This movie made me cry. It laid its gentle hand against my chest and made me cry even after I had put on the lights of my apartment. I had wanted to watch this film, concentrate on it completely, because it is what it deserves. It deserves our attention, nothing less. So, after having come … Continue reading Qala (2022) – Empathic Story of Music, a Mother and Mental Illness
Category: Analysis
Mahaan (2022) – Between Abstinence and Excess, Family Battles Rage
Such a good movie! And also a good strong script. It feels like a classic from the past, but with a modern twists and themes. Very much an enjoyable ride from beginning to end, even when the plot gets a bit complicated, it is still easy to follow. Summary: In the 1990s, Gandhi Mahaan is … Continue reading Mahaan (2022) – Between Abstinence and Excess, Family Battles Rage
Raavanan (2010) – Falling Into Shades of Gray
This is a film I have rewatched more times than I can count. I even have the Tamil DVD of it, which I hold onto dearly. First time I saw this I was on a search for retellings of the Ramayana, having watched the Toei adaptation of it many times already, and I found this. … Continue reading Raavanan (2010) – Falling Into Shades of Gray
Gehraiyaan (2022) – Cycle of Waves and Trauma
First off, this is not a story about Heroines or Heroes in the traditional sense of Good and Evil. This is a story with complicated people, flawed people, but who still deserve understanding and empathy. It is a cocktail of both growing anxiety, lies and mesmerising relationships. It may start out as a romance, but … Continue reading Gehraiyaan (2022) – Cycle of Waves and Trauma
Hasee Toh Phasee (2014) – Imperfection is Perfection for Somebody
This a comfort movie for many people, including me. Sure, if you think logically it will make you angry - with an illogical plot involving China and highly incorrect medical issues. But the emotion is still true and delicate in what it deals with. In truth, if it wasn't for those two issues within the … Continue reading Hasee Toh Phasee (2014) – Imperfection is Perfection for Somebody
Sanam Teri Kasam (2016) – True Emotion, True Love, True Sincerity
I had this film recommended to me by a friend (Thank you, Margaret!), saying that I would love it. Lo and behold, I did love it. By the way, if you are in to sweet, sincere, sappy and VERY romantic movies, then this is for you! This is the ultimate female fantasy movie! Do you … Continue reading Sanam Teri Kasam (2016) – True Emotion, True Love, True Sincerity
Minsara Kanavu (1997) – A Simple Story of Desire and Devotion
This is just such a simple romance in the best way. There are no Villains, only people with different desires, with the common decency of selflessness. It's people trying to out-selfless each other in their different ways, from the spiritual to the physical acts. Also, very refreshing with the very Christian setting. Kajol is full … Continue reading Minsara Kanavu (1997) – A Simple Story of Desire and Devotion
Dia (2020) – It’s the Little Things that Matter
This is the first Kannada film I have ever watched. It is an industry that seems rarely to get any attention, with the Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi industries getting most of it. I heard good things about it. The film is a bit slow-paced, so might not be for everyone, but the characters keep … Continue reading Dia (2020) – It’s the Little Things that Matter
Karnan (2021) – An Epic of Small Proportions
I do love "punching up" stories, where those who are oppressed are fighting against powers stronger than them - Les Misérables, all those kinds of stories. This movie has to be one of my favourites of that kind. Not only is it artistic, very Masala and epic in the best of ways possible. Also, the … Continue reading Karnan (2021) – An Epic of Small Proportions
Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021) – A Step in the Right Direction
I will just assure any doubting here to watch this movie if it feels like it is for you. It is well made, has heart and strikes you with emotion. It made me happily cry so many times! Oh, it also has a happy ending!! So no need to worry about the angst too much. … Continue reading Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021) – A Step in the Right Direction
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