Determination of Death (2001) movie is a Life Insurance thriller. A classic example of life insurance fraud. Directed by Michael Miller. In order to free themselves from debt, a husband-and-wife plan to fake the husband’s death for the insurance money. The wife helps her husband stage his own death. US$ 5 million is the insurance […]
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DEATH IS LIFE!
“What lives that does not live from the death of someone else?” This is a profound statement. The lone truth of the living. This statement is found in the initial credits of a 1980s German movie “NEKROMANTIK” which was banned at that time. The director wanted to create a stunning paralytic and unforgettable experience through […]
My Eternal Summer (2024)
Grief is not a simple and uncomplicated emotion. Sorrow is not few tears! My Eternal Summer explores the hidden depths and complexities of the pain of loss. There are vital contradictions governing life – the world opening up for teenage Fanny, when a formative presence in her life is about to bid her final farewell. […]
Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
Ruggero Deodato, director of the shocking horror movie “Cannibal Holocaust,” which was so controversial it was banned in many countries, died on December 29, 2022 at the age of 83. The 1980 film “Cannibal Holocaust” is considered one of the goriest movies of all time and cited as the first movie to use found footage. […]
I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE (2010)
I Spit on Your Grave was banned in many countries when it was released, and is still banned in some countries today. The film was controversial for its graphic violence and revenge storyline, and was called a “video nasty”. Feminists protested the movie and accused it of glorifying rape. If you like rape and revenge stories then […]
The Devil’s Advocate
The Devil’s Advocate – I watched this movie few days ago. I had downloaded this movie a decade back and never got time to watch. It will be enough for me to mention that there had been no other movie where I had to pause the play in mere awe at the magnificence of the […]
DREAM SCENARIO
This movie is released in India on 5th January 2024. Directed by Kristoffer Borgli and helmed by Nicolas Cage. I am not writing a review, nor am I giving an opinion. I am merely recording my thoughts and if you happen to read this piece, note that you will have to form your own opinion. […]
Ramaiya Vastavaiya
I can’t forget this song ‘Ramaiya Vastavaiya‘ and always will be shining in my heart. I pay homage to Rafi Saab, Lataji, Mukesh Saab and other artists who made this song evergreen. Shree 420 (Hindi) 1955 Ramaiya Vastavaiya (Telugu) 2013 Jawan (Hindi) 2023 Director: Raj Kapoor Producer: Raj Kapoor Music: Shankar-Jaikishan Main Cast: Raj Kapoor, […]
JAWAN
Yesterday morning around 9 am thousands of people across the globe spent three hours watching the movie ‘Jawan’. This was the day (07.09.2023) this movie is released. The hero is Shah Rukh Khan (SRK). People are going crazy watching the movie. This movie is a super unprecedented hit. Everyone of the team worked hard to […]
Double Indemnity
Double Indemnity (1944) was the stylistic innovation, now known as “film noir.” This movie is 79 years old. Directors John Huston and Billy Wilder recognized that the specific use of light and shadow could enhance both the themes and atmospherics of their crime thrillers. Wilder’s cinematographer, John F. Seitz, played with lighting techniques to find […]
