‘Strangerland’ (2015) – Kidman Shines, Film Lacks Thrill
The Australian-Irish suspense drama “Strangerland” is overall a good one from debutant director Kim Farrant but somehow lacks thrill. Nicole Kidman, as an anguished mother, distressed over the disappearance of her two children in an Australian desert town, has yet again delivered a surprisingly beautiful performance. “Strangerland” is very uneasy in the story when you […]
‘Insidious: Chapter 3’ (Movie Review) – Better Than Chapter 2
Many times the idea behind a movie prequel is more interesting than a sequel. The popular horror film franchise ‘Insidious’ in its third installment has proved it yet again with an engaging plot. While I must say that I liked the first part and not much the second, ‘Insidious: Chapter 3’ is certainly terrifying, in […]
Final Girl (2015) – Abigail Breslin Stars In This Horror Action Thriller
Renowned photographer and music video director Tyler Shields’ directorial debut Final Girl although looks slick and stylish in the trailer, lacks content to be an engaging thriller. Abigail Breslin who got an Oscar nomination for Little Miss Sunshine is in lead as Veronica, a shy and vulnerable girl who can be the easy target of a group of teenage […]
‘Baahubali’ – An Unmatched Buzz
Director S.S. Rajamouli’s epic magnum opus Baahubali set to be released on July 10th, 2015 worldwide has already created a buzz in the industry. The film which is believed to be made with a hooping budget of over 250 crores is probably India’s most expensive motion picture to date. The film will be released in four different […]
‘Terminator Genisys’ – All For New-Age Viewers
The new film in the “Terminator” franchise ‘Terminator Genisys’ so far doesn’t have a great run in the Box Office, compared to its earlier films. But is it right to bring the film down considering the overall success of the franchise? I guess NO. Terminator Genisys has been in competition with the likes of Jurassic […]
“Woman in Gold” (2015) – Movie Review
The Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds starrer British-American biographical drama, “Woman in Gold”, is so far one of the finest films of the year. Many reasons make the film special for many, and one of those is its history that strikes our emotions. It’s an extraordinary true story of a Jewish Austrian lady who is […]
‘Indigenous’ (2014) – Horror – Tries Too Heard to Meet Genre Expectations
Ever since Paranormal Activity is released, the found-footage style of filmmaking has become a norm in the horror genre. Of course, the whole style of filmmaking where one or more characters in the film record the happenings while being an integral part of the story makes the whole experience interesting. However, one needs to be particular about […]
Once Were Warriors (1994)
I was going through some history books, particularly on tribal culture, when one of my friends suggested exploring a few movies and one of those was “Once Were Warriors”. With no such basic knowledge of the context of this 1994-released New Zealand production, when I finally got to watch this recently on DVD, I was […]
‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ (Blog)
So, what’s new in the latest Avengers (Age of Ultron) movie other than superhero showmanship? In fact nothing new, other than the introduction of a few more characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, if we ask someone who loves superhero movies, the only answer you might get is that the Age of Ultron is full of […]
First Trailer for ‘A Royal Night Out’
This year on May 15th, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day 1945, a new film is ready to be released accounting for an untold story of the royal family of Britain. Based on true events, A Royal Night Out goes back in time when Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret […]