Silver Linings Playbook (2012) is led by the force of its actors – Jennifer Lawrence, Robert de Niro and Bradley Cooper – who deliver each line/scene with such authenticity that one can’t help but acquiese in the unfolding drama. Also, the script is clever, reflecting dysfunctional but charming relationships between characters. Even though the plot… Read More Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
Before Sunrise (1995) is special as it revolves around two strangers, a day in Vienna and their connection with each other. It is filled with honest dialogues that cover a range of topics, from philosophy to childhood memories. The extensiveness of dialogues takes a while to get used to, but it is easier with the… Read More Before Sunrise (1995)
Inception (2010) is flawless. The sophistication of its storyline is unparalleled. Yet, we get it. As it is often said, ‘It takes a master to express complicated matters in simple words,’ and here Christopher Nolan is the expert of dreams. He makes the film accessible to most of us in simple ways. Firstly, there is… Read More Inception (2010)
Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) was rather underwhelming at first, until I understood OJ’s repeated assertion that Holly is a ‘real phoney’. Holly is a complex character full of ironies. She innocently believes in ‘happily ever after’ despite her complicated background as a social escort. Also, she identifies herself with nature, calling herself a wild thing,… Read More Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)
Jojo Rabbit (2019) is cute but not quite that funny. The goofballs and satirical lines aim to elicit thought rather than laughter. Perhaps that is the point of the movie – to make you think. However, drawing a careful balance between comedy and insight without tipping the scale limits the meaningful impact of the movie.… Read More Jojo Rabbit (2019)
Leon: The Professional (1994) features the 12 year old Natalie Portman who plays Matilda, a young girl forced to grow up too fast. She smokes cigarettes, swears, plays accomplice to a hitman and teases him sexually. Yet there is nothing vulgar about the film as the director, Luc Besson, carefully injects symbols of innocence and… Read More Leon: The Professional (1994)
Parasite (2019) is a must-watch because it offers so much to think about. If you have not watched it, be warned that this post contains spoilers. Anyone who has browsed Instagram would realise that the film is about class differences. Yes it is, but it goes deeper than juxtaposition of images. Firstly, the upper class… Read More Parasite (2019)
Cafe Society (2016) is a Woody Allen film set in the 1930s. It is about two people who met, fell in love, and never forgot about each other despite being married to separate people. It is a charmingly sad romantic tale. A few reviews have lauded Kristen Stewart’s naturalistic but strong performance but I beg… Read More Cafe Society (2016)
Little Women (2019) is a film I’d watch over and over again. The director, Greta Gerwig, injects life into a classic novel, taking it apart and piecing them together, defying chronological story-telling. It is invigorating to have to wrap one’s head around the tale which goes back and forth in time. Also, with this ingenious… Read More Little Women (2019)
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