Director: James Watkins Cast: James McAvoy, Aisling Franciosi, Mackenzie Davis, Scoot McNairy, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) James Watkins’ “Speak No Evil” is a chilling exploration of societal constraints and the discomfort that arises from seemingly benign social interactions. As a remake of the 2022 Danish hit of the same name, the…
Directed by: Ajith Mampally Cast: Antony Varghese Pepe, Raj B Shetty, Shabeer Kallarakkal Rating: 3/5 Stars Kondal (Raincloud) offers a familiar revenge-driven narrative set against the backdrop of the coastal village of Anchuthengu. Directed by debutant Ajith Mampally, this film attempts to explore themes of vengeance and justice through the lens of a character grappling…
Reviewed by Mohammad Gulam, Digital Marketer Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di (2024), the third installment in Gippy Grewal’s acclaimed Ardaas series, ventures into familiar territory with a fresh narrative twist. As a loose adaptation of Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, the film aims to explore the human condition through a pilgrimage that reveals the varied…
Sector 36 is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the dark and unsettling world of serial killings. Directed by Aditya Nimbalkar, the film draws inspiration from the chilling Nithari killings, though it refrains from claiming complete authenticity. Instead, it reimagines the real-life horror with fictional elements, creating a compelling narrative that is both disturbing…
Director: Jeremy Saulnier Cast: Aaron Pierre, AnnaSophia Robb, Don Johnson, Emory Cohen, David Denman, James Cromwell Rating: 4/5 Jeremy Saulnier’s “Rebel Ridge” stands out as a commanding entry in the genre of crime thrillers, delivering a gripping narrative that is both thought-provoking and intensely engaging. With a deft touch for escalating tension, Saulnier crafts a…
In the ever-evolving landscape of streaming content, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack emerges as a standout series, masterfully blending authenticity with gripping storytelling. Directed and co-created by Anubhav Sinha, this Netflix series takes viewers on a harrowing journey through one of the most tumultuous chapters in recent aviation history. Based primarily on Captain Devi Sharan’s…
Director J T Mollner’s Strange Darling is a captivating thriller that promises intrigue and suspense from its opening moments. The film sets a tone of eerie anticipation with a gripping image of a woman, ‘The Lady’ (played by Willa Fitzgerald), desperately fleeing through the woods. Her striking appearance—dressed in red with matted blonde hair—visually evokes…
Director: Tim Burton Cast: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara, Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Willem Dafoe, Arthur Conti Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice marks a nostalgic return to the otherworldly antics of its 1988 predecessor, but with a decidedly mixed result. The sequel aims to revive the macabre charm and comedic…
Cast: Fardeen Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Priya Bapat, Krystal D’Souza, Seema Biswas, Nachiket Purnapatre, Arjun Aneja, Purnendu Bhattacharya, Satyajeet Kadam Director: Kookie Gulati Rating: ★★★☆☆ Review by Guruji Sunil Chaudhary, Leading Digital Success Coach Visfot attempts to explore a world where the lives of two distinct social classes—one from the gritty slums and the other from…
Director: Venkat Prabhu Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) In The Greatest of All Time (GOAT), Venkat Prabhu embarks on a bold cinematic venture that celebrates the quintessential superstar, Vijay. The film is a testament to Vijay’s extensive range, capturing his prowess in dance, action, comedy, romance, and his innate superstar charisma. However, while the film effectively showcases…