The Equalizer 2 (2018), Short Review
Denzel Washington returns with “The Equalizer 2” as the former secret agent Robert McCall taking forward his mission to deliver justice for the oppressed and exploited, but this time he must fight for someone very close to his heart. The film is no different than the earlier one as we see a very familiar plot […]
‘Lucifer’ – A Malayalam Political Thriller Starring Mohanlal
The Mohanlal-starrer Malayalam language movie ‘Lucifer’ has crossed Rs. 200 crores at the box office and this is indeed a great feat for actor-turned-director Prithviraj who is also planning to create a sequel to this. The film is now streaming on Amazon Prime in three different Indian regional languages (Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu). One of […]
YOUR SON (Tu hijo), Spanish Movie (Review)
Spanish movie YOUR SON (original title: Tu hijo) is a gripping thriller with a tightly written story about the bonding between a father and son, the sadness of losing someone, and the anger when one sees that justice is not always served by the legal system. While the film is a mixture of suspense and […]
LUPT – Yet Another Forgettable Bollywood Horror Film
After watching the Jaaved Jaffery-starrer Bollywood horror film LUPT, most of us would be disappointed with the fact that there is no genuine effort to come up with an original story that can generate scare on its own. If we leave aside films like “Tumbbad” and “Pari”, both released in 2018 — Hindi filmmakers have […]
THE SILENCE (Review) – Netflix’s ‘A Quiet Place’
With the latest Netflix thriller, THE SILENCE, we might wonder why the makers are trying hard to overexpose an idea that’s already been explored by others. Yes, we have watched films like “A Quiet Place” and “Bird Box“, but this one from the director John R. Leonetti (“Annabelle”) has no originality. THE SILENCE is yet […]
A Cure for Wellness – A Confusing Yet Interesting Storyline
Director Gore Verbinski’s psychological horror-thriller “A Cure for Wellness” is an intelligent thriller with an interesting plotline. The film keeps the suspense for a long, as we wonder about the goals of the story – which may or may not be answered in the end. At least, when you’re watching a film from the director […]
Winchester (2018) – Fun to watch but not scary
Based on the Winchester Mystery House, one of the most haunted mansions in North America, the film ‘Winchester’ directed by the Spierig Brothers is fairly entertaining but doesn’t have a compelling script to make it scary. It is more like a drama that is fun to watch but doesn’t have enough substance we usually look […]
‘Tiger House’ (2015) – A Fast-Paced Home-Invasion Action Thriller
Thomas Daley directed “Tiger House,” a fast-paced home-invasion film that is entertaining, even though it is generic and predictable. Kaya Scodelario stars in this low-profile yet sufficiently engaging film for a DVD release. One thing we must appreciate about the film is its plotline, performances, and some attempt at character development. “Tiger House” follows Kelly, […]
Going In Style – A Feel-Good ‘Heist’ Comedy Film
Oscar winners Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, and Alan Arkin make this comedy Going in Style a must-watch, as we love these supremely talented actors, and of course in a story that talks about everlasting friendship and happiness we share with our loved ones. Going in Style is one of those films that brings a smile […]
Gun City – A crime drama set in 1920s Spain
Netflix’s 2018 crime drama ‘Gun City’ (original title – La sombra de la ley) is a good Spanish film we have seen recently. The film that has won three Goya Awards, including Artistic Direction and Best Cinematography (Josu Inchaustegui), follows characters in a chaotic 1920s Spain when the country was reeling under corruption amid political […]