Eleven Days
Eleven Days

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Eleven Days

2018
Movie
93 min
English

Ajit Singh, blends in happily in to his new home in the middle of Australia. However, his brother Rajveer, finds it unbearable to be constantly labelled a terrorist due to his beard and turban that he keeps faithfully according to his Sikh heritage. Rajveer then decides to join the army and leaves home after an argument with their dad Sarjit. Fearing for his brother's safety, Ajit goes on a quest to go after Rajveer in order to bring him home. Ajit not only has to survive the outback, he also must to locate Rajveer within elevendays or it will all be too late.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Adam RevingtonGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set against the backdrop of a fictionalized conflict, 'Eleven Days' chronicles the experiences of a small group of soldiers trapped behind enemy lines. Facing dwindling supplies and mounting psychological pressure, they must rely on their training, their camaraderie, and their will to survive. The film explores themes of sacrifice, the human cost of war, and the enduring hope found in the darkest of circumstances.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Eleven Days' garnered a mixed-to-positive reception. Reviewers often praised its intense atmosphere and strong performances from its lead actors, while some found the narrative predictable in places. Audiences generally responded well to its emotional impact and realistic portrayal of the pressures of combat.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw depiction of wartime tension and strong lead performances.

  • Some critics noted a formulaic plot progression despite the compelling premise.

  • The film's emotional resonance and atmospheric direction were frequently highlighted.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's intense emotional core and its realistic portrayal of the psychological toll of warfare. Many found the performances compelling and the story moving, though a segment of viewers felt the plot lacked originality.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Indie Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The intense, claustrophobic bunker scenes were filmed in a repurposed underground storage facility to enhance the actors' sense of confinement.

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