Tag: 2014

Daawat-e-Ishq (2014) – A Delectable Love Story About Dowry, Food and Class

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There are a few movies which I absolutely love, and this film is one of them. Also, it is definitely one of those films with food in it that will make you hungry no matter what. Synopsis: In Hyderbad, Gulrez "Gullu" Qadir is a young Muslim woman looking for love when she meets Amjad, a … Continue reading Daawat-e-Ishq (2014) – A Delectable Love Story About Dowry, Food and Class

Prince of Shadows: A Novel of Romeo and Juliet – A Dark Shakespearean Retelling

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Last time I read this book I was in High School and I remember devouring this book very fast, loving it, and recommending it to some people. The recommendations did not go anywhere, but the book captured my imagination and was truly my first introduction to literary fan fiction. Trigger Warnings: Domestic abuse, murder, homophobia … Continue reading Prince of Shadows: A Novel of Romeo and Juliet – A Dark Shakespearean Retelling

Hasee Toh Phasee (2014) – Imperfection is Perfection for Somebody

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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

Jesus Christ Superstar (2014 Swedish Arena Tour) – Personally, Hits Home Hard and Succeeds Perfectly

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I am not religious, but one of my favourite musicals is Andrew Lloyd Webbers Jesus Christ Superstar. No Idea how it became one of my favourites, but it just has been growing me slowly through the years. My first Superstar was the 2000 version with Glen Carter and Jerome Pradon and I still love it … Continue reading Jesus Christ Superstar (2014 Swedish Arena Tour) – Personally, Hits Home Hard and Succeeds Perfectly

Othello: We too have our Othellos (2014) – Shakespeare Turned on its Head

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What better way to start a venture in to regional cinema than with a bit of Shakespeare, yet not really an adaptation of one the Bard's plays, but rather a mix of all of them in a flowing narrative. Summary: Three characters come together as they come in and out of each others lives. Bankim, … Continue reading Othello: We too have our Othellos (2014) – Shakespeare Turned on its Head