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7/10
Karma is ain't boomerang for Vishwak sen...!!!
3 June 2024
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Gangs of Godavari turns out to be a routine mass action film...Though Krishna Chaitanya's predictable storyline and script is saved by some good performance & flawless screenplay... The movie's narrative skillfully intertwines elements of love, revenge, and political intrigue against the scenic backdrop of Godavari...

Vishwak Sen, known as Mass Ka Das, impresses with his mass mannerisms and impactful performances...While Neha Shetty and Anjali also leave a mark with their respective roles, despite limited screen time...

Director Krishna Chaitanya, known for his association with Trivikram, showcases his directorial prowess, infusing the film with engaging dialogues and well-paced storytelling. However, the screenplay could have been tighter to enhance the overall impact... 'Gangs Of Godavari' is a movie that flows in a certain set pattern. The hero starts from zero, reaches the top, faces downfall and decides to give a strong ending to his story... Especially the way director treated the climax portion is impressive...

Yuvan Shankar Raja's background score adds depth to the storytelling, complementing the raw and rustic feel of the movie...While the songs doesn't workout upto the level...

Despite minor flaws, "Gangs of Godavari" offers a gripping cinematic experience, with its unique narrative and strong performances. With its blend of action, drama, and romance, the film is a worthwhile watch for audiences craving an entertaining movie experience...
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7/10
A quote promising addition to thriller genre...!!!
3 June 2024
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"LUMBERJACK THE MONSTER" is a new Netflix movie from iconic Japanese director Takashi Miike. The original title is Kaibutsu no kikori which is the title of the book it's based on. It's a horror-thriller and the movie is from Japan, but the character-driven plot gives it a South Korean vibe...

This one even has a serial killer mystery plot makes sense & has plenty to cover during its runtime... There is a serial killer and obviously, a serial killer is not a "guy good". However, there is actually a solid reason for his murder spree...

The movie's boldest idea is that psychopathy could be a desirable trait... Miike, known for his intense and often shocking storytelling, crafts a narrative that is both horrifying and deeply engaging. The film kicks off with a ferocious intensity, immediately throwing viewers into Ninomiya's world of cold-blooded ambition and relentless pursuit. Kamenashi delivers a compelling performance, capturing the lawyer's transformation from a cold-hearted professional to a man consumed by vengeance. His portrayal is chilling, particularly in scenes where his character's obsession reaches a fever pitch...

The cinematography by Nobuyasu Kita paints a stark picture of Tokyo's underbelly, filled with shadows and lurking dangers. The editing by Naoichiro Sagara ensures that the tension remains high throughout, with quick cuts that leave the audience barely a moment to breathe. This relentless pace is both a strength and a potential drawback, as it sometimes sacrifices character development for sheer adrenaline...

Despite its many strengths, " Lumberjack the Monster" does have its flaws. The relentless focus on violence and gore can feel overwhelming at times, potentially alienating viewers who are not fans of extreme horror. Additionally, while the film's pace keeps the adrenaline high, it sometimes glosses over deeper character development. Ninomiya's transformation is well-acted but could benefit from more nuanced exploration, particularly in his interactions with other characters...

Overall " Lumberjack the Monster" is a gripping addition to Takashi Miike's filmography, offering a brutal and unflinching look at the darker sides of human nature. It's a film that will undoubtedly appeal to fans of extreme horror and psychological thrillers. However, its intense focus on violence and a somewhat shallow character arc may limit its appeal to a broader audience. Despite these shortcomings, the film's high-octane energy and compelling lead performance make it a memorable cinematic experience...
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7/10
Suffering is a skill...!!!
2 June 2024
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"Arthur : The king" is a thearteratical master piece with emotions,action,comedy, and some and some dangerous and breathe taking actions sequence balanced with fine elements of typical adventure flick does have too... The film highlights not only the loyalty and resilience of dogs but also their remarkable intelligence. It's an inspiring tale that underscores how these incredible animals can profoundly impact our lives...

Mark Wahlberg does it again!!! As always loved his performance...The continuous dialogue he delivers in movies is so amazing to see and hear... He brings together a team to win the title of the world adventure racing in what could be his last attempt following multiple attempts... It has them running through jungles, climb Hills, cycling, kayaking & So on indeed a Touching climax...

"One for All and All for One"

"Do you go with your heart or your mind? ..the decision is all yours"

"Racer's race" & Many more dialogue keeps you intact with its study pace...

These people who actually do this sport are iron men and women. That being said this is a story of not just one man's redemption but a team that at one point could of given up. They fought there way with each other and other teams and along the way gained a 5th member of their team. The unexpected hero wasn't the 3 men and 1 lady that finished second, it was the dog...

Overall A Lovely heartwarming movie would definitely recommended...
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Sleep (I) (2023)
7/10
Hate the Sin, not the Sinner...!!!
2 June 2024
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Jason Yu's feature directorial debut is funny, scary, and delightfully cutting... Told in three increasingly wild chapters, the film's script, piles on a few obvious elements & translates cleverly to the screen with closed expectation...

Mostly set in the film's apartment, which undergoes its own changes over the course of the feature,reveals even more natty twists and smart scripting, nothing to snooze at here...

Director/writer Jason Yu's screenplay puts more distance between us and its heroine, but the movie still holds our attention, As cinematographer Kim Tae-soo frequently stays around its two main characters in their supposedly domestic environment, a sense of isolation around them feels more palpable along the story...

The movie depends a lot on its two lead performers, who show considerable commitment as their respective characters swirl around each other from one end to the other. While Jung Yu-mi does a good job of embodying her character's gradual emotional disturbance along the story, Lee Sun-kyun steadily functions as her solid counterpart throughout the film...They provide a genuine connection between their characters and the viewer...

To the film's credit, though, there is an underlying tension and mystery throughout Keeping your interest perplexed whether it's A ghost? Demonic possession? He's just a psychopath?... Being Director's debut film , he clearly knows how to engage and entertain us, and it will be interesting to watch whatever will come next from him in the future...

Overall "Sleep" is a close, claustrophobic gem, instantly immersive and constantly evolving...indeed a must watch psychological horror thriller that ain't made with cheap thrills & one might cherish who adore an open ending...
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7/10
Unsettling...!!!
1 June 2024
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"What You Wish For" is a dish you bite into thinking it's one temperature but realize after chewing it over that its true heat breaks late... A movie about a man's lies getting him deeper and deeper into trouble...A level of danger is inherent in what's taking place, and the stakes only get higher as the night progresses making your night disturbing...

Movies that will shake up and give you something new to digest. "What You Wish For" may have some twists you can smell coming from a few paces away,keeps you hungry to discover what happens in the final course...

Nick Stahl shines as Ryan from the very first moment he is on screen, all the way to the very end. Viewers go on quite the journey with him, and while he is a bit mysterious at first, it becomes rather easy to connect with him and root for him to make it safely through this experience...

Thankfully, "What You Wish For" does not force you to wait too long for this to happen...The first act is going to feel predictable, but the movie keeps enough twists and turns hidden for the third act, have no fear & perhaps the climax is indeed a biggest strength for the movie... Some scenes are a little difficult to watch, but "What You Wish For" never gets too gory, but there is an uneasy feeling that many will get during certain scenes...

Overall "What You Wish For" works extremely well as an entertaining and suspenseful thriller. It is dark, yet funny at times, and provides a social commentary that will resonate with many in different ways...
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8/10
Rage fuelled by grief...!!!
29 May 2024
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A prequel to the last Mad Max release, this action-thriller is an amazing conceptualization and execution of a dystopian society in the Australian wastelands where habitats of clean water and food produce are almost non-existing and thus the greatest necessity and cause of cruel feuds between gangs and people...

Although the film is about 20 min too long, in fact, the longest of the entire 5 film franchise and not as epic as its predecessors, there is enough here to put it ahead of the action movie pack...

The stunts are breathtaking. The action set pieces are original and intense. Topped off with the vast cinematography and signature frame rate, this high-octane ride will keep your eyes glued to the screen...They patched in original cast from Fury Road rather than giving a few snap shots and scenes from the original

Chris Hemsworth as warlord Dementus, the head of a biker horde, has taken acting to an altogether different level. He has delivered much more than it could have been on the paper... Be it anger, sarcasm, or comic timing, he is simply bang on...

Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa is interesting to watch as a silent and smart kid turned into an intelligent, gallant and ruthless warrior with mammoth inner strength...Though her character is designed well her body mannerism is ain't suitable for the titular role where one could witness post 2nd half...

The story, while a bit slow at times, is captivating and unfolds in a way that is both unexpected and satisfying. The way creativity of the filmmakers that they were able to craft a narrative that feels fresh and exciting while still honoring the legacy of the Mad Max universe...

George Miller's (Director) storyline is good, and the screenplay is well projected from the start to finish. Editing could have been little crisp and could have shortened the movie by 20 mins...Infact the flick holds the highest runtime among its universe...

The cinematography by Simon Duggan is spectacular, creating a vivid, post-apocalyptic world that feels both expansive and claustrophobic...

On screen the antagonist has a much better character arc than the main character and how she deals with him at the end makes barely any sense if she isn't trying to become like him... The 2015 movie still stands out for its amazing use of real stunts and it seems like CGI had somehow gotten worse...

The production chose to add more CGI rather than increase the use of practical, real vehicles and stunts, the film loses the wow factor that made it's predecessor such a revelation; it appears that real vehicles were built for this movie, but largely as a template to build special effects on top of, which for the most part don't convince...

Overall it's a good movie, solid entry to the Mad Max universe with some great expansion of the world we didn't get to see in Fury Road. It's not a non-stop action scene like Fury Road either, It's slower and takes more time to tell a story about a character in this universe. Not sure why Furiosa is supposed to be so important, she seems like another savage killer from the wasteland, but it was interesting none the less...
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7/10
A well deserved addition to the franchise...!!!
29 May 2024
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"The First Omen" is the sixth feature in the franchise and serves as a prequel to the original 1976 movie starring Gregory Peck... In several ways it resembles other religious horror films with a generally predictable storyline...

Director Stevenson takes her time unpacking the story and setting up what's to come. She patiently defines her characters and their places, allowing things to slowly simmer before ramping up to a scalding boil. Yet even in the earliest scenes, Stevenson develops and maintains a looming sense of evil that steadily intensifies, leading up to utterly terrifying final act that makes you disturbed...

Nell Tiger Free is a young actress who has had a few roles in her career, but here she gives a great performance as this woman trying to figure out what is going on at this church and orphanage... She pulls off the character with vivid colors & uses all her acting ability to bring this character to life. The various physical things she does are amazing. In one particular scene, it looks like she is being possessed over by something makes your night out haunting...

The movie legitimately had a few jumpscares and dark imagery that puts it as one of the best horror films this year so far... The flick fearlessly turns a critical eye towards the Catholic Church. Specifically, the main conspiracy of birthing a child by the Devil's hand serves as a fitting metaphor for rampant sexual abuse in organized religion...

Cinematographer Aaron Morton evokes a '70s style carefully framing & reluctant towards cheap jump scares. Letting the audience take in and be unnerved by uncomfortable imagery...

Overall "The First Omen" manages to serve as a well made prequel as well as an unsettling and creepy horror film in its own right...
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Yuva (2024)
5/10
Just for Namesake...!!!
28 May 2024
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"Yuva" is a mediocre commercial film, only worth watching for its action scenes which is intended for just to build up the image of Yuvaraj...

The love story followed predictable patterns with Sapthami gowda has been underplayed lacking the depth & there by performance falling short of expectations...

The movie failed to capture the authenticity of middle-class life, Unnecessary fight scenes and forced Mangalorean slang further detracted from the overall experience...While the college principal played by Deshpande having a sip with yuva seems to be immature carries nonsense...

Yuva Rajkumar showed promise in fight sequences and dance numbers, it wasn't enough to save the movie & his "Single expression" throughout the movie seems irritating...

Sudharani and Hitha were completely expressionless While why the hell on earth was the absolute need for the father to spend so lavishly for his daughter's wedding when he was drowning in debts?? And gifting Audi??

Santhosh Anandram directorial sense has completely lost it this time He should focus on scripts rather than launching star kids...
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8/10
Frozen gin Frozen glass & Generous twists...!!!
27 May 2024
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There are some movies which starts off in a low note and it builds up high as the story progresses and this one falls in that category... The investigation part about the movie has its charm that holds the thrilling point which makes you hooked to the story...

This movie is based on a true story of two friends who meet each other accidentally but their friendship costs them a lot... It gently reminds me of digital marketing frauds how people are faking it to get some extra money from the government and how risky that turns out to be when one of the friends claims it for her own death and in reality, she is alive...

One could see many twists and turns and will be glued to it until the end... One cannot make a sure statement about anyone's character. Every person in the movie is brilliant. It was really good to watch these two brilliant actresses Anna Kendrick & come together and make this movie a neat thriller out of nowhere hell of an entertainment...

Emily(Blake lively) looked so beautiful and dangerous Where as Stephanie (Anna Kendrick) was as usual cute and super smart...

Be careful of who you trust in a relationship...As we all have our secrets & there by "DO EVERYTHING BY YOURSELF" is all the morality if the flick... The film flirts with taboo sex, drugs and violence...Likewise, it has some fun with playing on gender conventions, but never really explores or subverts them in any great depth...

Overall, "A Simple Favor" is an entertaining watch with strong performances and a stylish aesthetic & A strong recommendation for those who crave for good movies...
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Krishnamma (2024)
6/10
Neither Boring nor Roaring...!!!
26 May 2024
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This movie looks like True Incident which happened on Dec 27, 2007 in Vijayawada (Ayesha Meera's Case)... Way more better than the movies which are coming with high budget with having better story line than those big ones...

Even though the story is same old but the narration of the story, characteristics of the Hero and his friends are good. Not boring and unnecessary songs and no useless comedy. The entire story goes in one wavelength...

SatyaDev making a good impression with every Movie and looked Promising, No Overdoers,No Hype,Indeed a promising star along with SUHAS making waves in Tollywood... Rest of the characters too did their work perfect to elevate the movie at a brisk pace...

The chemistry among the lead trio adds a layer of realism to the narrative, emphasizing the film's core theme of friendship & loyalty... The film's emotional depth is commendable, although it suffers from a slow first half. The romantic subplot feels unnecessary and detracts from the main storyline. However, the director's debut is promising, showcasing a competent handling of traditional revenge drama with fresh emotional beats...

Cinematography is adequate. While Kaala Bhairava's songs lack punch, his background score is ineffective. Editing needs to be sharper...

Krishnamma primarily explores corrupt police practices, where officers falsely frame innocent people to protect those in power. It also touches on the theme of ordinary individuals seeking vengeance against those who have inflicted severe harm on their lives...

Overall though the plot is repeatative The new director adopts a realistic style, avoiding conventional commercial elements,making it a one time watchable flick...
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7/10
It's SUHAS show all the way...!!!
25 May 2024
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Suhas has found a Midas touch especially his script selection is highly appreciable...No doubt he his getting too strong day by day striking gold at the box-office & he has created his own identity indeed while his producers are on cloud nine... Do check his filmography and rejoice...

An engaging script till first half, later story gets an usual track...While the movie is not bad but it could have been handled in better way as audience already involved with high drama till first half , in second half it became a regular plot...

The term "Prosopagnosia" "Phonagnosia" " Statistical Satisfaction" & " Apla syndrome" depictions should be appreciated as the director is passionate enough towards his flick...

Camera by Chandrashekar & Editing of Karthik provides ample support to the flick...While Vijay Bulganin's background score is appropriate for the thriller genre, but his songs don't work...

As far as Con's are concerned The episodes involving hero and heroine Drags on at many places...But the amount of tension kept intact till the end makes it a clear winner... Overall "Prasanna Vadanam" is a thriller with intriguing episodes that makes a neat watch...
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Atlas (2024)
2/10
Peace for the fallen(ATLAS)...!!!
25 May 2024
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To be sure, the film is not unique in raising the question of Ai or even in its mode of engagement with the question of whether it can be trusted and eventually loved... The idea of AI potentially wiping out human populations is not new...

CGI in 'Atlas', while competent, is not new either. Holograms, intergalactic views from JLo's window and the world-building on GR-39 with its large mushrooms and torrential rain feel like things we have seen before in other films; and yet they get the job done-perhaps on a smallish budget even...

J Lo acting seems to be penchant for Oscar worthy but lands as an overdosed treatment also the bonding with Smith(Ai) is ain't convincing...Lopez has always excelled at self-promotion and dancing, but her acting often falls short & this time she is bit over- acted seems to be exaggerated most of the times that too tha fault with her side in corrupting the A.i... The communication b/w lopez & Ai seems cringe enough as the robot disrespects acts like a bot mentioning the certain level of percentage to act accordingly...

it's easy to understand Atlas Shepherd's mistrust of AI in the beginning, and then follow her example as she places greater trust in the good AI, little by little. In some ways, the film feels like handholding millennials to a more general acceptance of the idea that AI, like other technologies before it, is a tool that can be used for good or evil...

Also Director peyton seems to be lack of screenplay that loses its way in pacing lands clueless in the midway...

The onething that makes the flick stand tall is there is no preaching or politics in this movie just nice action with some chuckles... Thank you Jennifer Lopez for making a movie for actual entertainment and not activism...

Overall the flick is not even a one time watchable & better save your golden time...
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Crew (2024)
6/10
Always have a PLAN-B...!!!
24 May 2024
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The three evergreen and beautiful divas of the silver screen, Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Kriti Sanon, performed their roles convincingly... All three are tired of their dysfunctional life and the salary is bringing no good for them... After being unpaid for months, the life of these women takes a rocky turn as they find themselves entangled in a smuggling investigation...

The first half is terrific. With the revelation of their chairman fleeing away to Dubai (Even his name reminds of Vijay malya), these three ladies decide to take their hard-earned money back from them. The crazy plan which is stupid from the beginning and this makes it more fun and convincing will make you roll. Writers Nidhi Mehra and Mehul Suri keep the game on with their funny punches. Bebo's Jasmine breaking into Sona kitna sona hai will make laugh instantly. Humor works out from the character's unapologetically and there is no room for serious conversation...

If you Don't Find Logic and You Won't Be disappointed !!

With all the lead characters doing some great job flawlessly...Raja Krishnan keeps the screenplay at a study pace in such a way that this plot will turnout to be a blockbuster even if it's made in Hollywood...

Overall the Terminal is open for its viewers and could be rated 6 stars for 3 women...
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Infested (2023)
6/10
REC meets ARACHNOPHOBIA...!!!
24 May 2024
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The pacing is just right as builds up the tension and close counters vibes, makes u feel there is no space to run, let alone think & Push through the fear and get lost in the moment. Feel every crawling, jumping, panic and desperation to live, one spider at a time...

This was a debute full length film for this director and he pulled it off!!! Fantastic pacing and editing, starring a cast that has a natural chemistry, making them easily relatable...

Despite very good subtitles, If you understand French you get an extra layer of fun, as the dialogue is naturally fluid and chocked full of humour, with vicious slang and witty wordplay The visual effects are well executed and thanks to the lighting and editing, provide some exquisitely well-orchestrated stressful set pieces...

If you have a healthy fear of spiders this movie is going to hit you harder and make you feel more creeped out than any other insect movie & it's from the prestigious SHUDDER productions especially movie buffs are very much aware of this production house...

Overall if you could resist for 20 odd mins this movie could pull you out of somewhere genuinely...
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Finestkind (2023)
7/10
Brothers ought to be brothers...!!!
24 May 2024
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Loved great endings and movies nowadays endings are so sad While this movie has sacrifice, family and brotherhood all the way... This movie showed what true loyalty is in people...

This movie starts off as boring but as it unfolds while you continue watching it turns out very interesting... They start of as fishermen and end up as drug smugglers when they decide to do it as a once of thing because they don't have other means of income because their boat was compounded after fishing in Canadian waters illegally... it's a drama but over the top drama... It's shot well. It's great to see the local pub, wharf, neighborhood and our fishing fleet on the big screen...

There's times in this movie you forget you're watching a film, they nailed so much of natural life between all the characters and their lives.

Tommy Lee Jones delivers an Oscar worthy final act of the film... While Ben foster strangled with his natural classact... Jenna Ortega is okayish but a drug dealing business ain't convincing... While Toby Wallace who continually pulled me out of the movie with his exaggerated mannerisms...

It's as cool as a Boilmaker that eats your heart out give it a try if your fan of off beat tales & you won't be disappointed... Overall "You live , you die but the in between counts" & That's the beauty of "FINESTKIND"...
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7/10
Bonding day is tomorrow...!!!
23 May 2024
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Wes Ball infuses approach with a blend of fresh ideas and high-quality blockbuster appeal while maintaining the essence that has defined the franchise since its reboot does some good moments to cherish also some loop holes too...

The film follows Noa, a young chimpanzee, as he navigates a world reshaped by the actions of his ancestors and the current societal structures that have evolved among the ape communities... Through Noa's journey, the movie explores themes of unity, betrayal, and the quest for identity in a post-human world, providing a new dimension of character development and societal commentary...

Visual and Technical Mastery is one of the standout features of "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is its exceptional use of motion capture technology, which is highlighted as among the finest in the industry. The seamless integration of these performances with the stunningly reclaimed natural environments creates a visually phenomenal experience that pushes the boundaries of cinematic storytelling. The attention to detail in the depiction of both the apes and their surroundings adds a layer of immersion and realism that is critical to the film's impact...

Despite mastering the franchise technically brilliant one couldn't get connected to its core emotion that has been explored since its origin... The sudden appearance of human race & Apes conquering them except MAE is ain't convincing enough... The final act KING getting killed over by eagles is an absolute cheap thrills,whereas the emotional speech of Noa could have boosted the eagle clan to mass murder the King...

Overall though it has some illogical loopholes "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is not just a continuation of a beloved franchise but a thought-provoking exploration of legacy, power, and the quest for a better society...
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Rathnam (2024)
4/10
Only for HARI fans...!!!
23 May 2024
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Too much Gore, blood and killing in the name of fighting.. No logic behind anything.. Just for adrenaline rush one can watch...

This movie portrays that the police are useless and are paid hitmen for the highest bidder. It reflects really bad on the police.

The storyline could have been much better and the ending was speed forwarded with a lame ending. It's seems like a commercial movie that lost its momentum at its last quarter of its storyline...

Despite being cringe enough what forms a major drawback is that it lacks comedy which one could find good enough earlier films of HARI... Also HARI is too gutsy enough not chose any love track or one wouldn't believe this his first film with no romance or love tracks which is of highly appreciable...

Also HARI & Iyengar family are inseparable which he follows in this film too... Vishal has lost his charisma.....the dialogue delivery is like a drunkard speaking.....his mind is not involved fully towards the movie's momentum...

Overall ONLY FIGHTS CANNOT SAVE A MOVIE.... I THINK HARI HAS ALSO LOST HIS TOUGH..... OVERALL ITS A BELOW AVERAGE MOVIE so do watch it under your own risk...
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Shakhahaari (2024)
7/10
An immersive thriller that depends upon lead cast to win...!!!
23 May 2024
How some random events turn an innocent into a criminal...Keeping the thread of how he fights for his existence, "Sakhahari" finally comes to a climax giving a logical end to everything... "Shakahaari" takes unexpected turns and keeps the suspense going till the climax. If the narrative and screenplay had been speeded up according to the story of the movie, there was a possibility that "Shakhahari" would have touched the hearts of the audience more quickly and effectively. However, it can be said that the effort of the film team to present a new story to the audience has been successful here...

Now the credit goes to actors Rangayana Raghu and Gopalkrishna Deshpande who carried the entire movie on their roles till the end. Rangayana Raghu as a cook Bhatt and Gopalkrishna Deshpande as a police inspector are heartwarming performances. New talents like Vinay and Nidhi Hegde grabbed attention in their first attempt, while Sujay Shastri brought laughter to the audience every now and then. Other than that, the performances of the other actors are decent...

Technically, the cinematography and background music of the movie attract attention. Those who want to support the efforts of newcomers and those who are different from the usual movies can see "Sakhahari" once...

Overall A crime there was, but it was not at all what I was expecting. In that sense, debutant director Sandeep Sunkad's film came across as a pleasant surprise. The premise that played out was not bad at all, but took its own sweet time to reach the classact...
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Jack Reacher (2012)
7/10
Four random people to hide one specific target...!!!
22 May 2024
Written for the screen and directed by Christopher McQuarrie,brings a sense of authenticity and grittiness to the film... As well as a compelling mystery narrative that I was surprisingly invested with!!!

Tom Cruise - with his wit and toughness blended together could fit into this role as the story demands effortlessly... The way he fights The way he seen small details The way he hide his self from everything Amazing story line and loved this character name Jack Reacher Played by tom cruise...

Werner Herzog channels his inner James Bond villain and gives a truly chilling performance!

Rosemund pike is gorgeous talented and properly cast but the chemistry & vibe between the leads is unconvincing...

One of the strongest aspects of the film is the action sequences, which are well-executed and intense... However, the film falls short in terms of character development other than tom... Additionally, the film's storyline follows a fairly predictable formula, which may feel stale or uninspired to some viewers. Having said that, the plat was good and inspired a good mystery...

Overall an above average movie to flushout your weekend crave for movies...
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8/10
The World is flat...!!!
22 May 2024
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Direction n research was top notch, appreciate vipul shah to have funded such a valiant effort n all performances in the movie were stirring, it was a technically well made film for us indians to know how our tribals r suffering at the hands of organised gang who xploit natural resources under the garb of nonsensical revolution...

it's actually organised drug n arms racket, we need to support such movies through our theatre viewership so that breaking india forces r xposed on celluloid thru such brilliant & continuous efforts so that not only our govt is indicate in their efforts but also our systems that are infested with such rabid & toxic philosophies who holds no bias when it comes to money...

Bollywood in fact has made few movies on naxals like Newton and Chakravyuh that actually celebrates Naxalites.... This movie is tight slap on those creators...

This movie is extremely truthful to the subject depicting violent chapter of Bharat that lasted for more then 5 decades. Very unsettling and disturbing scenes drawing naked portrayal of heart wrenching violence. It also shows how left liberals, pseudo seculars, woks, communists/Maoist have penetrated in almost every sector, be it judicial, academics, literature, journalism and bollywood...

If movies like " ANIMAL " plotted unnecessary violence, vulgarity and nuidity....... Our young generation are accepted with positive feedback... The Amount of violence shown in Baster movie should be very much acceptable to make more realistic feelings of the scenario...
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5/10
Bizarrely amusing mess of a film...!!!
22 May 2024
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The fight choreography was fun and inventive, when the camera wasn't shaking around the scene. It became clear that the director was inspired by video games and the HUNGER GAMES, with some JOHN WICK thrown into the mix. The tone is all over the place...

The humour almost never sticks to the story becomes overly complex for what it should be... With a lack of character development and world-building, it never really pulled out untill the end...

If you're expecting a kill fest you got it here & definitely up there with top end fight scenes especially Yayan Ruhian from the RAID movies he goes on the well-tread path of revenge & the last one on one b/w Bill was top notch... Bill Skarsgård is one of the few performers who can own a scene without speaking a word...

This movie is fairly predictable but is fun and worth watching once. This movie pushes the violence out to the edge...While the killing is very graphic, filled with action sequences, and wonderful actors...

Overall watch out if you crave for some good stunts or better skip out...
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4/10
It's time to retire for JVCD...!!!
21 May 2024
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Van Damme continues his late career streak of good performances, but unfortunately Darkness of Man suffers with minimal action and one of JCVD's weakest...

Van Damme is older and understandably one should not expect him to be quite as fast or agile but even taking that into account, every fight scene is rinse and repeat with Van Damme either standing in place and firing his pistol or slowly punching out one henchman at a time. This might be the only Van Damme where he doesn't throw a single kick...

The film blends elements of an out-and-out action film and an L. A. noir-themed film. The movie at its core is about a relationship and it stays true to it throughout the film... This film also needs him to do some compassionate scenes and he aces them beautifully too. His acting prowess is underrated but in this film, he shows off a whole range of emotions...

The film has many twists and turns and the final suspense is mind-blowing. The makers of the film have made sure that the storytelling and screenplay never take a backseat in this action-dominant film...

Overall the movie has nothing to offer but perhaps embrace the most iconic star of Hollywood for one last time...
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Madame Web (2024)
3/10
The future hasn't happened yet for "MADAME WEB"...!!!
21 May 2024
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Madame web must have been written by an ardent teenager who happens to be a fan of MARVELS... The narrative of the story doesn't make sense, the sequence, NONE IF IT WORKS!!!

Just driving around in a stolen cab around town and to the airport, the sudden trip to Peru. And the perfect timing of her return to fend off the bad guy, it's just so so bad. It's really unbelievable how bad the writing really is, and then the cringey acting on top of it all is just so disappointing. Hopefully all the criticism will help those who need the change in Hollywood. Because this movie is TRASH! It will go down as the worst superhero movie of all time. Absolutely disgraceful...

The storyline, if it can be called that, revolves around a man haunted by a dream, leading to a nonsensical chase, a premise that lacks both originality and coherence...

Overall Madame Web is a film that might be worth a watch when it's available at no cost but even then be warned that it's two hours you won't get back...
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Blink (I) (2024)
7/10
Sandalwood need more films like "BLINK"...!!!
21 May 2024
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It is a matter of happiness that some of the new talents who are entering Sandalwood are not sticking to the stereotypes of the film industry and are open to innovation. The recent 'Blink' is another movie on the same path...

But the number of movies based on time travel concept in Kannada is less. Now 'Blink' is also one such a time traveling movie. Here the protagonist Apoorva (Dixit) gets stuck in time traveling and wanders between past-present-future. He learns many facts about his birth. He struggles to correct past events in his life. How is that Why? Forms the rest of plot...

Director Srinidhi Bangalore has chosen a very sensitive story for the movie 'Blink'. The equipment used for time traveling in different movies has also changed here. There is a touch of theater in the movie as the entire team comes from theater background. 'Oedipus Rex' is a clever use of the Greek play 'Blink'. As the story takes place in different time periods, the color tone of the movie changes accordingly. Special mention goes to the cinematography (Avinash Shastri), editing (Sanjeev) and music composition (Prasannakumar MS)...

The narration of the movie is not smooth and there is confusion. The director gives the audience a lot of mind- bending work to do...So, even if you pay attention while watching the movie, twists and thrills are guaranteed to be missed. In the first 20 minutes of the movie, you don't know what is happening. After that, the race goes on in the same way until the climax...

Actor Dixit Shetty in a unique role grabs everyone's attention...Dedicates himself to another different role of being torn between past-present-future. Also, Vajradhir Jain, Gopal Deshpande, Suresh Anagalli, Soumashree, Kiran Nayak who played the role of Arivu all performed well. Actress Mandara's performance as Apoorva's girlfriend is good. Actress Chaitra Achar in the role of Devaki has given a terrific performance as usual...

Overall a phenomenal attempt by a new team of passionate movie making craftsmen & we do need to encourage the upcoming talents...
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8/10
It's a typical Park chan-wo(r)k...!!!
21 May 2024
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The Handmaiden is a visually stunning masterpiece that will leave you breathless. Set in 1930s Korea during Japanese colonial rule, the film is a gripping and suspenseful tale of deception, betrayal, and unexpected love...

The acting in The Handmaiden is top-notch, with Kim Tae-ri and Kim Min-hee delivering captivating performances as Sook-hee and Lady Hideko, respectively. The chemistry between them is electric, and their characters are complex and layered, making for a fascinating watch...

Director Park Chan-wook masterfully weaves together a tale of intrigue and desire, with unexpected twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. The Handmaiden is a bold and provocative film that explores themes of power, gender, and sexuality in a way that is both thought-provoking and entertaining...

The creation goes beyond the periphery of societal understanding as well as lies and truth. The genre should be drama and romance as it is a story of love between a noble lady and her handmaiden. The movie is separated in three consecutive chapters and each chapter has its own shocking revelation as well as taste of emotions such as lust, anger, happiness etc...

What truly amazed me was the production Design. For me the mansion plays a greater role in the plot development of the film. It had so many symbolism and whenever each room opens another secret unfolds...

Overall it's strictly only for those who loves the art of Park chan wook...
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