This film harkens back to the 1940’s-1950’s WWII films like “30 Seconds Over Tokyo,” “They Were Expendable,” “The Fighting Seabees,” etc. That were very heavy on action with little fuss made over an attached drama. The action was what was central, and “Greyhound” all by disposes of any need to fluff things up with families waiting at home. “Das Boot” is probably the best comparison … Continue reading Greyhound (2020)
Greetings again from the darkness. Learning of the courageous people who found their own way to battle the Nazis during World War II never gets old. Sometimes brain power and courage are more important than gun power. Such is the case in this latest from writer-director Jonathan Jakubowicz, who brings a fascinating story from within the French Resistance to the big screen. This is a … Continue reading Resistance (2020)
The Old Guard is in short a captivating, entertaining and memorable action film. It has all the action you want, along with some nice character moments in between that give everything a bigger purpose. Charlize Theron has to be appreciated for continuing to star in such intense action roles and delivering with finesse. Unlike other superhero movies, this one isn’t vastly high on CGI (at … Continue reading The Old Guard (2020)
There seem to be a lot of negative reviews for this movie because of an apparent mis-telling of the story or true story or hoax or whatever else people have said. As I’m not American, and have very little to do with American events (so hence have no context as to the truth or hoax or conspiracy or whatever of the Boston Marathon) I shall … Continue reading Patriots Day (2016)
Backcountry is a good example how one simple premise can still be thrilling with clever production and a few grisly scenes. Using scenery and only minimum amount of characters, it succeeds on creating the sense of isolation and overwhelming helplessness. The movie doesn’t venture to cheap scare territory and while it can be slow at times, its modest nature delivers what it sets out to … Continue reading Blackfoot Trail (2014)
Many may have come just to see Chadwick Boseman and they shouldn’t be disappointed. But there are other good things about this movie. It has one hell of a tight script. Throughout the 100 minutes runtime, there is not a single wasted, idle shot (no pun intended). There is also a good supporting cast, which I’ll come to later. The movie is almost real-time, starting … Continue reading 21 Bridges (2019)
I’ve never seen an Indonesian film before, and the last film I’d expect from there is some gory horror film as I know they’re a very conservative country who even reject Lady Gaga! Macabre is much more sickening than Gaga. The formula has been used many times before but to me it’s far from tired. I love horror films that take place in a house … Continue reading Macabre (2009)
I was never fond of the individual films directed by Siddique. Even if it is critically acclaimed Friends, Hitler or Chronic Bachelor or flops like Ladies & Gentleman & Fukri. For the first time Siddique directs an action film entirely, which turns out to be a disastrous experience for both the viewers and die hard Mohanlal fans. The plot involves Mohanlal being released from prison … Continue reading Big Brother (2020)
A group of mountain climbers enjoy a trip to the Highlands of Scotland . During a trek they find a young child buried alive in a chamber . The child who is from Eastern Europe and is obvious she’s been kidnapped . The group quickly come to realise that the kidnappers are nearby and will do anything to get the child back and eliminate any … Continue reading A Lonely Place to Die (2011)
Zoya changes gear with Gully Boy. It’s the story of Murad (Ranveer Singh), his aspiration, ambition, his family, his love Safeena (Alia Bhatt), his friendships and the path he takes to fulfil his dream. At the forefront, Gully Boy may seem like a movie about the underground rappers but actually, it is much more than that. The movie is mainly about human relations, connections, emotions … Continue reading Gully Boy (2019)
