Author: Deepak Mohanty

A full-time movie geek and part time e-learning professional. He loves to read, write and discuss in length about cinema and the art of filmmaking.

Annabelle and the Blurred Line Between Horror and Reality

In what feels like a scene straight out of The Conjuring franchise, you all must have already read about the horrific and disturbing real-life incident that has both horror enthusiasts and paranormal experts on edge. Dan Rivera, a 54-year-old retired U.S. Army soldier and lead paranormal investigator, was found dead inside a Gettysburg hotel room […]

Wall to Wall: When Apartment Life Turns into a Nightmare

Netflix’s latest Korean thriller, Wall to Wall, directed by Unlocked’s Kim Tae-joon, blends slow-burning tension with dark humor and sharp social commentary. Set in a high-rise apartment that is both a refuge and a trap, the film explores paranoia, class anxiety, and the very fine line between reality and delusion. If you have ever experienced […]

Before John Wick, There Was ‘Collateral’ – A Neo-Noir Classic

Before John Wick remade modern action in its highly stylized gun-fu and unrelenting pace, Michael Mann offered something quieter, colder, and perhaps more haunting: Collateral (2004). Starring Tom Cruise as a contract killer with silver hair and Jamie Foxx as the hapless cab driver caught in his path, Collateral is a cinematic masterpiece laced with […]

10 Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Films That Explore Reality, Time, and Identity

Fans of movies like Inception, Interstellar, Arrival, and Annihilation know that science fiction goes beyond spaceships, futuristic gadgets, laser battles, alien invasion, and impressive visuals. Many sci-fi films introduce us to the power of ideas and perceptions. With complex themes of identity, existence, consciousness, grief, loss, ethical dilemmas, and more, there are stories that can […]

The Apprentice (2024): A Look at Trump’s Early Years

“The Apprentice” (2024) goes deep into Donald Trump’s early business years and his controversial relationship with lawyer Roy Cohn, tracing the real estate mogul’s rise through power, corruption, manipulation, and ambition. Set in 1970s-80s New York, The Apprentice is a biopic directed by Ali Abbasi and written by Gabriel Sherman. The film’s storyline explores Donald […]

Takashi Shimizu’s Latest “Immersion” Promises Chills and Thrills

The Japanese horror film “Immersion” (忌怪島) promises to be a terrifying ride with a mix of traditional haunts and techno-horrors. Directed by Takashi Shimizu, the creator behind J-horror classics like Ju-On and Marebito, brings together cutting-edge technology with old superstitions or folklore in a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. […]

Inner Child: An upcoming psychological horror film

“Inner Child” is a gripping psychological horror feature film, based on Natalie Rodriguez’s acclaimed novella and short screenplay. The film follows Cassie, a college freshman who cuts ties with her toxic family but is plagued by recurring nightmares. When these nightmares become increasingly real and invasive, Cassie seeks help from her therapist, Dr. Reid, hoping […]

“The Little Thief” (Short Film Review): A Depiction of a Child’s First Brush with Guilt

Finding some of the best films as a movie enthusiast is a wonderful experience, especially when it’s a short film with an original plot and sensibilities. In just three minutes, “The Little Thief” by Nicole Vanden Broeck transports us to a surrealistic world reminiscent of our childhood, where innocence and curiosity rule supreme. The film’s […]

‘AKA’ (2023) Movie Review: An Action-Packed French Crime Drama

Do you enjoy gritty action thrillers? If so, then you won’t want to miss Netflix’s latest action/crime film release ‘AKA’. This French-style gangster movie promises to deliver a fresh take on the genre with its impressive pace, an imposing performance from Alban Lenoir, and some great action sequences. The film ‘AKA,’ starring Alban Lenoir and […]

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