A ‘mahajatra’ indeed
The film offers a humorous yet insightful perspective on the everyday struggles and complexities of human existence.
The film offers a humorous yet insightful perspective on the everyday struggles and complexities of human existence.
In ‘Memories of Murder’, Bong Joon Ho creates a world that feels both familiar and unsettling, drawing viewers into the labyrinthine mysteries of the human mind.
‘Upahaar’ attempts to show real-life struggles, but falls short on its character dynamics and thematic coherence.
Martin McDonagh’s ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ explores themes of friendship, betrayal and redemption during the Irish Civil War.
The documentary film 'Dhye Dreams' won the title of the best in the Short Documentary Film Contest, and 'The Bull, The Cow, The Calf', directed by Swoyan Maskey Manandhar, received a special mention.
Through a good story and stunning visuals, Milan Chams’ ‘Gurkha Warrior’ honours the legacy of these legendary soldiers while offering insights into their struggles on the battlefield and at home.
A few loopholes aside, the movie has a gripping storyline, complemented by great cinematography and life-like acting.
Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, ‘Monster’ portrays a tale of identity, complex relationships and social expectations through the perspectives of a single mother, her son and a teacher.
The short film ‘Chyanti’ follows a family grappling with poverty and the complexities of the Maoist insurgency in a remote Himalayan village.
Directed by self-taught filmmaker Vivek Rai from Kurseong, the film draws inspiration from a true incident in ‘Ek Mukta Munal’ by Chimmi Angmu Lama. It centres on a single mother’s courage and resilience.
‘Dayarani’ explores societal expectations of masculinity, insecurities related to infertility, and the complexities of identity and relationships in a rural setting.
Yim Soon-rye’s ‘Little Forest’ gently explores the importance of embracing nature, connecting with one’s roots and finding solace in the simple joys in life.
‘Parkhi Base Timilai’ is a tragic love story whose superficial characterisations and recycled narratives disappoint.
‘12th Fail’ offers a refreshing tale of motivation through a simple and realistic storyline.
The documentary ‘No Winter Holidays’ is a sneak peek into the life, or lack thereof, in Dhorpatan as villagers migrate to the lowlands.
Three friends navigate relationships and distractions of social media in ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahan’, getting the viewers to contemplate their own screen time.
‘Dhak Dhak’ explores the journey of four women seeking self-discovery and companionship. While the movie initially captures the essence of their individuality and friendship, it falters in the later stages, relying on clichés and stereotypes.
In Alan Yang’s ‘Tigertail’, we see how the life of a joyful Taiwanese kid takes an unfortunate turn as he goes to the US to make ends meet.
The miniseries focuses on the Indian Railways’ handling of the Bhopal 1984 gas leak that took over 4,000 innocent lives.
Released in 2011, ‘A Separation’ explores human relationships, societal norms and the consequences of our choices.