he's even dissing hi...
Conan The Barbarian

Conan The Barbarian

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: ActionAdventureFantasy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Jason Momoa, Rachel Nichols, Rose McGowan, Ron Perlman, Leo Howard, Stephen Lang, Bob Sapp, Said Taghmaoui, Morgan Freeman
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the action-packed fantasy film [m=Conan the Barbarian], directed by [c=Marcus Nispel], audiences are transported to a mythical world filled with danger and adventure. The story follows the fierce ...
One Day

One Day

πŸ“… Release: August 19, 2011
🎭 Genre: RomanceComedy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Anne Hathaway, Jim Sturgess, Romola Garai, Jodie Whittaker, Rafe Spall, Jamie Sives, Ken Stott, Patricia Clarkson
πŸ“– Synopsis: Twenty years...two people. Directed by Lone Scherfig (director of "An Education," Academy Award-nominated for Best Picture), the motion picture "One Day" is adapted for the screen by David Nicholls fr...
Meet Monica Velour

Meet Monica Velour

πŸ“… Release: April 8, 2011
🎭 Genre: DramaComedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Kim Cattrall, Dustin Ingram, Brian Dennehy, Keith David, Sam McMurray, Jee Young Han, Daniel Yelsky, Jamie Tisdale, Jay Malack
πŸ“– Synopsis: In this irreverent comedy, awkward teenager Tobe (Dustin Ingram) sets off on a road trip to meet Monica Velour (Kim Cattrall), his favorite '80s porn star, at a rare live appearance hundreds of miles ...
Final Destination 5

Final Destination 5

πŸ“… Release: August 12, 2011
🎭 Genre: ThrillerHorror
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Nicholas D'Agosto, Emma Bell, Miles Fisher, Arlen Escarpeta, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood, P.J. Byrne, Ellen Wroe, David Koechner, Courtney B. Vance, Tony Todd
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the chilling installment of the iconic horror franchise, "Final Destination 5," a group of coworkers embarks on a corporate retreat that takes a terrifying turn. When Sam Lawton, played by [c=Nich...
30 Minutes Or Less

30 Minutes Or Less

πŸ“… Release: August 12, 2011
🎭 Genre: ComedyAdventure
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Aziz Ansari, Danny McBride, Michael Pena, Bianca Kajlich, Fred Ward, Nick Swardson, Dilshad Vadsaria, Jordan Trovillion
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the uproarious comedy-adventure "30 Minutes or Less," an unsuspecting pizza delivery driver finds himself in a dire situation when a pair of dim-witted criminals plot to force him into committing ...
Glee: The 3D Concert Movie

Glee: The 3D Concert Movie

πŸ“… Release: August 12, 2011
🎭 Genre: DocumentaryMusic
⭐ Rating: PG
🎬 Starring: Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Dianna Agron, Chord Overstreet, Darren Criss, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz, Mark Salling, Naya Rivera, Heather Morris, Harry Shum Jr., Ashley Fink
πŸ“– Synopsis: In a vibrant celebration of music and camaraderie, "Glee: The 3D Concert Movie" transports viewers into the electrifying world of the beloved musical television series, [t=Glee]. The film showcases a...
Help, The

Help, The

πŸ“… Release: August 10, 2011
🎭 Genre: Drama
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Jessica Chastain, Bryce Dallas Howard, Allison Janney, Sissy Spacek, Octavia Spencer, Mike Vogel, Anna Camp, Nelsan Ellis, Chris Lowell, Eleanor Henry, Emma Henry
πŸ“– Synopsis: Based on one of the most talked about books in years and a #1 New York Times best-selling phenomenon, "The Help" stars Emma Stone ("Easy A") as Skeeter, Academy Award-nominated Viola Davis ("Doubt") a...
Last Godfather, The

Last Godfather, The

πŸ“… Release: April 1, 2011
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Harvey Keitel, Jason Mewes, Blake Clark, Jon Polito, Michael Rispoli, Jocelin Donahue, Hyung-rae Shim, Jack Kehler
πŸ“– Synopsis: In 1951, Don Carini (Harvey Keitel), the mafia's most powerful godfather, gathers his followers to announce the heir to the family. Each expects to be crowned the next Don, but they hear a shocking st...
Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes

πŸ“… Release: August 5, 2011
🎭 Genre: ActionDramaSci-Fi
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: James Franco, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto, Tom Felton, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, David Hewlett, Tyler Labine, Sonja Bennett, David Oyelowo, Leah Gibson, Jamie Harris
πŸ“– Synopsis: In a groundbreaking tale that redefines the boundaries of loyalty and intelligence, "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" unfolds the story of Caesar, a genetically enhanced chimpanzee played with stunnin...
Teen Spirit

Teen Spirit

πŸ“… Release: August 7, 2011
🎭 Genre: Drama
🎬 Starring: Cassie Scerbo, Lindsey Shaw, Elena Varela, Lucius Baston, Andrea Powell, Rhoda Griffis, Carissa Capobianco, Paras Patel, Cullen Moss, Cree Ivey, Travis Quentin Young, Allen Williamson, Gabriela Lopez, Katrina Rose Tandy, Langley McArol
πŸ“– Synopsis: Amber Pollock (Cassie Scerbo, Make It or Break It) is the queen bee of Eugene Ashley High School, and the only thing missing to her reign is the Prom Queen title. Having worked for years towards obtai...
Whistleblower, The

Whistleblower, The

πŸ“… Release: August 5, 2011
🎭 Genre: Drama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Rachel Weisz, Monica Bellucci, David Strathairn, Vanessa Redgrave, Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Anna Anissimova
πŸ“– Synopsis: Inspired by shocking true events, this gripping drama follows [c=Rachel Weisz] as Kathryn Bolkovac, an idealistic American police officer who takes a lucrative United Nations contracting job in post-...
Perfect Age Of Rock 'n' Roll, The

Perfect Age Of Rock 'n' Roll, The

πŸ“… Release: August 5, 2011
🎭 Genre: DramaMusic
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Kevin Zegers, Jason Ritter, Taryn Manning, Peter Fonda, Aimee Teegarden, Lauren Holly, James Ransone
πŸ“– Synopsis: Two estranged childhood friends channel their talent and passion for music into a cross-country road trip that brings them face to face with their past on a quest to confront the future. Spyder (Kevin...
Change-Up, The

Change-Up, The

πŸ“… Release: August 5, 2011
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Jason Bateman, Olivia Wilde, Leslie Mann, Mircea Monroe, Alan Arkin, Andrea Moore
πŸ“– Synopsis: Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman star in "The Change-Up", from director David Dobkin ("Wedding Crashers"), writers Jon Lucas & Scott Moore ("The Hangover") and producer Neal Moritz ("Fast & Furious", "...
Red Dog

Red Dog

πŸ“… Release: August 4, 2011
🎭 Genre: FamilyDrama
⭐ Rating: PG
🎬 Starring: Josh Lucas, Rachael Taylor, Noah Taylor, Keisha Castle-Hughes, Luke Ford, Rohan Nichol, Arthur Angel, Koko
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the heart of the Australian outback, "Red Dog" tells the touching story of an extraordinary bond between a man and a dog that transcends the barriers of loneliness and loss. Set in a small mining ...
Cougar Hunting

Cougar Hunting

πŸ“… Release: April 8, 2011
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Matt Prokop, Randy Wayne, Jillian Murray, Vanessa Angel, Lara Flynn Boyle, Jareb Dauplaise
πŸ“– Synopsis: Three young men, disillusioned by the complexities and frequent rejections of dating women their own age, embark on an unconventional quest for romance in this raucous comedy. Led by the charming but...