Top Grossing Films Worldwide:
* Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: A magical fantasy film based on J.K. Rowling's beloved book.
* Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: The first installment in Peter Jackson's epic fantasy trilogy.
* Shrek: An animated fairytale comedy that became a cultural phenomenon.
* Pearl Harbor: A historical drama about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
* Monsters, Inc.: An animated comedy from Pixar about the world of monsters who scare children.
* Ocean's Eleven: A stylish heist film with a star-studded cast.
* The Mummy Returns: A sequel to the 1999 action-adventure film.
* A Beautiful Mind: A biographical drama about the brilliant mathematician John Nash.
* Jurassic Park III: The third installment in the dinosaur-themed franchise.
* Spy Kids: A family-friendly spy comedy.
Other Notable Films:
* Mulholland Drive: David Lynch's surreal and enigmatic neo-noir film.
* A.I. Artificial Intelligence: Steven Spielberg's science fiction film about a robot boy who wants to become human.
* Black Hawk Down: A war film about the Battle of Mogadishu.
* Bridget Jones's Diary: A romantic comedy based on Helen Fielding's novel.
* Zoolander: A comedic satire about the fashion industry.
* Gosford Park: A mystery set in a country house in 1932.
* Waking Life: An animated film exploring philosophy and the nature of reality.
* Donnie Darko: A science fiction film about a troubled teenager who sees visions of the future.
This is just a small selection of the many great films released in 2001. It was a diverse and exciting year for cinema, with something for everyone to enjoy.