11-11-11
After the death of his wife and child, an author travels to Barcelona to see his estranged brother and dying father, where he learns that his life is plagued by events that occur on 11/11/11.
Why it matters
A supernatural countdown thriller that leans hard on apocalyptic numerology and familial dread, wrapped in an early-2010s indie-horror aesthetic.
- Solid if familiar occult premise taps into the "end times" anxiety popular in post-2000s genre fare.
- Barcelona setting adds an atmospheric European flavor that helps it stand out from generic American supernatural thrillers.
- Strong lead performance grounds the emotional core amid the puzzle-box plotting and ritualistic scares.
- Practical effects and makeup lean into tangible creepiness, avoiding overly slick CG that dates similar films from the era.
Director
15 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
29
Supernatural
80
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
14
Survival
17
