FERRY (Review): An Origin Story of the Drug Kingpin from ‘Undercover’
For those of us who have watched Netflix’s Belgian crime drama “Undercover”, FERRY brings the backstory to all that making of a brutal drug kingpin. However, if you have not watched the series yet, the latest feature film is not a spoiler; rather, it stands on its own with a refreshing take on the making […]
‘Cops and Robbers’ – A Provocative Lyrical Animated Short
Netflix library has a few good shorts films and the two of the recent ones which will definitely catch everyone’s attention are: If Anything Happens I Love You and Cops and Robbers. While these are truly great in creativity, the messages they eventually pass, addressing two key social issues, make these even more special. Directed […]
The Binding (2020) – Too Generic to Have Any Chill
The Binding (original title: Il legame) is a new Netflix horror film from Italy. In fact, it is a supernatural horror film, but it does not have enough chilling moments to make it interesting. The film is too generic with things such as demonic possession, a creaky old house, and some kind of curse associated […]
‘Freaks: You’re One Of Us’ (Film Review) – Predictable, Yet Entertaining
Netflix’s recent superhero film ‘Freaks: You’re One Of Us’ (German: Freaks – Du bist eine von uns) begins with a promising tone by bringing the idea of the inner (rather superhuman) strength of ordinary people and what happens when they get to learn about their powers, but somehow could not capitalize more on the psychology […]
Extraction (Movie Review): Hemsworth’s Realistic Action Thriller
Chris Hemsworth stars in this gritty, violent, and nonstop action-thriller “Extraction” alongside Rudhraksh Jaiswal, Randeep Hooda, and Golshifteh Farahani. Unlike many of Hemsworth’s earlier “Thor” superhero films, this one is much realistic with the depiction of characters that is true to their nature with physical and emotional pain. Yes, Netflix has dropped the much-awaited Sam […]
Mark of the Devil (Mexican Horror Film)
The Mexican horror film ‘Mark of the Devil’ (original title: La Marca del Demonio) is yet another film with a story involving demonic possession and exorcism. While the film begins quite well with its classic feel, the story somehow lets us down too soon. ‘Mark of the Devil’ follows two sisters who come in contact […]