Ko (Tamil)
3.5 stars
A political thriller drama, it is a well written, executed and performed film with Jeeva and Ajmal taking all honors for performance from the relatively wooden heroines. A no-nonsense film that is worth spending time on.
The Lives of Others (German)
3.5 stars
A detective who is on a mission to spy a writer and his actress partner discovers sad realities and the troubles they are in and instead of relaying the truth in his investigation, he tries save them but not for long. A film which reminded me of politics controlling film industry in Tamil Nadu.
Payanam (Tamil)
3.5 stars
A flight hijack story and the rescue operation, told with humor, emotions, seriousness and a little masala. Very good time pass and entertaining. Brilliant performances from the whole cast.
Yudham Sei (Tamil)
3.5 stars
The war waged by the parents of a victim of sexual harassment against those who were responsible for her death. The officer investigating their case understands their plight as he himself is searching for his missing sister. An emotional thriller.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (English)
3.75 stars
An ugly infant neglected by his father starts growing younger everyday. He grows younger to teens and then back to infancy as his lover grows older than him. Unbelievable plot but excellent acting from Brad Pitt keeps you glued.
Wake Up Sid (Hindi)
3.75 stars
A lazy youngster leaves his house to make a living on his own after putting up a fight with his father. The careless rich-kid, a college student is taught the meaning of life by his girl friend, an aspiring writer with whom he lives.
Se7en (English)
3.75 stars
Two police detectives working in a crime-filled city, become deeply involved in a case involving a series of sadistic murders. Each murder corresponds to one of the seven deadly sins: Gluttony, Envy, Lust, Pride, Sloth, Greed and Wrath.
8 Mile (English)
3.75 stars
The Eninem movie about the life of a rapper and how he crosses all hurdles in life to win over his rivals. Enimem and Brittany did an excellent job, sad that the actress is no more. Never loved rap before as much as I did in this film.
The Departed (English)
3.75 stars
Hollywood remake of Infernal Affairs, like other such films in this list, does not impress me like the original. Nevertheless, an Oscar winner, its a great film with a brilliant performance from Leonardo.
Pulp Fiction (English)
3.75 stars
One of the top 5 highly rated films in IMDB, this links three interrelated stories with a non linear narration. The film has Quentin Tarantino's style throughout and being forerunner for many films made in this style, this was a brilliant movie.
Harischandrachi Factory (Marathi)
3.75 stars
The biographical tale of Dada Saheb Palke who was one of the pioneers of Indian Cinema, takes us through his achievements and how he brought life into cinema screen in a humorous way with light hearted scenes. Truly an inspiring story for anyone to know.
Apollo 13 (English)
3.75 stars
The events that happened before, during and after the launch of Apollo 13 space shuttle and how despite failures in mission, the astronauts are saved is told in an interesting manner.
Babe, I Love You (Tagalog)
3.75 stars
A sweet and cute Filipino film about the love story of a young college professor and a bar girl who despite their differences find a common interest and need for each other that destines them to be together for a lifetime.
Magadheera (Telugu)
3.75 stars
The extravagant and record breaking hit from Andhra, a film set in historical and modern times and its about reincarnation and reunion. Might sound mythological but the special effects, grandeur and performances makes the film worth a watch. Ram Charan as warrior and Kajal as his lady love were too good.
Leader (Telugu)
3.75 stars
An inspiring and thought provoking story on political games and ambitions of a youngster who accidentally steps into politics. A Mudhalvan type of film with a strong writing, good songs and nice performances.
State of Play (English)
3.75 stars
A political drama about a Congressman caught in a murder conspiracy of his employee and how his friend from press helps him by investigating the crime. As the suspense breaks, unbelievable truths are revealed
Infernal Affairs – 1 (Cantonese)
4 stars
The first one of the trilogy which was remade in Hollywood as The Departed. But I loved this more than The Departed. The reason is that the feel is better in this and the presentation was too good.
Infernal Affairs - 2 (Cantonese)
4 stars
The second one in the IA trilogy is actually a prequel to part 1 and tells what led to the whole story that happened in Part 1. Knowing the background of the primary characters of IA-1 was interesting.
My Sassy Girl (Korean)
4 stars
A very sweet love story from Korea where meeting a girl in train station changes the whole life of a guy. The emotions and the romance has been brought out very well, especially the female lead performed to her best.
The Man from Earth (English)
4 stars
The whole movie happens in a closed drawing room of a house with very few characters and proceds fully though conversations between them. Yet it was totally engaging with an unexpected twist at the end.
Oy! (Telugu)
4 stars
The film that left me in tears for a long time after I watched it. It is an usual love story with cinematic screenplay but the great music, some greatly written scenes and dialogues and performances of Siddharth and Shamili take the film to the next level.
4 stars
A beautiful heart warming love story from Vijay after a long time and sort of comeback for Asin to Tamil after a gap. Both of them along with the surprise element Mithra Kurian makes this an entertaining romantic comedy, with Vadivelu for laughs. A truly feel good movie that brought the Vijay of golden old days back on screen. Rounded off to 4 for the Vijay factor.
Amores Perros (Spanish)
4 stars
An Oscar nominee, its a film containing three distinct stories which are connected by a car accident in Mexico City. Each of the three tales is also a reflection on the cruelty of humans toward animals and each other, showing how they may live dark or even hideous lives.
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