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Instead of capitalizing on its claustrophobic setting, it sinks into a monotonous experience that rarely finds a pulse.\n\nThe story follows five friends on a vacation who decide to explore an underwater cave known as The Devil's Mouth. What begins as an adventurous expedition quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival after they discover deadly sharks lurking within the cave system. Trapped deep underwater with limited ways out, the film revolves around their attempts to escape, who manages to survive, and the consequences of the choices they make.\n\nThe film's weakest link, surprisingly, isn't the underwhelming CGI sharks—it's the performances. Katheryn Newton delivers a remarkably flat performance, showing little emotional variation even when the situation demands urgency or fear. Lana Condor, despite her naturally charming screen presence, never quite settles into the role, making her character difficult to invest in. The remaining cast members are given so little personality or development that they exist largely as disposable bodies, serving more as convenient targets for the sharks than as characters worth caring about.\n\nThe setting itself also becomes a major obstacle. Once the narrative enters the cave system around the half-hour mark, the film remains submerged in near-total darkness until the closing moments. While the intention is clearly to create a claustrophobic atmosphere, the execution often results in visual confusion. There are several stretches where it's genuinely difficult to understand what's happening, where the characters are positioned, or even what the camera is attempting to show. Rather than building suspense, the murky presentation becomes exhausting.\n\nVerdict: \n\nThe Devil's Mouth is built on a premise that never quite justifies a full feature-length survival thriller, offering little beyond a familiar setup that quickly runs out of momentum. 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It rarely surprises, challenges, or finds a unique identity of its own.\n\nThe film’s strongest asset is undoubtedly its production value. Visually, it carries a polished, premium aesthetic with clean cinematography, well-designed interiors, and a level of technical finesse that makes it appear far more ambitious than the material it’s built upon. Unfortunately, impressive presentation can only do so much when the narrative underneath feels this hollow.\n\nLily Sullivan delivers exactly what the role demands as Sara, embodying the mechanical restraint and emotional emptiness expected from an android. Her deliberately expressionless performance fits the character. \n\nDavid Rysdahl and Claudia Doumit serve their purpose as the human counterparts caught in the conflict, but the screenplay gives neither enough depth nor memorable moments to elevate their performances beyond functional.\n\nFor those planning to watch, it’s worth noting that SOULM8TE carries an R rating, featuring sexual content, nudity, and graphic violence.\n\nWhat proves more disappointing is seeing names like James Wan, alongside director Kate Dolan, attached to a screenplay this uninspired. Given Wan’s reputation for crafting effective horror, it’s difficult not to expect something sharper, more inventive, or at least more engaging than what ultimately reaches the screen.\n\nDespite being marketed as a horror thriller, SOULM8TE struggles to deliver on either front. The suspense never truly escalates, the horror lacks impact, and even the action is almost nonexistent. The only genre label it genuinely earns is science fiction—and even that feels superficial. At its core, it plays as android version of Curry Barker’s “Obsession”.\n\nOh, wait! I completely forgot about Companion—a film built on a similar premise that proves there’s still plenty of room for a fresh, inventive take on this sub-genre. SOULM8TE, unfortunately, does exactly the opposite.\n\nIn hindsight, a direct digital release feels like the right decision. The film simply doesn’t possess the scale, entertainment value, or audience appeal to justify a theatrical run, and it’s difficult to imagine it finding much success at the box office.", "verdict": "SOULM8TE wastes an sci-fi concept on a formulaic, emotionally flat story that never finds the tension, terror, or excitement it promises. 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Taking on the challenging task of portraying two contrasting sides of the same character, Nikki, she delivers a captivating and unsettling performance that elevates the material. Michael Johnston also shines as Bear, bringing sincerity and vulnerability to a character.\n\nWhile the performances and direction deserve praise, the true standout here is the film’s sound design and mixing. The audio work is phenomenal, creating an atmosphere that constantly keeps you on edge. Every creak, whisper, and sudden burst of sound is utilized with precision, making the viewing experience incredibly immersive. This is the kind of film that deserves to be watched on the biggest screen possible with a powerful sound system. For moviegoers in Hyderabad, PCX is the ideal venue to experience its full impact.\n\nWhat makes Obsession particularly engaging is its ability to keep audiences guessing. Every scene encourages you to wonder where the story is headed next. Even when you anticipate a scare, the film cleverly avoids predictable patterns. The jump scares arrive on their own terms, catching you off guard when you least expect them rather than relying on conventional horror timing.\n\nThe intriguing premise, confident direction, atmospheric visuals, committed performances, and exceptional sound work all come together to create a genuinely absorbing supernatural horror experience. The trailer hinted at something promising and the film delivers.", "verdict": "Obsession is a well-crafted supernatural horror thriller that thrives on atmosphere, tension, and unpredictability. Its slow-burn approach may not appeal to everyone, but those willing to invest in its gradual build-up will be rewarded with an engrossing and technically impressive experience. Backed by strong performances and outstanding sound design, this is a horror film best experienced on the biggest screen with the loudest speakers possible.", "metadata": { "director": "Curry Barker", "cast": "Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, Andy Richter", "runtime": "1h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Apple TV+", "Rent / Buy" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/s6tr2Pe5ThHWpR97paieQHrH6z2.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-edsbgr": { "title": "Peddi", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Peddi is a thoroughly routine and predictable commercial sports drama that rarely steps outside familiar territory. It survives in scattered moments rather than as a complete cinematic experience, and for most of its runtime, it is Ram Charan’s commitment that keeps the film from completely falling apart.\n\nThe biggest question the film leaves behind is where its reported ₹300–350 crore budget actually went. Nothing on screen reflects that scale. The visual effects suffer from the same artificial green-screen aesthetics that continue to plague many big-ticket productions, while the production design lacks the grandeur one would expect from a film carrying such a massive price tag.\n\nThe writing is another major stumbling block. The emotional beats are excessively polished to the point of feeling manufactured, while the dialect and dialogues often sound rehearsed rather than organic. To make matters worse, the lip-sync appears noticeably off in several scenes, creating an additional layer of disconnect between the characters and the audience.\n\nWhile the narrative moves forward without becoming completely unwatchable, it never generates the excitement expected from a star-led entertainer. You constantly want the film to rise above its limitations and deliver those crowd-pleasing highs, yet it rarely does. Instead of soaring, it merely drifts along.\n\nThe editing choices are equally baffling at times. Certain visual cuts feel completely disconnected from the emotions being described on screen. In one instance, when Charan’s character talks about Janhvi’s eyes, the focus shifts elsewhere entirely, and when he speaks about her lips, the camera again emphasizes unrelated visuals. Such choices feel awkward (it was comical in a way) and unintentionally distracting rather than expressive.\n\nA.R. Rahman’s background score delivers power and energy in isolated stretches, but it doesn’t consistently blend with the film’s rhythm. Tracks and moments like “Massa Massa” work because of their placement and impact, yet the overall musical treatment often feels like it’s operating independently from the story.\n\nJanhvi Kapoor is given very little to do, and her character contributes almost nothing of significance to the narrative. Remove her from the film, and very little changes.\n\nAs for Ram Charan, his sincerity remains the film’s greatest strength. Every scene reflects the effort, dedication, and physical commitment he has invested into the role. Ironically, that same sincerity highlights the film’s shortcomings even more. It’s disappointing to see such hard work poured into material that feels underdeveloped and conventional. More than anything, one wishes he had chosen a stronger script worthy of the effort he brings to the screen.\n\nNote: Film itself has almost no logical scenes whatsoever — so be warned. It’s purely a fantasy action sports drama.", "verdict": "Peddi is an underwhelming sports drama that relies heavily on Ram Charan’s earnest performance to stay afloat. Despite its enormous scale (as they say) and occasional flashes of entertainment, weak writing, inconsistent technical execution, and a lack of fresh ideas prevent it from becoming the rousing theatrical experience it aims to be. A passable one-time watch, but far from the impactful crowd-pleaser it could have been.", "metadata": { "director": "Buchi Babu Sana", "cast": "Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapati Babu, Divyendu Sharma", "runtime": "3h 9m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ], "castCards": [ { "name": "Ram Charan", "character": "Peddi Pehelwan", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/twGqYUCR0Yh33j3TcgRTZRBRhTd.jpg" }, { "name": "Janhvi Kapoor", "character": "Achiyyamma", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/2VqBDc19br9CIitXUFkZ52q7V2o.jpg" }, { "name": "Shiva Rajkumar", "character": "Gournaidu", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/aOQ6tjRLjMReW8Pig9PjJaudl5b.jpg" }, { "name": "Jagapati Babu", "character": "Appalasoori", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/bm72k6FmDxhxtZsl1xvxoz88Hkm.jpg" }, { "name": "Divyendu Sharma", "character": "Ram Bujji", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/rGlCCQtOBiNJULfB5w0FXgPPKw0.jpg" }, { "name": "Boman Irani", "character": "Kiran Singh Baiswal", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/5J7GiiNar9bg9rGYeA2L30JXE2W.jpg" }, { "name": "Ravi Kishan", "character": "Ranadheer Sisodia", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/rkUTRk0tuA98RepP9jhgcCbhHqy.jpg" }, { "name": "Rao Ramesh", "character": "Subhadra Rao", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/jzO0wN21tEcmz0haekvliQU91JM.jpg" }, { "name": "Upendra Limaye", "character": "Villager", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/vFELR5TiBfc6LkLvI5kC5lpEnHv.jpg" }, { "name": "John Vijay", "character": "Ammathalli", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/1H4uUEI32DmZWfTGmWnXyu0BrU7.jpg" } ], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "channel" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/9/5/3/5/7/3/953573-peddi-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=2d78037fa8", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/kJAJNNBYlbqAcpTDxBNnaILSMTy.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-efhbn7": { "title": "Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-06-06", "body": "Hai Jawani Tho Ishq Hona Hai aims to be a carefree romantic comedy, but unfortunately, it struggles to deliver on either the romance or the comedy. Despite boasting a star-studded cast, the film never quite finds the energy, charm, or timing needed to make its genre work.\n\nThe film clearly wants audiences to switch off their brains and enjoy a light-hearted entertainer where logic takes a backseat. That approach can work when the humor clicks and the situations remain engaging. Here, however, the comedy feels dated and often forced, resulting in very few genuinely funny moments. What should have been an easy-going watch instead becomes increasingly exhausting as the narrative stretches a straightforward premise far beyond its limits.\n\nVarun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur are undoubtedly the film’s biggest strengths. Their screen presence provides enough appeal to keep the proceedings watchable for a significant portion of the runtime. In many ways, the trio carries the film more than the writing itself. The first half manages to maintain some momentum and offers a few mildly entertaining stretches, but the second half loses direction and amplifies many of the film’s existing shortcomings.\n\nCouple of Songs were good to experience on screen & hear.", "verdict": "A romantic comedy that rarely generates either romance or comedy, Hai Jawani Tho Ishq Hona Hai relies heavily on the charm of its lead actors rather than its storytelling. Apart from the appeal of Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur, there is little here that makes the film a must-watch, making it an easily skippable outing for most viewers.", "metadata": { "director": "David Dhawan", "cast": "Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, Pooja Hegde, Maniesh Paul, Chunky Panday", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vmlJvz6qVzYgei2V74GvnmcuQfW.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-elr05j": { "title": "Karuppu", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-06-13", "body": "Karuppu starts on a surprisingly strong note and delivers a first half that ticks most of the boxes of a mainstream commercial entertainer. RJ Balaji, stepping into the director’s chair, handles the opening stretch with confidence, keeping the narrative focused while balancing humour, mass elevations, emotion, and action. The action sequences are over the top, but they work within the film’s tone and provide several engaging moments before the interval.\n\nWhat makes the initial half stand out is its momentum. The story moves with purpose, the characters are introduced effectively, and the film creates enough curiosity to keep the audience invested. It’s easily the most enjoyable portion of the film and showcases RJ Balaji’s ability to stage crowd-pleasing moments.\n\nUnfortunately, the film struggles to maintain that energy after the break. The second half feels disconnected from the promise established earlier, shifting gears in a way that weakens the overall experience. Instead of building upon the foundation laid in the first half, the narrative begins to wander, resulting in a stretch that often feels prolonged and less engaging. The contrast between both halves is so significant that it almost feels like two different films stitched together.\n\nHad the latter portions retained the same focus, rhythm, and entertainment value as the opening hour, Karuppu could have emerged as a solid commercial action drama.\n\nSuriya is effortlessly convincing as Vettai Karuppu. He slips into the character naturally and carries the film with commanding screen presence. The film frequently frames him in a manner that highlights his star aura, and he makes the most of those moments.\n\nSai Abhyankkar’s music is one of the film’s biggest strengths. While a few compositions feel slightly out of sync with the mood of certain scenes, the background score and songs elevate several portions that otherwise might not have landed as effectively. His contribution adds considerable weight to the film’s emotional and mass moments.\n\nThe cinematography is visually pleasing. On the technical side, however, the visual effects are inconsistent. Some portions are acceptable, but a few moments stand out for the wrong reasons, particularly the face-morphing work during the Singham sequence, which looks noticeably unpolished.", "verdict": "Karuppu delivers a satisfying and entertaining first half backed by Suriya’s screen presence, strong music, and effective mass moments. However, an uneven and exhausting second half prevents it from reaching its full potential. A watchable commercial entertainer that starts with promise but loses its grip as it progresses.", "metadata": { "director": "RJ Balaji", "cast": "Suriya, Trisha Krishnan, RJ Balaji, Indrans, Anagha Maya Ravi", "runtime": "2h 32m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/lVlXWmOkBgGoJOIqjyjwDnpJjrl.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-enbjid": { "title": "Maa Behen", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-06-14", "body": "Netflix’s Maa Behen is a dark comedy-drama that struggles to justify its runtime. Despite aiming for a quirky blend of humor and family conflict, the film moves at such a measured pace that it often tests the viewer’s patience rather than rewarding it. The narrative spends a considerable amount of time circling around its ideas without generating enough intrigue, tension, to keep the momentum alive.\n\nThe film’s strongest asset is its cast. Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri, and Dharna Durga bring sincerity to their performances, while Ravi Kishan adds a dependable supporting presence. Their efforts help maintain some level of engagement even when the screenplay struggles to find direction.\n\nVisually, the film is polished. The cinematography is neat, and the production design reflects a premium, well-mounted Netflix original. However, the presentation cannot compensate for storytelling choices that feel dated making the overall experience feel less fresh than intended.\n\nThe flashbacks, side tracks, the central storyline, the recurring television reporter narration, used to connect past and present events, becomes increasingly distracting as the film progresses. Rather than building momentum, these transitions create the impression of a story running in circles, repeatedly revisiting the same narrative ground.\n\nThe most satisfying portion arrives in the final 10–15 minutes, when the film finally starts moving toward a conclusion. By then, however, the preceding 100 minutes have already exhausted much of the my patience, making the ending feel more like a release than a payoff.", "verdict": "A visually polished but dramatically stagnant dark comedy whose narrative remains stuck in place despite constant movement between timelines and subplots. Strong performances offer brief moments of engagement, but the sluggish progression makes the journey feel far longer than its runtime.", "metadata": { "director": "Suresh Triveni", "cast": "Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri, Dharna Durga, Ravi Kishan, Jatin Sarna", "runtime": "2h 7m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/dpQIeEunpgj0C4rngb6OFb4zSd1.jpg", "poster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/At7vP9xASadWdVkFPeASawtGAMt.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-erzjxr": { "title": "Cocktail 2", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-06-20", "body": "Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, lands somewhere between an easy-going romantic entertainer and a film that struggles to sustain its own charm. It serves up enough fun to keep audiences engaged through the opening stretch, but gradually loses its grip, making the latter portions feel noticeably sluggish.\n\nThe film begins on a promising note with the sparkling chemistry between Kunal and Diya, creating an instantly likable dynamic. A shift to an exotic international backdrop adds visual appeal, while Ally’s arrival injects fresh energy and helps build toward a decent interval block. However, once the narrative settles into its love triangle, the screenplay starts meandering. Despite a handful of moments, the extended runtime and uneven pacing dilute the emotional impact.\n\nWhere the film consistently succeeds is in the camaraderie shared by its central trio, whose effortless screen presence keeps several scenes afloat. The soundtrack is another major highlight, delivering one memorable number after another.\n\nDirector Homi Adajania attempts to bring a refreshing spin to the familiar rom-com formula, and for a while, it works. But as the story drifts from its lively first half into a stretched-out second act, the film unintentionally mirrors one of its own dialogues: “Everything comes with an expiration date, and once it expires, even medicine can turn poisonous.\"", "verdict": "A breezy first half, infectious music, and charming performances make Cocktail 2 an enjoyable one-time watch, but an underwhelming second half prevents it from reaching its full potential. Pleasant enough for a casual outing, though it leaves you wishing it had maintained the spirit with which it began.", "metadata": { "director": "Homi Adajania", "cast": "Kriti Sanon, Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Mark Bennington, Tiku Talsania", "runtime": "2h 29m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/bW1tdWzyFusyuJJT1IOdjWtKCb8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-eutuqv": { "title": "Tuner", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Tuner lands somewhere between a romantic drama and a low-key heist thriller, never fully committing to either identity yet managing to remain watchable throughout. Director Daniel Roher crafts a measured narrative that unfolds at an unhurried pace, allowing the story’s undercurrents and suspense elements to coexist rather than compete. While the film occasionally struggles to define what it ultimately wants to be, it avoids collapsing under the weight of its ambitions.\n\nAt the center are Leo Woodall and Havana Rose Liu, whose performances bring warmth and credibility to a piano-infused backdrop. Their screen presence carries much of the film’s romantic appeal, adding texture to a story that often relies more on atmosphere than narrative surprises. The musical component, romantic arc, and heist-driven mechanics all contribute to the experience, though none emerge as particularly memorable on their own.\n\nWhat makes Tuner mildly engaging is its willingness to embrace imperfection. Rather than delivering standout moments in any single department, it blends several familiar ingredients into a modestly effective whole. The film’s central idea is even reflected within one of its key scenes, subtly acknowledging its own uneven yet earnest nature. It may not leave a lasting impression, but its sincerity and restrained execution prevent it from becoming forgettable.", "verdict": "An effort that never quite reaches the heights of its romantic, musical, or thriller aspirations, yet remains steady enough to hold attention. Anchored by appealing lead performances and a thoughtful atmosphere, Tuner settles for being serviceable rather than genuinely remarkable.", "metadata": { "director": "Daniel Roher", "cast": "Leo Woodall, Havana Rose Liu, Lior Raz, Tovah Feldshuh, Gil Cohen", "runtime": "1h 48m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Rent / Buy" ], "castCards": [], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "auto" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/2/3/4/8/7/8/1234878-tuner-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=075156069b", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sB1jmJWgFvh1P2l43gd4WqJi4hu.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ezpqlp": { "title": "The Sheep Detectives", "year": "2026", "rating": "4", "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "The Sheep Detectives, adapted from the beloved novel Three Bags Full, is an irresistibly charming whodunit that blends heartfelt emotion, playful humor, and an engaging murder mystery into one delightfully original package. The biggest twist isn’t the crime itself, but the fact that it’s an endearing flock of sheep piecing together the mystery, making for an experience that’s both refreshing and surprisingly captivating.\n\nThe screenplay keeps the intrigue alive from start to finish, ensuring its nearly 100-minute runtime never loses momentum. Despite centering its story around talking sheep, the film remains consistently entertaining, balancing mystery with warmth and wit. It’s the kind of crowd-pleaser that sneaks up on you, and without hesitation, I’d call it one of the year’s most enjoyable films.\n\nHugh Jackman makes a brief yet impactful appearance, laying the emotional groundwork before gracefully passing the baton to the unlikely four-legged investigators. The supporting cast complements the premise well, while the visual effects deserve particular praise for bringing the sheep to life with remarkable personality and seamless realism, adding immensely to the film’s charm.\n\nThere are films you dissect, and then there are films you simply enjoy. The Sheep Detectives belongs firmly in the latter category. Its warmth, cleverness, and infectious sense of fun make it difficult to overanalyze because it succeeds so effortlessly at what it sets out to do. Just walk in, embrace the absurdity, and let the mystery unfold.", "verdict": "A wonderfully wholesome and delightfully inventive mystery that proves even the unlikeliest detectives can steal the show. Funny, heartfelt, and consistently entertaining, The Sheep Detectives is an absolute feel-good surprise and one of the standout cinematic delights of the year.", "metadata": { "director": "Kyle Balda", "cast": "Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Julia Louis-Dreyfus", "runtime": "1h 49m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Family", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ], "castCards": [], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "auto" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/1/8/3/1/3/5/1183135-the-sheep-detectives-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=c7b622176e", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mGWOmj2jHFol3kOGNv1EhbSDDE1.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-f4eoit": { "title": "Alpha", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-07-04", "body": "Alpha. What can I even say?\n\nAlpha is easily the #1 movie of all time… if we’re ranking cinematic disasters. I walked in for “Massacre”, but it was Yash Raj Films that massacred me with a parody disguised as an action drama.\n\nThe film opens on a reasonably engaging note. While the exaggerated dialogue and stylized action are immediately noticeable, the initial setup at least creates the impression that the story has somewhere worthwhile to go. Unfortunately, that confidence fades the moment the narrative shifts to the present timeline.\n\nFrom there, the screenplay spirals into an endless barrage of overblown action, forced heroism, and scenes designed solely to glorify its leads rather than serve the story. Every major set piece prioritizes spectacle over logic, leaving very little emotional or narrative weight behind.\n\nThe soundtrack itself is pleasant, but the songs feel completely disconnected from the film’s momentum. Rather than enhancing the experience, they interrupt the pacing and exist merely to satisfy the familiar Bollywood template.\n\nFor roughly the first fifteen to twenty minutes, along with Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s combat sequences, the film manages to maintain some energy. Beyond that, however, it struggles to hold itself together.\n\nWhat proves even more frustrating is the film’s reliance on patriotism and mythological ancestry as convenient emotional shortcuts. Instead of earning those moments organically, the screenplay repeatedly leans on religious symbolism and nationalist sentiment to manufacture impact. It’s a creative choice that feels more calculated than meaningful, and one Bollywood (Other Woods too) continues to overuse.\n\nHrithik Roshan’s cameo adds little to the experience and ultimately feels underwhelming. The action choreography suffers from the same lazy writing—dozens of enemies unload bullets while the protagonists remain conveniently untouched, only getting injured when the script suddenly decides it needs an emotional beat. The film constantly bends its own rules, making every high-stakes sequence feel artificial.\n\nAdding to the disappointment is the visual effects work. Rather than complementing the action, the VFX frequently becomes distracting due to its inconsistent and often poor quality, making several sequences look far less convincing than they should.\n\nAt this point, the YRF Spy Universe doesn’t need bigger crossovers or more familiar faces—it needs better writers. Unless future installments stop relying on religion, nationalism, and the endlessly recycled India–Pakistan conflict as shortcuts for emotional engagement, expanding this franchise will only continue to expose its lack of originality.\n\nOn a good note, I Liked watching Anil Kapoor on screen and Bobby Deol.", "verdict": "Alpha mistakes relentless noise for entertainment and spectacle for storytelling. Despite a passable opening and a few energetic action beats, it’s ultimately brought down by weak writing, excessive hero worship, poor visual effects, and a narrative that substitutes genuine substance with loud theatrics. The Spy Universe deserves stronger stories—not bigger gimmicks.", "metadata": { "director": "Shiv Rawail", "cast": "Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Dibyendu Bhattacharya", "runtime": "2h 21m", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "castCards": [], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "auto", "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/0/1/1/2/4/3/1011243-alpha-2026-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=4f9bdc8dbb", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fQRbBCbqortBDx3PixdpU50oVDj.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-fcjaef": { "title": "Soulm8te", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-08-03", "body": "M3GAN‘s spin-off SOULM8TE is another forgettable entry in the ever-growing catalog of possessive bot-based horror thrillers. Its premise isn’t particularly fresh, and the screenplay unfolds so predictably that you’ll either recognize the familiar beats from countless predecessors or accurately anticipate every major turn long before it happens. It rarely surprises, challenges, or finds a unique identity of its own.\n\nThe film’s strongest asset is undoubtedly its production value. Visually, it carries a polished, premium aesthetic with clean cinematography, well-designed interiors, and a level of technical finesse that makes it appear far more ambitious than the material it’s built upon. Unfortunately, impressive presentation can only do so much when the narrative underneath feels this hollow.\n\nLily Sullivan delivers exactly what the role demands as Sara, embodying the mechanical restraint and emotional emptiness expected from an android. Her deliberately expressionless performance fits the character. \n\nDavid Rysdahl and Claudia Doumit serve their purpose as the human counterparts caught in the conflict, but the screenplay gives neither enough depth nor memorable moments to elevate their performances beyond functional.\n\nFor those planning to watch, it’s worth noting that SOULM8TE carries an R rating, featuring sexual content, nudity, and graphic violence.\n\nWhat proves more disappointing is seeing names like James Wan, alongside director Kate Dolan, attached to a screenplay this uninspired. Given Wan’s reputation for crafting effective horror, it’s difficult not to expect something sharper, more inventive, or at least more engaging than what ultimately reaches the screen.\n\nDespite being marketed as a horror thriller, SOULM8TE struggles to deliver on either front. The suspense never truly escalates, the horror lacks impact, and even the action is almost nonexistent. The only genre label it genuinely earns is science fiction—and even that feels superficial. At its core, it plays as android version of Curry Barker’s “Obsession”.\n\nOh, wait! I completely forgot about Companion—a film built on a similar premise that proves there’s still plenty of room for a fresh, inventive take on this sub-genre. SOULM8TE, unfortunately, does exactly the opposite.\n\nIn hindsight, a direct digital release feels like the right decision. The film simply doesn’t possess the scale, entertainment value, or audience appeal to justify a theatrical run, and it’s difficult to imagine it finding much success at the box office.", "verdict": "SOULM8TE wastes an sci-fi concept on a formulaic, emotionally flat story that never finds the tension, terror, or excitement it promises. Aside from its polished production and competent technical presentation, there’s nothing much to talk about or remember.", "metadata": { "director": "Kate Dolan", "cast": "David Rysdahl, Lily Sullivan, Claudia Doumit, Arty Froushan, Elijah Isaiah Cook", "runtime": "1h 39m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Apple TV+", "Rent / Buy" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/bNErActDctl6cdUGw9pnjSCmyhQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-fhfa1r": { "title": "The Odyssey", "year": "2026", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2026-07-17", "body": "The Odyssey is a colossal achievement—an epic where scale, craftsmanship, storytelling, performances, and technical brilliance come together to create an unforgettable cinematic experience.\n\nThat said, I wouldn’t call it flawless. There are moments where I felt it could have been stronger, and a few creative choices didn’t entirely work for me. Yet those shortcomings never overshadow what the film accomplishes. It completely engrossed me from beginning to end, constantly shifting between emotional drama, psychological tension, mythological intrigue, and moments of spectacle. The action is comparatively restrained, but when it arrives, it serves the story rather than existing purely for excitement.\n\nFrom the opening sequence featuring Travis Scott to the closing moments, where his haunting narrative echoes over the finale, Ludwig Göransson delivers one of his finest scores. His music captures the raw, ancient spirit of the Bronze Age while giving the film an almost mythical atmosphere.\n\nChristopher Nolan once again embraces the non-linear storytelling style that has become synonymous with his filmmaking. While The Odyssey unfolds at a measured pace and demands patience—particularly for viewers expecting a constantly eventful epic—it rewards that investment with an emotionally satisfying journey. The deliberate structure gradually pieces itself together, making every revelation feel earned. It may not rank among Nolan’s most accessible films, but it’s another reminder that even when experimenting, he’s remarkably difficult to count out.\n\nThe ensemble cast is stacked with acclaimed talent, yet Matt Damon unquestionably anchors the film with a commanding performance. He carries the emotional weight of Odysseus with conviction, balancing vulnerability and resilience throughout. Anne Hathaway is equally impressive, particularly in a standout sequence alongside Tom Holland, where she delivers one of the film’s most memorable dramatic exchanges.\n\nVisually, the film is breathtaking. Shot in IMAX 70mm by Hoyte van Hoytema, every frame feels meticulously composed. The scale is immense without sacrificing intimacy, resulting in imagery that feels both painterly and monumental. It’s the kind of filmmaking that truly justifies experiencing it on the biggest screen possible.\n\nThere are countless scenes worth discussing in greater detail, but those conversations are best saved for when the film arrives on digital and spoilers are no longer a concern.", "verdict": "Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey isn’t without imperfections, but its ambition, emotional depth, remarkable performances, breathtaking IMAX visuals, and Ludwig Göransson’s phenomenal score make it a cinematic experience that’s difficult to shake off. A grand, immersive epic that rewards patience with a richly satisfying journey.", "metadata": { "director": "Christopher Nolan", "cast": "Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Himesh Patel", "runtime": "2h 53m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Action", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/5rhTDKUhPYvpdQIijFIs5VoWsON.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-fwi9yl": { "title": "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", "year": "2026", "rating": "4", "date": "2026-07-30", "body": "Spider-Man: Brand New Day doesn’t just mark another chapter for Marvel—it opens the door to what feels like a genuine new beginning for the MCU. More importantly, it reminds audiences that a Spider-Man story works best when it’s grounded in heart rather than spectacle.\n\nDestin Daniel Cretton delivers exactly that. Steering away from excess, he crafts a superhero film with a surprisingly intimate core, proving that restraint can be just as exhilarating as scale. It’s the kind of focused, character-driven direction Marvel has been searching for, and Cretton understands precisely what this iteration of Spider-Man needed.\n\nTom Holland delivers his finest performance as Peter Parker yet. He fully embraces the bittersweet duality of being both the friendly neighborhood hero and a young man carrying the weight of isolation. His emotional maturity elevates every major beat, making this version of Spider-Man feel more complete than ever before.\n\nJon Bernthal’s return as the Punisher is another welcome addition. His presence is intense without being overbearing, striking a far more balanced tone than the exaggerated portrayal seen in the recent Punisher short film.\n\nZendaya and Jacob Batalon slide back into their roles with effortless chemistry, providing familiar warmth whenever they’re on screen. Meanwhile, Sadie Sink makes a remarkable impression in her secretive role. Even with limited exposure, she leaves behind enough intrigue to suggest a character with enormous potential moving forward.\n\nThe visual effects are among Marvel’s strongest in recent years. They feel polished than before. I’m not a big fan of 3D converted movies, but this was well converted, even though it wasn’t necessary. I’ll revisit the film in 4K 2D HDR if time permits, else when it reaches digital platforms.\n\nThe musical score, however, doesn’t consistently match the film’s emotional ambitions. While effective in places, several pivotal moments deserved themes with greater impact and memorability. It supports the narrative rather than elevating it, leaving a few potentially iconic scenes without the musical punch they warranted.\n\nMark Ruffalo’s surprise appearance, coupled with the exhilarating Spider-Man versus Raging Hulk action set pieces, is pure fan service executed the right way. These sequences inject excitement without feeling forced, rewarding longtime Marvel fans while naturally fitting into the story.\n\nWhat ultimately makes Spider-Man: Brand New Day succeed is its balance. Action never overshadows character, emotional beats are given room to breathe, and the narrative remains consistently engaging. The web-swinging sequences—something fans have been craving in abundance—are spectacularly realized, and Cretton 👏\n\nThat said, if you’re expecting an endlessly escalating spectacle packed with earth shattering action, unimaginable twists, or constant visual excess may find the disappointment. BND opts for a simpler narrative built around effective reveals, cameos, thoughtful callbacks, and for what’s to come, rather than trying to outdo itself at every turn.", "verdict": "Spider-Man: Brand New Day is the strongest Spider-Man film of Tom Holland’s tenure, blending grounded storytelling, exhilarating action, and heartfelt emotion into a confident new beginning for both the character and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While the score occasionally misses opportunities to heighten key moments, the film lands where it matters most, delivering a Spider-Man adventure that feels fresh, sincere, and immensely satisfying.", "metadata": { "director": "Destin Daniel Cretton", "cast": "Tom Holland, Zendaya, Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal, Jacob Batalon", "runtime": "2h 25m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Action", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/wiHUI2zYxo1lDw8mF56Zp0CtkUy.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-fy7fez": { "title": "The Devil's Mouth", "year": "2026", "rating": "1", "date": "2026-07-31", "body": "Prime Video's The Devil's Mouth is a survival thriller that struggles to justify its own premise, delivering very little of the tension, dread, or excitement that a shark-centric film promises. Instead of capitalizing on its claustrophobic setting, it sinks into a monotonous experience that rarely finds a pulse.\n\nThe story follows five friends on a vacation who decide to explore an underwater cave known as The Devil's Mouth. What begins as an adventurous expedition quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival after they discover deadly sharks lurking within the cave system. Trapped deep underwater with limited ways out, the film revolves around their attempts to escape, who manages to survive, and the consequences of the choices they make.\n\nThe film's weakest link, surprisingly, isn't the underwhelming CGI sharks—it's the performances. Katheryn Newton delivers a remarkably flat performance, showing little emotional variation even when the situation demands urgency or fear. Lana Condor, despite her naturally charming screen presence, never quite settles into the role, making her character difficult to invest in. The remaining cast members are given so little personality or development that they exist largely as disposable bodies, serving more as convenient targets for the sharks than as characters worth caring about.\n\nThe setting itself also becomes a major obstacle. Once the narrative enters the cave system around the half-hour mark, the film remains submerged in near-total darkness until the closing moments. While the intention is clearly to create a claustrophobic atmosphere, the execution often results in visual confusion. There are several stretches where it's genuinely difficult to understand what's happening, where the characters are positioned, or even what the camera is attempting to show. Rather than building suspense, the murky presentation becomes exhausting.", "verdict": "The Devil's Mouth is built on a premise that never quite justifies a full feature-length survival thriller, offering little beyond a familiar setup that quickly runs out of momentum. Weak performances, forgettable character work, and frustratingly murky visuals leave it gasping for impact. With scarcely any genuine thrills or memorable shark encounters, it's a film that never escapes the depths of mediocrity.", "metadata": { "director": "Jeff Wadlow", "cast": "Kathryn Newton, Lana Condor, Nico Hiraga, Gavin Casalegno, Tommi Rose", "runtime": "1h 46m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ], "castCards": [], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "auto" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/3/5/8/2/1/2/1358212-the-devils-mouth-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=f5c0ce1e1b", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/9jVq1HF3Lkmci85ZL8ZPx6c55QW.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-1437928924": { "title": "Lenin", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-08-07", "body": "LENIN is a fairly engaging action drama that has enough surprises to keep the narrative moving, even if few turns remain easy to anticipate. Interestingly, the story itself feels like the driving force rather than the hero, avoiding the usual obsession with larger-than-life protagonist elevation that defines many Telugu commercial entertainers. Yet, despite that refreshing approach, the film left me with mixed feelings by the time the credits rolled.\n\nThe biggest hurdle lies in its screenplay. Individual scenes often work on their own, but the transitions between them feel abrupt, constantly altering the film’s emotional rhythm. It jumps from light-hearted, feel-good moments to intense drama—and back again—so frequently that the emotional impact of one scene barely has time to settle before the next shifts the mood entirely. As a result, the narrative never fully finds a consistent flow.\n\nBhagyashri Borse is undoubtedly the film’s strongest asset. She brings an effortless charm to every scene, with a screen presence that’s difficult to ignore. Every appearance adds warmth and energy to the film. Complementing that beautifully is Thaman’s score, which knows exactly when to step in and when to stay restrained. The background music consistently enhances the mood without ever overpowering it.\n\nAfter a disappointing phase in his career, Akhil Akkineni delivers a noticeable improvement here. This is easily one of his better performances alongside Hello and Most Eligible Bachelor. His portrayal feels more assured and comfortable, showing a welcome sense of growth even if the material doesn’t always allow him to fully shine.\n\nFrom a technical standpoint, the film rarely misses a beat. The production design, cinematography, sound design, and overall visual presentation are polished throughout, giving the film a premium finish that supports its ambitions.\n\nMurali Kishor Abburu delivers a respectable effort as a director. The foundation is great, and the film has enough merit to suggest genuine potential. With a more cohesive and impactful screenplay, LENIN could have been a far more memorable outing—not just for Akhil, but for the entire cast and crew.", "verdict": "LENIN is a decent action drama that succeeds in prioritizing its story over conventional hero worship while benefiting from strong technical craftsmanship, an impressive Bhagyashri Borse, and a much-improved Akhil Akkineni. 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It doesn't attempt to reinvent the genre, but it delivers enough warmth to keep the journey enjoyable.\n\nThe film opens on an interesting note in the present day before gradually travelling through the lives of its characters across the 80s, 90s, the early 2000s, and eventually back to the present. The story itself is fairly straightforward, yet its simplicity becomes its strength. The nostalgic settings, familiar emotions, and everyday moments are likely to resonate with audiences who have lived through those eras, allowing the first half to establish an easy emotional connection while maintaining a consistently entertaining rhythm.\n\nAtharvaa, Preity Mukundhan, Kayadu Lohar, Jonita Gandhi, Fahadh Faasil, Thaman, Niharika NM, Sudhakar Jeyaraman, and the supporting cast all fit comfortably into their respective roles. Their performances feel natural within the film's light-hearted tone, making the interactions enjoyable and helping the narrative remain engaging even when the screenplay isn't aiming for anything particularly ambitious.\n\nThe momentum, however, begins to fade after the interval. While the emotional beats continue to land occasionally, the pacing becomes noticeably sluggish, preventing the narrative from flowing as effortlessly as it did in the opening half. Several stretches feel unnecessarily prolonged, making the film appear longer than its runtime demands. Although the story eventually reaches its intended destination, the journey becomes uneven and occasionally exhausting because of its drawn-out execution.\n\nS.S. Thaman's music easily emerges as the film's strongest asset. His compositions beautifully complement the nostalgic atmosphere, while Dhanush's \"Vaama Vaama\" and its recurring flute motif linger well beyond the end credits.\n\nOn the technical side, a number of visual effects stand out for the wrong reasons. Several terrace sequences, the bus fight in the latter half, and portions of the USA backdrop rely heavily on green screen, making those moments feel noticeably artificial. Considering the nature of these scenes, many of them could have been staged on practical sets or filmed on real locations, which would have preserved the film's otherwise grounded atmosphere.", "verdict": "Idhayam Murali is a passable feel-good romantic comedy that benefits from its nostalgic setting, likable perforamances, and soothing music. 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I don’t particularly remember how I felt about every previous Minions outing, but I’m fairly certain none of them left me this disengaged.\n\nThe Minions have always worked best for me when they are part of the Despicable Me films, especially alongside Gru, where their chaotic energy complements a larger story and their presence feels purposeful. When they are left to carry an entire film on their own, that same appeal starts to wear thin. Their antics work brilliantly in small doses, but stretching that formula across a full-length story makes the humour feel repetitive rather than consistently entertaining.\n\nThe animation, however, is easily the film’s strongest aspect. There is very little to complain about visually, with Illumination once again delivering polished animation, expressive character work and a colourful presentation. From a technical standpoint, it looks exactly as you’d expect from the studio.\n\nThe problem is the material surrounding it. The plot feels deliberately old-school, following the Minions as they get involved in the motion picture industry with the ambition of making passionate movies, before everything inevitably spirals into the usual chain of chaotic events. There are ideas here that could have made for a fun, self-aware adventure, but the execution never gives them enough substance to sustain the runtime.\n\nUltimately, Minions & Monsters feels more like an extended Minions episode than a story that justifies being their own feature. 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Rajamouli or i can say, it didn’t match the hype it was surrounded with. (It’s the Same Old Typical Regional Film)\n\nWhy ? \n\n1. Jr.NTR (Bheem) And Ram Charan’s (Rama Raju) characters are given equal importance in first half but by the end it’s Rama Raju’s Revolution and Bheem was there to support.\n2. After Engaging and great 1st half, Film looses it’s Pace With Weak and Predictable Script with 2nd half.3. Top Actors like Alia Bhatt, Samuthirakani are wasted.\n4. Action is good but not great.(Baahubali 1&2 had great action)\n5. Abrupt Ending.\n6. Lengthy Run-Time. (2nd Half could’ve Used Editing Room)S.S. Rajamouli has given blockbusters in different genre’s.\n\nAnd RRR is one of them, not that it had great story, because it has been made on huge scale, has big superstars, and most importantly S.S. Rajamouli stamp attached to it.\n\nI Recommend to watch this film only if you’re non-regional (Not an Indian) audience. \n\nTo Indian’s ? - It’s Your own Choice.\n\nAlright ! 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The Film kicks off with two lone wolfs who are thrust together, soon find themselves in a situation that requires them to work as a pack rather than going solo. Their evolving partnership is portrayed in a neat and humorous way, making it hard to deny the charm and quality of this entertaining storytelling.\n\nAustin Abrams, who plays 'Kid,' delivers a great performance too, effortlessly syncing with his co-stars and adding to the film's dynamic chemistry.\n\nIf you're a fan of dark comedy thrillers, this is definitely one to check out.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vOX1Zng472PC2KnS0B9nRfM8aaZ.jpg", "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-7tmlnb": { "metadata": { "director": "Hasith Goli", "cast": "Sree Vishnu, Ritu Varma, Meera Jasmine, Saranya Pradeep, Daksha Nagarkar", "runtime": "2h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Swag", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-10-05", "body": "Swag 🤘” delivers a satisfying drama where witty banter between men🧔‍♂️and women 👩fuels their quest for greatness, with inheritance💰at its core. Yet, beneath the surface, there’s an unexpected twist that adds a whole new layer to the story😲—one that’s best experienced without spoilers.\n\nThe film has @sreevishnuoffl's name written all over it—both literally and figuratively. As the main lead, he takes on multiple characters, delivering a range of stellar performances that make this movie undeniably his own🔥.\n\nThis film doesn’t just deliver laughs—it’s packed with meaningful, message-driven content, and credits to director @hasithgoli's thoughtful storytelling. That interval surprise is simply mad 🙌.\n\nEnough praise for the men—let’s give the women their due😁! @riturv and #MeeraJasmine were both fantastic, with Mera Jasmine’s return to the screen in a substantial role being a real highlight after such a long time😃. @DakshaOfficial is cool with her limited role.\n\nAlthough many scenes in the initial first half felt half-baked, with fast cuts or abrupt transitions—whether by design or not—it created a sense of disjointedness😕. The rapid jumps between scenes felt odd and could have been handled more smoothly. Some of the dialogues were a bit hard to catch at times throughout (at least for me), but that’s okay—it didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment of the film🙂.\n\nThe lack of a clear timeline during the flashback episodes isn’t a dealbreaker, but it would have enhanced the storytelling and made the sequences easier to follow😌.\n\nMusic by #vivekSagar is an added advantage as he always delivers great background score for his films😎. Can't complain about songs though, they are good, not great.\n\nThe movie’s pacing, with its shifts—dropping and picking up momentum throughout—might make it feel a bit long at times🤔. But by the end of the day, you’ll realize you’ve watched a genuinely good film.\n\nI rate this film 3.25/5 🤟. #SwagTheMovie is now playing in theaters near you.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/59j909O4PVE7vZxFU0JzuDzLuo7.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7utttd": { "title": "It's What's Inside", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-10-07", "body": "It’s What’s Inside takes you on a wild, unpredictable ride with storytelling that may leave you a bit confused at times (if not most), but its craftsmanship is undeniably impressive...\n\nFrom the very first second, the sound design of this film had me hooked. The aspect ratio, stunning visuals, the technical execution is flawless—there’s no denying its greatness.\n\nThe film takes its time setting up the story, leading to the moment the game begins, which is where things get interesting. However, the pacing slows down again and becomes somewhat predictable until a pivotal event occurs. After a brief lull, it picks up with a major plot twist that no one will see coming, similar to how Bodies Bodies Bodies end made us feel, maybe even more.\n\nOverall, you’ll find a satisfying thriller, though you might feel confused at times about who’s who and what’s really happening. But once you piece it together, you’ll realize it’s a uniquely crafted film that’s been skillfully handled to keep you entertained.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Greg Jardin", "cast": "James Morosini, Brittany O'Grady, David Thompson, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Gavin Leatherwood", "runtime": "1h 45m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Mystery", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ], "castCards": [ { "name": "James Morosini", "character": "Cyrus", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/vaBLK53OiwM0E4S4IHkbvSaOKHR.jpg" }, { "name": "Brittany O'Grady", "character": "Shelby", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/bNuz4XvSbvYw229j9gkO24qzsQm.jpg" }, { "name": "David Thompson", "character": "Forbes", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/yEOpuI0JoUMukVHmWoB8YLsbTI5.jpg" }, { "name": "Alycia Debnam-Carey", "character": "Nikki", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/Awcn5iv2Rwke3tXXFV67wIsFgXG.jpg" }, { "name": "Gavin Leatherwood", "character": "Dennis", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/u2pLJezObdnJbvH7bRrZs9SR1Y9.jpg" }, { "name": "Nina Bloomgarden", "character": "Maya", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/5SvMryn9IEL4bMbGpOYsu1wc1Pj.jpg" }, { "name": "Reina Hardesty", "character": "Brooke", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/9i3TidpFHK2FMbD9yr2XD2y34CU.jpg" }, { "name": "Devon Terrell", "character": "Reuben", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/kXdDkKxcs2HMBT0lScv4Toigv7.jpg" }, { "name": "Madison Davenport", "character": "Beatrice", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/8yIHX149UVVeoJfUbi4oOC1nGcI.jpg" }, { "name": "Myhraliza Aala", "character": "County Deputy", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/cFIW0tOAwl3HgcInu070GGHZ0W6.jpg" } ], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "translations": {}, "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "", "videoDisplay": "auto" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uxWfpizZw85RPoZriJgL6z0CQDi.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7ssuhh": { "title": "Thalavan", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-10-04", "body": "I've watched \"Thalavan\", and the first thing that comes to mind is : what's so brilliant about this film as many claim ? Is it the performances, plot/storytelling, or action ? \n\nI went in without watching the teaser or trailer, just hoping for a good film, but for me, it didn't deliver. The film is quite slow paced, with a decent first half but a rather tiring second half, making it a subpar experience overall.\n\nWhile the performances from Asif Ali and Biju Menon are decent, apart from the environment setting (production design), nothing truly drew me in or convinced me to engage with the storytelling.\n\nIt neither delivered thrills, wow moments, nor surprises. Throughout, I just found myself thinking, ‘Ah' ! \n\nIf it piques your interest, give it a watch. If not, I don’t think you’ll be missing out on much.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jis Joy", "cast": "Biju Menon, Asif Ali, Miya George, Anusree Nair, Dileesh Pothan", "runtime": "2h 13m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Drama", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Sony LIV" ] }, "published": true, "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/142iirjj2365WQTaXgMrmjC0tng.jpg", "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-ad4cfp": { "metadata": { "director": "Len Wiseman", "cast": "Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne", "runtime": "2h 5m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Lionsgate Play" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Ballerina", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-08-06", "body": "Finally finished watching Ballerina — a relentless, action-packed outing from the JohnWick universe, featuring a brief cameo from Wick himself.\n\nThe action choreography is stunning, but at times feels a bit overextended or exhausting — like, “come on, wrap it up already.” There’s not much in terms of plot, but Ana de Armas carries the film with sheer physicality and presence.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/2VUmvqsHb6cEtdfscEA6fqqVzLg.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ai9gbr": { "title": "Superman", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-07-11", "body": "James Gunn’s Superman kickstarts the new DC universe with a lighthearted, colorful tone—but it veered off track early on, and might need course correction in the years to come.\n\nDavid Corenswet shines as Superman, and Lois Lane is equally solid—no complaints there. But the character-packed plot feels undercooked, and the story follows such a familiar superhero template, it rarely offers anything fresh.\n\nIn my view, the film stumbles by making Superman’s human side the central plot rather than a layer within it. Sure, past films explored this angle too—but they did so while driving a stronger narrative. Here, it is the narrative, and that’s where it loses impact. No emotion at all and I’m surprised how James Gunn missed this (given how well he presented Rocket’s backstory in GOTG3).\n\nLex Luthor—one of DC’s greatest villains, is reduced to a rather silly presence here. And don’t get me wrong, it’s not about Nicholas Hoult’s performance, but how the character is written and utilized.\n\nJohn Murphy’s music works well, but the cinematography didn’t quite land for me. It carries the same routine visual tone we’ve seen across James Gunn’s past films.\n\nOverall, it’s a fresh take in the new DC universe, decent in its own space and brimming with potential. If handled right in future installments, it could evolve into something great; if not, it risks becoming a major misfire.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "James Gunn", "cast": "David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion", "runtime": "2h 10m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ldyfo0BKmz5rWtJJKCvwaNS4cJT.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aixuyh": { "metadata": { "director": "Vivek Soni", "cast": "R. 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The latter portions, especially pre-climax, come off questionable in terms of the message being conveyed.\n\nAll in all, it’s an okayish old-school rom-com with notable performances but weighed down by its conventional storytelling and tonal imbalance.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fV9dswGQCvbpVsj1JOTrYCeos8w.jpg", "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-akr92p": { "metadata": { "director": "Phanindra Narsetti", "cast": "Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Theja Duggirala, Hanu Reddy, Kanna Pasunoori, Sanjana Hardageri", "runtime": "2h 18m", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Netflix" ], "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance" ] }, "published": true, "title": "8 Vasantalu", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-07-14", "body": "8 Vasantalu unfolds like a poetic journey of love and the emotional hurdles that follow. Shot beautifully across exotic locations, the film impresses visually, thanks to Vishwanath Reddy’s commendable cinematography. However, it falters with a routine plot and a sluggish narrative, ultimately making it an average and forgettable experience.\n\nAvanthika Sanilkumar delivers a strong performance, effortlessly carrying this female-centric film on her shoulders. Director Phanindra shows flashes of brilliance in his writing, with a few deeply layered lines that strike a chord—though none linger long after. Unfortunately, the film stretches far more than needed, testing patience by the end.\n\nHesham’s background score is serviceable but lacks the emotional depth he brought to Hi Nanna and Kushi. While some may appreciate the film’s tone and treatment, I fall into the category that didn’t quite connect with it.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/z6mVibOXbNw9grRX689MfrbIQsl.jpg", "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-ampx6p": { "metadata": { "director": "R. S. Prasanna", "cast": "Aamir Khan, Genelia D'Souza, Dolly Ahluwalia, Brijendra Kala, Happy Ranajit", "runtime": "2h 35m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "title": "Sitaare Zameen Par", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-07-16", "body": "“Sitaare Zameen Par,” an adaptation of the film Champions, is a passable, light-hearted sports comedy-drama.\n\nAamir Khan brings a fun energy in his funky role, which is refreshing, and it’s nice to see Genelia back on screen—she hasn’t aged a day.\n\nThe entire cast delivers well, but despite the charm, the film suffers from a stretched narrative post-intermission (as it doesn’t offer anything new or bring freshness), and its emotional beats don’t land as effectively as intended.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/adYjCJGSNiL7CIaDW3g0Bcg7r2Z.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aoa8pl": { "metadata": { "director": "Jake Schreier", "cast": "Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Lewis Pullman, David Harbour", "runtime": "2h 7m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Thunderbolts*", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-19", "body": "After the Captain America: Brave New World debacle, Thunderbolts felt like a decent watch from the MCU. It’s not groundbreaking, but it holds your attention well enough.\n\nThe first hour flies by—packed with setup, character reintroductions, action, and even a new character, Bob. But the momentum dips later, especially once the “void” takes over Bob and the rest, which wasn’t convincingly handled in the narrative.\n\nWhat works is the team dynamic—the cast, each distinctly characterized, makes the ensemble fun to watch.\n\nThat post-credit scene though? Now that has me genuinely hyped for The Fantastic Four and its fresh MCU direction (Trailers, TV Spots) leading into Avengers: Doomsday.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hqcexYHbiTBfDIdDWxrxPtVndBX.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aputhf": { "metadata": { "director": "Mohit Suri", "cast": "Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda, Alam Khan, Rajesh Kumar, Geeta Agrawal Sharma", "runtime": "2h 30m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Saiyaara", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-07-20", "body": "#Saiyaara is yet another signature Mohit Suri love saga—laced with romance, simple twists, heartbreak, and inevitable tragedy (not in sequence).\n\nThe film holds attention largely due to the crackling chemistry between Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, who light up the screen. As with most of Suri’s films, the biggest USP is the music, which elevates the first half with a breezy, fresh narrative.\n\nHowever, the second half takes far too long to take off, and that’s where the film begins to lose its grip.\n\nDespite its flaws, Saiyaara remains watchable. It brings moments of joy and pain, but like many of Suri’s films it stumbles. This one’s no exception.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hQBIsi3ZfBYEayMc3GhcEmJVkss.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ar6lzf": { "metadata": { "director": "Celine Song", "cast": "Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal, Zoë Winters, Marin Ireland", "runtime": "1h 56m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "title": "Materialists", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-22", "body": "Materialists is a beautifully told love drama (slow burner of course) from Celine Song—but here’s the plot twist.\n\nWhile the film is a treat to watch, especially with Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans effortlessly holding the screen for two hours, the end result is a mixed bag. The narrative flows so naturally that it feels like watching someone’s life unfold in real time.\n\nBut when you look back, the plot begins to feel a bit absurd—certain moments lack conviction, as if scenes were written in isolation and performed as is, regardless of whether they align with the story’s emotional thread.\n\nThat said, the cinematography is stunning, and despite its narrative flaws, Materialists remains a beautiful experience — watchable for the leads alone.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/eDo0pNruy0Qgj6BdTyHIR4cxHY8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-at5unh": { "title": "The Fantastic 4: First Steps", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-07-25", "body": "With The Fantastic Four, Marvel delivers its most solid film since last year’s Deadpool & Wolverine (Thunderbolts was serviceable, though arguably forgettable in comparison)\n\nIt’s a fresh take—entertaining, a bit emotional, and oh boy, that brief but impactful cameo from the big bad Galactus. He’s the main villain, sure, but only shows up when the necessary.\n\nThe casting is spot-on, and the retro-themed visuals are a treat. It’s great to see some of Hollywood’s finest take on fan-favorite roles—Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Julia Garner, Ralph Ineson, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach all bring their A-game.\n\nMatt Shakman continues to prove he’s a reliable and promising director. With WandaVision and now this film under his belt, Marvel would do well to hand him a few more projects.\n\nThe music by Giacchino? Fantastic. And with that crisp sound design, watching it in a good cinema makes all the difference.\n\nThough the film doesn’t have any dull moments in its 2-hour runtime, it still left me feeling like something was missing—like it could’ve been more. Maybe it’s the underwhelming action, or the underused characters… I’m not entirely sure.\n\nOh, and just wait for the first post-credit scene… the whole auditorium went wild. He’s coming—and Marvel just turned the game up a notch.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Matt Shakman", "cast": "Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Joseph Quinn, Ralph Ineson", "runtime": "1h 55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Adventure", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/nf5qaSEvyYSNeFH0YhSs5EsBLX9.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-av8zmf": { "title": "Maargan", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-27", "body": "Vijay Antony’s Maargan is a decent suspense crime thriller that unfolds at a slow pace, with its core plot point revealed only in the second half. It concludes with a good twist, making it a worthwhile watch.\n\nOn the technical front, the film fares well. While the visual effects aren’t impressive, they remain acceptable given the budget and story requirements. Cinematography is good, and the music complements the film’s atmosphere.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Leo John Paul", "cast": "Vijay Antony, Ajay Dhisan, Brigida Saga, Samuthirakani, Deepshika Umapathy", "runtime": "2h 12m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Action", "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sgNetedu19Ar9LkUXGNheh9NL1D.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ayaezz": { "metadata": { "director": "Mike Flanagan", "cast": "Tom Hiddleston, Benjamin Pajak, Nick Offerman, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan", "runtime": "1h 51m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "title": "The Life of Chuck", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-01", "body": "“Life of Chuck” is a good film overall. It opens with Act 3, leaving viewers puzzled about what’s unfolding, but the narrative gradually unravels with Act 2 and comes full circle in Act 1. Act 2 is short and sweet — essentially answering the mystery of who Chuck is — while Act 1 ties it all together, giving deeper meaning to the preceding acts.\n\nThe film doesn’t explain everything directly; its meaning becomes clear only if you reflect on the acts and connect the dots yourself. (If you’re too clever for figuring it all out, then this sentence ain’t for you)\n\nThe performances are uniformly strong — with Jacob Tremblay, Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and the rest of the cast delivering great work.\n\nThe only drawback is the pacing — it’s a slow-burn drama that will not sit well with everyone. Even I found it dragging way too much, but stuck with it, and it was worth it in the end.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oumprkO9bThExP8NwxBIBnvBu2v.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-azoki5": { "metadata": { "director": "Sri Ganesh", "cast": "Siddharth, R. Sarathkumar, Devayani, Meetha Raghunath, Chaithra J Achar", "runtime": "2h 19m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "title": "3BHK", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-02", "body": "3BHK is a grounded family drama that captures the emotional and financial struggles of middle-class families aspiring to own a home. While its realistic portrayal adds depth and relatability, the narrative occasionally stretches beyond its emotional core, which may test the patience of some viewers.\n\nThe family of four gives standout performances and brings the story to life. They convincingly portray a struggling household whose dreams keep slipping away, making their journey feel real and emotional.\n\nSai Ganesh chooses a relatable and meaningful subject, but struggles to maintain the momentum the story deserves. The execution falters midway, leaving parts of the film feeling uneven.\n\nWhile not without its flaws, it’s a decent watch with a few meaningful takeaways.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/njq3p81KoTVd0lWqGeudId7WwUn.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-beuorb": { "metadata": { "director": "Rishab Shetty", "cast": "Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah, Ramitha Shailendra", "runtime": "2h 45m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Kantara - A Legend: Chapter 1", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-10-02", "body": "Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 is technically brilliant but narratively underwhelming, making it a passable watch.\n\nThe film opens strong, but as the story progresses, the plot and pacing slowly drift while trying to set the stage for the later half. Most of the second half does manage to hold your attention, despite occasional dips in pace.\n\nFull credit to Rishab Shetty and team for their craftsmanship—the film looks astonishing on screen. The striking cinematography and impressive visual effects (barring a few low-key touches) put to shame what many so-called big-budget films deliver today.\n\nPerformance-wise, Rishab Shetty steals the spotlight once again. Just as he redefined his career with Kantara’s iconic climax, here too he commands the screen with an extended act. While it may briefly feel repetitive, the variations and strong narrative moments keep it engaging.\n\nRukmini Vasanth adds charm and leaves an impression with her presence. On the other hand, Gulshan Devaiah’s character feels underwritten and could have been handled better.\n\nTelugu dub and sound mix are deeply disappointing and often take away from the mood. I might revisit the original language version when it drops on digital, but that won’t change my view on its narrative shortcomings. Ajaneesh’s background score is decent, though not particularly memorable.\n\nOverall, much like Kantara, I went in with no expectations, but unlike that film, this one doesn’t fully deliver. It’s a passable prequel—elevated by great visuals and some strong moments, but dragged down by an uneven screenplay/narrative.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ehQPboTPaIMkMUOoNOh8e7pZ5Rp.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bfz2pd": { "metadata": { "director": "Paul Greengrass", "cast": "Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson, Kimberli Flores", "runtime": "2h 10m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "title": "The Lost Bus", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-10-03", "body": "The Lost Bus is a gripping two-hour drama inspired by the true events. While films of this kind often involve dramatization and cinematic liberties, Paul Greengrass and his team do a commendable job of sticking to the core plot of saving 22 children trapped in a school bus, while intensifying the surrounding story to deliver a satisfying thriller.\n\nMatthew McConaughey pulls off Kevin McKay with ease, carrying the film with a brilliant performance.\n\nWhile Apple is known for delivering top-notch quality, I couldn’t find the same here. It seems intentional by choice, but the overall output could’ve been sharper is what i felt.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4IPxzGlE17fJAwUTMul4opMeutA.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bmnbyh": { "metadata": { "director": "Simon Stone", "cast": "Keira Knightley, Guy Pearce, David Ajala, Gitte Witt, Art Malik", "runtime": "1h 35m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "title": "The Woman in Cabin 10", "year": "2025", "rating": "0.5", "date": "2025-10-14", "body": "The Woman in Cabin 10 is so soberly written and painfully dull that it literally put me to sleep twice before I could finally finish it.…\n\nThere isn’t much to add beyond that. It’s a simple story with meh proceedings and twists that are meant to thrill but end up doing the opposite.\n\nThe film is filled with characters who leave no impact, including the lead, Keira, whose performance hardly matters when there’s neither scope nor depth in the writing.\n\nThe only positive here is the cinematography — shot really well and clean throughout.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4kpdyePOlcELQQJcxXPF5GB1Adw.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bnotgd": { "metadata": { "director": "Domingo González", "cast": "Nicole Wallace, Gabriel Guevara, Gabriela Andrada, Marta Hazas, Goya Toledo", "runtime": "1h 50m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Our Fault", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-10-16", "body": "“Our Fault” posing as the grand finale of a global or world phenomenon, ends up being nothing more than a dull, uninteresting steamy mess of sexual tension, with every other character sacrificed in the process.\n\nIn a story where every character should have an impact on the plot, the lead pair instead takes control of everyone else just to prove they’re in love — how absurdly shallow.\n\nThey should’ve stopped with Culpa Mia (My Fault) instead of dragging it into a tiresome sequel that mistakes intensity for passion and absurdity for storytelling.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yzqHt4m1SeY9FbPrfZ0C2Hi9x1s.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-boispb": { "metadata": { "director": "Keerthiswaran", "cast": "Pradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha Baiju, R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, Neha Shetty", "runtime": "2h 20m", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "title": "Dude", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-10-17", "body": "Dude marks another comedy entertainer from Pradeep Ranganathan — a light-hearted rom-com with bits of emotion sprinkled throughout. The initial few minutes move a little slow, and the love angle setup feels somewhat rushed, mostly unconventional, but the film soon finds its rhythm with well-written humor and plenty of cheer-worthy moments (at-least small woo) till the interval.\n\nThe second half although starts with the same energy, the added emotional beats in between act as speed breakers. Still, it manages to reach a okayish finish, even if slightly extended.\n\nBacked by Sai Abhayankar’s catchy songs and score, and delightful performances from Pradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha, Sharat, and the supporting cast, Dude lands as an enjoyable yet passable rom-com with enough laughs to keep you manageable.\nAlso, Mamitha Baiju holds the screen; Aishwarya Sharma haunts it.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oLUbL4RtynlTtKd1byseeOCkIZO.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-e5fxxt": { "title": "DTF St. Louis", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "HBO Max’s DTF St. Louis starts as an engaging crime drama, but slowly turns into a frustrating and dragged-out experience that ends with a disappointing conclusion. By the time it finishes, I honestly felt like the 6–7 hours I spent on it weren’t really worth it.\n\nAt first, I felt like this was a solid crime suspense drama going in the right direction. But once the show moves past the second episode, it starts focusing heavily on just two things — d*ck and s*x. That becomes the core of the show.\n\nThe problem is not just the focus, but how much it drags. It feels repetitive, unnecessary, and stretched out for no real reason. Instead of building on the crime angle, it keeps circling back to the same themes, leading to a conclusion that feels meaningless.\n\nWhat keeps you going are the lead performances. The main actors (David Harbour, Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini, Joy & Richard) do their best to hold your attention, even when the narrative starts losing direction. The show tries to present vulnerability, feeling low, moments of lifting oneself up, bisexual nature, a good heart, selflessness and a sad, depressive lifestyle — but all of it feels tied to a narrow, sex-driven lens rather than being explored in a natural or meaningful way.\n\nOn the technical side, the cinematography is excellent. The visuals are polished, and the overall production quality is strong. You can clearly see the effort that went into crafting the look and mood of the series.\n\nBut that only makes the disappointment stronger.\n\nWith a tighter script and a clearer focus, DTF St. Louis could have been a compelling drama with layered characters and handful of twists. Instead, it becomes a slow-burning narrative that drifts away from its own potential and settles for an underwhelming finish.", "verdict": "A strong start, solid performances, and great visuals can’t save a show that loses its purpose midway and fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion.", "metadata": { "director": "Steven Conrad", "cast": "Jason Bateman, David Harbour, Linda Cardellini, Richard Jenkins, Joy Sunday", "runtime": "", "seasons": "1", "episodes": "7", "nowPlaying": false, "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ], "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ] }, "published": true, "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "", "contentType": "series", "clearMetadata": [] }, "letterboxd-review-30b14b": { "metadata": { "director": "Chris Williams", "cast": "Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Benjamin Plessala", "runtime": "1h 55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Adventure", "Action", "Family", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Sea Beast", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2022-07-11", "body": "The Sea Beast is one of the good animation film which has fun, humour, revenge and a heart.\n\nDirected by Chris Williams, Film offers feel good sea adventures with right story and screenplay.\n\nGreat animation with perfect music.\n\nNetflix has added one more hit animated story into it’s list, opening a doorway to focus on more animated feature films in the near future.\n\nBottom line : Stream it. (Neither i had any expectations on this one nor I have watched film’s trailer. It took me to a enjoyable fun sea ride.)", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/9Zfv4Ap1e8eKOYnZPtYaWhLkk0d.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-31mgzl": { "metadata": { "director": "Taika Waititi", "cast": "Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Taika Waititi", "runtime": "1h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Fantasy", "Action", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Thor: Love and Thunder", "year": "2022", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2022-07-17", "body": "Thor : Love and Thunder is by far, weakest film from Thor franchise in Marvel Cinematic Universe.\n\nLame jokes with some good humour here and there & action episodes being not so impressive.\n\nTaika Waititi had great opportunity to make this film bigger than Ragnarok instead made a silly movie. And also, Guardians are not at all used in entire movie. \n\nChris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman & Christian Bale were show stealers. Few Cameo’s are okay.\n\nThor Film Standings : Thor : Ragnarok > Thor > Thor : The Dark World > Thor : Love and Thunder.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/pIkRyD18kl4FhoCNQuWxWu5cBLM.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-32vx5t": { "metadata": { "director": "Joe Russo", "cast": "Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Billy Bob Thornton, Jessica Henwick", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Gray Man", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2022-07-22", "body": "The Gray Man : Chris Evans, Ryan Gosling & Ana De Armas starrer is pure adrenaline rush from the beginning to the end.\n\nThe action is impeccable, stylish, mesmerising  & what not. Tons of blasts throughout.\n\n@Chris Evans as antagonist is the perfect choice we all been waiting to watch. Superb.\n\n@Ryan Gosling is great as Protagonist, delivers an amazing act.\n\n@Ana de Armas as an agent is more beautiful than deadly :p. \n\n@Dhanush’s cameo is cool, but wanted more of him. Maybe his character will be explored in the sequel if greenlit.\n\nRest of cast are good. \n\n@Russo Brother’s didn’t disappoint, at least to me. They put all the stuff what fans and movie lovers expect from a movie. Good story, screenplay, spectacular visuals, action etc,..\n\nOverall : kick-ass action entertainer with great performances. \n\nRating : 3.5/5.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/8cXbitsS6dWQ5gfMTZdorpAAzEH.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-330cgh": { "metadata": { "director": "Robert Eggers", "cast": "Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang, Ethan Hawke, Anya Taylor-Joy", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Northman", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-07-23", "body": "The Northman is Intriguing and spectacular.\n\nCaptivating screenplay with thumping and apt score in the background plus wonderful visuals/cinematography.\n\nPerformance’s by Alexander Skarsgard, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nicole Kidman and rest are brilliant.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/aSSJMnHknzKjlZ6zybwD7eyJ4Po.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-35yutf": { "metadata": { "director": "Joseph Kosinski", "cast": "Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Bashir Salahuddin, Jon Hamm", "runtime": "2h 11m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Top Gun: Maverick", "year": "2022", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2022-08-02", "body": "Finally, I’m too late but nevertheless got a chance to watch Top Gun : Maverick on big screen (Probably the largest screen (Ex-IMAX screen with now 4K projection) in Hyderabad city).\n\nTom Cruise never disappoints. His act is fantastic.\n\nAmazing screenplay and storytelling by the writer’s and producers. Film is full of fun, emotion and heart.\n\nAll the Cast were amazing and perfect.\n\nExcitingly looking forward to watch it again after home/digital release.\n\nUpdated review : I have seen it in IMAX the second time and i liked it even a lot than the first viewing.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/n0YuM4f5lvGAP6MAW2kBIzugXnc.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-38pp31": { "title": "Prey", "year": "2022", "rating": "4", "date": "2022-08-16", "body": "Easily the 2nd best film (#1 being ArnoldSchwarzenegger’s Predator) from the Predator’s franchise.\n\n@AmberMidthunder is brilliant 🙌🏻.\n\nAction is rock solid, so is @DannyTRS. Great direction👏🏻.\n\nSad part, it ended too soon🙁.\n\nStreaming now on Hulu", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Dan Trachtenberg", "cast": "Amber Midthunder, Dakota Beavers, Michelle Thrush, Stormee Kipp, Julian Black Antelope", "runtime": "1h 40m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Action", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Hulu", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/2FKjLRt7oK1bRRIrxgWmthbBdFh.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3gb5tz": { "title": "Bodies Bodies Bodies", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-09-26", "body": "Bodies bodies bodies :  it’s a written well film but has flaws.\n\nI enjoyed the movie on whole, the way they setup to the game and then character’s start getting murdered.\n\nThere was suspiciousness on a character throughout the film, but by the end, writers were clever enough to fool us.\n\nGo for it. It’s an entertaining slasher mystery film from A24.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Halina Reijn", "cast": "Amandla Stenberg, Maria Bakalova, Myha'la, Rachel Sennott, Chase Sui Wonders", "runtime": "1h 34m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Mystery", "Horror" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hSuTjDmqRdy7Dii8ymnF2WILTeP.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3ei3sx": { "metadata": { "director": "Sailesh Kolanu", "cast": "Adivi Sesh, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Komalee Prasad, Maganti Srinath, Rao Ramesh", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "HIT: The 2nd Case", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2023-01-05", "body": "A Decent thriller and great addition to the HIT universe in expansion.\n\nAdivi Sesh is undoubtedly an underrated lead actor and his run in delivering good film’s jus got started & ain’t ending any time soon.\n\nBack to the Film, Sesh as Super Cool Cop KD is characterised well.\n\nPlot is good, screenplay could’ve been little more better but that’s ok.\n\nThis has got the background score just like a thriller movie should have one.\n\nCast were good, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Komalee Prasad, Srinath, Rao Ramesh etc…\n\nSailesh Kolanu is levelling up with his writing/directing skills and his future projects from HIT universe is worth looking forward to.\n\nHope this gets bigger, bolder and better with each HIT parts.\n\nHIT 3 - With Arjun Sarkar (Nani)", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/tidXGOilCSa5sch1KGiEXrWeYCf.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3hoihd": { "metadata": { "director": "Bobby Kolli", "cast": "Chiranjeevi, Shruti Haasan, Ravi Teja, Catherine Tresa, Bobby Simha", "runtime": "2h 40m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Waltair Veerayya", "year": "2023", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2023-01-14", "body": "A Commercial Popcorn Entertainment.\n\nLet me first talk about positives & what worked.\n\n1. Vintage Chiranjeevi & his characterisation and mannerism.\n2. Mass Ravi Teja.\n3. Most of the fun part worked out.\n4. Ok Screenplay.\n\nWhat could’ve been better\n\nDirector Bobby succeeded in showcasing the vintage Chiranjeevi & Mass Ravi Teja but with not so great screenplay.\n\nThough there is enough fun in the film, screenplay at places disturbs the flow. Emotion’s In the 2nd half didn’t work out for me (not entirely, but most of it). Climax is silly and fights are over the top.\n\nShruti Hasan & other side casts are totally ignored and are limited to jus bare minimum scenes.\n\nDevi Sri Prasad’s BGM is so-so. Songs are not foot taping & the timing songs were placed is super bad. (Removing songs could actually make movie little better is what i feel).\n\nOverall if you wish to see vintage Chiranjeevi & Mass Ravi Teja Combo with less or Zero Expectations, you’ll enjoy it.\n\nI liked it, enjoyed most of the time spent watching the film. One Time Watch.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/g4mx225pbBH5i0KSjc3t1pO5hIy.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3kx8rh": { "metadata": { "director": "Rishab Shetty", "cast": "Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, Achyuth Kumar, Pramod Shetty", "runtime": "2h 27m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Kantara", "year": "2022", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2022-10-18", "body": "Kantara is Epic.\nA Masterpiece, that’s beautifully crafted by the craftsmanship.World of Kantara is an immersive experience to the audiences with raw, realistic performances.\n\nIt’s perfect blend of all genres. Comedy worked out very well throughout the film, apart from comedy there’s drama, action, jump scares at moments, romance, emotion etc.\n\nRishab Shetty, the craftsman not only delivered an award winning performance as an actor but also for best story/director as well.\n\nCinematography is excellent. Especially scene’s shot in the night theme are clear, crispier and thanks to colour grading and lighting technicians.\n\nCast were perfect in their given roles. None of them looked like they were acting. They lived the character’s. Very realistic performances.\n\nOnce again Kudos to Rishab Shetty and Team for delivering a BlockBuster film.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jIsKmkxMzdCZ0Ux1GVSnu8m6Na6.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3l0omh": { "title": "Werewolf by Night", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-10-18", "body": "A Film with different story with all new character(s) which is intentionally made to fit them into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in near Future.\n\nIt’s not bad but it’s not great either considering its a special presentation.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Michael Giacchino", "cast": "Gael García Bernal, Laura Donnelly, Harriet Sansom Harris, Kirk R. Thatcher, Eugenie Bondurant", "runtime": "55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Fantasy", "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mvIvNKRIJPPS7WSFarFhOAGIVnU.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3ldwzb": { "metadata": { "director": "Gerard Johnstone", "cast": "Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Amie Donald, Jenna Davis, Ronny Chieng", "runtime": "1h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "M3GAN", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-01-25", "body": "M3GAN (Model 3 Generative Android) is full on banger 💥. A fun thriller.\n\nHad great time watching this film.\n\nEngaging narrative/screenplay with good sound mix and visuals.\n\nThere’s not so much to talk about actors because it’s mostly M3GAN everywhere, so congratulations to the technical crew and visual effects team who designed and made M3GAN look real.\n\nHappy to know M3GAN 2.0 has been green lit by studio.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/d9nBoowhjiiYc4FBNtQkPY7c11H.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3lmqix": { "metadata": { "director": "Anirudh Iyer", "cast": "Ayushmann Khurrana, Jaideep Ahlawat, Gautam Joglekar, Harsh Chhaya, Neeraj Madhav", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "An Action Hero", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-01-27", "body": "Everything About An Action Hero - is Great.\n\nThe Dialogues, Plot, Character design, Screenplay, Music, Cinematography, Direction and Finally The Action Are Solid.\n\nAyushmann Khurrana & Jaideep Ahlawat Deliver Strong Performances and are Key to the Film’s Success/Attraction.\n\nThis Film is Written & Presented Very Neatly with Clear and Clean Aim of The Start -> The Setup -> The Confrontation -> The Action -> The End. (Toss up Few Logics Though)\n\nNo Adult or Unnecessary Stuff Showcased Except Usage of Strong Language\n\nMain Reason For this Film Tanking at The Box Office is Due to Poor Marketing or PR.\n\nNevertheless, Now it’s Streaming on Netflix, Hope it Reaches to the Wider Section of Audience.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/tI91k15dJpQbOMofKeKlYx3qDik.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3qkfg7": { "metadata": { "director": "Zach Cregger", "cast": "Georgina Campbell, Justin Long, Bill Skarsgård, Richard Brake, Matthew Patrick Davis", "runtime": "1h 43m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Barbarian", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-11-14", "body": "Felt it was good.\n\nI really liked the way they set up the story and tension in between, was cool & clean.\n\nBill Skarsgård & Georgina Campbell were great.\n\nBut i have couple of questions.\n\n1. If the woman killed Skarsgård’s Keith, Why she didn’t kill Justin Long’s AJ ?\n\n2. If she were to be treating AJ like her baby, why didn’t she treat Keith the same ? He haven’t even seen her.\n\nDidn’t make sense to me or i didn’t get it.\n\nAnyways, over all it was okay.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/idT5mnqPcJgSkvpDX7pJffBzdVH.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3qofhx": { "metadata": { "director": "Ryan Coogler", "cast": "Letitia Wright, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Winston Duke", "runtime": "2h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever", "year": "2022", "rating": "4", "date": "2022-11-13", "body": "Emotional Saga of a Fallen Hero in both the Worlds, The Reel & Real.\n\n#BlackPantherWakandaForever is a homage to the late actor #ChadwickBoseman by #RyanCoogler & Team.\n\n#ChadwickBoseman’s battling cancer privately, leading to his tragic death are directly mirrored into the movie.\n\nStory continues to expand but with the heavy heart.\n\n1st & 2nd act were filled with emotions, great action, humour, visuals but,\n\nI was disappointed with the 3rd act. Action felt clumsy & not so great.\n\nAngela Bassett, Letitia Wright, Danai Gurira , Winston Duke, Dominque Throne, Martin Freeman, Lupita etc.., all were outstanding.\n\nTenoch Huerta steals the show.\n\nMusic by Ludwig Göransson is great but few scenes could use energetic score.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sv1xJUazXeYqALzczSZ3O6nkH75.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3r7ljl": { "metadata": { "director": "Joel Crawford", "cast": "Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek Pinault, Harvey Guillén, Wagner Moura, Florence Pugh", "runtime": "1h 43m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Adventure", "Fantasy", "Comedy", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-02-14", "body": "Started off slow, but picks up pace and never stops.\n\nGreat audio and visual FX.\n\nScreenplay and direction are the best.\n\nMusic/Score is cool.\n\nLooking forward for what’s next adventure for Puss in Boots with the next instalment from the franchise (obviously if the make one).", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/kuf6dutpsT0vSVehic3EZIqkOBt.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3t12xh": { "metadata": { "director": "Jaume Collet-Serra", "cast": "Dwayne Johnson, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Quintessa Swindell", "runtime": "2h 5m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Black Adam", "year": "2022", "rating": "2", "date": "2022-11-26", "body": "BlackAdam Review:\n\nHierarchy of Power in DC Universe might be about to change, but not with this one 😐.\n\nDwayne Johnson aka TheRock really tried hard to make this happen, which he did, but not how it was meant to be.\n\nIt’s all loud action, less thrilling - more yearning.\n\nVisual effects are so cool at places but falls short at most of the film.\n\nScore isn’t thumping enough to elevate the anti-hero sequences.\n\nAnd Henry Cavil as Superman didn’t bring any hype… maybe cause Dwayne hinted abt this at all the interviews/press meets.\n\nHope they make crazy film up next.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/3zXceNTtyj5FLjwQXuPvLYK5YYL.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3tce8n": { "metadata": { "director": "Peyton Reed", "cast": "Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Jonathan Majors", "runtime": "2h 5m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania", "year": "2023", "rating": "2", "date": "2023-02-23", "body": "Marvel’s most boring outing.\n\nEven most powerful villain #Kang  is made to look dull & a joke.\n\nOnly 3-4 scene’s are visually well designed but rest of the film lacks emotion, thrill etc, with poorly written dialogues & screenplay.\n\n#PaulRudd & #JonathanMajors are only souls for the film but their own characters are written impoverished.\n\nNo Marvel Touch. It was more like Netflix’s Lost in Space Meets #Ant-man\n\nThat said, Now I’m not hyped for Kang Variants unless they build the hype in future films/series.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/qnqGbB22YJ7dSs4o6M7exTpNxPz.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3tcfuz": { "metadata": { "director": "Brandon Cronenberg", "cast": "Alexander Skarsgård, Mia Goth, Cleopatra Coleman, Jalil Lespert, Adam Boncz", "runtime": "1h 58m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Infinity Pool", "year": "2023", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-02-23", "body": "#InfinityPool is Neon’s thrilling wild spectacle 🔥\n\nCinematography is astonishing. The creativeness involved by the writer/director Brandon Cronenberg & crew are applauding 🙌🏻.\n\n#AlexanderSkarsgård & #MiaGoth standout high with brilliant performances.👏🏻", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cQKyNm0Nz6KWiDBQF9w4aZAmOfC.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3tilpl": { "metadata": { "director": "Benjamin Caron", "cast": "Julianne Moore, Sebastian Stan, Justice Smith, Briana Middleton, John Lithgow", "runtime": "1h 55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Sharper", "year": "2023", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-02-22", "body": "Captivating Thriller that Stagger the Viewer’s.\n\nAmazing performances from Julianne Moore, Sebastian Stan, Justin Smith & Brianne.\n\nGreat writing by Brian & Tanaka and direction by Benjamin Caron.\n\nStarts off slow, take it’s own time for the plot’s setup and then you’ll know what’s happening,  giving you where’s the story headed kinda thoughts creating interesting environment with the same flow in narrative.\n\nI had no expectations or what so ever on this n film before and this film managed to amaze me with twists and turns.\n\nIf you’re in search of a good  thriller, stick to the film for few minutes, you’ll end up watching a good one.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/tq8x5F17q95T1j0up5rpzXFAylN.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3ufhur": { "metadata": { "director": "R. Balki", "cast": "Dulquer Salmaan, Sunny Deol, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Pooja Bhatt, Saranya Ponvannan", "runtime": "2h 10m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Chup", "year": "2022", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2022-12-03", "body": "Excellent Premise but Unsatisfactory Screenplay by R. Balki.\n\nFilm starts off great.\n\n1st Half is so captivating & arresting with it’s fast paced screenplay on cruel murders, investigation and a love track in parallel.\n\nBut here comes major bump in the film. Revealing the Killer part (everyone who watched must’ve predicted by then)\n\n2nd Half slowdowns & take it’s own time to end up things with not so intriguing screenplay, which is film’s let down area.\n\nDulquer Salmaan and Sunny Deol steal the show Shreya Dhanwanthary’s cool.\n\nCinematography & Music are ok.\n\nOverall this is partially great thriller.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/n3tJMHzqCa3R1CA9lW4n6obJvxJ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3ujlrd": { "metadata": { "director": "Shashanka Ghosh", "cast": "Kartik Aaryan, Alaya F, Karan A. Pandit, Sajjad Delafrooz, Jeniffer Piccinato", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Freddy", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2022-12-02", "body": "Kartik Aaryan transcend with his brand new avatar and stellar performance.\n\nRight from the beginning to end, transformation of good innocent dentist to killer dentist is very well scripted. (Obviously excuse the loopholes)\n\nAlaya.F too performed really great, but her character couldn’t match to level or outshine Kartik’s Freddy though (Not her fault).\n\nFilm is a Slow Burner, i had no issues as I like films that has great detailing with slow shots mixed with captivating background score, pickup at the right pace and slow down when it needs to.\n\nGreat Direction by Shashanka Ghosh.\n\nCinematography is rich. (Surprised Hotstar streamed movie in HDR with Dolby Atmos)\n\nMy only debate would be the Ending/Climax. Left Abruptly. Does it mean Freddy 2 ? If Yes, I would like to see Freddy Ginwala again… and if not , it’s jus not so good ending.\n\nOverall, It’s Kartik Aaryan’s BlockBuster.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/av8OONk9vmm0OmGWNYzZpAbOJP3.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3vv08j": { "metadata": { "director": "David Leitch", "cast": "Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji", "runtime": "2h 6m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Bullet Train", "year": "2022", "rating": "4", "date": "2022-12-07", "body": "Underrated Film of the Year.\n\nI donno why I’m saying that, but deserved better audience’s attention.\n\nIt’s very cool. The story, the connections between the characters, the twists, surprising cameo’s.. all were handled too well and the action, oh my god, it’s so great.\n\nPerfect Popcorn Entertainment i would say.\n\nCast & crew did a Solid Work there 🫡. Little bit low’s/lag here n there but are forgettable.\n\nWatch it if you haven’t.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/j8szC8OgrejDQjjMKSVXyaAjw3V.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3wphpr": { "metadata": { "director": "Anubhuti Kashyap", "cast": "Ayushmann Khurrana, Rakul Preet Singh, Shefali Shah, Sheeba Chaddha, Abhay Chintamani Mishr", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Doctor G", "year": "2022", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2022-12-12", "body": "#AnActionHero (Chalo Uska Naya Film Ka\nPromotion Bhi Hogaya) famously known for bringing unique & bold scripts to the big screens, which has no heroic elevations (sorry if I'm wrong, i haven't seen few), though all of his had Hero at the spotlight, the film on whole including Hero, is driven by the story.\n\nDoctor G is one such Film.\n\nAyushmann & Shefali Shah are MVP's.\n\nSheeba Chaddha is great, a silent show stealer.\n\nRakul Preet justified her role, good supporting female lead.\n\nMusic/Score is convenient.\n\nAppreciably directed by Anubhuti Kashyap and also to the script/screenplay by her along with Sumit, Saurabh & Vishal.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ojQbYD4pHKBrnxrG0FBdqGCHhlq.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3xpkff": { "metadata": { "director": "James Cameron", "cast": "Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet", "runtime": "3h 12m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Avatar: The Way of Water", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-12-16", "body": "James Cameron has outperformed in terms of vision & motion picture.\n\nHe played with the High Frame Rate like a toy.\n\nSaw it in IMAX with Laser, so quality was extraordinary. Crystal Clear & Sharp image with thunderous Audio (Assuming it was 4K 48FPS 3D)\n\nWith HFR throughout the film, it was surreal experience watching the World of Pandora again.\n\nComing to the story, it’s a straightforward, old-school routine family drama. So don’t expect anything (surprises, twists etc,) in terms of story.\n\nMost of the movie is focused on Jake & Nyetri’s kids & the colonel. Whale (Tulkun) , steals the show in the 2nd part of the film.\n\nAt moments it may feel slower and given 3HR runtime may not go well with all the audiences.\n\nThere’s no wow standard effects to the 3D, one can easily prefer 2D as well but make sure you watch it on a giant screen with HFR (4K 48FPS or 2K 48FPS).\n\nHighly Recommend an IMAX viewing.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/t6HIqrRAclMCA60NsSmeqe9RmNV.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3yuvw1": { "metadata": { "director": "Shashank Khaitan", "cast": "Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani, Bhumi Pednekar, Trupti Khamkar, Dayanand Shetty", "runtime": "2h 11m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Govinda Naam Mera", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2022-12-20", "body": "It’s Surprisingly A Good Comedy-Thriller.\n\nWatched it with No Expectations, Empty Mind & This film took me by surprise.\n\nPassable Comedy Thriller with Lots of Twists & turns after smooth (Minute Lags) 1st hour. (Of course, there are loop holes but ignorable)\n\nVicky Kaushal is a show stealer. Kiara Advani is good as supporting female lead (Bhumi Pednekar comes next due to her limited screen presence & not so effective characterisation)\n\nAll cast & crew are satisfactory with their role’s and how they fit into the story.\n\nFew minutes could’ve been trimmed to make it even crispier.\n\nMusic, Cinematography are fine.\n\nShashank Khaitan is has done great job with directing & writing the film.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/c93pb87QTyMIdzV6ufUZSQfVMFi.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3z9dmb": { "metadata": { "director": "Sai Kiran", "cast": "Sangeetha Krish, Bandhavi Sridhar, Thiruveer Reddy, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Satyam Rajesh", "runtime": "2h 40m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Aha" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Masooda", "year": "2022", "rating": "4", "date": "2022-12-23", "body": "The Best & True Horror Film that i have seen in Years.\n\nThere are no horror films or series that are being made and one’s that are made, haven’t justified or keep up to the genre.\n\nI could vaguely remember but the last film i saw with good horror stuff was Conjuring 2.\n\nMasooda is now in the list of great horror film’s.\n\nFilm starts with a good horror episode (Kinda Quick Recap) & slows down (Not Boring Though) to establish the story in Present Day.\n\nOnce it’s established, there’s no slowing down. Given 2hr 40min runtime, My Opinion: at times may feel long or dragged but, 93-95% of the film keeps you captivated.\n\nAll the cast has outperformed their roles (Especially, Thiruveer - lead hero), giving realistic & raw performances.\n\nCinematography is great.\n\nMusic/Score is awesome and is heart of the cinema but i felt, Sound Mixing could’ve been better at few scenes where, Score is dominating the dialogue, just that.\n\nKudos to the writer/director - Sai Kiran and whole crew for delivering successful true horror film.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/8tteFyJbPxvVr57K1CjGhKbqEjY.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-3zqqfn": { "title": "Glass Onion", "year": "2022", "rating": "4", "date": "2022-12-24", "body": "Kinves Out : Glass Onion is brilliant Whodunit with clever writing, screenplay which is bigger & better than the Predecessor from Rian Johnson.\n\nDaniel Craig delivers a knock out performance.\n\nAll the cast were great expect few of them (Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline) haven’t had much scope in the film.\n\nThank Netflix for picking it up and also looking forward for many more Knives Out Mystery’s.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Rian Johnson", "cast": "Daniel Craig, Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr.", "runtime": "2h 20m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Crime", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vDGr1YdrlfbU9wxTOdpf3zChmv9.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-40pehh": { "metadata": { "director": "Matt Ruskin", "cast": "Keira Knightley, Carrie Coon, Chris Cooper, Alessandro Nivola, Rory Cochrane", "runtime": "1h 53m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Hulu", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Boston Strangler", "year": "2023", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-03-20", "body": "Captivating suspense thriller where 2 fierce women journalists take the centre stage to uncover the homicide behind the series of murders.\n\nScreenplay/writing is solid.\n\nKeira Knightley, Carrie Coon & the cast put up an amazing performance.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oZJfw78ZyPmgNJ0YJ8070nKEF4Y.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-47bjux": { "metadata": { "director": "Michael Jelenic", "cast": "Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key", "runtime": "1h 33m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Family", "Comedy", "Adventure", "Fantasy", "Animation" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Super Mario Bros. Movie", "year": "2023", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2023-04-15", "body": "A classic video game adaptation that bought back childhood memories.\n\nGreat Animation & Production from Universal Pictures, illumination & Nintendo America.\n\nFilm was fun filled & had great action.\n\nThe in-game music adaptation.... wow.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ivujxsfjTxkhaxVKq2ZSTcQl5DY.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-49o6n9": { "title": "Ghosted", "year": "2023", "rating": "2", "date": "2023-04-23", "body": "#ChrisEvans Charisma & #AnaDeArmas Elegance, could not help save this action thriller, most if not entirely.\n\nIt has got cool cameo’s by many big stars but only stick around for seconds to minute or two which is lame.\n\nHumour/fun works in parts.\n\nAction is ok, not that great.", "verdict": "Boring..", "metadata": { "director": "Dexter Fletcher", "cast": "Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Adrien Brody, Mike Moh, Amy Sedaris", "runtime": "1h 57m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/liLN69YgoovHVgmlHJ876PKi5Yi.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-4jimmt": { "metadata": { "director": "Kemp Powers", "cast": "Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Vélez, Jake Johnson", "runtime": "2h 20m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Action", "Adventure", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse", "year": "2023", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2023-06-01", "body": "AcrossTheSpiderVerse is greatest ‘animatic’ masterpiece of all time.\n\nThe plot, narrative, music, action, attention to details are so goddamn crazy.\n\nHat’s off to people behind the animation….\nY’all have pulled tremendous achievement in making.\n\nThere are few surprises, great twist(s). No mid/post credits.\n\nCan’t wait for the next, Spider-Man:Beyond The Spider-Verse.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/8Vt6mWEReuy4Of61Lnj5Xj704m8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7hxzdj": { "metadata": { "director": "Jeremy Saulnier", "cast": "Aaron Pierre, Don Johnson, AnnaSophia Robb, Emory Cohen, David Denman", "runtime": "2h 11m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Action", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Rebel Ridge", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-09-09", "body": "REBEL RIDGE is an adrenaline-pumping thriller from start to finish, with only few minor pacing hiccups that are easy to overlook.\n\nAaron Pierre is phenomenal as Terry Richmond, perfectly embodying the character in a way that I feel anyone else could have bought the same intensity and depth to the character, making the movie as gripping as it is.\n\nI'm impressed by how director Jeremy Saulnier built an entire film around civil asset forfeiture and kept the tension high and the narrative compelling for a full two hours.\n\nAnna Sophia Robb delivers good performance in her supporting role, adding depth to the story.\n\nI rate this film a 3.5/5. This movie is currently streaming on #Netflix.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/xEt2GSz9z5rSVpIHMiGdtf0czyf.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7kc4gr": { "metadata": { "director": "Rupert Sanders", "cast": "Bill Skarsgård, FKA twigs, Danny Huston, Josette Simon, Laura Birn", "runtime": "1h 51m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Fantasy", "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Lionsgate Play" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Crow", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-09-14", "body": "The Crow 🐦‍⬛ is an unconvincing reboot that excels technically with the visuals, sound mix but falls short in substance. While the action is packed with gore, it only manages to be 'okay' at the best.\n\nWhile I wasn't huge fan of The Crow (1994) due to its straight forward and slow narrative, I found the lead pair's love story convincing enough to connect with the audience. Unfortunately, this reboot fails entirely in that aspect, lacking emotional depth that made the original's core relationship memorable.\n\nThere is no denying Bill Skarsgård's talent. He delivers a fantastic performance. FKA Twigs, on the other hand, is just okay.\n\nIf you're in it for the visuals, The Crow reboot delivers. However, if you're a fan of the original or have a good attachment to it, you will be disappointed by the plot changes. For rest of the audience, it's probably a pass unless you're particularly curios.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/g8TbOXrNMuqq7AaKqdvqS2oG4ob.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7m1xrl": { "title": "Cuckoo", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-09-18", "body": "The film 'Cuckoo' is weirdly fun, with an intriguing and experimental plot that delivers suspense, thrills, and occasional chills.\n\nThe film showcases standout performances by Hunter Schaffer and Dan Stevens, making their roles a highlight.\n\nI'm unsure how director Tilman Singer came up with such a unique idea, but he has directed it exceptionally well. The sound design is brilliant, with a perfect score and immersive sounds that draw you into the film.\n\nMany people might find the plot confusing at first, wondering what's happening or what the characters are doing. However, it's a straightforward narrative that becomes clearer as the film progresses toward the climax.\n\nSaying that, #Cuckoo might not be everyone’s cup of tea, and it's not something you’d watch repeatedly. However, if you approach it with the right mindset, the experience of the first viewing provides decent amount of suspense and thrills, making it a good choice for a suspenseful movie night with popcorn.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Tilman Singer", "cast": "Hunter Schafer, Jan Bluthardt, Marton Csokas, Dan Stevens, Jessica Henwick", "runtime": "1h 43m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4bGP5cnSZbfBJfIidZNSEIKnav7.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7nd65v": { "title": "His Three Daughters", "year": "2023", "rating": "5", "date": "2024-09-21", "body": "His Three Daughters is a great heartfelt drama by director #AzazelJacobs, that’s both emotional and moving, with just the right touch of humour sprinkled throughout.\n\nI'm struck by how this movie is narrated. It explores a subject so close to reality—different mindsets within a family—who are destined to be connected despite their differences, amidst the tragedy that unfolds in this film.\n\n#ElizabethOslen, #CarrieCoon and #Natashalyonne absolutely nailed their performances as sisters. I can’t overlook the powerful monologues delivered by each of them—especially Carrie Coon's—which are simply amazing or how they interact or yell at each other. They truly deserve applause for pulling us into the film with their authentic portrayals of characters who, despite their differing mindsets, share an unbreakable bond. This dynamic is beautifully showcased by the end of the film.\n\nThe film features a good cinematography and a realistic sound design that perfectly syncs with its themes and environment.\n\nOverall, I feel this film caters to a smaller segment of audiences due to its genre or narrative, but it’s definitely worth a watch for those looking to experience something meaningful.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Azazel Jacobs", "cast": "Carrie Coon, Natasha Lyonne, Elizabeth Olsen, Jay O. Sanders, Jovan Adepo", "runtime": "1h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yTIHBPLQyzhgz1c2spak3btJxsg.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7a9ouj": { "metadata": { "director": "Chris Sanders", "cast": "Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, Bill Nighy, Stephanie Hsu", "runtime": "1h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Family", "Animation", "Science Fiction", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Wild Robot", "year": "2024", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2024-10-18", "body": "The Wild Robot is a beautifully crafted animated film, directed by #ChrisSanders, offering a delightful experience with its big heart and captivating visuals.The concept of a lost robot gradually improvising its programming and adapting to life in the forest, alongside animals, is deeply thoughtful. The storytelling is heartwarming, with intense sequences that keep you on the edge of your seat. Sprinkled with humor and sarcasm, the film immerses you fully into its unique world.The music by #KrisBowers is outstanding, perfectly complementing the film’s emotional depth and enhancing the overall atmosphere.\nThough this film is already available on VOD, if you get the chance to see it in theaters, don’t miss the opportunity! Watching it in 3D or 4DX 3D elevates the experience, making it truly grateful.#TheWildRobot #TheWildRobotMovie #PedroPascal #KitConner #LupitaNyongo", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/wTnV3PCVW5O92JMrFvvrRcV39RU.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7arpfz": { "metadata": { "director": "T. J. Gnanavel", "cast": "Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier", "runtime": "2h 41m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Vettaiyan", "year": "2024", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2024-10-20", "body": "Vettaiyan: The Hunter starts off as an engaging drama, with a strong first half that holds your attention. However, the second half feels drawn out and predictable, dragging the momentum down, ultimately making it an average film best suited for a one-time watch.\n\nThe film has several loopholes and illogical sequences, but they work within the realm of commercial cinema. It also delivers a decent underlying message on issues like the legal system, encounters, and the flaws in the education system.\n\nOf course, Superstar Rajinikanth’s fans will be highly satisfied, as it’s largely a one-man show with his charismatic presence. Amitabh Bachchan and Fahadh Faasil deliver strong supporting performances, while Ritika Singh and Manju Warrier make a little impact despite their limited screen time.\n\nRana’s appears in the second half, and as always, he’s brilliant at portraying grey or villainous characters. His performance in this movie is no exception.\n\nAs for music sensation Anirudh, while the background score isn’t extraordinary, it’s solid and matches the tone of the film well. The “Hunter Vantaar” bit is used effectively at key moments for elevation, and it works when needed.\n\nThe film definitely needed stronger writing in the second half, but it is what it is.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/1q0dAC3OJZVKQcV2dG5sGvdUGqN.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7dht3t": { "metadata": { "director": "Kelly Marcel", "cast": "Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Stephen Graham", "runtime": "1h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Action", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Venom: The Last Dance", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-10-24", "body": "Venom: The Last Dance, the final installment of the #Venom trilogy, is an unsatisfying conclusion to the franchise. With a thin plot stretched out in an attempt to justify its role as a concluding chapter, the film falls short of delivering a convincing or memorable finale.\n\nThe bromance & bond between #TomHardy’s Eddie and Venom remains as casual and humorous as before, but this time, the charm doesn’t quite fully land but is ok.\n\nIt would’ve been great if Knull had played a bigger role in the film, rather than being reduced to a brief 2-minute cameo just for story setup. His potential was largely wasted in this, Hopefully, he’ll be given a more substantial presence in his next appearance, if there is one.\n\nThe film is light on action sequences, with most of the action packed into the third act. However, even those scenes feel messy due to the symbiotic effects. That said, there are a few cool moments scattered throughout.\n\nThe 3D conversion is well-executed, depending on the theater you choose, but the film doesn’t rely heavily on 3D effects. It doesn’t necessarily need to be seen in 3D (but watch it in an #IMAX for expanded ratio), regular 2D works just as well.\n\nYou’ll want to go into this film with low to no expectations for an okay experience. If you try to take it seriously, when the film itself doesn’t, it’s bound to leave you disappointed.\n\nOh, and yes, there are two credit scenes, one mid-credits and one at the very end. You can leave after the mid-credits scene, though, as the end-credits scene is pretty underwhelming.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vGXptEdgZIhPg3cGlc7e8sNPC2e.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7fyhdh": { "metadata": { "director": "Todd Phillips", "cast": "Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Zazie Beetz", "runtime": "2h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Joker: Folie à Deux", "year": "2024", "rating": "1", "date": "2024-10-29", "body": "Joker 2 is a visually stunning, absurd musical court-room drama, yet the lackluster writing overshadows even the performances from Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga.\n\nJoker 2 follows Arthur Fleck’s trial, where he faces judgment over the crimes committed in the previous film. The story dives into whether he is guilty or misunderstood, blending psychological tension with musical elements that don’t work at all to me and felt totally unnecessary.\n\nThe climax feels so redundant that it makes you wonder if this movie needed to exist at all. Skipping Joker 2 could have saved the budget for a project but, as usual, it’s just WB being WB with their comic book movies—pouring resources into projects that don’t add much value.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/if8QiqCI7WAGImKcJCfzp6VTyKA.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7ijvx9": { "metadata": { "director": "Venky Atluri", "cast": "Dulquer Salmaan, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Tinnu Anand, Sai Kumar, Ramki", "runtime": "2h 31m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Crime", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Lucky Baskhar", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-11-03", "body": "#LuckyBhaskar is a sleek, engaging drama with humor, thrills and bit of emotion set against the backdrop of Scam 1992, drawing you in every minute of its runtime. Dulquer Salmaan’s charm and the spot-on storytelling make it an entertaining watch ! \n\nI loved the storytelling, especially with Dulquer’s fourth-wall breaks sprinkled throughout. The dialogues are simple yet but pack a punch, hitting hard with their grounded realism. Full credit to writer/director #VenkyAtluri for crafting such an engaging experience!\n\n#Meenakshi as Sumathi, shines in a wifey role, her performance is spot-on! Congratulations to the entire cast for good performances.\n\nAmazing background score by #gvprakash elevates each scene.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cIIpmSjrVkzquAlmydiD40JENmv.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7npgl7": { "metadata": { "director": "Francis Ford Coppola", "cast": "Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf", "runtime": "2h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Drama", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Rent / Buy" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Megalopolis", "year": "2024", "rating": "0.5", "date": "2024-11-13", "body": "Megalopolis is a spectacular visual feat (aside from a few scenes where you could notice shot with green/blue screens) , but it’s completely nonsensical—I couldn’t make sense of it at all.\n\nCatalina (Adam Driver), a design architect aiming to create a utopian space with his invention Megalon (a magical semi-metal thing) is opposed by the mayor and his cousin, Clodio. The mayor’s daughter, however, supports Catalina’s vision and they both fall in love eventually. Meanwhile, journalist Wow Platinum (Aubrey Plaza), obsessed with Caesar, has her eyes on his uncle’s property, then plotting to take his (uncle’s) fortune by teaming up with Clodio.\n\nThe plot may sound simple, but the movie doesn’t make it look that way😅\n\nFrancis, while I must admit and applaud his vision, this movie is an absolute disaster.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cMUL3GmpYtILl67xmqG4bQMQpNK.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7ntakt": { "metadata": { "director": "Aditya Nimbalkar", "cast": "Vikrant Massey, Deepak Dobriyal, Akash Khurana, Darshan Jariwala, Baharul Islam", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Sector 36", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-09-22", "body": "Sector 36 is an engaging serial killer and crime investigation thriller by #AdityaNimbalkar, featuring brilliant performances from the lead actors. However, at times, it tends to lose its way in the narrative.\n\nVikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyaal are the standout stars who make this thriller compelling with their brilliant performances.\n\nThe film dives straight into the plot from the very beginning, establishing a solid setup to kick things off. However, a speed bump appears once the investigation begins, and the movie’s pace gradually slows down. There are scattered scenes that don’t make immediate sense, though they eventually connect to the bigger picture. This could be confusing for viewers who aren’t paying close attention.\n\nOverall, #Sector36 is a decent weekend watch – it’s bold, raw, and leaves you thinking, especially during its meaningful conversations.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/pbVcZmmcfqk35Q9hNxRoR7JPiVp.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7ntbvv": { "title": "Afraid", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-09-22", "body": "#Afraid is a surprisingly goodish thriller, boasting a well-crafted AI driven plot with nice performances from the cast, making it an unexpectedly entertaining watch.\n\nThe movie leans more towards fun than pure suspense, thanks to its AI - AIA, which keeps us entertained as it terrorizes the family.\n\nWith a brisk runtime of under 90 minutes, “Afraid” keeps the momentum going with something always happening, making it a decent option to check out when you’re looking to kill some time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Chris Weitz", "cast": "John Cho, Katherine Waterston, Keith Carradine, Havana Rose Liu, Lukita Maxwell", "runtime": "1h 24m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/gUREuXCnJLVHsvKXDH9fgIcfM6e.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7o9wf5": { "metadata": { "director": "Sandeep Reddy Bandla", "cast": "Suhas, Sangeerthana Vipin, Vennela Kishore, Goparaju Ramana, Vijaya Lakshmi", "runtime": "2h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Aha" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Janaka Aithe Ganaka", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-11-14", "body": "#Suhas’s #JanakaAitheGanaka is a silly court room drama that aims to woo the viewers but ultimately fails. The movie suffers from slow, and stretched-out screenplay, with only a handful of good points & comedy moments worth while movie glancing.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/aAMn1DhI9lRlKNoLrLMTh3kU6iB.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7poflj": { "metadata": { "director": "Koratala Siva", "cast": "N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Saif Ali Khan, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Kalaiyarasan", "runtime": "2h 55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Devara: Part 1", "year": "2024", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2024-09-27", "body": "#Devara struggles to rise above a subpar action-revenge narrative, hampered by an outdated plot and unimpressive action sequences that heavily bank on a one-man show and even #JrNTR's commendable performance can't fully salvage it. The true highlight is #anirudhravichander’s score, injecting a much-needed energy into an otherwise substandard film.\n\nAlthough #Devara trends with familiar path with its routine plot, there was a potential for an engaging presentation. The movie attempts to elevate itself, yet fails to maintain the momentum. The excitement sparked by NTR's powerful title card quickly fizzles out by the intermission and gets dragged down further by an indecisive climax that struggles to find its footing and hints at sequel rather than delivering satisfying conclusion.\n\n#SaifAliKhan fits the villain role well. #JanhviKapoor, who appears in second half of the film for about 20-30 mins is just ok. Unfortunately, the supporting characters are underutilized, with #ShineTomChacko's potential being totally wasted.\n\nWatching it in 4k revealed a mix of visuals - some shots felt disappointingly low-grade, while some are impressive. The aspect ratio shifts from 2.35 to 1.89 during the action sequences and songs are real treat for #IMAX or #PLF viewers, delivering that larger than life experience. However regular audiences will miss out this visuals.\n\nTo me, The second half feels slightly better than the first, thanks to the film's tonal shift. Not sure if it had the potential to be more impactful if the narrative had been presented in a non-linear fashion (Just a thought).\n\nOverall, Fans will relish their star back in action with a solo outing after six years, as he lights up the screen. For those who enjoy routine films, this might be a decent watch. However, for others, it lands as below average to flop experience", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/lQfuaXjANoTsdx5iS0gCXlK9D2L.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7qbwrh": { "metadata": { "director": "Dinjith Ayyathan", "cast": "Asif Ali, Aparna Balamurali, Vijayaraghavan, Vyshnavi Raj, Ashokan", "runtime": "2h 5m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Mystery", "Drama", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Sony LIV" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Kishkindha Kaandam", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-11-19", "body": "Kishkindha Kaandam is a suspense/mystery drama by the director #DinjithAyyathan with a simple straightforward premise that unfolds in an engaging and well executed manner.\n\nWhile the pacing is deliberately slow and might test patience of some viewers, it never crosses into dull territory (at least for me). The movie steadily progresses and holds attention right through the end, making for a satisfying watch.\n\nAsif Ali, Aparna Balamurali and Vijayaraghavan deliver brilliant performances, truly elevating this film.\n\nThe Cinematography, production design and background score each contribute in their own aspects.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rniBYHDRs6e8qMkPr4D4ZE5uMhF.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7rfknp": { "metadata": { "director": "Dr Suri", "cast": "Sriimurali, Rukmini Vasanth, Prakash Raj, Rangayana Raghu, Achyuth Kumar", "runtime": "2h 38m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Bagheera", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-11-21", "body": "Bagheera is a predictable cop-turns-superhero action drama that leans heavily on routine commercial elements and over the top action. While certain moments work, most of the film feels rehash of familiar tropes, offering little in terms of novelty.\n\n#Sriimurali as Vasanth/#Bagheera stands out and carries the film. #Rukminivasanth is just okay, hindered by limited screen time and a role that doesn’t offer much scope to perform.\n\nThe director #DrSuri had ample scope to craft more interesting given the plot, but, unfortunately, it feels like a wasted opportunity. Hopefully if sequel is made, i t’ll address this shortcomings and deliver stronger narrative.\n\n#AjaneeshLoknath background score fails to make an impact, often feeling out of sync with the scenes. Except for the title track & its score infused sequences, the soundtrack falls flat.\n\nCinematography is good and production of @hombalefilms uphold their trademark for delivering quality films, and bagheera is no exception. However, VFX is subpar compared to overall production standards.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oW3iHFiXpfRXXQJiSXScNFEBf7h.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7szhq1": { "metadata": { "director": "John Crowley", "cast": "Andrew Garfield, Florence Pugh, Grace Delaney, Lee Braithwaite, Aoife Hinds", "runtime": "1h 48m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Lionsgate Play" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "We Live in Time", "year": "2024", "rating": "4", "date": "2024-11-24", "body": "“We live in time” is a beautiful romance drama that showcases Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh delivering fantastic performances. Their chemistry breathes into a moving narrative that captivates with its emotional depth and storytelling finesse.\n\nIf you’re a fan of slow-burning, moving, and heartwarming films, this film is tailer-made for you. For others, it’s worth giving a try — watch if it intrigues you.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oeDNBgnlGF6rnyX1P1K8Vl2f3lW.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7uykvn": { "metadata": { "director": "Vikramaditya Motwane", "cast": "Ananya Panday, Vihaan Samat, Aparshakti Khurana, Devika Vatsa, Kamakshi Bhat", "runtime": "1h 39m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "CTRL", "year": "2024", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2024-10-08", "body": "CTRL starts with an intriguing premise, but is ultimately let down by weak writing, leaving with the sense that it could have been a much stronger film, especially given its promising plot.\n\nI love when #ananyapanday takes on roles like those in #Gehraiyaan and the recent hit #KhoGayeHumKahan—they suit her perfectly. This film has the same vibe, and she fits right in, delivering another spot-on performance as social media influencer.\n\nThis film deserves appreciation for the work of its editors, as well as those who developed the concepts that translate ideas into vibrant, visually attractive scenes on screen.\n\nIf you’re okay with love failure drama that incorporate social media and revolve around AI as a core concept, you might find this a decent or okay ish watch. It doesn’t take itself too seriously (you shouldn’t too), even though it aspires to...", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/eCaaJkJqRA6unsVe5hvtgJq301H.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7xk0yp": { "metadata": { "director": "Logan George", "cast": "Dylan O'Brien, Eliza Scanlen, Caroline Falk, Lauren Ambrose, Sam Hennings", "runtime": "1h 43m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Mystery", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Caddo Lake", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-10-13", "body": "Wow! I can’t stop thinking about what I just saw. #CaddoLake starts off neat and clean, setting up its premise in a way that feels just okay—then suddenly shifts into #TENET mode, with a full of mind-bending complexity ! \n\nHowever, I have to say the pacing of the film, or the way the story was narrated, might not entirely be an audience-grabber.\n\nDylan O’Brien and Eliza Scanlen delivered decent performances, and visually, the film is beautiful.\n\nOverall, if you’re willing to sit through and immerse yourself in the unfolding story, Caddo Lake is worth checking out. Plus, with M. Night Shyamalan as a producer, you know you’re in for something unique and different.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/pU9qZNiiL9zYdoUjW4IIkyrG1T8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7xrofj": { "metadata": { "director": "Coralie Fargeat", "cast": "Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Edward Hamilton-Clark, Gore Abrams", "runtime": "2h 21m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "MUBI" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Substance", "year": "2024", "rating": "4", "date": "2024-10-14", "body": "The Substance is an intoxicating ride—it’s a glorification, a seduction, an addiction, leading to an inevitable implosion. It wraps you in its trippy vibe and doesn’t let go. It’s a sensory overload, and honestly, it’s hard to pin down all the feelings it stirs. What a wild experience!\n\nDemi Moore and Margaret Qualley absolutely slay in their roles, portraying two versions of the same character. Both deliver captivating performances, and their presence is magnetic—between their looks and acting, it’s impossible to take your eyes off them.\n\nCoralie Fargeat has truly outdone herself, delivering masterful direction and an amazing screenplay that keeps you hooked. Raffertie’s trippy music and sound design perfectly complement the stunning visuals crafted by Benjamin, creating an immersive experience that hits on every level.\n\nIf you can adjust to the pacing after the first hour or so—and overlook the slightly extended climax that could’ve wrapped up sooner—you’ll have experienced one of the most unique thrillers in recent times.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uYJvxMWMb9W4zIY3cbM50sj3dpC.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7zonw5": { "metadata": { "director": "Timo Tjahjanto", "cast": "Aurora Ribero, Hana Malasan, Andri Mashadi, Adipati Dolken, Kristo Immanuel", "runtime": "2h 25m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Shadow Strays", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-10-17", "body": "The Shadow Strays packs a punch with its action, but the excitement is dulled by a plot that's weighed down by melodrama.I was excited for this film from the moment I saw the poster, teaser, and trailer, expecting a solid plot paired with intense action. While the action lived up to the hype, the plot felt so routine that it didn’t even take itself seriously.The film could’ve easily been trimmed down, but #TimoTjahjanto’s direction was so focused on intricate details and unnecessary connections, only to ultimately zero in on the ‘Shadows Organization’ by the end. These complexities end up feeling wasted.If you don’t mind a routine plot and are in it for the gory action, this might be your kind of film.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/7UYeDUzFIscGVr0mo7isvnrVYvO.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7jvyof": { "title": "Strange Darling", "year": "2023", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-11-06", "body": "StrangeDarling is an intriguingly offbeat suspense thriller that lives up to its name in all the right ways. #WillaFitzgerald delivers an impeccable performance that truly elevates the film, though the pacing might test some patience.\n\nThe film’s transitions between chapters add a cool, disorienting touch to its non-linear storytelling. It keeps the suspense alive by making us wonder who the true antagonist is for a while, with surprising narrative turns that defy expectations.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "JT Mollner", "cast": "Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Madisen Beaty, Bianca A. Santos, Steven Michael Quezada", "runtime": "1h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/kWNCRgt3ocv19bYO0sk7TRuZuFY.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7uji9b": { "title": "Trap", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-11-27", "body": "I happened to catch M Night Shyamalan’s psychological thriller #Trap, and I must admit, it left me with mixed feelings. It’s not a bad movie, but it doesn’t quite hit the mark of being a good one either.\n\nWhile it had unique vibe, it also gave an impression of stretching a thin plot too far. The ideas presented weren’t necessarily mind blowing, which added to the sense of missed potential.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "M. Night Shyamalan", "cast": "Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Night Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, Jonathan Langdon", "runtime": "1h 45m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Horror", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jwoaKYVqPgYemFpaANL941EF94R.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-7yuzwd": { "title": "Pushpa 2 - The Rule", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-12-05", "body": "While marketed as a grandeur sequel, #Pushpa2  leans more towards being a decent action drama than an epic. The films opens with an over powered action sequence, featuring a couple of whistle worthy moments, but transition abruptly into the present without much explanation, made me think if the opening scene made any sense ? \n\nThe 1st half flows with comedy, decent drama and feels mediocre, evoking an “okay” response. However, the 2nd half shifts gears with high-octane scenes & #AlluArjun’s power packed performance, elevating the film to new heights. That said, pacing issues persist, even in this stronger half.\n\n#RashmikaMandanna as #Srivalli is great, boosts the narrative when required with her limited role.\n\nOn the technical front, dialogue clarity was an issue. Whether due to theater audio or the last-minute mixing, it’s unclear to say. There were also noticeable sync and dubbing issues.\n\nCinematography is excellent, with Dolby Vision grading making the colors in certain scenes (especially Jaatara) truly pop.\n\n#FahadhFaasil’s character arc may be the biggest disappointment from #Pushpa2  .\n\nHow Shekhawat’s character was written out of the prequel, felt that he might have had a bigger role. But it’s sillier & sometimes even felt dumb.\n\n#Sunil’s Mangalam Srinu is also pushed aback from being a strong character.\n\n#DeviSriPrasad’s background score is good, except the emotional one’s. Energetic Song’s and their placement is very well utilized.\n\n#Sukumar writing is sometimes impressive, but at other times it doesn’t evoke any emotions while watching, which leaves me with mixed feelings about his writing and direction.\n\nOverall, #Pushpa2TheRule  lands as an average fare — some might love it, while others may find it just okay, but it’s far from being a bad film.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Sukumar", "cast": "Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagadeesh Bandari, Rao Ramesh", "runtime": "3h 45m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/7HeMz4qskfnoHeZxp6oV4xCjqZs.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-80d5fd": { "title": "Jigra", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2024-12-09", "body": "Jigra had my attention from the start. While the narrative unfolds at a slow pace and the second half includes several moments that feel like the conclusion, only for more to follow, the film ultimately kept me hooked. Alia Bhatt delivers a fiery performance, and the true soul of the film lies in Achint’s music and background score, which relentlessly kept me in a trance.\n\nVedang Raina makes an impressive debut, showcasing great potential for the future. The rest of the cast, including Rahul, Manoj also deliver strong performances, adding depth to the film.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Vasan Bala", "cast": "Alia Bhatt, Vedang Raina, Manoj Pahwa, Vivek Gomber, Akashdeep Sabir", "runtime": "2h 35m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mhnT27mgtiMNowOhAlMWSqBoSyb.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-80pqd7": { "title": "Juror #2", "year": "2024", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2024-12-09", "body": "Finished watching #ClientEastwood’s #Juror2Movie and it’s an okay ish court room drama with Nicholas Hoult at the spotlight.\n\nThe ending could’ve been better as it felt watching a thin plot stretched out too much only to witness a non justified conclusion.\n\nLots of cast are just there, doing nothing while the movie focuses on certain aspects only throughout.\n\nAlso cinematography is not up to the mark and you’ll notice while you’re watching the film to call it out.\n\nYou may watch it as a leisurely-made movie.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Clint Eastwood", "cast": "Nicholas Hoult, Toni Collette, J.K. Simmons, Chris Messina, Gabriel Basso", "runtime": "1h 54m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ugQkpGajKFQ8eyOEhGheR0HfWQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-82wfpd": { "title": "Mechanic Rocky", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-14", "body": "Mechanic Rocky is an action-romance drama that takes its time to reveal the main plot and conflict, which unfold primarily in the second half. While it does feature a couple of surprising twists, the overall narrative feels predictable and routine.\n\nI appreciate the core idea of the plot, which addresses cyberbullying—a relevant and impactful theme. However, blending it into a commercial format like this one didn’t entirely succeed, with only certain parts working effectively.\n\nYou might consider watching it, as it serves as a decent popcorn entertainer. While the first half feels slow, the second half picks up and makes it a passable one-time watch.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ravi Teja Mullapudi", "cast": "Vishwak Sen, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Shraddha Srinath, Sunil Varma, Naresh", "runtime": "2h 33m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Aha" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/To7wOId0iiPveLn2nyuVIirufP.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-830tn5": { "title": "Red One", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-14", "body": "Red One tried to be the ultimate big Christmas blockbuster, but dropping it before Thanksgiving felt like a desperate splash… straight into the deep end. And yep, it sank faster than Santa on a jet ski.\n\nComing back to the film, Red One is a dumb and silly adventure with lackluster visual effects, making it a hard pass for most. However, if you’re up for some holiday escapism, Chris Evans and Dwayne Johnson’s dynamic duo might just make it a tolerable watch", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jake Kasdan", "cast": "Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, J.K. Simmons, Bonnie Hunt", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Comedy", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cdqLnri3NEGcmfnqwk2TSIYtddg.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-834vgx": { "title": "Carry-On", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2024-12-14", "body": "#CarryOn delivers a thrilling ride with brilliant performances from #TaronEgerton, #SofiaCarson, and #JasonBateman. However, it demands patience through a bit of slow-paced first half before truly taking off.This film thrives on tension, with Taron & Jason locked in a cat & mouse game. The antagonist's constant threats over the call, forcing the protagonist into a seemingly simple task, dominate the first half. While this builds suspense, it feels overly prolonged and detracts from the movie's overall pace. A tighter edit or screenplay here could have been made the narrative far more impactful and crisp.That said, Carry-On still stands as a good thriller, I hope most of you will enjoy the ride & this is currently streaming on #Netflix.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jaume Collet-Serra", "cast": "Taron Egerton, Jason Bateman, Sofia Carson, Danielle Deadwyler, Theo Rossi", "runtime": "2h", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sjMN7DRi4sGiledsmllEw5HJjPy.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-85vpun": { "title": "Zebra", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-18", "body": "Watched #Satyadev’s #Zebra and found it decent at best, maybe even subpar. While the premise of the money laundering or scamming had a potential, the blend with gangs and villains didn’t quite land for me. The narrative felt stretched, lacking impact throughout, which made the film drag in parts.\n\nThat said, you might want to check it out for #Satyadev & #Satya, who make it somewhat worthwhile.\n\n#ZebraMovie is currently streaming on Aha.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Eashvar Karthic", "cast": "Satyadev Kancharana, Dhananjay, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Satya, Sathyaraj", "runtime": "2h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Aha" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rCGgmmMD63pKH7lnmVJ5MMLQfOm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-861uzb": { "title": "Anora", "year": "2024", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2024-12-19", "body": "Anora is sexy, hilariously silly, wildly crazy, and, above all, delightfully dumb.\n\nMikey Madison, portraying Anora (or Ani), a stripper/escort, has delivered a great performance.\n\nDirected by Sean Baker, I was eager to watch this film after the intriguing teaser trailers. However, while I can see why others are raving about it, I didn’t find it mind-blowing.It’s a decent, passable watch with flawed characters creating chaos in a “do-whatever-you-want” style of storytelling.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Sean Baker", "cast": "Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan", "runtime": "2h 19m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar", "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/v8Pq2MwPXWDCg1MF3UxNlBCkgDA.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-870kiz": { "title": "Mufasa: The Lion King", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-21", "body": "#Mufasa is undeniably a visual spectacle, with breathtaking imagery that captures the eye. However, beneath its glossy exterior, it feels hallow, lacking the emotional depth or soul to truly resonate.\n\nNeither the musical moments nor the action elements bring enough heart or the energy to make this prequel truly roar.\n\nFamilies with Kids might enjoy this as a light hearted holiday outing, but for everyone else, it’s a subpar prequel that’s better suited for a casual watch when it arrives later on Disney Plus…", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Barry Jenkins", "cast": "Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman", "runtime": "1h 58m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Family", "Animation" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/9bXHaLlsFYpJUutg4E6WXAjaxDi.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8bsfr9": { "title": "Your Fault", "year": "2024", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2024-12-28", "body": "#YourFault (#CulpaTuya) struggles to deliver on its promise as a compelling romantic drama. The unromantic narrative lacks the depth, and the film fails to justify its existence as a sequel.While its predecessor (#CulpaMia) did a decent job exploring Nick and Noah's relationship, #CulpaTuya falters significantly in comparison, mishandling their dynamic, that fails to recapture the charm.Unless you're a fan of the books or the prequel, there's no reason to add this movie to your watchlist.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Domingo González", "cast": "Nicole Wallace, Gabriel Guevara, Marta Hazas, Iván Sánchez, Eva Ruiz", "runtime": "1h 57m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/1sQA7lfcF9yUyoLYC0e6Zo3jmxE.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8cqe7v": { "title": "Baby John", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-29", "body": "#BabyJohn is nearly a scene-to-scene remake of Vijay's #Theri, with a few tweaks to the plot. It largely feels like a South Commercial Entertainer packaged under the Bollywood banner.I love watching Varun Dhawan act - whether it's over-the-top or genuinely impressive, the guy's fantastic. Also, loved Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi's screen presence.The real MVP of this movie is Thaman's electrifying score, which injects incredible energy into the scenes. All the songs (except Bandobasth) are simply amazing, I've been listening to them on repeat every day ! You might like this on a lighter note if you haven't seen Atlee's #Theri or if you're fan of #VarunDhawan, #KeerthySuresh/#WamiqaGabbi. Otherwise, it's skippable as you won't miss apart from the lead pair change and a better score than the original.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Kalees", "cast": "Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Sheeba Chaddha", "runtime": "2h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/5Oqsh17dq0cIRFPynPNy5elmyxW.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8cxvm1": { "title": "Red Rooms", "year": "2023", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-01-27", "body": "I watched a French psychological thriller movie called “Red Rooms” (Les Chambres Rogues) and it was intriguing.This was intriguing because it wasn’t merely a courtroom drama; it delved into how an unrelated protagonist, driven by her obsession, became the case’s use by the end.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Pascal Plante", "cast": "Juliette Gariépy, Laurie Babin, Élisabeth Locas, Maxwell McCabe-Lokos, Natalie Tannous", "runtime": "1h 58m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4VzKLtrbbgTjuHtkJn5U99VG9I3.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8dufch": { "title": "Marco", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2024-12-30", "body": "#Marco is brutal — not in its violence, but is how poorly it’s been made. While the poster & teaser hinted at a promising action packed thriller, this was an unfortunate letdown in every sense.\n\nThe plot, undeniably the film’s weakest link, lacks substance, leaving action part for engagement. As for the so-called “violent and gore” action film that were hyped as groundbreaking in Indian cinema, they fall flat to me. Over reliance on effects and overly stylized action fails to deliver the authenticity the genre demands.\n\nUnni Mukundan shines as Marco, delivering a great performance that showcases his dedication and effort, particularly in the staircase fight scene. It’s evident he gave his all to the role. One can only wish he had a stronger script to shine even brighter.\n\nRavi Basrur’s relentless score leaves a mixed impression. While it elevates certain scenes, it also feels unnecessary at times.\n\nFor those who aren’t avid movie watchers or lack exposure to Hollywood or Korean action films, “Marco” might come across as violent. However, in reality, it’s far from that and ends up being a subpar attempt..", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Haneef Adeni", "cast": "Unni Mukundan, Siddique, Ishan Shoukath, Jagadish, Abhimanyu Thilakan", "runtime": "2h 25m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Sony LIV" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/il3ao5gcF6fZNqo1o9o7lusmEyU.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8ewlrp": { "metadata": { "director": "Halina Reijn", "cast": "Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Antonio Banderas, Esther-Rose McGregor, Sophie Wilde", "runtime": "1h 55m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Babygirl", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-01-28", "body": "BabyGirl is the pinnacle of the seductive drama genre. Forget the plot, cinematography, or anyone else’s performance—none of it matters. \n\nNicole Kidman is everything, and she’s all I care to see.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/wQvh32nm9sAua2QtuUrdaOz01Ql.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8iynzv": { "title": "The Accountant", "year": "2016", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-01-03", "body": "I had this film on my watchlist for a long time but never found the mood to start and finish it. Finally, I binged it, and I’m glad I did—I liked it!\n\nFor some reason, I was a bit confused about what was going on during the first hour. But as the flashback sequences, the action, and the layers started connecting the dots, it all came together beautifully. The action sequences were impressive, and Ben Affleck’s screen presence as The Accountant, along with Jon Bernthal, was a treat to watch. I thoroughly enjoyed it.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Gavin O'Connor", "cast": "Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick, J.K. Simmons, Jon Bernthal, Jeffrey Tambor", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fceheXB5fC4WrLVuWJ6OZv9FXYr.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8jfg7f": { "metadata": { "director": "David G. Derrick Jr.", "cast": "Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Hualālai Chung, Rose Matafeo, David Fane", "runtime": "1h 40m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Animation", "Comedy", "Family", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Moana 2", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-02-05", "body": "With gorgeous visuals and some good songs, Moana 2 makes for a decent musical adventure, even if the story/narrative isn’t its strongest aspect.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/aLVkiINlIeCkcZIzb7XHzPYgO6L.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8kmulx": { "title": "Identity", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-01-05", "body": "Identity is a decent suspense thriller that leans heavily on an ice-thin plot and abundant style, which looks great for the most part. However, its slow pacing and an overstretched narrative—seemingly to amplify surprises (or at least to present them as such)—become major drawbacks.\n\nTovino Thomas is outstanding, delivering a fabulous performance that leaves no room for doubt.\n\nI loved the stylized action sequence in the climax, but by that point, the overwhelming chaos had already made me wish for it all to just wrap up.\n\nThe cinematography and background score are pivotal contributors to the film’s elevation and deserve full credit for their impact.\n\nAnas Khan and Akhil Paul did a fine job with the direction, but a tighter, more focused script could have elevated the movie experience significantly is what i felt.\n\nIf you don’t mind a slightly overstretched narrative, this is a fine thriller with impressive cinematography, a gripping background score, and stellar performances from an excellent cast.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Anas Khan", "cast": "Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, Vinay Rai, Mandira Bedi, Shammi Thilakan", "runtime": "2h 36m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hrusjWrcRuClY6PNooSZiKL6gqv.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8kn9dt": { "title": "Sonic the Hedgehog 3", "year": "2024", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-01-05", "body": "Sonic3 is a lightweight entertainer that leans heavily on frivolous humor and shallow dialogue rather than delivering a meaningful or impactful story. A passable watch, but not something that truly demands the grandeur of the big screen.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jeff Fowler", "cast": "Ben Schwartz, Jim Carrey, Keanu Reeves, Idris Elba, Colleen O'Shaughnessey", "runtime": "1h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Science Fiction", "Comedy", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/d8Ryb8AunYAuycVKDp5HpdWPKgC.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8lesbt": { "metadata": { "director": "Advait Chandan", "cast": "Junaid Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Kunj Anand, Grusha Kapoor, Ashutosh Rana", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Loveyapa", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-02-08", "body": "This is an okayish comedy entertainer with decent performances from Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor. The film is a scene-to-scene remake of Love Today.\n\nI couldn’t enjoy the movie entirely, even though some jokes were genuinely funny. I had already seen the original, and knowing the momentum of the film, I couldn’t help but feel disappointed.\n\nIf you haven’t seen the original, you might find this passable outing, but it’s not a must-watch.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ohHiDAwaOo6R1ovMgmUhrBuvknU.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8lm0xt": { "metadata": { "director": "Christopher Nolan", "cast": "Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Michael Caine, Jessica Chastain, Casey Affleck", "runtime": "2h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Drama", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix", "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Interstellar", "year": "2014", "rating": "5", "date": "2025-02-08", "body": "“Absolute Cinema”", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yQvGrMoipbRoddT0ZR8tPoR7NfX.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8nayff": { "metadata": { "director": "Chandoo Mondeti", "cast": "Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Sai Pallavi, Sundip Ved, Prakash Belawadi, Kalpalatha", "runtime": "2h 32m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Action", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Thandel", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-02-11", "body": "A promising plot hindered by weak execution & unnecessary cinematic liberties.\n\nI didn’t like this film or enjoy watching it due to its lack of authenticity. The editing, narrative, drama, slang, and VFX were all major misfires.\n\nI liked the emotional portions in the second half, during the pre-climax episodes, thanks to DSP’s background score, which added depth to those moments. Beyond that, it felt more like I was just watching the film for the sake of finishing it.\n\nThe patriotic elements, fight sequences, and unnecessary elevations only add to the film’s overall dissatisfaction.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uaMcu3I9l3qyYovya7dwUcdU6ve.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8nqipd": { "title": "Flow", "year": "2024", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2025-01-08", "body": "“#Flow” (aka #Straume) is a stunning animated film that follows a group of animals navigating the challenges of a hazardous flood, with a cat as the central character.\n\nThis film tells its story without any dialogues, relying entirely on visuals to compel the viewer. By the end, the film delivers a powerful message about helping one another and the strength found in sticking together.\n\nAlthough the runtime feels a bit lengthy given the nature of the film, Flow is an impressive anime that deserves to be on your watchlist.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Gints Zilbalodis", "cast": "", "runtime": "1h 25m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Animation", "Family", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Max" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/z2sG41PxfL1hnL1mHbxzSREUtOf.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8o9six": { "metadata": { "director": "Boman Irani", "cast": "Avinash Tiwary, Boman Irani, Shreya Chaudhary, Puja Sarup, Harssh A. Singh", "runtime": "1h 56m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Mehta Boys", "year": "2024", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-02-12", "body": "#TheMehtaBoys is a beautiful take on father-son complex relationship, tricky, yet overflowing with love & heart ❤️\n\nLoved Boman Irani. Both as an Actor and a director. His storytelling is simple yet sweet. Avinash Tiwary & Shreya Chaudhry deliver equally heartwarming performances, making their (trio) screen presence a delight. Puja Sarup, despite limited screen time in the film’s initial minutes, absolutely nails her role as the sister.\n\nThis is slow paced drama that can be enjoyed with family — if this kind of storytelling is everyone’s cup of tea.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/wB7y3FWr0PARWHQhAaPoHWiOl3h.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8pkft3": { "metadata": { "director": "Rishab Seth", "cast": "Yami Gautam Dhar, Pratik Gandhi, Eijaz Khan, Pavitra Sarkar, Mukul Chadda", "runtime": "1h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Dhoom Dhaam", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-02-15", "body": "Dhoom Dhaam is a fun, lighthearted comedy entertainer. Yami Gautam and Pratik Gandhi’s dynamic chemistry makes it a delightful binge. With a crisp 1h 50min runtime, the film moves swiftly despite a few hiccups along the way. \nWith a simple plot, engaging proceedings, and performances that match the tone make this an enjoyable watch.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/2E7me3rPi8HqaeheuD86YlpNX6k.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8prs4t": { "metadata": { "director": "Julius Onah", "cast": "Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Tim Blake Nelson", "runtime": "1h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Science Fiction" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Captain America: Brave New World", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-02-14", "body": "#CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld  is yet another weak outing from Marvel, feeling more like a Disney+ tier mediocre action flick rather than a true big-screen experience.\n\nSimply put, it’s a recall and sequel to The Incredible Hulk (2008), doubling as a reboot for #CaptainAmerica  within an old-school political action drama.\n\nAnthony Mackey, Harrison Ford, Danny Ramirez, and Shira Haas put in their best efforts, but it’s really the making and screenplay that hold the biggest share in determining whether there’s anything to cheer for in the film.\n\nThere’s one post-credit scene teasing that something big is coming—just like every other post-credit scene these days—potentially setting up Avengers: Doomsday. But with such a dumb villain, it doesn’t even sound exciting.\n\nHonestly, you can easily wait to watch this on digital or Disney+ when it arrives.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mFzFJc1XnGqaEbyac2KcCFJx8Uo.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8qnwcv": { "metadata": { "director": "Scott Derrickson", "cast": "Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy, Sigourney Weaver, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, William Houston", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Gorge", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-02-15", "body": "Anya Taylor-Joy & Miles Teller shine in Scott Derrickson's genre-blending mix of love, horror, and action-adventure, half interesting , the other half leaving room for improvement.They both make the first hour fly with feel good chemistry and action above the ground. But once they descend, the pacing drags, the action loses steam, and the CGI disappoints on whole, leaving just okay.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/7iMBZzVZtG0oBug4TfqDb9ZxAOa.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8qpcjf": { "title": "Game Changer", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-01-11", "body": "#GameChanger fails to live up to its name, delivering a highly predictable and outdated social political drama. Neither the calibre of Ram Charan nor the brilliance typically associated with director Shankar is evident here.\n\nMaking a proper commercial cinema is one thing, but cashing in by churning out random, uninspired commercial fare is another. This unfortunately falls into the latter category for me.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Shankar", "cast": "Ram Charan, Anjali, Kiara Advani, S. J. Suryah, Srikanth", "runtime": "2h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/qtOGsZoLW7QceqKmsOy5nSM6Aik.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8rrtpn": { "title": "Daaku Maharaaj", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-01-12", "body": "Bala Krishna’s roaring presence and Thaman’s electrifying score, combined with Bobby’s mass-appealing direction—especially in the high-energy first half—make #DaakuMaharaaj a decent and thoroughly enjoyable commercial entertainer.\n\nAlthough the story is routine, the first half rides high on mass elevation and packed action, delivering the kind of moments #Balayya fans crave. However, the second half shifts its focus entirely to the plot (a commendable choice for any commercial cinema) but this shift drops the tempo, leading to a somewhat ok climax.\n\nShraddha Srinath shines in a well-written role, while Pragya is a good in her part.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Bobby Kolli", "cast": "Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Vedha Agarwal", "runtime": "2h 27m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rGW9ad5TERuoluGSkgF1wHXP45H.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8sqadp": { "metadata": { "director": "Magizh Thirumeni", "cast": "Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, Regena Cassandrra, Aarav Kizar", "runtime": "2h 31m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Mystery", "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Vidaamuyarchi", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-02-19", "body": "#VidaaMuyarchi starts has a promising romantic thriller but gradually loses its charm.\n\nAs the minutes pass, the film becomes increasingly unbearable (especially the second half), weighed down by unnecessary subplot and forced plot twists that try hard to be cool — but ultimately falls flat.\n\n#AjithKumar is the only saving grace, and cinematography is great.\n\n#AnirudhRavichander background score is underwhelming, with #Pathikichu being the only good OST I can recall.\n\nWhile i loved the first half’s execution, especially the love story flashbacks and the main plot setup (although they could’ve been fast paced), the rest of the film needed tighter storytelling. A more concise narrative could’ve made this a decent thriller to the least", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yx7AYFLoupzBfdfEAlDFuOiei2A.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8st1xx": { "metadata": { "director": "Robert Eggers", "cast": "Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Bill Skarsgård, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Willem Dafoe", "runtime": "2h 13m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix", "JioHotstar", "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Nosferatu", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-02-18", "body": "#Nosferatu isn't bad. Honestly, it's the most decent horror movie I've watched in a while.Although the plot feels a bit draggy or even exaggerated at times, the sound design, cinematography, and consistently tense narrative with great performances from the cast, make this a good horror film.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/5qGIxdEO841C0tdY8vOdLoRVrr0.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8tpxvz": { "title": "Companion", "year": "2025", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-02-20", "body": "#Companion is Unbelievably Great. An Absolute Knockout for Me ! \n\nA brilliant dark comedy thriller that keeps you hooked with its clever twists and riveting narrative.\n\n#SophieThatcher is amazing as Iris, delivering a remarkable performance. #JackQuaid, as always, sells his role effortlessly.\n\nEven though i had watched the trailer a long ago, I completely forgot what this movie is about and that’s exactly how it surprised me. For best possible experience, I recommend going in blind and avoiding any promos or trailers.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Drew Hancock", "cast": "Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey Guillén", "runtime": "1h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oCoTgC3UyWGfyQ9thE10ulWR7bn.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8umhln": { "metadata": { "director": "Ashwath Marimuthu", "cast": "Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon", "runtime": "2h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Dragon", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-02-21", "body": "Dragon is an enjoyable romantic comedy entertainer that blends reality with commercial appeal & cinematic liberties while delivering a honest message.\n\nPradeep Ranganathan delivers yet another powerhouse performance, following the success of his debut hit, Love Today.\n\nAnupama Parameshwaran and Kayadu Lohar enhance the film’s charm with their screen presence.\n\nDirector Ashwanth, after Oh My Kadavule, deserves appreciation for his storytelling finesse. While a song and a few middle portions could have been trimmed or written better, the film keeps you smiling throughout, and the emotional moments in the last 10-15 minutes leave a strong impact.\n\nThis film is best enjoyed with friends and without any expectations of plot twists or a mind-blowing screenplay. It’s a predictable yet relatable life drama—one that we’ve either experienced ourselves or seen unfold in the lives of our neighbors.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vKNJPuejtE6Xrp6RK6LKsQcbL8L.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8wbehf": { "metadata": { "director": "MC Jithin", "cast": "Nazriya Nazim, Basil Joseph, Sidharth Bharathan, Deepak Parambol, Merin Philip", "runtime": "2h 22m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Mystery", "Thriller", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Sookshmadarshini", "year": "2024", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-01-19", "body": "The Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph starrer is a well-executed suspense thriller. While it has bits of humor sprinkled throughout, the film excels at maintaining suspense, especially during the first half and the initial moments of the second half when the story starts unraveling. It concludes as a satisfying watch…", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jZN79hYiDyHPQVl8L6oeeGfzfuZ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8wchnh": { "metadata": { "director": "Seth Gordon", "cast": "Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, McKenna Roberts, Rylan Jackson, Kyle Chandler", "runtime": "1h 54m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Back in Action", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-01-18", "body": "“Back in Action” brings Cameron Diaz back to the movies, but it turns out to be a silly and boring watch, with sporadic humor and underwhelming action sequences.\n\nWhile I didn’t entirely hate this movie, I couldn’t help but feel disappointed with how it turned out…", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/3L3l6LsiLGHkTG4RFB2aBA6BttB.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8xlg9v": { "title": "Love Hurts", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-02-26", "body": "Ke Huy Quan’s comedy action thriller collapses under the weight of its own plot, offering little more than tedious storytelling. Even the stylish action, devoid of conviction, fades into irrelevance, dragged down by the uninspired execution.\n\n“Setting aside the fact that #LoveHurts, this movie hurts even more.”\n\nIf you enjoy hearing the name ‘Rose’ repeated a hundred—maybe a thousand—times, this film is for you.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jonathan Eusebio", "cast": "Ke Huy Quan, Ariana DeBose, Daniel Wu, Mustafa Shakir, Lio Tipton", "runtime": "1h 23m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/skPPVeHoTTVVSJlb0Ib5vrqiuA4.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8xvhkx": { "metadata": { "director": "Laxman Utekar", "cast": "Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta", "runtime": "2h 41m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "History", "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Chhaava", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-02-27", "body": "#Chhaava is a gritty tale of Shambhu Raje (Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj), depicting his reign over the Maratha kingdom and his relentless fight against the Mughal Emperor until his last breath.\n\nViewing it from a cinematic perspective, it's a powerful period drama by the director @Laxman10072 that keeps us engaged despite a few stumbles.\n\n@vickykaushal09 is amazing in this role, effortlessly carrying the character with his charm and intensity. @iamRashmika adds value as strong supporting lead, making most of her screen time.\n\nThe last 40 minutes are something else, emotional yet carrying the energy of a battle cry. However, background score could've been better overall, and the over-the-top action sequences didn't quite work for me. Rather than glorifying Shambhaji Maharaj, they often felt like #VickyKaushal roaring after every kill, which could have been handled with more nuance.\n\nThat said, despite its ups and downs, Chhaava is a good film that not only delivers a engaging story but also serves as a rough history lesson for those who are unfamiliar with the chapter of Maratha history. (3.75)", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ubRsrzb6NRW8YhVTJ6jG1kpNvCi.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-8zpdld": { "metadata": { "director": "Anil Ravipudi", "cast": "Venkatesh, Aishwarya Rajesh, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Upendra Limaye, Sai Kumar", "runtime": "2h 24m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Sankranthiki Vasthunam", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-03-02", "body": "I started watching this just hoping for a good time—not expecting a smart plot or surprises, just some good comedy. Unfortunately, this didn’t deliver anything for me as the scenes and comedy felt completely forced.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/gFa07KuR3tWFI6YFTeGz930zeMo.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-93kt0j": { "metadata": { "director": "Shauna Gautam", "cast": "Ibrahim Ali Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Mahima Chaudhry, Suniel Shetty, Dia Mirza", "runtime": "1h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Nadaaniyan", "year": "2025", "rating": "0.5", "date": "2025-03-07", "body": "Ibrahim Ali Khan’s debut Nadaaniyan is drenched in colors and production richness, but its storytelling feels as fake as the lead pair’s pretend romance.\n\nFirst things first, anyone watching this movie will immediately feel disconnected by the dubbing—it doesn’t sound natural, more like voices straight out of a dubbing studio than real conversations.\n\nWhat could have been a simple Star Plus or Colors high school drama, wrapped up in a couple of episodes, is unnecessarily stretched into a 2-hour film—with zero emotional connect.\n\nIbrahim Ali Khan’s debut could have been a much better choice. In fact, his next film might as well be considered his real debut, because I doubt anyone will even remember that this one—with him and Khushi Kapoor—ever existed.\n\nThankfully, it skipped a theatrical release—because at the box office, this would’ve been a massive disaster.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vQsGkLx68lmAdGwNapaaq3qqwKn.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-943q6j": { "title": "Superboys of Malegaon", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-03-09", "body": "#SuperboysOfMalegoan is a sincere attempt to depict real-life story of friends from Malegoan, their struggles and shared dream of making films for their town.Film has got brilliant performances from Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, Shashank Arora, Manjiri Pupala, and the rest of the cast.This will not be everyone's cup of tea, so you may want to binge based on your taste in films.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Reema Kagti", "cast": "Adarsh Gourav, Shashank Arora, Vineet Kumar Singh, Anuj Singh Duhan, Saqib Ayub", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/kH8vwnusn83pfHX8tgIIEPbaPd5.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9477ep": { "title": "The Brutalist", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-03-08", "body": "The Brutalist is phenomenal in its making—the cinematography, the score, and the performances from Adrien Brody, Guy Pearce, Felicity Jones, and others are all top-notch.\n\nIt has quite the narrative, sprinkled with smirk-worthy humor here and there, but the storytelling remains mostly slow-paced.\nTo be honest, it could’ve been better. Lingering shots of roads, railway tracks, or cars moving endlessly aren’t beautiful cinema—they’re just indulgences filmmakers take, making the audience watch nothing for extended seconds.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Brady Corbet", "cast": "Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn, Raffey Cassidy", "runtime": "3h 35m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar", "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vP7Yd6couiAaw9jgMd5cjMRj3hQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-978ny1": { "metadata": { "director": "Ram Jagadeesh", "cast": "Priyadarshi Pullikonda, Harsh Roshan, Sridevi Apalla, Sivaji Sontineni, Sai Kumar", "runtime": "2h 29m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Court: State vs. A Nobody", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-03-13", "body": "What starts as a feel-good romance drama seamlessly transforms into an engaging courtroom drama, making Court: State vs A Nobody, a well-crafted and engaging watch. It’s one of the better Telugu films I’ve seen in the past couple of months.\n\nHarsh Roshan and Sri Devi deliver mature and authentic performances, staying true to their characters and holding strong throughout the first half & rest of the film. Shivaji commands the screen with his intense and fierce portrayal, while Priyadarshi elevates the film with his timely and thoughtful performance throughout the second half. Every member of the cast does a fantastic job.\n\nVijay Bulganin’s music is excellent, adding depth to the film’s atmosphere. Kudos to debutant writer and director Ram Jagadeesh for delivering quality cinema, and to Nani for banking and backing, fresh talent.\n\nWhile this film follows the familiar beats of a typical courtroom drama seen in many past films, it manages to entertain while delivering a good message. The pacing is generally well-maintained, though there are moments where it dips, leaving you with the sense that certain portions could have been trimmed or written more tightly.\n\n3.25", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4pEX67LJd7ZIqYWtksBtOgQEGcQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9clrjp": { "metadata": { "director": "Martin Campbell", "cast": "Daisy Ridley, Taz Skylar, Matthew Tuck, Flavia Watson, Ruth Gemmell", "runtime": "1h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Lionsgate Play" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Cleaner", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-03-22", "body": "The action promo before the release made me think the movie would be at least decent, but it turned out to be a full-on disappointment. Flat, poorly written, and badly executed.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mwzDApMZAGeYCEVjhegKvCzDX0W.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9f7wsr": { "metadata": { "director": "Prithviraj Sukumaran", "cast": "Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, Abhimanyu Singh", "runtime": "2h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "L2: Empuraan", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-03-27", "body": "Empuraan might’ve aimed high with its ideas, but what unfolds on screen is a wasted effort and a big letdown.\n\nFilm is all about style, style, and more style but completely starved of substance.\n\nPrithviraj Sukumaran’s direction tries to be relentless, but all it did is drain me—making sleep feel like the only escape (Purely my thoughts, You may have different opinion).\n\nAll I wanted was to see the Devil, but I didn’t sign up for a three-hour endurance test.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rlK1u6zJp8AJ93XX8dgiZVsE5w8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9fogkz": { "metadata": { "director": "Kalyan Shankar", "cast": "Sangeeth Shobhan, Narne Nithin, Ram Nithin, Vishnu Oi, Muralidhar Goud", "runtime": "2h 7m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "(MAD)²", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-03-28", "body": "Like Mad, its sequel Mad Square doesn’t land well within its genre for me. There were barely a few jokes that worked, but the rest felt like watching a daily TV serial without any real comedy.\n\nThe first half was passable (initial 40-50 mins), but once the movie shifts to Goa backdrop, it became almost unbearable. Despite a short runtime of just two hours, I found myself checking the time every few minutes, waiting for it to end.\n\nIf I had to highlight anything in particular, Vishnu Oi and Sangeet Shobhan’s characters stand out.\n\nSongs by Bheems were good. This is yet another unwanted sequel or best for OTT.\n\nThose who liked Mad may enjoy this one too. For everyone else, watch it at your leisure—or don’t, it’s absolutely fine. Either way, the few jokes that worked will find their way into memes.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cYGNd3oMRYsvM9gW4i0bzAclOUb.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9gd4wt": { "title": "Sikandar", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-03-30", "body": "Sikandar is a routine, outdated, old-school action drama that big stars should stop even considering at this point. Everything about the film is outright bad and poorly executed.\n\nThe chemistry between Rashmika Mandanna and Salman Khan as a husband-wife duo falls completely flat. The dull dialogues lack impact, and the emotional scenes leave you questioning their intent rather than feeling moved. It’s a clear indication of how terribly the film is made. \n\nAs much as I love watching Salman Khan perform, his screen presence in recent films, including this one, feels more like he’s hosting Bigg Boss rather than embodying a lively, engaging character.\n\nDirector A.R. Murugadoss, who once delivered solid films like Ghajini, Thuppakki, and Kaththi, has been struggling to bounce back in recent years, continuing his streak of disappointments. Hopefully, his next with Sivakarthikeyan breaks the pattern & delivers.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "A. R. Murugadoss", "cast": "Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Smita Patil", "runtime": "2h 13m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/41s42CRXafa3OuRGvCtfYPEBmse.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9h8nxf": { "title": "Robinhood", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-03-30", "body": "Robinhood is yet another below-average, routine rom-com action drama from recent releases. It works in parts but ultimately falls flat due to a weak and overstretched narrative, excessive and irritating after-effects usage, and poor character dubbing—including that of the protagonist himself.\n\nAlthough it had the potential to deliver decent commercial entertainment, its transition from paper to screen didn’t work at all, with the primary culprit being director Venky’s writing and script.\n\nThe lead actress’s character is meant to be dumb, which is fine, but she’s so absurdly clueless that even a mental hospital patient would have a better grasp of their surroundings than she does.\n\nThe villain is far from terrific, and the entire ‘Saami Saachi’ gang feels like a recycled batch of characters straight out of Venky’s past film Chalo.\n\nA couple of songs by GV Prakash were good, but the background score is yet another letdown.\n\nThis is something you might watch when it premieres on TV, but honestly, it’ll be easily forgotten.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Venky Kudumula", "cast": "Kyle Paul, Sreeleela, Nithiin, Ketika Sharma, Vennela Kishore", "runtime": "2h 30m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar", "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/zeH5oAM1A3zgXbvQ3L9GiDs3ldQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9ilnpf": { "title": "Black Bag", "year": "2025", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-04-02", "body": "‼️ Warning ‼️\nThis is not your usual film that earns everyone’s appreciation.\n\nNow, getting to my thoughts—Black Bag is one heck of a suspense thriller (alt. spy thriller). Why?\n\nWith a crisp runtime of 90 minutes, the film demands your attention and tests your patience with its slower proceedings for about 40–50 minutes. Many might find this stretch too dull, doze off, or even quit watching. But if you push through, the next 15–20 minutes pull you in with a “puzzled” pace (you’ll know what I mean when you see it).\n\nOnce the credits roll, you’ll sit there thinking, Wait… what just happened? You’ll find yourself piecing the plot together, and that’s when you’ll appreciate how cleverly crafted and effective the film really was.\n\nKudos to the director Steven Soderbergh & the writer David Koepp. Loved this.\n\nMichael Fassbender absolutely nails his performance with signature expression (Face-Bender 😂) role, while Cate Blanchett and the rest of the cast deliver strong supporting performances.\n\nThis film is best enjoyed on the first viewing—I certainly did. If you feel the need to understand it better, you might consider a second or multiple rewatches, but that’s entirely up to you.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Steven Soderbergh", "cast": "Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Tom Burke, Marisa Abela, Regé-Jean Page", "runtime": "1h 34m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hHPovtU4b96LHcoeEwRkGHI5btw.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9l7v3h": { "title": "Mickey 17", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-04-07", "body": "This one's a good sci-fi drama from Parasite director Bong Joon Ho. Starring Robert Pattinson as the ‘expendable’ Mickey Barnes, the film is a visual treat—something you can just sit back and enjoy, making it an easily watchable experience.While the concept of colonizing a different planet isn’t exactly new, even in this film—the way Mickey 17 handles its narrative feels fresh. It doesn’t try too hard to push groundbreaking ideas, instead leaning into familiar sci-fi themes with ease. That said, Mark Ruffalo’s character feels a bit distracting or irritating at times—almost pulling focus away from Mickey’s otherwise engaging narrative. It’s the one element I felt could’ve been handled better or even trimmed down.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Bong Joon Ho", "cast": "Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Mark Ruffalo, Toni Collette", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Comedy", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/edKpE9B5qN3e559OuMCLZdW1iBZ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9mgnov": { "title": "Novocaine", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-04-09", "body": "Novocaine is Jack Quaid’s passable action comedy that doesn’t take itself too seriously — and neither should you.\n\nThe film breezes along until the bank robbery, and once the twist drops around the one-hour mark, that’s when you start checking the time. From there, it slips into routine territory — the initial intrigue of the protagonist not feeling pain wears off quickly, and the rest offers little to keep you hooked.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Dan Berk", "cast": "Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson, Betty Gabriel, Matt Walsh", "runtime": "1h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "ZEE5", "Rent / Buy" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/xmMHGz9dVRaMY6rRAlEX4W0Wdhm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9qd4zb": { "title": "The Woman in the Yard", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-04-16", "body": "Watched Woman in the Yard. Wow.\n\nThis isn’t any typical horror film—it’s not even really horror. But it has a lot to say. And by the end, it’s almost too much to take in.\n\nWhat struck me most is how the film leaves you with more questions than answers. It doesn’t handhold you with straightforward explanations or a clear narrative. Instead, it leans into metaphors and what if scenarios—leaving things open to interpretation\n\nI was intrigued and compelled throughout. Yes, the pacing is slow, but it’s deliberate. Performances, sound design, the mood, everything’s good.\n\nThis isn’t a bad film at all. But I’m not sure I’d confidently recommend it either. It left me in that strange, unsettled place.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jaume Collet-Serra", "cast": "Danielle Deadwyler, Okwui Okpokwasili, Peyton Jackson, Estella Kahiha, Russell Hornsby", "runtime": "1h 28m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/n0WS2TsNcS6dtaZKzxipyO7LuCJ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9ruop5": { "title": "Sinners", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-04-18", "body": "“Sinners” leans into vampire folklore with solid performances from the Michael B.Jordan & the lead cast.\n\nThe original idea deserves credit, but the film only thrills in bits and pieces. It mostly stays grounded & some unusual decisions or say narrative holds it back from going all-in on the genre fun.\n\nDigging deeper, the first hour takes its own sweet time laying the groundwork for the vampire-hunting teased in the trailer. Conversations feel laid-back to a fault, making it seem like the film’s already dragging.\n\nWhile the second half picks up slightly thanks to rising tension and vampire interactions—though not consistently gripping. Also, the bit where vampires leave and then ask to be invited again? Makes zero sense.\n\nLudwig Göransson’s score fits the film’s mood, but it’s far from his finest—especially after bangers like Tenet, Oppenheimer, and Black Panther.\n\nIs it a masterpiece? Definitely not.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ryan Coogler", "cast": "Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku", "runtime": "2h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fWPgbnt2LSqkQ6cdQc0SZN9CpLm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9vcsqd": { "title": "Until Dawn", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-04-24", "body": "Until Dawn is a horror comedy in the same way a flatline is a heartbeat — bleak, and painfully boring. The few jump scares it manages feel like desperate gasps for relevance, but they can’t resuscitate the lifeless narrative.\n\nBy the end, I wasn’t rooting for anyone’s survival… except my own, for making it through the film.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "David F. Sandberg", "cast": "Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Odessa A'zion, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli", "runtime": "1h 43m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/bLY5yN4MKVynZ2HMZWElTOGBgBe.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9wpxdr": { "title": "Havoc", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-04-26", "body": "True to its title, Tom Hardy & Jessie Mei Li starred Netflix original is a chaotic action-fest packed with raining bullets (that never hit the main characters) and plotless mayhem — more exhausting than exciting or entertaining.\n\nThe biggest letdown for me was the cinematography—grainy throughout, maybe by choice, but for a blockbuster film in making, it’s not cool. While the initial car chase worked eventually the rest of the action, was shot in a way that felt more distracting.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Gareth Evans", "cast": "Tom Hardy, Jessie Mei Li, Timothy Olyphant, Forest Whitaker, Justin Cornwell", "runtime": "1h 47m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/r46leE6PSzLR3pnVzaxx5Q30yUF.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9xookt": { "title": "Fight or Flight", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-04-28", "body": "A surprisingly fun action film that caught me off guard. Josh Hartnett and Charithra Chandran are absolutely fantastic. It takes a little time to lift off, but once it does, it’s a wild ride packed with slick action, wit, and a couple of fine twists — definitely worth hopping on for a good time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "James Madigan", "cast": "Josh Hartnett, Charithra Chandran, Katee Sackhoff, Marko Zaror, JuJu Chan", "runtime": "1h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Lionsgate Play" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/6oU1UuthmcnVwqQkxo84gcCjXsj.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9zskoj": { "title": "Raid 2", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-05-01", "body": "———————-IN SHORT—————————\n\n\n\n————————-IN DETAIL—————————\n\nThe movie kicks off directly with a raid, which works in its favor—it wastes no time on unnecessary setup and dives straight into the core plot. Things start off well, but the love track quickly becomes a hurdle. It feels like an obligatory subplot—just placed there for the sake of it. It’s basic and doesn’t add much, so you mentally skip past it to focus on the main narrative.\n\nThe cat-and-mouse game surrounding the raid is engaging but unfolds at a sluggish pace. Post-interval, there’s a sense that things are about to escalate—but that intensity never quite arrives. The back-and-forth chase, with the protagonist stepping aside for someone else, and then another character taking charge, feels dragged out and overly familiar. It’s an extension of what we’ve already seen—reminiscent of the prequel or similar films.\n\nThis is why it felt more like a gimmick than a genuine sequel. It sticks too closely to a formula, offering only minor tweaks rather than a fresh take.\n\nI’ll have to say, dialogues hit the mark—they’re sharp and effective.\n\nMany might enjoy it, many might not. I fall into the latter category—but it’s up to you to decide which side you’re on.", "verdict": "Despite the powerhouse presence of Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, the film is nothing more than clickbait and can easily be skipped. It struggles to pull us through the raids, ultimately costing us in time more than entertainment. It works in parts, but the underwhelming narrative mostly tests your patience.", "metadata": { "director": "Raj Kumar Gupta", "cast": "Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Rajat Kapoor", "runtime": "2h 19m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/562SAxZP1sLuYqDDTuODu3hdGyx.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9zvk11": { "title": "HIT: The Third Case", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-05-02", "body": "A decent crime investigative action thriller that starts off good, with first half driven by an engaging screenplay (not entirely, but most of it). However, the second half loses momentum, shifting gears into a different genre tone that doesn’t quite match the intensity promised in the marketing. The plot remains routine or predictable throughout, but Nani’s compelling performance as Arjun Sarkaar is the film’s standout.\n\nHIT 3 starts off well with an engaging investigation thread and a meaningful flashback, but it loses steam with a flat intermission. The second half takes a jarring turn, shifting from investigative drama to a survival angle that doesn’t quite fit.\n\nNani is spot-on as Arjun Sarkaar, especially in the first half. However, the second half lets him down—not his fault, but a clear directional misstep. A much-hyped action sequence (teased in the trailer) falls flat, lacking intensity or impact. The film, promoted as violent, ironically delivers action that feels tame and ineffective, leaving us detached.\n\nThe second half could’ve benefitted greatly from tighter editing or better-crafted action. Thankfully, the cameos in the final 10-15 minutes offer a brief spark, but nothing truly exciting.\n\nA strong background score is crucial for a thriller, yet HIT 3 fails in that department. Even Nani’s much-talked-about dialogue from the trailer, which felt intense in promos, lands with a thud in the actual film—undermined by poor scoring and lack of emotional buildup.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Sailesh Kolanu", "cast": "Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Komalee Prasad, Rao Ramesh, Surya Srinivas", "runtime": "2h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/wT9tGyFol4RBwkjESXUWeBdnLJn.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9civ1n": { "title": "Good Bad Ugly", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-05-06", "body": "As the title - Good Bad Ugly suggests, only a few portions of the film qualify as ‘good’; the rest steadily descend from ‘bad’ to downright ‘ugly’. It starts off smoothly, but gradually turns tedious and eventually becomes unbearable.\n\nThis is pure fan service for Ajith Kumar. Packed with references to his old films, spoofs (John Wick one’s), and hero elevation every few minutes—it’s designed strictly for his die-hard fans. While they might cheer, it’s not something a common viewer like me could enjoy.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Adhik Ravichandran", "cast": "Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das, Sunil Varma, Prabhu", "runtime": "2h 19m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/8DbYYluzdiGDAZzsaP7DWGbwfLd.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9dgtwb": { "title": "Subham", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-05-07", "body": "A satirical horror-comedy with solid cast performances and good cinematography. Despite few gigs & scares, it feels stretched and offers little to no novelty as it progresses, making it a one-time watch.\n\nI felt this movie is better suited for OTT than theatres.\n\nThe rest is up to you—whether you choose to watch it in theaters or elsewhere. A lively audience may give you some fun experience, though finding the right crowd isn’t always easy.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Praveen Kandregula", "cast": "Harshith Malgireddy, Srinivas Gavireddy, Charan Peri, Shriya Kontham, Shravani Lakshmi", "runtime": "2h 3m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hl3jiH0YjLRUZXWY2xqHNNTi1Eg.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9icxsj": { "title": "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning", "year": "2023", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-05-16", "body": "What a refreshing rewatch to revisit Part One before diving into the final mission in just a few hours.Dead Reckoning is all mission, no filler — a relentless, edge-of-your-seat cat-and-mouse game between Ethan and the Entity, packed with thrilling action across all three acts.\nExcited, locked in, and ready for the grand finale of the Mission: Impossible saga.\nOne last ride. One last mission.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Christopher McQuarrie", "cast": "Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson", "runtime": "2h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/NNxYkU70HPurnNCSiCjYAmacwm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9iwfjn": { "metadata": { "director": "Christopher McQuarrie", "cast": "Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Esai Morales", "runtime": "2h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-05-17", "body": "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is the swan song for Ethan Hunt and his IMF team. It was a joy watching Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg, and the rest of the cast share the screen one last time.\n\nWhile the film aims to go bigger than the previous entries, it doesn’t quite succeed. The narrative holds up well, but the action—especially the extended dive and flying sequences—felt prolonged and underwhelming. Despite the scale, the intensity just wasn’t there. The background score didn’t help either, lacking the punch that typically elevates these moments. This might be one of the weakest action outings in the entire franchise.\n\nFor longtime fans, there’s satisfaction in how it ties back to where it all began—choices made, callbacks, and the emotional payoff. But for non-franchise followers or casual viewers, this might come off as just okay or even disappointing.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/qH84QkFVLdB2ozlsyMjRr1Umw8w.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9jo1rp": { "metadata": { "director": "Sunny Sanjay", "cast": "Sumanth, Kajal Choudhary, Anu Hasan, Srinivas Avasarala, BVS Ravi", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Family" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Anaganaga", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-05-19", "body": "This is a typical social message drama with plenty of well-intentioned scenes as it heavily leans into moral messaging (not my kinda cinema 🤷🏻‍♂️), but to its credit, it does strike an emotional chord at times, delivering a few genuine tearjerker moments with emotions hitting the right notes 👏.\n\nGreat to see Sumanth back on screen, and in such a well-written role after a long time. He’s a brilliant and this character really plays to his strengths.\n\nI understood exactly what the plot was aiming for, and it definitely had a lot of potential. But I felt it could’ve been presented in a much more compelling way than it ultimately was.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ep3Bhk34epfWY1LrRfyqZli07Cl.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9jpkxl": { "metadata": { "director": "Karan Singh Tyagi", "cast": "Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, Ananya Panday, Mark Bennington, Sammy Jonas Heaney", "runtime": "2h 15m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "History" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-05-18", "body": "Kesari: Chapter 2 is a nearly gripping courtroom drama inspired by true events—undeniably dramatized for cinematic effect, but it works more often than not. Akshay Kumar delivers a killer performance, effortlessly overshadowing Madhavan and the rest of the cast, thanks to a commanding character arc and presence.\n\nDespite its tight ~2-hour runtime, the film does hit a few narrative lows that slightly dull the impact. With a more consistently engaging screenplay, it could’ve been even more compelling.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jgGSqe1YgSot6Y1zDVTVkbsZ46z.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9lqawz": { "metadata": { "director": "Christopher Landon", "cast": "Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Reed Diamond, Violett Beane, Jeffery Self", "runtime": "1h 35m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Drop", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-05-23", "body": "Drop is an okay-ish film if you’re in a ‘nothing specific to watch’ kind of mood. But otherwise, it can feel tedious — with a messy, often nonsensical flow of events that only begin to make sense once the suspense is revealed. And even then, the entire plot hinges on just that one twist, making everything else feel somewhat hollow in retrospect.\n\nWatched it anyway, like a shell of myself. Not painfully dull, just… empty of any spark.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hSQPSW8aLjsMBfwqGjgJ6HozTkp.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9mmqyv": { "metadata": { "director": "Karan Shrikant Sharma", "cast": "Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Raghubir Yadav, Seema Pahwa, Zakir Hussain", "runtime": "2h 1m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Bhool Chuk Maaf", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-05-23", "body": "Bhool Chuk Maaf is a rom-com with a promising logline and a concise runtime of just two hours. However, despite its light-hearted appeal and a few good moments, the film ultimately falters due to a disjointed screenplay. It works in parts but fails to come together as a satisfying whole, making it forgettable in the end.\n\nRajKummar Rao, as expected, delivers a dependable performance and remains blameless regardless of the film’s shortcoming. Wamiqa Gabbi gets a fairly substantial role and does a decent job.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/plWzFq6eVXOm8vpgJG0xUGmifHS.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9n7c2v": { "metadata": { "director": "Guy Ritchie", "cast": "John Krasinski, Natalie Portman, Eiza González, Domhnall Gleeson, Arian Moayed", "runtime": "2h 6m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Fantasy", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Fountain of Youth", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-05-25", "body": "Despite a star-studded cast and a seasoned filmmaker at the helm, Fountain of Youth is an exhausting watch — a bland and uninspired Indiana Jones imitation, lacking the charm, soul, excitement, or narrative momentum of its obvious influences.\n\nI was hoping for a solid adventure binge — it’s been a while since we had one — but this was a slog. I had to take multiple breaks just to stay awake and push through it.\n\nThe film tries hard to sell its treasure hunt, but it never feels convincing. The background score is a major letdown — bland, poorly chosen, and completely out of sync with the scenes, as if it belongs to a different film altogether.\n\nJohn Krasinski, Natalie Portman, and Eiza González star in what ultimately amounts to a wasted opportunity. Kinda hard to believe this misfire came from Guy Ritchie. His films were atleast decent.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4iWjGghUj2uyHo2Hyw8NFBvsNGm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9u7etn": { "metadata": { "director": "Gopichand Malineni", "cast": "Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Saiyami Kher, Regena Cassandrra, Vineet Kumar Singh", "runtime": "2h 33m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Jaat", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-06-04", "body": "Jaat is Gopichand Malineni’s routine Tollywood template, transplanted into Bollywood with Sunny Deol — complete with bad dialogues, poor dubbing, overly cranky audio mixing, and over-the-top action that lacks any real elevation from the background score.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/ckLSrdeg5c1lGaa1W5ZK4FrFohR.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9uxc2n": { "metadata": { "director": "Caarthick Raju", "cast": "Sree Vishnu, Ketika Sharma, Ivana, Vennela Kishore, VTV Ganesh", "runtime": "2h 7m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "#Single", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-06-06", "body": "Single is packed with spoofs and references including double meaning, peppered with one-liners that land occasionally. However, much of it feels overstuffed, with Sree Vishnu’s over-the-top performance—thankfully balanced to an extent by Vennela Kishore’s performance.\n\nIt’s a time-pass watch, but doesn’t quite make it to the ‘definitely watchable’ list be it for any of music, plot, cast performance, screenplay etc…", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/3cX5JISvLrOrwfb0gCOV7Mz7if0.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9wcdyf": { "metadata": { "director": "Abishan Jeevinth", "cast": "M. Sasikumar, Simran, Mithun Jai Sankar, Kamalesh Jegan, Yogi Babu", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Tourist Family", "year": "2025", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-06-09", "body": "“Tourist Family” is a heartwarming ride — a clean family drama packed with emotions, warmth, and fun. Not here to dissect performances or direction — it simply left me feeling good, and that’s what stayed.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rEffPihtdQXiXfRdfq7pPM5JDqa.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-9whlet": { "title": "Stolen", "year": "2023", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-06-08", "body": "#Stolen is a slow-burning yet gripping drama inspired by true events.\n\nThe film wastes no time on unnecessary setup — the plot kicks off right from the first scene. There are no flashbacks; instead, backstories are subtly revealed through conversations, which I really liked.\n\nThe entire cast delivers strong performances, but it’s ultimately Abhishek Benerjee who steals the show. His character arc — evolving from a self-centered man (telling his brother to “move on” after a loss) to someone deeply selfless (choosing to stay by his brother’s side by/in the end) — is both believable and well-written.\n\nThe film feels realistic — not just because it’s based on true events, but also in how relatable the situations are to real-world scenarios. You can’t help but place yourself in Shubham’s shoes during initial investigation.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Karan Tejpal", "cast": "Abhishek Banerjee, Shubham Vardhan, Mia Maelzer, Harish Khanna, Sahidur Rahaman", "runtime": "1h 34m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/xR5Endhjm4soY6fPgXY0jrpDZvL.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a0hh81": { "metadata": { "director": "Michael Pearce", "cast": "Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney, Domhnall Gleeson, Kyle MacLachlan, Fiona Shaw", "runtime": "1h 45m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Echo Valley", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-06-15", "body": "Julianne Moore shines in this slow-burning, otherworldly suspense thriller that offers a couple of good turns, but its overstretched runtime and routine drama make it easily forgettable.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/AsqALJWqGRgnKEo3gt1TCOF4nCM.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a3ooyr": { "metadata": { "director": "Adam Stein", "cast": "Kaitlyn Santa Juana, Teo Briones, Rya Kihlstedt, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner", "runtime": "1h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Final Destination Bloodlines", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-06-20", "body": "Finally got around to watching Final Destination: Bloodlines.\n\nThis is actually the first film in the franchise I’ve watched from start to end — unlike the others, which I only remember for their over-the-top death scenes I caught years ago.\nIt’s not a great film by any means, but if you’re just looking to kill time watching people die in horrific (and often silly) ways, this does the job.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/6WxhEvFsauuACfv8HyoVX6mZKFj.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a5eay1": { "title": "The Amateur", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-06-22", "body": "Caught #TheAmateur starring Rami Malek — kind of a dumb revenge drama when you break it down, but oddly enough, it had me hooked the whole way through. \n\nSurprisingly enjoyable.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "James Hawes", "cast": "Rami Malek, Holt McCallany, Danny Sapani, Rachel Brosnahan, Michael Stuhlbarg", "runtime": "2h 3m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "Hulu", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/SNEoUInCa5fAgwuEBMIMBGvkkh.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a5yyjt": { "metadata": { "director": "Dan Trachtenberg", "cast": "Lindsay LaVanchy, Louis Ozawa, Rick Gonzalez, Michael Biehn, Doug Cockle", "runtime": "1h 25m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Action", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Hulu", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Predator: Killer of Killers", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-06-23", "body": "Predator: Killer of Killers is an absolute badass anime original. The writing is tight, and it unfolds across three acts with a ~20-minute runtime each, culminating in a good (not satisfactory for me though) final act that ends on a cliffhanger—definitely leaves you craving a sequel (I vouch if the sequel is other as good as this or even better but not below par).\n\nI especially loved the second act, The Sword. Those 20 minutes, told entirely without dialogue, are some of the most soulfully executed sequences I’ve seen in a while. Beautifully shot—I only wish it lasted longer.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/2XDQa6EmFHSA37j1t0w88vpWqj9.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a6hacp": { "metadata": { "director": "Lokkesh Ajls", "cast": "Naveen Chandra, Abhirami, Shashank, Reyaa Hari, Dhileban", "runtime": "2h 15m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Aha" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Eleven", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-06-24", "body": "Eleven was one of those films that had the potential to be a good revenge suspense thriller, but it suffers from poor execution—and then doubles down on it.\n\nThe romantic subplot, along with the performance of the lead actress, is the weakest aspect of the film. Sometimes, it’s better to stick to what one does best — she may have been better off staying behind the scenes as a producer rather than taking on the lead role herself.\n\nMost of the performances are painfully generic, and on a technical level, the film is subpar. In fact, some Telugu and Tamil daily soaps manage to look more polished than this.\n\nThe music doesn’t help either — both the songs and the background score feel uninspired. The fight sequences in the first half seem thrown in just for the sake of it, lacking impact and realism, leaning heavily into over-the-top territory\n\nI honestly don’t understand the praise surrounding this film. At its core, it’s a basic, slow-paced revenge thriller with a decent premise and a couple of twists, but overall, it’s a snooze fest.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/zrLStjPERNYWIESwlrfBPE3jsDb.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a8rmbp": { "metadata": { "director": "Mukesh Kumar Singh", "cast": "Vishnu Manchu, Preity Mukhundhan, Akshay Kumar, Mohan Babu, Mohanlal", "runtime": "3h 2m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Fantasy", "History", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Kannappa", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-06-27", "body": "A good final 30 minutes doesn’t justify forcing the audience through 2 hours and 30 minutes of poorly executed filmmaking. Kannappa sadly falls into this trap.\n\nRight from the acting to the production design, cinematography, and music — everything feels artificial, lacking realism or any sense of believability. Ironically, it’s the writing and dialogues in the final act that bring some redemption, not the craft surrounding it.\n\nPrabhas’ character is one of the few well-written aspects of the film, and the actual story only begins with his arrival. Without that turning point, the film would’ve completely tanked.\n\nThis 1.5-star rating is solely for those final 30 minutes — surprisingly, the dialogues and performances by Vishnu, Prabhas, Mohan babu land well here, unlike the rest of the film. A few scattered scenes might work, but overall, Kannappa is a struggle to sit through. Despite the claims of a lavish budget in the media, none of it reflects on screen. The supposed New Zealand visuals are barely noticeable, and about 90% of the film relies on poorly rendered blue screen effects that only make it harder to stay invested.\n\nAs for the action sequences, they barely register any impact — it often feels like the actors are just rehearsing rather than performing with conviction. Dubbing isn’t done right.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/6LhE7IwhXgaNi33l0ltYahIB91i.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-a8uuyr": { "metadata": { "director": "Joseph Kosinski", "cast": "Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies", "runtime": "2h 36m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "F1", "year": "2025", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2025-06-27", "body": "Formula 1 is exhilarating, exciting, and wildly entertaining — a full-throttle feast of speed, races, and high-octane drama. And not to forget, the star power of Brad Pitt revs it up even further.\n\nOn the technical front, the film fires on all cylinders, from cinematography and editing to visual effects and sound design, everything is top-notch.\n\nDirector Joseph Kosinski gets the storytelling right, with a solid screenplay by Ehren Kruger that keeps things grounded yet gripping.\n\nThere’s a particular shot I loved. Cars zooming past from left to right and then right to left — all executed so seamlessly that the editing itself disappears into the action.\n\nAnd then there’s Javier Bardem — easily his best role in recent memory. He completely nails it.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vqBmyAj0Xm9LnS1xe1MSlMAJyHq.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-acok9p": { "metadata": { "director": "Ilya Naishuller", "cast": "John Cena, Idris Elba, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Paddy Considine, Carla Gugino", "runtime": "1h 57m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Heads of State", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-07-04", "body": "Heads of State holds up thanks to Idris Elba and John Cena’s solid bromance, with Priyanka Chopra syncing in well during the latter half — but what it really needed was a tighter screenplay and sharper action to stay truly engaging.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/lVgE5oLzf7ABmzyASEVcjYyHI41.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-adsexz": { "metadata": { "director": "Gareth Edwards", "cast": "Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo", "runtime": "2h 14m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Adventure", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Jurassic World Rebirth", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-07-04", "body": "Jurassic World: Rebirth wasn’t built to reignite the franchise flame, it dims it further.\n\nGareth Edwards and David Koepp fail to deliver an adventurous ride, proving once again that grand scale alone can’t uplift a film. Sure, there are a few crowd-pleasing “that’s dinosaurs!” moments, but beyond that, it’s thin. Despite the star-studded cast, there are no standout performances — more a result of the weak narrative than the talent involved.\n\nThe 3D is entirely pointless — it’s a post-converted gimmick that adds nothing. Whether Dolby or IMAX, it doesn’t justify the format. If you’re planning to watch it at all, 2D is the way to go.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vVNlJHA9hvEt1NPvvQ4Z7nVdmOF.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aeawuz": { "metadata": { "director": "Anurag Basu", "cast": "Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditya Roy Kapur", "runtime": "2h 39m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Metro... In Dino", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-06", "body": "Metro… In Dino flows on the blueprint of Life in a Metro (2007), not a direct sequel, but very much in the same spirit, updated to suit present-day dynamics.\n\nLet’s start with what could’ve been better.\n\nThe second half stands out as the film’s weaker link. As the narrative keeps adding layers, it begins to feel like it’s dragging rather than progressing — almost as if it’s resisting its own momentum. This gradual slowdown is the biggest indicator of where the film starts losing its rhythm.\nTied to that is the runtime. At 2 hours 40 minutes, the film feels stretched. A tighter cut, say around 2 hours could’ve been better, especially with how much of the storytelling already leans into the musical format.\nSpeaking of which, the musical structure is both a strength and a setback. While I personally liked the music, some dialogues folded into the songs felt diluted and pulled away emotional impact. In certain stretches, the music becomes a speed breaker rather than an enhancer.\n\nNow onto what worked well.\n\nAnurag Basu’s craft in weaving multiple stories together and bringing them to a satisfying close deserves appreciation.Among them, Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta’s arc stands out with its heartfelt realism and emotional resonance — easily the most touching segment in the film (breakdown scene).The first half flies by smoothly, with great music that blends beautifully with the storytelling. The songs hit better in the film than on a playlist.\n\nOverall, a film I enjoyed. Musical, dramatic and heartfelt, despite a few bumps along the way.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/AlmzM8CNm2fRJQW2iA9Ittwv0ig.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aexnyp": { "metadata": { "director": "Sekhar Kammula", "cast": "Dhanush, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Jim Sarbh, Rashmika Mandanna, K. Bhagyaraj", "runtime": "3h 5m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Kuberaa", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-06", "body": "Kuberaa is a decently made socio-political drama that’s presented cleanly by writer-director Shekar Kammula, though it comes with cinematic liberties and noticeable loopholes.\n\nWhile the first half moves briskly, the second half tends to drag. A tighter narration or trimmed runtime could’ve helped.\n\nPerformances from Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika, and Jim Sarbh are incredible, and DSP’s score adds emotional depth.\n\nDespite the stretch, it remains a well-acted and watchable drama.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mzd2YzCgD1vXUkjoUsfDyRt5zb4.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aj1tlf": { "title": "War 2", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-08-14", "body": "War 2 is a tedious action drama that tries to blend old-school flair with modern spy elements, but ultimately fails to deliver.\n\nIt begins on a promising note, with a Japanese backdrop and an intriguing setup—though the action in this segment already feels unconvincing. From there, it steadily loses steam due to sluggish pacing, weak screenplay, and underwhelming visual effects. The second half offers no standout moments worth remembering.\n\nThe music works in a few instances but elsewhere feels random and fails to enhance the scenes.\n\nHrithik Roshan’s undeniable screen presence and charisma are the film’s biggest strengths. Jr NTR, while attempting to match him, is let down by a poorly written character—reminiscent of his routine role in Devara. Kiara Advani is confined to a glamour role with minimal scope.\n\nAction sequences are neither convincing nor impactful, further hurt by consistently poor VFX. Even on a 2K DCP, the artificiality is glaring; imagining the same in 4K would be disastrous for a star-studded, big-budget film like this.\n\nIf you choose to watch, “it may be passable”. If you skip, you’re not missing much.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ayan Mukerji", "cast": "N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, Anil Kapoor", "runtime": "2h 53m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fxxVbjhIOl8ZPS69dH8xeeuxvmh.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aj63ab": { "title": "Coolie", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-08-14", "body": "Coolie is, quite unexpectedly, a disappointing revenge action drama from Lokesh Kanagaraj.\n\nIt has “Rajinied” moments sprinkled here and there, but the rest is left to the crows. Nagarjuna’s Kingpin Simon is underutilized, Real Star Upendra is equally wasted, and while Soubin Shahir has a good screen presence, it never quite matches the weight of his character—or vice versa (I felt exactly what Rajini himself said during the audio launch).\n\nAnirudh’s score is the film’s real USP; no matter what’s happening on screen, his thumping beats (atleast in PCX) try to pull the audience back in. A few moments are whistle-worthy, though not all.\n\nAs a standalone film, with a passable first half and a “where is this even going?” second half, Coolie fails to reach even the bare minimum expectations, leaving behind sheer disappointment.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Lokesh Kanagaraj", "cast": "Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan", "runtime": "2h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/AsFadizhZ9eV7Ci9duAYkRL4Gh7.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ajf8fn": { "title": "Eden", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-07-12", "body": "Ron Howard’s outing, inspired by true events, is a well-crafted survival thriller and a deliberate slow-burner that pays off. With stunning cinematography and powerhouse performances from Sydney Sweeney, Jude Law, Daniel Brühl, Vanessa Kirby, and Ana de Armas, the film was able to hold my attention.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ron Howard", "cast": "Sydney Sweeney, Daniel Brühl, Jude Law, Ana de Armas, Vanessa Kirby", "runtime": "2h 9m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jbFEESMVbpJU8IjZBjiWGJdEsxR.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-alaz2b": { "title": "Mahavatar Narsimha", "year": "2024", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-17", "body": "Mahavatar Narsimha serves as a commendable animated debut to the Mahavatar Universe, offering good world-building though it remains uncertain whether the upcoming Mahavatar films will build upon this narrative, intersect with it, or pursue their own independent paths. The film presents decent visual design, and moments that successfully uplift the audience. \n\nWhile the first half unfolds at a slow and steady pace, the second half finds its rhythm—delivering impactful sequences and action-driven moments that make the latter portion considerably more engaging and brisk.\n\nIt stands as a good film, and with its box office success already, the expectation is that future installments will elevate the experience further with even stronger visual craftsmanship.\n\nI will go with 3.25.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ashwin Kumar", "cast": "Harjeet Walia, Aditya Raj Sharma, Haripriya Matta, Sanket Jaiswal, Priyanka Bhandari", "runtime": "2h 11m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Action", "Fantasy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uGTF87VyfjtwwqRlT2apQg5YnEp.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ancngh": { "title": "The Bad Guys", "year": "2022", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-19", "body": "The Bad Guys is a slick and entertaining animated heist caper that blends style, humor, and charm with ease. \n\nThe film thrives on its simple but greatly executed plot, boosted by witty writing and well-rounded characterizations that keep the momentum flowing. Every member of the quirky crew stands out, making the story engaging while never losing its playful energy. With its cool pacing and sharp presentation, it’s a film that delivers lighthearted fun without ever feeling shallow — an effortlessly enjoyable watch for both kids and adults.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Pierre Perifel", "cast": "Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos", "runtime": "1h 40m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Animation", "Comedy", "Crime", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/7qop80YfuO0BwJa1uXk1DXUUEwv.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-anjie7": { "title": "Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit", "year": "2025", "rating": "1", "date": "2025-08-20", "body": "Chose not to talk about this film, but I had to log to keep the track of films I watched.\n\nIn short, Hari Hara Veera Mallu holds up decently until the pre-climax, after which it completely loses track—diving into a muddled narrative weighed down by cartoonish VFX and exhausting, over-the-top action.\n\nWhile it is Pawan Kalyan who keeps the show afloat, the film collapses under creative differences, poor directional choices, and uninspired cinematography. Add to that the lead actor’s parallel responsibilities as Deputy CM delaying shoots, and what we get is a collaborative disaster in the making.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Jyothi Krishna", "cast": "Pawan Kalyan, Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nassar, Sunil Varma", "runtime": "2h 41m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mKM3yC7kepjfs8A723dqd9hOky8.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-annmxd": { "title": "The Bad Guys 2", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-20", "body": "The Bad Guys 2 follows in the footsteps of its prequel, offering another entertaining ride. With a straightforward yet engaging plot, the film balances comedy, action, and a neat twist, making it a fun sequel that doesn’t lose sight of what worked the first time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Pierre Perifel", "cast": "Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos", "runtime": "1h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Family", "Comedy", "Crime", "Adventure", "Animation" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/26oSPnq0ct59l07QOXZKyzsiRtN.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-anz12f": { "title": "Bring Her Back", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-08-21", "body": "Philippou brothers Bring Her Back is a slow-burn psychological gore-thriller that thrives on strong performances and a unique narrative style but doesn’t fully land. \n\nWhile the story, an aged woman trying to resurrect her dead daughter by channeling her soul into a new body through a boy possessed by a rogue supernatural entity—has intrigue, the film takes too long to dive into the actual plot, feels tedious at points with little new to offer, and its climax, whether intended as happy or tragic, leaves much to be desired.\n\nA decent one-time watch, but not a film that lingers beyond, as it caters to a very specific set of audiences rather than all.\n\nIf you haven’t watched the Philippou brothers’ last outing Talk to Me, give it a try—you may find it more gripping than Bring Her Back, or perhaps the other way around depending on your taste.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Danny Philippou", "cast": "Billy Barratt, Sally Hawkins, Mischa Heywood, Jonah Wren Phillips, Stephen Phillips", "runtime": "1h 44m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fp4PvxoWb9bwsvInicJPXByj4CS.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aoanqj": { "title": "The Map That Leads to You", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-08-22", "body": "Romance dramas often thrive on the promise of fresh emotion, yet The Map That Leads to You walks a path we’ve traveled countless times before.\n\nWhere the film does succeed, however, is in the effortless chemistry between Madelyn Cline and KJ Apa. Their dynamic gives the story a pulse it otherwise struggles to maintain.\n\nThat said, this film never truly disappoints. It’s not groundbreaking, but it doesn’t pretend to be. For viewers who enjoy seeing two charming leads share believable screen presence, this film delivers just enough to justify a one-time watch.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Lasse Hallström", "cast": "Madelyn Cline, KJ Apa, Sofia Wylie, Madison Thompson, Orlando Norman", "runtime": "1h 36m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uwvKQIjJpC37IEsEj4ZAn1ITyRy.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-aurpxr": { "title": "Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-08-30", "body": "Lokah is a good supernatural action-comedy drama, carried by the charming screen presence of lead pair Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen, with strong support from Sandy as the antagonist and Salim Kumar as the hero’s friend.\n\nThe first half moves a bit slowly but does a fair job of world-building with a passable screenplay, never really dragging. The second half picks up pace, yet the film closes with an ending that feels somewhat unsatisfying to me — almost as if it had the potential to be much bigger than what it turned out to be. On the action front, whatever is there works well, but the film doesn’t lean heavily into it, as the focus stays more on narrative, suspense, buildup, and fun. Cameos add to the enjoyment.\n\nOn the technical front, sound design/score (Jakes Bejoy & team) and cinematography (Nimish Ravi) deserve appreciation, both standing out for their top-notch quality. Even the visual effects look cool and polished, unlike the often cartoonish style seen in many big-budget films.\n\nOn the whole, since this is the beginning of the Lokah universe, it’s set up well, even sprinkling hints about who might return, though it’s still unclear where it all leads.A good outing from the Malayalam industry, and congratulations to Dominic Arun and Santhy for their great work in writing and direction.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Dominic Arun", "cast": "Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen K. Gafoor, Sandy, Chandu Salimkumar, Arun Kurian", "runtime": "2h 31m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yCiI6nszBU9nn3xqu8l3pNZR2Er.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-avfm8z": { "title": "Param Sundari", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-08-31", "body": "Param Sundari is all about finding a soulmate through the help of an app, and all the romance throughout the film lacks soul.\n\nYup, I said it. Although the on-screen chemistry between Sidharth Malhotra & Janhvi Kapoor is there, it doesn’t raise any sparks. In fact, I fell sleepy in between. The two-hour movie felt like I was watching it for an entire day, and it just doesn’t give up on completing already.\n\nBeing a routine rom-com, it doesn’t offer anything fresh in story or making, just some moments here and there, hence the chemistry couldn’t uplift the same. I’m not a Malayali, but I felt the authenticity that Malayalam places or people usually carry was missing here. Score is good, so is cinematography.\n\nHad it had a good story, at least some engaging drama, it could’ve been a good one.\n\nIt’s up to you to watch or not, but honestly, you won’t be missing anything if you skip it.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Tushar Jalota", "cast": "Sidharth Malhotra, Janhvi Kapoor, Manjot Singh, Sanjay Kapoor, Inayat Verma", "runtime": "2h 16m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uLPUsH3Fwe6mAU7n6WpMSDLdYCm.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ayh6xp": { "title": "The Conjuring: Last Rites", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-09-05", "body": "The Conjuring: Last Rites turns out to be more drama than horror. The plot ties back to the time when the Warrens had just welcomed their daughter Judy, while investigating a case and in the present, the spirit/demon from that very case returns to haunt their lives, bringing the story full circle.\n\nThe first half sets things up well in the beginning but digs big into the Warrens’ family drama with few good moments in between. The second half offers plenty more but drags at times, with the emotional bits acting as a speed breaker.\n\nOn the technical side, sound design plays a huge role, and watching it at Prasads with Dolby Atmos really elevated the chills, especially in the different sequences containing dolls (no spoilers!). Performances were ok, and the visuals plus lighting looked fantastic.\n\nOverall, The Conjuring 4 is definitely an improvement over the previous dud in the franchise, but still doesn’t come close to the level of the first two classics.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Michael Chaves", "cast": "Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga, Mia Tomlinson, Ben Hardy, Rebecca Calder", "runtime": "2h 16m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Max", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/byWgphT74ClOVa8EOGzYDkl8DVL.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-b2q6dp": { "title": "Mirai", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-09-12", "body": "Mirai feels ambiguous on paper but turns stale on screen. With poor VFX, a dragged-out narrative, very few high points, and several flaws, this so-called ‘Pan-India’ movie ends up being a one-time watch at best, if not, nothing really hurts to skip it.\n\nI’d like to begin with Gowra Hari’s score. While it’s thumping throughout the movie, it rarely connects with what’s unfolding on the silver screen.\n\nSpeaking of the leads’ performances - Teja Sajja and Manoj—their hero-villain dynamic never feels fully convincing. The characters seem mismatched, leaving the impression that stronger casting choices might have elevated the film a bit.\n\nDirector/writer/cinematographer Karthik Ghattamaneni, despite being a DoP specialist, never really delivers breathtaking visual moments in the film. Maybe it’s just my big-screen experience, but every frame felt overloaded with grain or clear noticeable CGI. When effects are this obvious, there’s no need for the tag to remind us.\n\nOverall, it might work as a one-time watch, but otherwise stands as a misfired attempt at a mythical fantasy drama.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Karthik Ghattamaneni", "cast": "Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, Raj Zutshi, Rana Daggubati", "runtime": "2h 46m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Adventure", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/dDgpfg5DMIYcUKtTFtSHty8CWkr.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-b2wymt": { "title": "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-09-12", "body": "Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle picks up right where the Hashira Training Arc left off and throws you straight into the action. The visuals (animation) and sound design are absolutely fantastic. While it does feel lengthy at times and the pacing can be a bit slow, overall it delivers a well-balanced mix of action, emotion, and drama that makes it worth sitting through and enjoying.\n\nWhat I enjoy most about this anime is how it gives every main character — even the demons — a meaningful backstory. This one continues that tradition with a great arc for Upper Rank Three, Akaza, bringing his journey to a fitting and impactful close.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Haruo Sotozaki", "cast": "Natsuki Hanae, Takahiro Sakurai, Akira Ishida, Hiro Shimono, Yoshimasa Hosoya", "runtime": "2h 36m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Animation", "Action", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Crunchyroll" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fWVSwgjpT2D78VUh6X8UBd2rorW.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-b2yjl3": { "title": "Kishkindhapuri", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-09-11", "body": "Kishkindhapuri is a decent horror thriller where the narrative itself plays both hero and villain as it drives the film forward but also drags it down with its own plot/screenplay by writer, director Koushik.\n\nAfter a 15–20 minute slow start, the first half picks up well, diving into the main plot with nicely executed horror sequences and a smooth flow that builds toward a good intermission, setting up the later half.\n\nThe second half, however, turns uneven, while a couple of twists and jump scares work, much of it feels below average and uninteresting by the time it ends.\n\nPerformances from Sai Sreenivas, Anupama and rest of cast… are decent, but with the film being horror-centric, there isn’t much scope to highlight (A character stood out for me, villain/ghost, I don’t know if that person has been showcased in teaser/interviews etc.. but I wouldn’t spoil it)\n\n(Update: 15/09 - Since the makers have already revealed the secret character, Sandy Master has been excelling in his assigned roles (this film, Leo, Lokah) and I feel he might even receive a national award for his performance someday.)\n\nThe sound design stands out, though the background score felt just passable.\n\nAlthough the runtime is just about 2 hours, the second half tends to feel stretched with a few extra minutes. Still, overall, Kishkindhapuri manages to be a decent watch.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Koushik Pegallapati", "cast": "Bellamkonda Srinivas, Anupama Parameswaran, Nellore Sudharshan, Sandy, Hyper Adhi", "runtime": "2h 5m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Thriller", "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uRQ31dXsGHbiubJdObhGVzDiH3n.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-b3kzqr": { "title": "Honey Don't!", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-09-14", "body": "Honey Don’t is a neo-noir drama that dazzles with its visual quality but struggles to offer an engaging story.\n\nMargaret Qualley is magnetic as Honey O’Donahue, stealing the show with her presence, while Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans bring charm in brief but impactful guest roles.\n\nThe plot itself is quite simple—aiming to be fun, dramatic, and twisty—but the execution leaves you questioning whether you’re watching it for the narrative, the performances, or simply because you’ve already started and feel the need to see it through. For me, it felt flat and uninteresting, but thankfully, at under 90 minutes, it didn’t overstay its welcome.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ethan Coen", "cast": "Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, Lera Abova, Jacnier", "runtime": "1h 29m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Rent / Buy" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/fJm3kmd9NLZWypMas7g34oNFgbk.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-b5imtb": { "title": "Weapons", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2025-09-17", "body": "Weapons is a unique thriller that unfolds its story through character-centric chapters, each arc gradually leading into the main plot and climax. However, the deliberately slow-paced screenplay ends up feeling like the film’s true villain.\n\nI feel quite neutral about director Zach Cregger’s filmmaking here — on one hand, I want to appreciate his approach, but on the other, I can’t help but question the choice of such slow pacing. Sound design is great.\n\nJulia Garner, Josh, Austin, Wong, Alden, Cary and especially Amy Madigan, all deliver terrific performances that elevate the film.\n\nThere are a couple of jump scares I truly didn’t see coming, and the surprise factor made them work really well.\n\nJust a note — the 2:17 time stamp shows kids being controlled while performing certain rituals, as presented in the film, it doesn’t actually signify anything. So if you’re trying to dissect this moment for a deeper theory, don’t.\n\nWeapons has a clever structure, strong performances, and flashes of surprise, but its slow pacing keeps it from being as sharp as it could have been.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Zach Cregger", "cast": "Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Benedict Wong", "runtime": "2h 9m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cpf7vsRZ0MYRQcnLWteD5jK9ymT.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-baproj": { "title": "They Call Him OG", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-09-24", "body": "The film rides high on poor-quality visuals, loud and jarring sound design, middling action, and soulless emotion.\n\nIf you’re a fan, don’t cuss me — I’m equally disappointed as a Pawan Kalyan fan.\n\nThis is first and foremost a missed opportunity from Sujeeth. As a fanboy and filmmaker, he had every chance to deliver something big. Instead, he chose the safe route — and still failed.\n\nPawan Kalyan — the firestorm — commands the screen with his presence, gets some fan-boy elevation shots, but is ultimately both over-utilized and underutilized.\n\nThe rest of the cast is just fine, never truly impactful — including Emraan Hashmi’s Omi.\n\n“Elevation” scenes make sense only when they emerge organically from drama. But when they’re inserted just because a prominent actor is on screen, it’s trash. OG repeatedly falls into this trap.\n\nThe first half flows on a single point — the “container with OG everywhere.” The second half improves slightly with some world-building and backdrop, yet again circles back to the same point — “container with OG everywhere.”\n\nAnd that’s the irony — the name OG is everywhere, but the man himself rarely is.\n\nThaman’s background score is the only technical element that grabs your attention — for better or worse. It dominates everything, making it impossible to avoid or ignore.\n\nThe dubbing and lip-sync are consistently out of place. Cinematography shines in parts, but overall the quality is shockingly subpar, especially from a production house that once made RRR.\n\nAt the end of the day, it’s a lousy action drama. I won’t be surprised if the makers later try to pull the crowd with “better effects” or added scenes. If you’re a PK fan, you might find enough to be satisfied. But for regular viewers, ask yourself if routine action dramas with a dragged-out narrative are really your cup of tea.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Sujeeth", "cast": "Pawan Kalyan, Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Prakash Raj, Sriya Reddy", "runtime": "2h 35m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yHyvS4OMq8oij11Co9CbeMqLUo2.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bbib9f": { "title": "Hridayapoorvam", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-09-27", "body": "#Hridayapoorvam - is a slow-paced family drama with a clean presentation and some funny moments, but it feels like a short episode unnecessarily stretched to ten times its runtime.\n\nThe film’s main drawback is its predictable, routine nature, the narrative flows without surprises or moments to look forward to. Mohanlal delivers a classy act as a naughty unmarried bachelor, especially shining in the humor portions. Malavika Mohanan is impressive, with Sangeeth and Sangitha lending solid support. The occasional humor and performances keep the film afloat, but had the writing been more dramatic instead of flat, this could’ve been something else.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Sathyan Anthikad", "cast": "Mohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Sangita, Sangeeth Prathap, Siddique", "runtime": "2h 31m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy", "Drama", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/j6M2odS1RqGEUPKirIvB1VZ9i6Y.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bohcrz": { "title": "Telusu Kada", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-10-17", "body": "“Telusu Kada” is a romantic melodrama powered by Star Boy Siddhu’s truly “Star” performance that carries the film throughout.\n\nThe opening few minutes give off a pleasant, feel-good vibe, but once the actual plot kicks in, it turns into a mixed bag. Some portions click, while most feel stretched and could’ve been written much better.\n\nRaashii Khanna is impressive and adds depth to the narrative, while Srinidhi Shetty’s character felt underwhelming and left me a bit disappointed. Harsha’s screen presence is another plus.\n\nThaman’s songs were instant chartbusters even before release and were well picturized on screen. The background score tied well with the songs, but the elevation themes didn’t feel convincing — mainly because those elevation scenes themselves felt unnecessary and out of place.\n\nCinematography is great, capturing the mood and tone effectively. Director-writer Neeraja Kona, despite coming up with a good concept, leaves a few loopholes along the way. Some dialogues land perfectly, and overall, it’s a decent outing for her as a director — she can definitely do better next time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Neeraja Kona", "cast": "Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Srinidhi Shetty, Raashii Khanna, Harsha Chemudu, Sanjay Swaroop", "runtime": "2h 12m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/up78q9ZcU4UK45rZ6VxAFvoqPWr.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bozcoh": { "title": "Homebound", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-11-23", "body": "Homebound is a beautifully crafted drama, powered by immersive performances that foreground the characters and their emotional journeys rather than the actors themselves. That said, this is very much a film for a select audience those who appreciate slow-burn storytelling or native, rooted dramas over modern, stylish commercial entertainers.\n\nThe film is gorgeously shot, with thoughtful direction and cinematography that capture intimate moments. While the mid-section does linger a bit too long, slowing the pace noticeably for about 15–30 minutes—it regains its rhythm soon after. \n\nThe narrative carries a quiet emotional weight, especially in how elements of the true story are woven into the larger arc. For me, it’s not clear whether the film intended to chronicle the entire journey or fit in the tragedy aspect, but what it chooses to show, it presents with sincerity.\n\nTalking about Ishaan Khatter, there’s one standout moment where he, holding so much within himself, finally explodes with a single, charged word—‘Sir.’ That one-word eruption, paired with the weary glance he throws at the people he’s long been fed up with, genuinely sent chills down my spine.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Neeraj Ghaywan", "cast": "Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, Janhvi Kapoor, Shalini Vatsa, Pankaj Dubey", "runtime": "2h 2m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/vyezjSvSdLO0bvr6jSNuFi6yuiw.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bq2lcx": { "title": "Train Dreams", "year": "2025", "rating": "4.5", "date": "2025-11-25", "body": "I’m genuinely glad that I’ve witnessed a masterpiece in 2025. I’m not sure if I’ll remember this movie years from now or even revisit it, but Train Dreams is the kind of film that quietly draws you in. Watching it felt like being placed somewhere alongside Joel Edgerton’s Robert — living his small pocket of happiness, his silence, his solitude, and the shifting world around him.\n\nThis film is narrated, showcased, and presented with such elegance that it’s hard to look away. Its choice of the 1.43 aspect ratio—one of my favourite formats for the sheer immersion it offers—is used beautifully here. The cinematography doesn’t just fill the frame; it makes the frame feel open, alive, and endlessly absorbing. I genuinely couldn’t look away.\n\nEdgerton, Felicity Jones, William H. Macy, and the rest of the cast anchor the film with a warmth that feels lived-in, not performed.\n\nThere’s a moment that defines the entire experience for me. William H. Macy’s character looks out and says:\n\nArn: “Beautiful, ain’t it? Just beautiful.”\nRobert: “What is, Arn?”\nArn: “All of it. Every bit of it.”\n\nThat exchange captures the soul of the movie. If I ever had to explain Train Dreams to someone in just a single moment, this is the one I’d show them—because the film truly is beautiful, every bit of it.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Clint Bentley", "cast": "Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, Nathaniel Arcand, Clifton Collins Jr., John Diehl", "runtime": "1h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jnaOmD9PmAkNjgVtCn17o7clOYe.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bucy5r": { "title": "Frankenstein", "year": "2025", "rating": "4", "date": "2025-12-02", "body": "Frankenstein is a visual spectacle, filled with stunning set pieces, a slow yet briefly dazzling narrative, and a surprisingly big heart.\nOscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Jacob Elordi deliver brilliant performances throughout.\nCredit is also due to writer-director Guillermo del Toro, cinematographer Dan Laustsen, and VFX supervisor Dennis Berardi for crafting such an outstanding piece of cinema.\nPersonally, I felt that had the mid-section been paced a little faster, the film could have been even better than it already is for me.\nThis Film is currently Streaming on Netflix.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Guillermo del Toro", "cast": "Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Christoph Waltz, Mia Goth, Felix Kammerer", "runtime": "2h 30m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Fantasy", "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/g4JtvGlQO7DByTI6frUobqvSL3R.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bxazsn": { "title": "A House of Dynamite", "year": "2025", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2025-10-29", "body": "A House Of Dynamite is a tense survival drama that unfolds through four different perspectives — each leading up to one major, incoming catastrophe. But the real question is… was it even worth showing?\nWith a star-studded cast including Rebecca Ferguson, Idris Elba, Ramos, Great, and Willa, the film surely has no shortage of talent. The cinematography stands out — especially the fluid camera movements that rarely stay still, adding a kinetic edge to the storytelling.\nWhile the film tries its best to maintain tension, it often feels repetitive — almost like an endurance test. At one point, you might just want to yell, “Cut the chase and show me what finally happens!”\nUnfortunately, the climax left me disappointed. The open-ended finish felt like a cop-out, forcing us to imagine our own conclusion. I couldn’t help but think — why make the audience sit through two hours only to end with nothing resolved? You’re no Inception.\nStill, it’s fine — just my thoughts. A decent one-off that could’ve been much better… but it is what it is.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Kathryn Bigelow", "cast": "Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts", "runtime": "1h 52m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/eB3Tl6xo9VNiN6YIi9XV44v6dab.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-by0ae7": { "title": "Dhurandhar", "year": "2025", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2025-12-07", "body": "Dhurandhar is a long, fine-grained spy–action political revenge drama — and I hope I’ve covered everything there. Throw in a touch of romance too, and that’s the flavour of it.\n\nWhere does one even start?\nShashwat Sachdev’s banger musical score?\nThe star-studded powerhouse performances?\nThe enthralling screenplay and crackling dialogues spread across a hefty 3½ hours?\nOr that exciting 1–2 minute mid-credit sequence (tease) that leaves you itching for more?\n\nLet’s start at the top — Writer, Director & Producer Adithya Dhar.\nHis direction is brilliant. The close-up shots feel intimate and intentional, the environments feel lived-in, the song placements are smart, the action staging is energetic, and the performances he draws from his cast are outstanding.\nIf there’s a complaint, it’s a few visual dips — the green-screen moment, a few shots, and some overactive camera movement in certain action scenes. Also, why Bollywood still delivers films in 2K is a mystery I’ll be loudly complaining about forever.\n\nShashwat Sachdev’s score and songs are absolutely bang-on.\nThe album was already a chartbuster, but the background score adds an even stronger vibe to the proceedings. Amazing work.\n\nRanveer Singh, R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal and the entire cast perform brilliantly. They breathe their characters like they are them — and the result is genuinely charming.\n\nAbout that 3½-hour runtime — I didn’t mind it. There’s so much happening, and its constant engagement becomes one of the film’s biggest USPs.\n\nAnd yes… I’m already down for Revenge coming in March 2026.\n\nHoping Bollywood’s 8-week theatrical window means we get at least a month with Part 1 on Netflix— maybe late January or early February — giving enough breathing room before Part 2 arrives.\n\nI’m absolutely in to see how this all unfolds.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Aditya Dhar", "cast": "Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt", "runtime": "3h 34m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/snBOuXDdhmTvlzMUvP9Em3Pp1u1.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-bzqz05": { "title": "The Girlfriend", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-12-09", "body": "Finished \"The GirlFriend\" on Netflix. Apart from the finale stage sequence (b/w Rashmika Nailed in here), nothing really clicked (\"for me\"). A story that should've stayed tight felt over-elaborated, with the consequences playing out in a forced way. A mix of few meaningful moments and outright cinematic liberties.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Rahul Ravindran", "cast": "Rashmika Mandanna, Dheekshith Shetty, Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, Rohini", "runtime": "2h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/8cYve5muYPeWKvSEfFdkmWDyyDa.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-c6rvpl": { "title": "Avatar: Fire and Ash", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-12-19", "body": "Avatar: Fire and Ash is undeniably ambitious in its technical reach, but it’s also where the film begins to undermine itself. What should elevate the experience instead becomes a distraction — an inconsistent sound mix that overwhelms key moments, an HFR presentation that repeatedly breaks immersion (too much camera moments, it wasn’t the case with A2), and a screenplay that feels stretched thin beneath the weight of spectacle. For all its engineering marvels, the film struggles to find emotional and narrative balance, ultimately sinking under the very technical choices meant to sustain it.\n\nGetting into specifics, The Way of Water and Fire and Ash definitely feel like fragments of a single narrative that was never meant to be stretched into a two-part saga. What unfolds instead is an excess of drama that ultimately leads to a bloated and underwhelming final act — one that offers little in terms of novelty or progression.\n\nHad the narrative been more disciplined — trimming redundant drama and superfluous action across both films — the result could have been a tightly constructed, compelling three-hour feature, rather than a drawn-out six to seven hour sprawl spread across two installments.\n\nBoth new and returning characters are gradually sidelined, reduced to functional presence as the film narrows its focus almost exclusively on the central leads. While portions of the emotional drama do register, much of it feels unnecessary — either overextended or narratively expendable. The action, despite its scale, rarely delivers true “wow” moments, lacking the visceral impact one expects from a franchise of this magnitude.\n\nVisually, the film remains its most reliable asset — enough to sustain attention till the end — yet even here, the sense of discovery has diminished. Much of what’s on display feels like a rehash of imagery and spectacle already explored in previous installments. Which inevitably raises the question: what’s new? The answer, unfortunately, is very little. In that sense, Fire and Ash stands as the weakest entry so far — a sequel that feels less like an evolution and more like an obligation.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "James Cameron", "cast": "Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin", "runtime": "3h 18m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Adventure", "Fantasy" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/bRBeSHfGHwkEpImlhxPmOcUsaeg.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-c7jsrh": { "title": "The Great Flood", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-12-19", "body": "Kinda liked the trailer, I decided to watch this on Netflix and man….\n\nThe movie technically feels like it ends within the first 30–40 minutes, only to instantly reboot itself. Those initial 30–40 minutes felt like I’d already sat through the entire 1h 48m runtime… and then I realized I wasn’t even halfway through—while already exhausted.\n\nWhat starts off as a natural-disaster survival thriller film suddenly veers into sci-fi territory (not a spoiler, just a heads-up about what this movie isn’t actually about). The visuals are underwhelming, though the performances are decent.\n\nBy the end, I’m not even sure what the film was trying to say—and honestly, I wouldn’t put in even 1% effort to figure it out. AI, human colonization, or whatever else it was trying to be… hard pass.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Kim Byung-woo", "cast": "Kim Da-mi, Park Hae-soo, Kwon Eun-seong, Jeon Hye-jin, Park Byung-eun", "runtime": "1h 47m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Adventure", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/1tUOZQDgZaGqZtrB21MieiXARL2.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-c8nvzh": { "title": "Good Boy", "year": "2025", "rating": "2", "date": "2025-12-20", "body": "After a couple of disastrous experiences with Shudder originals in the past, I decided to give #GoodBoy a chance.\n\nDespite its short one-hour runtime, the film is extremely slow-paced. Since the narrative is told through the eyes of a dog, many viewers may find it even more difficult to sit through or stay fully engaged.\n\nIt’s a supernatural horror-drama that turns out to be reasonably decent (not fully though), with a couple of effective jump scares — something I genuinely didn’t expect, given how low my expectations were going in. The film does manage to stage certain situations well, using both darkness and light to build atmosphere.\n\nThere isn’t much more to say beyond that. If you’re interested, you can give it a try (I watched it at 1.25x speed), but even then, the pacing still feels sluggish. So..🤷🏻‍♂️", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ben Leonberg", "cast": "Shane Jensen, Arielle Friedman, Larry Fessenden, Stuart Rudin, Anya Krawcheck", "runtime": "1h 13m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Shudder" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/daInKxjoRNLFWIus64fHAy91V0k.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cawxhd": { "title": "Now You See Me: Now You Don't", "year": "2025", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2025-12-22", "body": "Now You See Me: Now You Don’t plays out like a hollow heist exercise, offering neither a clever plot nor the illusion of cinematic magic. What should’ve dazzled instead feels flat, and forgettable.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ruben Fleischer", "cast": "Jesse Eisenberg, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, Justice Smith, Rosamund Pike", "runtime": "1h 52m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/oD3Eey4e4Z259XLm3eD3WGcoJAh.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-caxyqv": { "title": "Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-01-12", "body": "Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is thoroughly Chiranjeevi’s show, supported by a well-placed cameo from Venkatesh, Nayanthara doing what she does best, and Anil Ravipudi’s trademark family-friendly comedy drama.\n\nThe film kicks off straight away with the lead’s introduction, wasting no time on unnecessary setup. Chiranjeevi once again proves why he’s an all-round performer—his comedy, humour, and sarcastic timing never misfire and work effectively here as well.\n\nOne of the film’s biggest strengths is that, despite being routine and having its share of flaws, it clearly knows where it’s headed. Unlike some recent big-ticket films where scenes felt forced, this one maintains purpose. The direction feels fresh enough to make it a passable commercial entertainer, and whenever the pace dips, there’s always a filler scene to keep things moving.\n\nBeems Ceciroleo’s background score and music deserve a special mention. I wasn’t expecting his work to sync so well with the film, especially considering his previous outings followed a similar tempo, but here it fits nicely.\n\nThere’s noticeable use of green/blue screen in several scenes, though it doesn’t really hurt the film as a whole. Cinematography is good and complements the narrative well.\n\nOverall, a familiar yet decently handled commercial entertainer that plays to its strengths.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Anil Ravipudi", "cast": "Chiranjeevi, Nayanthara, Venkatesh, Catherine Tresa, Harsha Vardhan", "runtime": "2h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Comedy", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sfj6SLSzbzHN2633HcqabHFJz5y.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cgevhp": { "title": "The Rip", "year": "2026", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2026-01-17", "body": "Seeeshhhhh — this is how thrillers are meant to be made.\n\nThe RIP doesn’t waste a single second easing you in. From its opening moments, the film lunges straight into tension, danger and chaos — and refuses to let go until the final frame. The adrenaline rush it delivers is raw, relentless, and deeply satisfying, the kind that reminds you why crime thrillers exist in the first place.\n\nWhat truly elevates the experience is the reunion of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Their long-standing creative brotherhood brings an unspoken confidence to the screen. There’s a natural rhythm between them — lived-in, instinctive, and reassuring — that adds an extra layer of credibility to the madness unfolding around them. You trust them, and that trust pulls you deeper into the ride.\n\nThe real backbone of this film is its razor-sharp execution. Writer-director Joe Carnahan deserves full credit here. In a genre where attention can slip in seconds, he keeps the grip tight with a screenplay that prioritizes momentum and tension over unnecessary exposition. The plot moves with purpose, the twists land cleanly, and the suspense never feels manufactured.And then there’s the action — refreshingly real. No hollow slow-motion, no weightless punches. Every chase, every hit, every fire feels grounded and choreographed with intent. It’s gritty, and convincing — a welcome departure from the glossy, superficial action that has become far too common in recent years.\n\nSimply put, I loved it.And chances are, you might too. If crime, suspense, and edge-of-the-seat thrillers are your genre, The RIP deserves a spot on your watchlist. Give it a shot — this is Netflix doing it right.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Joe Carnahan", "cast": "Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Teyana Taylor, Steven Yeun, Catalina Sandino Moreno", "runtime": "1h 53m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller", "Crime" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/4wsYWH73Hb1B6noGIFaRQSAkuXj.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cgnedz": { "title": "Anaganaga Oka Raju", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-01-17", "body": "Anaganaga Oka Raju turns out to be yet another hollow exercise from Sithara Entertainments. What makes this outing more disappointing is that Naveen Polishetty, despite being the film’s backbone as the lead actor, falters badly as its writer.\n\nThis movie is clearly made as a family entertainer, where logic is supposed to take a backseat and emotions, love, and drama should do the work. Sadly, none of these things connect. The emotions feel unreal, the drama feels forced, and the film never really clicks.\n\nThe first half is somewhat okay. There are a few decent laughs here and there, mostly because of Naveen’s timing and screen presence. But once the second half starts, the film becomes really hard to sit through. The comedy feels forced, the story becomes extremely predictable, and there’s nothing new or interesting happening on screen.\n\nMeenakshi Chaudhary is decent in her role and does whatever she can with what she’s given. Honestly, if this film didn’t have Naveen Polishetty as the hero, it might have seen empty theatres right from the first day. That says a lot—both good and bad—about how much the film depends on him.\n\nProduction-wise, Sithara Entertainments does a good job with sets and visuals. But lately, their films look good without actually being good. The quality seems limited to set pieces, not the story or execution.\n\nA major letdown is the music and background score by Mickey J Meyer. The background score is loud and constantly playing, no matter what’s happening in the scene. It becomes annoying very quickly. There’s even a scene near the climax where an “elevation” score is played while the hero is actually being shown as weak—it’s so badly placed that it feels unintentionally funny. Out of the three songs, only one works; the rest feel misplaced and could’ve been easily trimmed.\n\nAnd before anyone brings up logic issues—yes, there are plenty of loopholes. But that’s not even the main problem. The film’s biggest issue is that even the comedy doesn’t work.\n\nOverall, AOR is a noisy, routine film that survives only because of its lead actor—and even that isn’t enough to make it worth the time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Maari", "cast": "Naveen Polishetty, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Rao Ramesh, Tarak Ponnappa, Goparaju Ramana", "runtime": "2h 27m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/iCzGY1JD4DXqAjDKhsesKzs9vdK.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-clhgrr": { "title": "Eternity", "year": "2025", "rating": "4", "date": "2026-01-01", "body": "Eternity is a beautiful rom-com by David Freyne set in a safe, otherworldly space where love is tested before eternity begins.\n\nI randomly started watching it, having completely forgotten that I’d ever seen the teaser or trailer, and was instantly hooked by the concept. The way this twisted love story unfolds is handled well, keeping you invested while slowly unpacking what forever really means (in different aspects obviously).\n\nI wish I could say more, but my thoughts on this film might keep growing with time. What stayed with me the most is its quiet belief that love which grows, changes, and deepens over time is far more powerful than any love that could’ve simply existed—or even been dreamed of.\n\nElizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller steal the show with their incredible performances while Callum Turner, Da’vince Joy, John add great supporting cast.\n\nIf you’re into slow-burn rom-coms with subtle drama, this one’s for you.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "David Freyne", "cast": "Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, Callum Turner, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, John Early", "runtime": "1h 54m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Apple TV+" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/yiwGcjfDKXD5PqQnyKUU9kspWQQ.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cnrlg7": { "title": "Dhandoraa", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-01-24", "body": "Set in a rural village, Dhandoraa is a well-crafted social drama that approaches caste not merely as a rigid hierarchy, but as a deeply embedded social inheritance. \n\nThe film’s strength lies in its perspective: caste is portrayed as a collective disease—one that corrodes not just the oppressed, but also those who benefit from the system. By refusing to frame the issue in binaries, the narrative exposes how prejudice seeps across so-called lower and upper castes alike.\n\nOne of the film’s most impressive achievements is its narrative confidence. The storytelling shifts fluidly between the present, the past, and even memories nested within memories—without the explanatory cues. Despite this structural complexity, it never disoriented me. The transitions feel organic, a testament to disciplined writing and assured direction.\n\nWhile caste remains the film’s spine, movie broadens its scope with quiet elegance. Interwoven into the main narrative are a couple struggling to get married (fear from caste differences), a father weighed down by generations of caste oppression, a marginalized woman fighting for her daughter’s future, and the simmering politics that govern village life. These threads are not stitched together for convenience; they flow naturally, each feeding into the other, creating a lived-in and believable ecosystem.\n\nThe film does stumble at times. The love track and certain dramatic passages briefly slow the pace, softening the narrative momentum. Yet, when it matters most, it finds its footing again, delivering thematic highs with precision rather than excess.\n\nThe latter half is particularly elevated by its dialogues—measured, resonant, and quietly powerful. They don’t chase applause but linger in thought. \n\nPerformances across the board are uniformly strong, with every actor inhabiting their role with restraint and authenticity, reinforcing the film’s grounded tone and rural realism.\n\nI would say Dhandoraa is a sincere outing. Taking both its strengths and shortcomings into account, it stands as a good village drama—one that speaks honestly, observes keenly, and leaves behind a sense of truth rather than spectacle.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Murali Kanth Devasoth", "cast": "Sivaji Sontineni, Navdeep, Bindu Madhavi, Ravi Krishna, Manika", "runtime": "2h 16m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/hs3wQWyXPQEHxnMjXOXRoHY0dOG.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cpndyl": { "title": "Naari Naari Naduma Murari", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-01-26", "body": "Nari Nari Naduma Murari is a long but watchable commercial romantic comedy that mostly plays it safe. It doesn’t surprise much, but it manages to entertain in parts.\n\nDirector Ram Abbaraju delivers a mixed bag. His direction works at a basic level—some comedy scenes land well, a few are genuinely funny, but many fall flat. Decent for light smiles and casual laughs, but weak when it comes to emotional depth and strong storytelling.\n\nSharwanand, who sticks to his familiar commercial acting style. He is charming and comfortable on screen, and that helps the film move forward. Sakshi Vaidya and Samyuktha Hegde mainly add glamour and support as female leads.\n\nHowever, the real strength of the movie lies in its supporting cast. Actors like Naresh, Kishore, Satya, Sampath Raj, Sunil, and Sudharshan constantly lift the film. Their comic timing and screen presence do much of the heavy work in keeping the narrative engaging.\n\nThe background score is serviceable but nothing memorable. The songs, unfortunately, are a major letdown and feel completely skippable.\n\nNarratively, the film suffers from excessive padding. The first half feels unusually long and takes too much time to reach the interval. The second half also drags in places, creating a repeated feeling that the story is stuck and not moving forward. While some filler scenes are mildly entertaining, they can’t fully hide the lack of narrative tightness.\n\nOverall, Nari Nari Nadama Murari could have been a much better entertainer with better writing, fillers, and punch lines. As it stands, it’s a passable one-time watch.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ram Abbaraju", "cast": "Sharwanand, Sakshi Vaidya, Samyuktha, Naresh, Sampath Raj", "runtime": "2h 23m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/jFBu7tS0mlEZwYTkjJcKH48bV4m.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-ct7ftj": { "title": "Wonder Man", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-01-29", "body": "Marvel’s Wonder Man is a grounded, character-driven drama series that focuses on performance, and personality rather than cosmic spectacle. \n\nThe show introduces Simon Williams, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and places a strong emphasis on his evolving, compelling dynamic with Trevor Slattery, portrayed by Ben Kingsley. Their on-screen chemistry becomes a central pillar of the series, blending humor, emotion, and self-reflection in a way that feels fresh within the Marvel universe.\n\nThe season consists of eight episodes, each running approximately 20 to 30 minutes, making the series focused. Despite its shorter runtime, Wonder Man is packed with world-building that expands the Marvel landscape in subtle but impactful ways (maybe). \n\nBen Kingsley’s scene-stealing performance adds charm, while Yahya Abdul-Mateen II delivers a nuanced take on a superhero audiences will want to see explored further in future Marvel projects.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Andrew Guest, Destin Daniel Cretton", "cast": "Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Arian Moayed, X Mayo, Ben Kingsley", "runtime": "", "seasons": "1", "episodes": "8", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Disney+", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "series", "clearMetadata": [], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/6yy9nQlFt2l6UVWzrfhszFCaZ5C.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cwr5wz": { "title": "The Rajasaab", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-01-09", "body": "The RajaSaab sells a blockbuster illusion rather than a real one.\n\nNothing in this film truly works except Prabhas (Real One’s), a handful of isolated moments, the songs—especially Sahana Sahana, which I genuinely loved—and most of the background score.\n\nAnd if it seems contradictory to list these positives and still say that nothing works, that’s because 30-40 minutes of passable content cannot redeem or outweigh the remaining two-and-a-half hours of weak filmmaking. Even when the film briefly feels acceptable, it never sustains that momentum—it comes and goes without leaving any lasting impact.\n\nThe editing is easily among the worst I’ve seen in a big-star film. Random cuts, abrupt transitions, and poor continuity make it feel like the work of someone with minimal experience rather than a professional editor.\n\nAs for cinematography, it’s hard to even judge properly. A major portion of the film is drowned in green/blue screens and heavy VFX, and unfortunately, the quality is outright disappointing. The visuals look artificial and poorly rendered. It honestly makes you question where the so-called high budget went. Despite claims of using modern technology and inflated costs, what’s delivered on screen feels cheap and careless.\n\nComing to the story, it’s a routine concept—already revealed in the trailer—so there are no surprises there. That part is acceptable. However, the real issue lies in the execution. The narrative is dragged, testing patience at multiple points. While occasional sarcasm or light humor works in bits and pieces, most of it feels forced and try-hard rather than organic.\n\nEmotionally, the film fails to connect at any level. There’s no real impact, no moment that truly resonates. Several subplots are either left unanswered or completely abandoned, adding to the frustration. The climax, in particular, is likely to leave audiences dissatisfied—the way it concludes feels abrupt, incomplete, and unearned.\n\nOverall, the film projects itself as something grand, but in reality, it feels like a blockbuster illusion that collapses once you look closely.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Maruthi Dasari", "cast": "Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Zarina Wahab, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan", "runtime": "3h 6m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Horror", "Fantasy", "Action" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/nvK6gYa4diCnQkDVN42uoYXPrdT.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cx9zgd": { "title": "Sore: A Wife from the Future", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-02-02", "body": "Sore: A Wife from the Future is a beautiful Indonesian romantic drama. The movie uses a time-loop element, a sidekick to the story. While watching it, I felt confused at times, yet the film still managed to give me a warm, comforting experience.\n\nSheila Dara Aisha—what a performer. She’s absolutely stunning in this role. The way she plays Sore, carrying different emotions so effortlessly throughout the film, really impressed me. Honestly, I don’t think this movie would have worked the same way if she wasn’t the lead. She completely carries it.\n\nComing to the direction and storytelling—I loved how the film was shot. The cinematography is beautiful, and many shots feel like perfectly framed pictures. The movie moves at its own pace, slow and steady, and it feels intentional, like this is exactly where the story wants to go. At the same time, it creates a sense of “longing.”\n\nThat word “longing” is used in the film, but to be clear, some portions did feel stretched. There are also quite a few unanswered questions about the time loop—how it works, why it works, and what the final conclusion really is. But since time isn’t the main theme and love is, I didn’t overthink it. The emotional experience mattered more, and it worked for me. I do wish it was a bit more meaningful overall, but it’s still okay.\n\nThe music is a mixed bag. At times, songs just drop in randomly and feel a bit unnecessary, but in some moments, they do work well. It definitely could’ve been handled better to make the movie more impactful overall. That said, the sound effects are really good and add nicely to the atmosphere.\n\nIf you’re a fan of romantic dramas, this one is definitely worth a try.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Yandy Laurens", "cast": "Sheila Dara Aisha, Dion Wiyoko, Goran Bogdan, Lara Nekić, Livio Badurina", "runtime": "1h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Fantasy", "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rpqkqiqv1nl9MbdnOLKLbqqkJSj.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-cz1ljp": { "title": "HIS & HERS", "year": "2026", "rating": "3.5", "date": "2026-01-11", "body": "“His & Hers” on Netflix proves that crime thrillers don’t need constant shock value to be deeply engaging.\n\nLed by finely controlled performances from Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal, the limited series thrives on subtlety and atmosphere. Its measured pacing allows the story to unfold with intention, gradually layering tension/drama while casting suspicion on multiple characters along the way. Just when you think you’ve pieced it all together, the show drops an unexpected and effective bombshell in the final episode.\n\nSunita Mani, as Priya Patel, shines in a solid supporting role, and the rest of the cast complements the narrative with consistently strong performances.\n\nIf crime thrillers are your thing, #HisAndHers is worth your time. With its interesting narrative, grounded setting, nuanced acting, and well-executed twists, the series keeps you hooked and seated until the very end.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "William Oldroyd", "cast": "Tessa Thompson, Jon Bernthal, Pablo Schreiber, Marin Ireland, Sunita Mani", "runtime": "", "seasons": "1", "episodes": "6", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Crime", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "series", "clearMetadata": [], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cDSXLVQLkCSBIpBx3UW04TsfZ5c.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-d02ze7": { "title": "The Housemaid", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-02-05", "body": "The Housemaid feels like a refreshing change— a sweet yet twisty revenge drama that knows exactly what it wants to be. It begins with an interesting note, patiently builds its environment and characters, and never rushes the process. That slow setup pays off, leading to a conclusion that feels satisfying, at least for this viewer (that's me).\n\nThe lead actors (Sydney Sweeney, Brandon Sklenar, Amanda Seyfried) lean into the moral gray areas of their characters, never forcing sympathy or villainy. Their restrained, layered acting adds credibility, making even questionable choices feel believable. Together they justify the characters’ actions and motivations in a convincing way.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Paul Feig", "cast": "Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar, Michele Morrone, Indiana Elle", "runtime": "2h 11m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Mystery", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/cWsBscZzwu5brg9YjNkGewRUvJX.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-d6vhkp": { "title": "Sirai", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-02-13", "body": "Watched Sirai, and found it to be a fairly engaging drama. The film benefits from strong, commendable performances by the lead cast, which add depth and credibility to the characters.\n\nThe narrative itself is handled well, maintaining interest throughout and effectively supporting the emotional and dramatic arcs.\n\nOverall, it comes across as a better made drama that leaves a decent impression without being extraordinary.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Suresh Rajakumari", "cast": "Vikram Prabhu, Lk Akshay Kumar, Anishma Anilkumar, Ananda Thambirajah, Remya Suresh", "runtime": "2h 4m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/mltVJD7mBayiw1BubwUL0cx6T1c.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-d7aof7": { "title": "Crime 101", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-02-14", "body": "Crime 101 is a stylish and well-crafted heist thriller that builds tension slowly, one scene at a time. The film doesn’t try to rush through the story. Instead, it takes its time to develop the mood and suspense, which makes many moments feel intense and gripping. However, by the time it ends, the emotional impact feels a little shallow, as if something more was expected from the conclusion.\n\nThe performances are one of the film’s biggest strengths. Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Halle Berry deliver strong and convincing performances that keep the audience fully engaged throughout.\n\nThe background score works well in several scenes and enhances the overall experience, adding depth to key moments. However, the chase sequences could have been executed better. It feels like the filmmakers were aiming for a realistic style, which is something I appreciate, but the way it was handled didn’t completely work and felt slightly underwhelming.\n\nThere haven’t been many strong thrillers released recently. The last good heist thriller I watched was The Rip on Netflix, and now I can confidently add Crime 101 to the list of good ones.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Bart Layton", "cast": "Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro", "runtime": "2h 21m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/tVvpFIoteRHNnoZMhdnwIVwJpCA.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-dbgocx": { "metadata": { "director": "Paul Thomas Anderson", "cast": "Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall", "runtime": "2h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Thriller", "Crime", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "One Battle After Another", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-03-20", "body": "It’s been quite a while since One Battle After Another was released, and during that time it even went on to win several Oscars, including Best Picture.\n\nI had actually started watching it when it first became available digitally, but I only got halfway through and never finished it back then. \nI decided to watch the entire film from start to finish, and overall, I’d describe it as a pretty watchable drama by Paul Thomas Anderson. The performances are a major highlight—actors like Sean Penn, Leonardo DiCaprio, Chase Infiniti, and Benicio Del Toro all deliver strong, engaging work.\n\nThe storyline itself is fairly straightforward, but the way it’s presented is very much in Anderson’s signature style. It’s a slow, gradual build rather than something fast-paced. The film unfolds at its own rhythm, which adds depth but might feel too slow or demanding for many.\n\nAnother strong aspect is the cinematography and the overall presentation format, both of which elevate the film and add to its atmosphere. The visuals feel carefully crafted and complement the tone well.\n\nThe score is minimal and understated, mostly built around soft piano themes with occasional drum elements, which quietly supports the narrative without overpowering it.\n\nIn the end, this isn’t a film you’d revisit often, but it’s also not one to skip. It sits somewhere in between—worth watching for its craft and performances, even if it doesn’t demand repeat viewings.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-dei7tb": { "title": "Do Deewane Seher Mein", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-02-21", "body": "Do Deewane Seher Mein is a fairly average romantic movie that many may find skippable (I felt this after watching the film).\n\nThe story follows the usual, predictable love story formula that we have already seen many times before. Even though the film features fresh and appealing faces, it does not bring anything new or exciting to the genre.\n\nThe only strong part of the film is the performances of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur. Their acting feels sincere, and their on-screen chemistry is believable. They are the main reason the movie remains watchable.\n\nThe cinematography of the film is quite good. I mainly watched the movie because of the song “Aasma,” and I really liked it. The song stands out and leaves a better impression than most parts of the film. Nothing else in the story or screenplay truly grabbed my attention or made the film special.\n\nHowever, the overall storyline is simple and could have easily been told in about one hour. Instead, it is stretched to nearly two hours, which makes parts of the film feel slow and unnecessarily long.\n\nApart from lead pair, cinematography, and a song, there is nothing particularly interesting or memorable that truly stands out.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Ravi Udyawar", "cast": "Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur, Ila Arun, Joy Sengupta, Ayesha Raza Mishra", "runtime": "2h 17m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/p8yPjT9NAH87oD9TedclRaAW7RY.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-dgv6eh": { "metadata": { "director": "Phil Lord", "cast": "Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, James Ortiz, Lionel Boyce, Milana Vayntrub", "runtime": "2h 37m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Science Fiction", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Project Hail Mary", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-03-26", "body": "Project Hail Mary delivers a visually grand experience that blends humor with occasional emotional depth, though its lengthy runtime is something you definitely feel as the story unfolds.\n\nThe film shines brightest because of Ryan Gosling, who completely owns the screen with a performance that is both engaging and effortlessly charming. His chemistry with the delightful space companion, Rocky—the friendly alien—adds a unique warmth and personality to the narrative.\n\nWatching this at India’s biggest Dolby Cinema elevated the experience, but one aspect stood out to me in a slightly distracting way. The space sequences carry a noticeable grainy texture, while the scenes on Earth appear much cleaner and sharper. Knowing Greig Fraser’s track record, it’s clear this was likely a deliberate stylistic choice during post-production. While it may align with the filmmakers’ (Phil Lord & Christopher Miller) vision, personally, I’m not a fan of that level of grain, especially in a film that thrives on visual immersion.\n\nThe musical score by Daniel Pemberton complements the film well—it’s effective, modern, and fits the tone without overpowering the narrative.\n\nHowever, where the film slightly underwhelms is in its storytelling choices. Given its premise, I expected more compelling space action or intellectually engaging scientific drama. Instead, the narrative leans heavily into themes of hope and reassurance, which, while heartfelt, feel a bit too safe. The lack of major twists or surprising/shocking moments, makes the journey somewhat predictable, preventing it from reaching the heights it could have.\n\nThat said, Project Hail Mary still works as a light, humorous sci-fi adventure about saving humanity. It has its moments, its charm, and a strong central performance—but it also feels like a film that had immense potential, much of which remains unexplored.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-dkxte7": { "title": "Predator: Badlands", "year": "2025", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-02-28", "body": "Predator: Badlands is a decent action-adventure entry in the Predator franchise. It does take a slightly different and refreshing approach compared to the earlier films.\n\nIn most Predator movies, the Predator is shown as the main villain — a deadly hunter stalking humans. But in this film, the story shifts its perspective. Instead of treating the Predator purely as an antagonist, the movie places it in a more central, almost protagonist-like role. That change itself feels interesting and gives the film a fresh energy.\n\nPairing the Predator with Ella Fanning, who plays a synthetic bot character, their dynamic feels different from the usual human-vs-alien setup we’ve seen before. Watching this unusual partnership unfold makes the film feel like it’s trying to explore new territory rather than repeating the same formula.\n\nCool visuals and creatures. Would like to see them return for the sequel or any spinoff with a good plot.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Dan Trachtenberg", "cast": "Elle Fanning, Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, Ravi Narayan, Michael Homick, Stefan Grube", "runtime": "1h 47m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Science Fiction", "Adventure" ], "streaming": [ "Hulu", "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/pHpq9yNUIo6aDoCXEBzjSolywgz.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-dnes5v": { "metadata": { "director": "Michael Jelenic", "cast": "Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key", "runtime": "1h 38m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Family", "Comedy", "Adventure", "Fantasy", "Animation" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-04-02", "body": "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie feels like a quiet continuation of the earlier The Super Mario film. It expands the Mario universe, making it feel bigger and more imaginative.\n\nThe visuals are truly impressive. The animation, environments, and character designs are all top-quality, and the team behind them deserves a lot of appreciation for their work.\n\nHowever, the main issue lies in the story. The narrative is very simple and doesn’t offer much depth. Many of the funny moments didn’t work well for me, although a few scenes did manage to bring a smile.\n\nA large portion of the movie focuses on dialogue, and when action scenes finally appear, they feel too short and leave you wanting more.\n\nThat said, the movie can still be enjoyable for its stunning visuals, light humor, and occasional action. It is mainly aimed at families and younger audiences. Otherwise, it may not be a must-watch and can easily be saved for a casual viewing on digital platforms.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-dpj4qt": { "title": "War Machine", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-03-06", "body": "If you’re in the mood for a straightforward action movie with no complicated storytelling, War Machine is a pretty entertaining watch. The film stars Alan Ritchson and recently dropped on Netflix, delivering exactly what the trailer promised — just action.\n\nThe plot itself is very simple and doesn’t try to be anything deeper. It mainly works as a setup to move from one action sequence to another. While the story isn’t the strongest part of the film, it never really slows the pace down either. The movie clearly knows its goal: keep the audience entertained with constant action.\n\nAlan Ritchson fits perfectly in this kind of role. His screen presence carries the movie well, and he brings the physicality needed for the character. If you’ve liked him in other similar roles (even if not), you’ll probably enjoy him here too.\n\nThe highlight of the movie is definitely the action choreography. There are multiple intense sequences that feel energetic and well-shot. One particular sliding action scene stands out — it looked surprisingly real and was staged in a way that made it feel believable.\n\nOverall, War Machine isn’t trying to reinvent the action genre, but it succeeds at being a fun, adrenaline-filled watch. Hopingly, you’ll likely have a good time.", "verdict": "", "metadata": { "director": "Patrick Hughes", "cast": "Alan Ritchson, Dennis Quaid, Stephan James, Jai Courtney, Esai Morales", "runtime": "1h 50m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Science Fiction", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/rFhKkXhk7ClU03jQ5rHIApJDwev.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-dsvp3x": { "metadata": { "director": "Madhan", "cast": "Abishan Jeevinth, Anaswara Rajan, Harish Kumar, Kavya Anil, Sacchin Nachiappan", "runtime": "2h 21m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "Netflix" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "With Love", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-03-09", "body": "“With Love” is a romantic comedy that ends up being average (barely). The film remains somewhat watchable mainly because of the lively chemistry between the lead pair.\n\nThe production quality and cinematography are quite good, and the film looks visually pleasing. On the other hand, the music is not very impressive. It does not stand out or add much value to the movie, and it does not leave a lasting impression.\n\nThe performances of Abishan Jeevinth and Anaswara Rajan are the biggest highlights of the film. They truly carry the movie with their natural acting and strong screen presence. The idea of the characters expressing their past emotions might have sounded interesting and meaningful when it was written on paper. However, the way it is presented on screen feels weak, extended and poorly executed. Because of this, the emotional impact does not fully work. In fact, if it were not for the engaging performances and chemistry of the lead pair, it is doubtful that the film would have worked at all.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-duflrr": { "metadata": { "director": "Shaneil Deo", "cast": "Adivi Sesh, Mrunal Thakur, Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj, Sunil Varma", "runtime": "2h 30m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Romance", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Dacoit", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Dacoit is an average romantic thriller. It has a few good moments here and there, but overall it feels messy and doesn’t leave a strong impact.\n\nAfter films like Kshanam, Goodachari, Major, Adivi Sesh has built a reputation for making tight and engaging films. However, with this one, it feels like he has lost that touch—if not as an actor, then at least as a writer. The screenplay doesn’t feel as sharp, or well-structured as his earlier work.\n\nThe film follows a style similar to Sesh’s previous movies, with quick cuts between scenes, timelines, and flashbacks. In the beginning, this creates a good and engaging vibe, but as the film progresses, it starts to feel repetitive and tiring. Because of this, the movie feels longer than it actually is and loses the fast-paced feel it should have had.\n\nAlso, editing at so many places feels blunt and not properly done. \n\nMrunal Thakur once again proves she is a strong performer and does justice to her role. Adivi Sesh is decent in his part as well. Actors like Anurag Kashyap, Sunil, Prakash Raj, and Zyan Marina Khan have limited roles, and they are mostly used to support the story rather than stand out.\n\nThe songs and background score are one of the film’s biggest strengths. Even though the background music doesn’t work perfectly at few scenes, it still helps in enhancing the overall mood of the film.\n\nThe action could have been much better. At times, they feel underwhelming, and the use of shaky camera work doesn’t always translate into realistic action—it just feels messy.\n\nIn the end, the film does have some good moments, but the slow pacing and lack of strong or say convincing storytelling (no logic, only magic kinda) take away from the chemistry between the lead pair and the emotional depth of the love story.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-dvyakx": { "metadata": { "director": "Ashwin Chandrasekar", "cast": "Santosh Soban, Manasa Varanasi, Rajeev Kanakala, Goparaju Ramana, Sriranjini", "runtime": "1h 58m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Couple Friendly", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-03-14", "body": "Couple Friendly is both likable and somewhat empty at the same time. For me, it ended up being a mixed experience.\n\nThe film is definitely a visual treat. The cinematography is beautiful, clean, and colorful, which makes many scenes pleasant to watch. The background score also plays an important role, as it maintains a feel-good mood throughout the movie and supports the emotional moments whenever needed.\n\nThere are several simple and nice moments in the film, and the lead pair share very good on-screen chemistry. However, when everything comes together, I felt that the magic that should have been there was somehow missing.\n\nIf we look at the scenes individually, many of them are good. But the way the movie moves from one scene to another sometimes feels random, and the transitions are not very smooth (not about the editing but taking, timeline/event jumps).\n\nThe final emotional moment, especially the crying scene, is where I truly felt the magic. That scene felt very touching. The writing, acting, and background score all came together perfectly and elevated that moment.\n\nThe first half of the film gives a pleasant and feel-good vibe. But in the second half, especially as the story moves toward the climax, the pace slows down and the energy drops a bit. Still, the film manages to end on a decent note.\n\nManasa Varanasi does an excellent job and completely owns her character, becoming the standout performer of the film. Santhosh Shobhan also delivers a very good performance and brings his usual positive energy and charm to the movie.\n\nIt’s a bit difficult for me to fully explain why the film feels like a mixed bag. It’s not a bad movie, but somehow after watching it, you may feel like it didn’t leave a strong impact.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-dzkvsb": { "metadata": { "director": "Aditya Dhar", "cast": "Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, R. Madhavan, Manav Gohil", "runtime": "3h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Dhurandhar The Revenge", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-03-18", "body": "Dhurandhar: The Revenge is a decent sequel that begins with a strong and engaging flashback, and ends with a satisfying climax. The pre-climax includes an unexpected twist that adds a nice surprise. However, the middle portion of the film is intentionally slow. While it keeps you interested and doesn’t feel boring, it also doesn’t deliver many “wow” moments throughout most of the runtime.\n\nThis film is largely carried by Ranveer Singh, making it feel like a one-man show, with the rest of the cast like Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanju etc.., playing solid supporting roles.\n\nSara Arjun has limited screen presence, as the story is more focused on concluding the narrative that was started earlier rather than exploring her character.\n\nThe music by Sachadev is engaging and works well with the film. The cinematography and visuals are noticeably better this time compared to the previous film—though that could also be influenced by watching it in 4K Laser projection.\n\nThe action sequences, especially the hand-to-hand combat, are well choreographed. However, the gunfight portions feel average and not particularly impressive.\n\nI really like Adithya Dhar’s filmmaking style, and I don’t have much more to add since I’ve already spoken about his work in my review of the first part.\n\nOverall, Dhurandhar: The Revenge may not leave the same impact as the first film, but it serves as a decent and satisfying conclusion to the story.", "verdict": "", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-e2v9mx": { "metadata": { "director": "Sam Raimi", "cast": "Rachel McAdams, Dylan O'Brien, Edyll Ismail, Xavier Samuel, Dennis Haysbert", "runtime": "1h 53m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Thriller", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Send Help", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-04-19", "body": "Send Help (directed by Sam Raimi) is a survival psychological drama-thriller that definitely tests your patience. It has a few strong moments, but they come at a cost—you feel the film dragging its feet, almost like it’s asking you to endure the experience rather than enjoy it. And much like the characters in the story, you quickly realize no one is coming to rescue you from this slow burn… you have to sit through it yourself.\n\nOn the technical side, the film does a lot right. Except for a few noticeable CGI shots, it looks impressive. The visuals are sharp, the effects work well, and the sound design adds a solid layer of immersion. From a craft perspective, it’s clear effort has gone in.\n\nBut where the film struggles is in its storytelling. The narrative feels like it’s trying too hard to impress. The focus on Rachel McAdams and her unusual, almost eccentric character comes across as forced rather than intriguing. Similarly, Dylan O’Brien plays a cunning role, but the writing around both character choices often leaves you confused. Instead of feeling clever or layered, many moments make you stop and wonder, “Why did that even happen?”\n\nThe dark humour doesn’t land as effectively as it should, the drama stretches longer than necessary, and the thriller aspect—which should have been the backbone—feels surprisingly weak. There’s a sense that the film could have been much tighter and more impactful if it had trimmed the excess. A sharper edit focusing only on the key beats—depromotion, flight, survival, betrayal, kill, escape—might have delivered a far more engaging experience.", "verdict": "/ Logline:\nA visually polished survival drama that tries to be intense and clever, but ends up testing your patience more than your nerves—sometimes, less really would have been more.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-e62cwd": { "metadata": { "director": "Antoine Fuqua", "cast": "Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Juliano Krue Valdi, KeiLyn Durrel Jones", "runtime": "2h 8m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Music", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Michael", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-04-24", "body": "Michael is a safe made biographical film about Michael Jackson—the American singer, songwriter, and dancer who redefined global pop culture.\n\nBefore getting into the details, I went in to cheer “Michael! Michael! Michael!”—but also found myself lowkey rooting for “Jaafar! Jaafar! Jaafar!”\n\nJaafar Jackson delivers an outstanding performance, truly channeling Michael Jackson’s aura, and physicality with great precision. It doesn’t feel like imitation—it feels like embodiment. Ever since the teaser, his performance has felt awards-worthy, and the film only strengthens that impression.\n\nNow, coming to the narrative. It’s hard to judge how closely the film sticks to real events or how much has been shaped for cinematic appeal (likely with family approval), but purely as a film, it ends up being a mixed experience.\n\nThe first half moves at a slow pace and heavily focuses on the Jackson 5 era. While it showcases their rise, it doesn’t dive deep into the emotional dynamics between the brothers. Instead, the spotlight leans more toward Joseph Jackson than Michael & Family.\n\nThat shift finally happens in the second half. This is where the film finds its voice. Michael begins to emerge as an individual—an artist finding his identity beyond the family shadow. These portions are far more better, and rewarding to watch.\n\nTechnically, the film is impressive. The sound design is excellent, elevating several sequences. The recreated music—especially iconic tracks like “Thriller”, “Billie Jean”,  “Human Nature” and “Bad”—is done with great care and impact. Combined with strong cinematography and production design, these moments often feel like watching a live concert rather than a traditional biopic.\n\nThere’s also clearly more story left to tell. Several moments feel teased or briefly touched upon, only to cut away abruptly, making parts of the film feel slightly rushed or incomplete. It clearly plays like the first chapter rather than a full story. Honestly, I’d be open to sequels—there’s a lot more of his journey worth exploring, and lot of iconic tracks still waiting to be recreated on the big screen.", "verdict": "It’s not a great film, but it’s definitely not a bad one either. Michael lands somewhere in between—decent, passable, and at times genuinely enjoyable. The film works best when it lets the music and performance take over, giving you glimpses of brilliance even if the storytelling doesn’t always match up.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-earujj": { "metadata": { "director": "David Frankel", "cast": "Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Simon Baker", "runtime": "1h 49m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Drama", "Comedy" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Devil Wears Prada", "year": "2006", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-04-30", "body": "The Devil Wears Prada is an engaging fashion drama backed by a strong ensemble cast that delivers memorable performances for its time.\n\nAnne Hathaway and Meryl Streep carry the film with confidence, truly owning their roles and elevating the overall experience. Supporting performances from Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Simon Baker, and others add solid depth and balance to the story.\n\nThe plot itself is simple, but what makes it work is how captivating it feels. The narrative moves at a fast pace, pulling you into the busy and crowded world of fashion and brands without losing momentum.", "verdict": "A simple yet captivating fashion drama driven by strong performances and a fast-moving narrative.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-eb1fp5": { "metadata": { "director": "Jithu Satheesan Mangalathu", "cast": "Askar Ali, Vineeth Kumar, Sidharth Bharathan, Assim Jamal, Senthil Krishna Rajamani", "runtime": "2h 7m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Fantasy", "Thriller", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Sambhavam Adhyayam Onnu", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-04-30", "body": "Sambhavam Adhayam Onnu is a mystery–suspense thriller that deliberately chooses a slow, measured pace. This approach may test your patience at times, but it also allows the film to build a steady sense of intrigue, offering a few engaging twists along the way.\n\nThe film opens on a rather confusing note. The first 30 minutes feel like you’re simply trying to understand what’s happening on screen. Quick camera cuts, eerie sound design, and shifts into the present timeline keep the narrative moving, but the overall progression remains slow. The storytelling doesn’t hold your hand, which can either pull you in or push you away depending on your patience level.\n\nAnother noticeable aspect is the use of prolonged slow-motion and reaction shots. Characters often appear shocked or disturbed, but the reason behind their reactions is revealed only after a delay. While this technique adds suspense, it also becomes repetitive and slightly frustrating after a point.\n\nPerformance-wise, the lead cast delivers an decent job—nothing particularly memorable, but not distracting either. The film also tries to present itself as complex, though at times this complexity feels more forced than organic.\n\nThat said, despite its flaws, the film manages to hold enough intrigue to keep you watching. It doesn’t fully satisfy, but it isn’t a complete miss either.\nWith the title suggesting a “Chapter One” and the film ending on an open note, it clearly sets up a sequel. There’s potential here, and it will be interesting to see if the next installment improves upon what this one starts.", "verdict": "A slow-paced, slightly overcomplicated thriller with a few interesting moments. Works as a one-time watch if you’re willing to be patient.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-ebi3nl": { "metadata": { "director": "Abhilash Reddy", "cast": "Sharwanand, Dr. Rajasekhar, Malvika Nair, Atul Kulkarni, Brahmaji", "runtime": "2h 42m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Adventure", "Drama", "Family" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Biker", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-05-01", "body": "Biker starring Sharwanand, promoted as India’s first motocross racing drama, had all the ingredients to be a gripping sports-action film. But what we finally get is a film that leans heavily on style, while the substance feels limited.\n\nThe effort put into the production is clearly visible. The racing portions, in particular, stand out with strong sound design that adds energy and intensity to the scenes. Even though the visual effects look noticeable and slightly artificial in a many of the places, the intent behind them is appreciable.\n\nDirector Abhilash Reddy seems to have had a solid idea on paper. However, the execution takes a familiar route. The inclusion of a routine father-son emotional track ends up taking more space than it should. Instead of enhancing the story, it overshadows the racing journey, which ideally should have been the core focus. The film misses the depth and progression that a sports drama like this demands.\n\nPerformance-wise, the cast including Sharwanand, Rajashekar, Malvika Nair, Atul Kulkarni, and Brahmaji deliver decent performances. They fit their roles well, but none of them leave a strong or memorable impact.\n\nThe pacing is another drawback. The film feels stretched, especially with predictable storytelling in both the drama and racing segments. The editing choices, including random cuts and frequent zoom-outs during races, reduce the overall immersion instead of enhancing it.\n\nThe background score by Ghibran is serviceable but not particularly memorable. Compared to his earlier works like Run Raja Run and Jill, this one doesn’t leave a lasting impression.", "verdict": "Biker is a film that had a unique premise and potential, but settles for a safe and familiar approach. Despite good technical effort in parts, the lack of strong storytelling and engaging progression makes it an average watch at best.\n\nOverall Movie Experience \n\nYou might enjoy the racing moments for their sound and scale, but the predictable drama and slow pacing hold the film back. It ends up being a one-time watch that never fully reaches the high it aims for.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-efwvhd": { "metadata": { "director": "David Frankel", "cast": "Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Kenneth Branagh", "runtime": "1h 59m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Comedy", "Drama" ], "streaming": [ "JioHotstar" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Devil Wears Prada 2", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "There’s a certain excitement that comes with revisiting iconic characters after two decades. The Devil Wears Prada 2 leans heavily into that nostalgia, bringing back beloved faces like Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. On the surface, it feels like a homecoming—familiar faces, polished visuals, and a world that once defined a generation of fashion-driven storytelling.\n\nBut beneath all that gloss, the film struggles to justify its own existence.\n\nThe biggest strength here is undoubtedly the cast. Anne Hathaway is effortlessly charming, carrying the same warmth and screen presence that made Andrea Sachs memorable. Interestingly, she appears almost untouched by time, slipping back into the role with ease. Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci & others also return with confidence, and visually, everyone looks perfectly aligned with the film’s high-fashion aesthetic.\n\nTechnically, the film is impressive. The cinematography is sleek, modern, and visually rich—every frame feels curated like a fashion editorial. The production design complements this well, giving the film a luxurious tone. However, the music doesn’t leave much of an impact.\n\nWhere the film falters—quite significantly—is its writing.\n\nThe original The Devil Wears Prada thrived because of its strong character arcs. It wasn’t just about fashion or business—it was about ambition, identity, sacrifice, and growth. Every character contributed meaningfully to that narrative, making their journeys feel personal and relatable.\n\nIn contrast, the sequel shifts its focus too heavily toward the business side of things. While that might seem like a natural progression, it comes at the cost of character depth. The very essence that made these characters compelling feels diluted.\n\nThis becomes even more noticeable with the introduction of several new characters. Despite their presence, there’s very little substance given to them. They exist more as visual additions rather than narrative contributors. For instance, Simone Ashley appears in moments that feel more like fashion showcases than character-driven scenes — like a model walking in, presenting a new look, and walking out without impact.\n\nEven the humor, which was sharp and memorable in the original, feels inconsistent here. While a few moments do manage to bring a smile, much of the comedy doesn’t quite land, missing the wit and timing that once defined the series.\n\nComing back to the core characters — Miranda Priestly no longer carries the same commanding presence. Andy’s confidence lacks the emotional weight it once had. Emily’s sharpness and control feel toned down. Ironically, Nigel is the only character who remains consistent, retaining the authenticity and charm that defined him earlier.\n\nThis shift creates a disconnect. Instead of characters driving the story, the story now tries to serve the business narrative—and in doing so, it forgets what made the original special.\n\nDespite all its polish, the film feels emotionally distant. It looks great, it sounds decent, and it brings back familiar faces—but it rarely makes you feel anything substantial. And for a sequel built on legacy, that’s a major drawback.", "verdict": "The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a visually elegant but narratively weak sequel. It works as a nostalgic revisit thanks to its stellar cast, but lacks the soul and character depth that made the original memorable. Strip away the returning faces, and it risks being a film that could easily be overlooked.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-egjesr": { "metadata": { "director": "Park Joong-seop, Park Yoon-seo", "cast": "Jeon So-young, Baek Sun-ho, Kang Mi-na, Hyun Woo-seok, Lee Hyo-je", "runtime": "1h", "genres": [ "Mystery", "Drama" ], "seasons": "1", "episodes": "8" }, "published": true, "contentType": "series", "clearMetadata": [] }, "letterboxd-review-egok8l": { "metadata": { "director": "Anubhav Sinha", "cast": "Taapsee Pannu, Kani Kusruti, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Revathi, Kumud Mishra", "runtime": "2h 14m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Crime", "Drama", "Thriller" ], "streaming": [ "ZEE5" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "Assi", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-05-07", "body": "Anubhav Sinha’s Assi is a hard-hitting and deeply unsettling drama that shines a light on horrors society often chooses to ignore or conveniently dismiss. Rooted in realism, the film doesn’t sensationalize its subject for shock value, but instead presents it with an honesty.\n\nOne of the film’s biggest strengths lies in how confidently it establishes its world. The opening hour is gripping, wasting no time in setting up the characters, the atmosphere, and the disturbing incident that drives the narrative forward. Sinha handles the buildup with precision, making the events feel believable rather than cinematic exaggerations. The immediate aftermath and the emotional chaos surrounding it keep the narrative engaging through most of the first half.\n\nWhat works particularly well are the dialogues. Several lines are written with sharp observation and emotional weight, reflecting the social climate and mindset of the time with authenticity.\n\nHowever, the film begins to lose momentum in the latter portions. While the story remains important and relevant, the emotional intensity gradually weakens when it should have become even more powerful. The courtroom proceedings, in particular, had the potential to be gripping and layered, but the treatment feels surprisingly flat. Instead of building tension or delivering emotional payoff, the staging and direction make these stretches feel distant and less involving.\n\nThe climax too leaves mixed feelings. The choices made by the filmmaker may perhaps be rooted in realism or a deliberate attempt to portray justice from a different perspective, but emotionally it doesn’t provide the satisfaction the story seems to demand.\n\nThat said, the film still deserves appreciation for the subject it fearlessly tackles. Supported by decent performances from the cast and a mostly engaging narrative, Assi remains a worthwhile watch for the conversations it initiates and the truths it refuses to soften.", "verdict": "A sincere social drama that grips strongly in its first half but loses some emotional intensity later on. Despite its uneven execution and underwhelming payoff, the film’s hard-hitting subject and grounded storytelling make it worth checking out.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-ej7mo7": { "metadata": { "director": "Simon McQuoid", "cast": "Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Ludi Lin, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson", "runtime": "1h 56m", "genres": [ "Action", "Fantasy", "Adventure" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-emqlob": { "metadata": { "director": "Reinaldo Marcus Green", "cast": "Jon Bernthal, Deborah Ann Woll, Jason R. Moore, Judith Light, Kelli Barrett", "runtime": "51m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Action", "Drama", "Crime" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "title": "The Punisher: One Last Kill", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "The Punisher One Last Kill feels like a completely unnecessary addition to Frank Castle’s story rather than a meaningful continuation of the character. The presentation attempts to explore the psychological scars and mental struggles of Frank Castle, but the entire conflict lasts 20 minutes before he is pushed back into his familiar “killing machine” persona, making the emotional arc feel shallow and underdeveloped.\n\nThe biggest issue lies in its narrative structure. Instead of building genuine continuity for the character, the special relies heavily on filler moments that add little weight to the plot. Despite its short runtime of around 40 minutes, the pacing strangely feels dragged out, with scenes stretching longer than necessary while offering very little progression.\n\nThe action sequences have occasional sparks of intensity, but even those moments fail to leave a lasting impact. Much of the combat lacks realism and often resembles staged stunt rehearsals rather than brutal, grounded action. The technical side does not help either, with muffled audio throughout several portions making the experience even more uneven.\n\nThere are a few distracting creative choices as well, including a random cameo of Joel from The Last of Us games (due to bad FX), which feels more bizarre. Altogether, the presentation gives the impression of a project that never truly justified its existence.", "verdict": "The Punisher: One Last Kill had the potential to deliver a gritty psychological character study, but ends up as a hollow and poorly paced special that neither deepens Frank Castle nor satisfies as an action piece. A forgettable Marvel presentation that feels more like an extended filler episode than a worthy addition to the character’s legacy.", "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-esr9gb": { "metadata": { "director": "Vivek Soni", "cast": "Ananya Panday, Lakshya, Aastha Singh, Paresh Pahuja, Manish Chaudhary", "runtime": "2h 22m", "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ] }, "letterboxd-review-eubekz": { "title": "Lee Cronin's The Mummy", "year": "2026", "rating": "1.5", "date": "2026-05-24", "body": "Lee Cronin’s The Mummy ends up feeling more like a horror attraction built around creepy visuals than a story with a clear purpose. The film heavily relies on the eerie image of resin-covered bodies locked inside coffins, constantly pushing the idea that disturbing appearances alone can carry the fear factor.\n\nWhat makes the film even more frustrating is how confusing its own narrative becomes. By the time the credits roll, you’re left wondering what the story was actually trying to explore. Is it about an ancient evil escaping confinement? A supernatural force migrating between bodies? A mission to save the world from a dark entity? Or an evil presence that somehow controls children but barely affects adults? The film throws multiple ideas at the audience without properly committing to any of them, leaving the plot messy and disconnected.\n\nOne of the biggest problems lies in the screenplay’s logic. Events happen under the same roof, yet the surrounding characters react as if nothing unusual is taking place. Someone could be suffering through these situations, and the very next scene casually jumps to the next day with everyone behaving normally. Instead of building dread, these moments unintentionally weaken the tension and make the horror feel artificial.\n\nIn horror cinema, sound plays a huge role in sustaining fear, and this is one area where the film manages to stay slightly effective.\n\nThe performances, unfortunately, don’t leave much impact either. As the narrative keeps drifting between underdeveloped ideas, the characters become passengers in the chaos rather than people you genuinely care about.\n\nUltimately, The Mummy feels like a hollow attempt to modernize a classic name through horror aesthetics and shock imagery rather than strong storytelling. With a clearer narrative, better character writing, and a more focused mythology, this could have turned into something memorable. Instead, it settles for being a visually noisy but empty horror outing.", "verdict": "A confused and gimmick-driven horror film that mistakes eerie visuals for meaningful storytelling. Despite decent sound design and occasional atmosphere, The Mummy struggles to justify its own narrative and never delivers the impact a classic revival deserves.", "metadata": { "director": "Lee Cronin", "cast": "Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, Shylo Molina", "runtime": "2h 13m", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror", "Mystery" ], "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "useCustomPoster": false, "customPoster": "" }, "letterboxd-review-1449968027": { "title": "Vishwanath & Sons", "year": "2026", "rating": "3", "date": "2026-08-14", "body": "Vishwanath and Sons is a satisfying romantic entertainer that benefits from sensible writing and clean, assured direction. At its core, the film deals with relationships, choices, and differing perspectives without aggressively dictating what is right or wrong. Instead, it acknowledges both sides before eventually arriving at a simple but meaningful thought — acceptance. That approach also makes it an accessible watch for different age groups.\n\nThe first half, especially, plays out almost like free-flowing therapy. There is a warmth to the proceedings, with the narrative moving through light-hearted conversations, affectionate exchanges, and humour without feeling desperate to manufacture drama. When the emotional portions arrive, they work surprisingly well too. I’d be lying if I said there wasn’t one particular scene that had tears rolling down my face.\n\nHowever, the film undergoes a considerable tonal shift as it progresses. What begins as an easy-going, comforting experience gradually moves into heavier territory, and that transition might not work equally well for everyone. The underlying storyline is also fairly predictable, and Venky Atluri’s direction rarely tries to disguise where certain developments are headed. So while the emotions land in places, the journey towards them can often be anticipated well in advance.\n\nSuriya, Mamitha Baiju and Radhika Sarathkumar form the backbone of the film, and all three bring an immediately likeable quality to their respective characters. Their performances are charming without becoming excessively dramatic, which suits the nature of the story. The supporting actors are effective as well, making good use of their comparatively limited screen time.\n\nVenky Atluri once again demonstrates that he knows how to communicate a straightforward story without unnecessarily complicating it. More than any elaborate filmmaking choice, it is his writing that stands out here. Some of the dialogues are genuinely beautiful in their simplicity, particularly when the film allows its characters to speak rather than forcing the emotions through exaggerated situations.\n\nGV Prakash Kumar’s music and background score complement the mood adequately. The score understands the emotional rhythm of the film and supports it where necessary, though it isn’t something that stayed with me once the credits rolled. A couple of songs that were already huge chartbusters translate particularly well onto the screen and are presented effectively within the narrative.\n\nOn the technical front, the film carries the polished production quality expected from a Sithara Entertainments projects. The visuals, sets and overall presentation are clean and fairly rich. Barring a handful of scenes where the constructed environment becomes noticeable, most locations and production choices comfortably suit the world the story is trying to create.\n\nAnd speaking of Sithara Entertainments — Vishwanath and Sons should comfortably become their money banker for the next series of below-average outings until another decent-or-better choice comes along. At least, if their track record is anything to go by.", "verdict": "Vishwanath and Sons is a warm and satisfying romantic family entertainer carried by likeable performances, thoughtful dialogue and an emotionally grounded idea of acceptance. Its predictable trajectory and noticeable tonal shift prevent it from becoming something more affecting throughout, but there is enough sincerity, humour and heart here to make it a pleasant watch.", "metadata": { "director": "Venky Atluri", "cast": "Suriya, Mamitha Baiju, Radhika Sarathkumar, Nassar, Raveena Tandon", "runtime": "2h 41m", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Drama", "Romance" ], "translations": { "te": { "body": "విశ్వనాథ్ అండ్ సన్స్ — సున్నితమైన రచన, చక్కటి దర్శకత్వంతో సంతృప్తినిచ్చే రొమాంటిక్ ఎంటర్‌టైనర్. ముఖ్యంగా కుటుంబ ప్రేక్షకులతో పాటు విభిన్న వర్గాల వారిని ఆకట్టుకునే అంశాలు ఇందులో ఉన్నాయి. సంబంధాలు, నిర్ణయాలు, మంచి–చెడు అనే కోణాలను చూపిస్తూనే, చివరకు అంగీకారం అనే భావన దగ్గరకు కథను తీసుకురావడం ఈ చిత్రంలోని ప్రధాన బలం.\n\nముఖ్యంగా ప్రథమార్థం చాలా సహజంగా, తేలికగా సాగిపోతుంది. కొన్ని సందర్భాల్లో సినిమా చూస్తున్నామనే భావన కంటే, మనసుకు హాయినిచ్చే సంభాషణల మధ్య కూర్చున్నామనే అనుభూతి కలుగుతుంది. ఆహ్లాదకరమైన సన్నివేశాలు, అప్పుడప్పుడు వచ్చే హాస్యం, పాత్రల మధ్య కనిపించే ఆప్యాయత — ఇవన్నీ కథను ఎలాంటి తొందరపాటు లేకుండా ముందుకు తీసుకెళ్తాయి.\n\nద్వితీయార్థంలోకి ప్రవేశించిన తర్వాత మాత్రం సినిమా స్వరం గణనీయంగా మారుతుంది. అప్పటివరకు తేలికగా సాగిన కథ క్రమంగా భావోద్వేగాల వైపు మళ్లుతుంది. కొన్ని సన్నివేశాలు నిజంగా ప్రభావం చూపించాయి — ఒక సందర్భంలో నా కళ్లలో నీళ్లు తిరిగాయని చెప్పకపోతే అబద్ధమే అవుతుంది.\n\nఅయితే, ఈ మార్పు ప్రతి ఒక్కరికీ ఒకే విధంగా నచ్చకపోవచ్చు. కథ ఎటు వెళ్తుందో చాలా సందర్భాల్లో ముందుగానే ఊహించగలగడం కూడా ఒక పరిమితి. వెంకీ అట్లూరి దర్శకత్వం కొన్ని మలుపులను దాచిపెట్టడానికి పెద్దగా ప్రయత్నించదు. అందువల్ల భావోద్వేగాలు పనిచేసిన చోట కూడా, వాటి వైపు కథ ఎలా ప్రయాణిస్తుందో ముందే అర్థమైపోతుంది.\n\nసూర్య, మమిత బైజు, రాధిక శరత్‌కుమార్ — ఈ ముగ్గురూ తమ పాత్రలకు కావాల్సిన ఆకర్షణను, ఆప్యాయతను తీసుకొచ్చారు. అతిగా నాటకీయతకు వెళ్లకుండా సహజంగా కనిపించడం వల్ల వారి మధ్య వచ్చే సన్నివేశాలు మరింత మెరుగ్గా పనిచేశాయి. పరిమితమైన పాత్రలు దక్కినప్పటికీ సహాయ నటీనటులు కూడా తమ పరిధిలో చక్కగా చేశారు.\n\nవెంకీ అట్లూరి మరోసారి సరళమైన కథను అనవసరంగా క్లిష్టం చేయకుండా చెప్పగలనని చూపించారు. ప్రత్యేకంగా కొన్ని సంభాషణలు చాలా అందంగా రాశారు. గొప్ప పదాలు లేదా బలవంతపు భావోద్వేగాల అవసరం లేకుండానే, సాధారణ మాటలతో కొన్ని సందర్భాలను మనసుకు చేరువ చేయడం రచనలో కనిపించే మంచి లక్షణం.\nజి.వి. ప్రకాష్ కుమార్ సంగీతం, నేపథ్య సంగీతం సినిమాకు అవసరమైన వాతావరణాన్ని సరిగ్గా అందిస్తాయి. చెడ్డగా అనిపించదు, అదే సమయంలో సినిమా పూర్తయిన తర్వాత కూడా వెంటాడేంత ప్రభావం చూపించదు. అయితే ఇప్పటికే చార్ట్‌బస్టర్లుగా నిలిచిన రెండు పాటలను తెరపై చూపించిన విధానం బాగుంది.\n\nనిర్మాణ విలువలు, ఇతర సాంకేతిక అంశాల పరంగా సినిమా శుభ్రంగా, రిచ్‌గా కనిపిస్తుంది. కొన్ని లెక్కపెట్టగలిగే సన్నివేశాలు మినహాయిస్తే, రూపొందించిన సెట్లు, పరిసరాలు కథకు అవసరమైన ప్రపంచాన్ని సమర్థవంతంగా నిర్మించాయి.\n\nఇక సితార ఎంటర్‌టైన్‌మెంట్స్ విషయానికి వస్తే — మరో మంచి లేదా కనీసం డీసెంట్ సినిమా వచ్చే వరకు మధ్యలో రాబోయే కొన్ని below-average చిత్రాలను భరించడానికి విశ్వనాథ్ అండ్ సన్స్ వారికి మంచి money banker అయ్యే అవకాశముంది. కనీసం వారి ఇటీవలి ట్రాక్ రికార్డ్ చూస్తే నాకు అలాగే అనిపిస్తోంది!", "verdict": "విశ్వనాథ్ అండ్ సన్స్ ఊహించగలిగే కథనం, ద్వితీయార్థంలో కనిపించే స్పష్టమైన టోన్ మార్పు కారణంగా పూర్తిస్థాయిలో ప్రభావం చూపించలేకపోయినా, హృదయానికి దగ్గరయ్యే సందర్భాలు, ఆకట్టుకునే నటన, అందమైన సంభాషణలు, కుటుంబ ప్రేక్షకులకు చేరువయ్యే అంగీకారం అనే భావనతో సంతృప్తినిచ్చే రొమాంటిక్ ఫ్యామిలీ ఎంటర్‌టైనర్. లోపాలు ఉన్నాయి, కానీ వాటిని దాటుకుని ఆస్వాదించడానికి కావాల్సినంత హృదయం కూడా ఉంది.", "label": "Telugu", "visible": true }, "ta": { "body": "விஸ்வநாத் அண்ட் சன்ஸ் — இயல்பான எழுத்தும் நேர்த்தியான இயக்கமும் இணைந்து திருப்தியளிக்கும் ஒரு ரொமான்டிக் என்டர்டெய்னர். குறிப்பாக குடும்ப ரசிகர்கள் உட்பட வெவ்வேறு தரப்பினரையும் சென்றடையக்கூடிய விஷயம் இதில் இருக்கிறது. உறவுகள், முடிவுகள், எது சரி–எது தவறு என்ற இரு பக்கங்களையும் முன்வைத்துவிட்டு, இறுதியில் ஏற்றுக்கொள்ளுதல் என்ற எளிமையான ஆனால் முக்கியமான கருத்தை நோக்கி படம் நகர்கிறது.\n\nமுதல் பாதி மிகவும் இயல்பாகவும் இலகுவாகவும் பயணிக்கிறது. Warm ஆன தருணங்கள், சின்னச் சின்ன நகைச்சுவை, கதாபாத்திரங்களுக்கு இடையிலான அன்பான உரையாடல்கள் என எந்தவித அவசரமும் இல்லாமல் கதை நம்மை அதன் உலகிற்குள் அழைத்துச் செல்கிறது. ஒரு கட்டத்தில் படம் பார்ப்பதைவிட மனதை லேசாக்கும் சில மனிதர்களின் உரையாடல்களைக் கவனித்துக் கொண்டிருப்பது போன்ற உணர்வையும் தருகிறது.\n\nஇரண்டாம் பாதிக்குள் சென்றதும் படத்தின் tone கணிசமாக மாறுகிறது. அதுவரை இலகுவாக நகர்ந்த கதை, படிப்படியாக உணர்ச்சிகரமான பகுதிகளுக்குள் செல்கிறது. அதில் சில தருணங்கள் உண்மையாகவே தாக்கத்தை ஏற்படுத்துகின்றன — குறிப்பாக ஒரு காட்சியில் என் கண்களில் கண்ணீர் வந்ததே இல்லை என்று சொன்னால் அது பொய்யாகிவிடும்.\n\nஅதே நேரத்தில், இந்த tonal shift எல்லோருக்கும் ஒரே அளவில் வேலை செய்யுமா என்பது சந்தேகமே. கதையின் அடுத்த நகர்வு என்னவாக இருக்கும் என்பதைப் பல இடங்களில் முன்கூட்டியே கணிக்க முடிகிறது. வெங்கி அட்லூரியின் இயக்கமும் சில திருப்பங்களை மறைத்து வைத்து ஆச்சரியப்படுத்துவதில் பெரிதாக ஆர்வம் காட்டவில்லை. அதனால் உணர்ச்சிகள் சரியாக அமையும் இடங்களில்கூட, அவற்றை நோக்கிய பயணம் எங்கு முடியும் என்பது முன்னரே புரிந்துவிடுகிறது.\n\nசூர்யா, மமிதா பைஜு, ராதிகா சரத்குமார் — மூவருமே தங்களுடைய கதாபாத்திரங்களுக்கு தேவையான charm மற்றும் warmth-ஐ கொண்டு வந்திருக்கிறார்கள். தேவையற்ற மிகைப்படுத்தல் இல்லாமல் நடித்திருப்பதால் அவர்களுக்கிடையேயான காட்சிகளும் இயல்பாக அமைகின்றன. குறைந்த screen time கிடைத்த துணை நடிகர்களும் தங்களுக்குக் கிடைத்த இடத்தைச் சரியாக பயன்படுத்தியிருக்கிறார்கள்.\n\nவெங்கி அட்லூரி மீண்டும் ஒரு எளிமையான கதையை தேவையில்லாமல் சிக்கலாக்காமல் சொல்ல முடியும் என்பதை நிரூபிக்கிறார். குறிப்பாக சில வசனங்கள் மிகவும் அழகாக எழுதப்பட்டிருக்கின்றன. பெரிய வார்த்தைகளையோ கட்டாயப்படுத்தப்பட்ட உணர்ச்சிகளையோ பயன்படுத்தாமல், சாதாரண உரையாடல்களின் வழியே சில தருணங்களை மனதில் பதிய வைப்பது எழுத்தின் நல்ல அம்சம்.\n\nஜி.வி. பிரகாஷ் குமார் இசையும் பின்னணி இசையும் படத்திற்கு தேவையான mood-ஐ சரியாக அமைக்கின்றன. குறை சொல்லும் அளவுக்கு இல்லை; அதே நேரத்தில் படம் முடிந்த பிறகும் மனதில் தொடர்ந்து ஒலிக்கும் அளவுக்கும் செல்லவில்லை. ஆனால் ஏற்கனவே chartbuster-களாக மாறியிருந்த இரண்டு பாடல்கள் திரையில் சிறப்பாகக் காட்சிப்படுத்தப்பட்டிருக்கின்றன.\n\nProduction மற்றும் technical அம்சங்களில் படம் சுத்தமாகவும் rich-ஆகவும் தெரிகிறது. எண்ணிக்கையில் சொல்லிவிடக்கூடிய சில காட்சிகளைத் தவிர்த்தால், உருவாக்கப்பட்ட sets மற்றும் சுற்றுப்புறங்கள் கதைக்குத் தேவையான உலகத்தை நன்றாக complement செய்கின்றன.\n\nஇப்போது Sithara Entertainments பற்றி சொல்ல வேண்டுமென்றால் — அடுத்த decent அல்லது நல்ல படத்தை அவர்கள் தேர்வு செய்யும் வரை இடையில் வரக்கூடிய சில below-average படங்களைத் தாங்குவதற்கு விஸ்வநாத் அண்ட் சன்ஸ் ஒரு நல்ல money banker ஆக இருக்கலாம். குறைந்தபட்சம் அவர்களுடைய track record அப்படித்தான் நினைக்க வைக்கிறது!", "verdict": "விஸ்வநாத் அண்ட் சன்ஸ் முழுமையாக புதுமையான படமல்ல. Predictable ஆன கதையும் இரண்டாம் பாதியில் ஏற்படும் குறிப்பிடத்தக்க tonal shift-உம் அதன் தாக்கத்தை ஓரளவு குறைக்கின்றன. இருந்தாலும் அழகான வசனங்கள், விரும்பத்தக்க நடிப்புகள், உணர்ச்சிகரமான சில தருணங்கள் மற்றும் ஏற்றுக்கொள்ளுதல் என்ற மையக் கருத்தின் மூலம், குடும்பத்துடன் பார்க்கக்கூடிய திருப்திகரமான ரொமான்டிக் என்டர்டெய்னராக படம் தனது வேலையைச் செய்கிறது. குறைகள் இருக்கின்றன; அவற்றைக் கடந்து ரசிக்க வைக்கும் அளவுக்கு இதயமும் இருக்கிறது.", "label": "Tamil", "visible": true } }, "videoUrl": "https://youtube.com/shorts/5W3mKtzdHH0?feature=share", "videoDisplay": "auto", "castCards": [], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "videoTitle": "", "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/2/9/0/8/4/5/1290845-vishwanath-sons-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=41fb5fbdac", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/pjhMuXD5LzjaCmOeKe31S4cYd1O.jpg" }, "letterboxd-review-1451594953": { "title": "DC", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-08-15", "body": "DC — perhaps the title stands more convincingly for Disproportionate Credit than Devadas and Chandra, because the film never quite comes together as strongly as its individual departments suggest it should.\n\nI walked into Arun Matheswaran’s directorial with a fair amount of expectation. The teaser and trailer were sharply cut and carried a certain energy, while Anirudh Ravichander’s already-popular album had done plenty of heavy lifting even before the film reached theatres. Unfortunately, the movie itself doesn’t consistently match the promise created by its promotional material.\n\nFor a large portion of its 2-hour-20-minute runtime, DC almost feels less like watching a film and more like attending an extended listening session for Anirudh’s album. Songs & Scores arrive one after another with barely enough breathing room between them, to the point where the soundtrack becomes inseparable from the screenplay. Strangely enough, that also ends up being one of the film’s saving graces.\n\nThe first half is where the film struggles the most. It jumps straight into establishing its central plot, yet the storytelling somehow doesn’t create the feeling that a compelling narrative is actually being built. Instead, it keeps moving through a chain of events without generating enough involvement. There is movement on screen, but comparatively little dramatic pull underneath it.\n\nThankfully, things improve considerably after the interval. From that point until the climax, the narrative finds better footing, the sequences have more purpose, and the entertainment works more naturally. There is a noticeable improvement in both momentum and engagement, making the latter half considerably easier to invest in. It doesn’t completely repair the shortcomings of what came before, but it certainly gives the film a much-needed push towards a more satisfying finish.\n\nOne department that consistently leaves an impression is Mukesh G’s cinematography. The visual composition is easily among the film’s strongest technical qualities. Several frames are beautifully constructed, while the camera work gives even otherwise ordinary stretches a distinct texture. There are shots where the imagery itself speaks far more confidently than the writing surrounding it.\n\nAnd then there is Anirudh. His music may be used excessively, but considering how uneven the film feels elsewhere, it is difficult to complain too much when the album is also responsible for maintaining much of its energy. In a film that frequently searches for momentum, the soundtrack repeatedly supplies it.", "verdict": "DC has strong music, striking cinematography and a noticeably better second half, but those individual strengths cannot entirely compensate for an underwhelming first hour. What begins as a surprisingly flat experience eventually finds some rhythm after the interval, resulting in an average outing that works better in parts than as a complete film.", "metadata": { "director": "Arun Matheswaran", "cast": "Lokesh Kanagaraj, Wamiqa Gabbi, Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Avinash Raghudevan, Jawahar Sakthi", "runtime": "2h 22m", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Romance", "Action", "Drama" ], "translations": { "te": { "body": "DC — దేవదాస్ అండ్ చంద్ర కంటే, Disproportionate Credit అనే అర్థమే ఈ సినిమాకు కాస్త ఎక్కువగా సరిపోతుందేమో అనిపించింది. ఎందుకంటే సినిమాలోని కొన్ని విభాగాలు చూపించిన స్థాయికి, మొత్తం సినిమా మాత్రం ఒక సమగ్ర అనుభూతిగా నిలబడలేకపోయింది.\n\nఅరుణ్ మాథేశ్వరన్ దర్శకత్వంలో వచ్చిన ఈ సినిమాపై నాకు మొదటి నుంచే మంచి అంచనాలున్నాయి. టీజర్, ట్రైలర్‌ను కట్ చేసిన తీరు ఒక ప్రత్యేకమైన ఎనర్జీని ఇచ్చాయి. దానికి తోడు అనిరుధ్ రవిచందర్ ఆల్బమ్ అప్పటికే బాగా ఆకట్టుకుని, సినిమా విడుదలకు ముందే కావాల్సిన హైప్‌లో తన వంతు పాత్ర పోషించింది. కానీ ఆ ప్రమోషనల్ మెటీరియల్ ఇచ్చిన నమ్మకాన్ని సినిమా అంతటా నిలబెట్టుకోలేకపోయింది.\n\nనిజం చెప్పాలంటే, దాదాపు 2 గంటల 20 నిమిషాల పాటు సినిమా చూసిన అనుభూతికంటే అనిరుధ్ ఆల్బమ్‌ను ఒక లాంగ్ ప్లేలిస్ట్‌లా విన్న ఫీలింగే ఎక్కువగా వచ్చింది. ఒక పాట ముగిసిందో లేదో మరో ట్రాక్ మొదలవుతుంది. మధ్యలో కథకు కాస్త ఊపిరి తీసుకునే సమయం కూడా దొరకనంతగా సంగీతం స్క్రీన్‌ప్లేతో కలిసిపోయింది. విచిత్రంగా, అదే సినిమాకు ఒక రకంగా సేవింగ్ ఫ్యాక్టర్ కూడా. కథనం ఎనర్జీ కోల్పోతున్న ప్రతిసారీ మ్యూజిక్ మళ్లీ దాన్ని పైకి లేపడానికి ప్రయత్నిస్తుంది.\n\nముఖ్యంగా మొదటి భాగమే ఎక్కువగా నిరాశపరిచింది. కథను పరిచయం చేయడంలో ఎలాంటి ఆలస్యం లేకుండా సినిమా నేరుగా విషయానికి వచ్చినప్పటికీ, ఒక బలమైన కథ నిర్మితమవుతోందనే భావన మాత్రం కలగదు. దేవదాస్, చంద్రల ప్రయాణంతో ప్రేక్షకుడిని పూర్తిగా కనెక్ట్ చేయడం కంటే, వరుస సంఘటనలను దాటుకుంటూ ముందుకు వెళ్లడంపైనే ఎక్కువ దృష్టి పెట్టినట్లు అనిపిస్తుంది. తెరపై చాలా జరుగుతూనే ఉంటుంది, కానీ వాటి వెనుక ఉండాల్సిన డ్రామాటిక్ ఇంపాక్ట్ మాత్రం అంతగా కనిపించదు.\n\nఇంటర్వెల్ తర్వాత మాత్రం పరిస్థితి గణనీయంగా మెరుగవుతుంది. అక్కడి నుంచి క్లైమాక్స్ వరకు కథనం కాస్త పట్టు సాధిస్తుంది. సన్నివేశాలకు స్పష్టమైన ఉద్దేశం కనిపిస్తుంది, కొన్ని సీక్వెన్సులు నిజంగానే ఎంటర్‌టైన్ చేస్తాయి, అలాగే కథలోని మొమెంటమ్ కూడా సహజంగా పెరుగుతుంది. మొదటి భాగంలోని లోపాలను పూర్తిగా సరిచేయకపోయినా, రెండో భాగం మాత్రం సినిమాను చాలా వరకు నిలబెడుతుంది. మొత్తంగా చూస్తే, ఫస్ట్ హాఫ్‌తో పోలిస్తే సెకండ్ హాఫ్ స్పష్టంగా మెరుగైన అనుభవం.\n\nటెక్నికల్‌గా మాత్రం ముఖేష్ జి సినిమాటోగ్రఫీ ప్రత్యేకంగా చెప్పుకోవాలి. విజువల్ కంపోజిషన్ ఈ సినిమాలోని బలమైన అంశాల్లో ఒకటి. కొన్ని ఫ్రేమ్స్ అద్భుతంగా కుదిరాయి; కెమెరా వర్క్ సాధారణంగా అనిపించే సన్నివేశాలకు కూడా ఒక ప్రత్యేకమైన విజువల్ టెక్స్చర్‌ను తీసుకొస్తుంది. కొన్ని చోట్ల కథనం చెప్పలేని విషయాన్ని విజువల్స్ మరింత నమ్మకంగా చెప్పేస్తాయి.\n\nఇక అనిరుధ్ గురించి ప్రత్యేకంగా చెప్పాల్సిన అవసరం లేకపోయినా, ఈ సినిమాలో అతని సంగీతం గురించి మాట్లాడకుండా ఉండలేం. పాటలు అవసరానికి మించి ఉపయోగించినట్లు అనిపించినా, మిగతా సినిమా అంత స్థిరంగా సాగకపోవడంతో వాటిపై పూర్తిగా ఫిర్యాదు చేయడం కూడా కష్టం. సినిమా ఎక్కడైతే తన రిథమ్‌ను కోల్పోతుందో, అక్కడ మ్యూజిక్ మళ్లీ ఎనర్జీ తీసుకురావడానికి ప్రయత్నిస్తుంది.", "verdict": "బలమైన సంగీతం, ఆకట్టుకునే సినిమాటోగ్రఫీ, మొదటి భాగంతో పోలిస్తే చాలా మెరుగైన సెకండ్ హాఫ్ — ఇవన్నీ DCకి ప్లస్ పాయింట్స్. కానీ బలహీనమైన ఫస్ట్ హాఫ్, అసమానమైన కథనం కారణంగా ఆ ప్రత్యేకతలన్నీ కలిసి సినిమాను పూర్తిగా నిలబెట్టలేకపోయాయి. మొదట్లో ఫ్లాట్‌గా మొదలైన అనుభవం ఇంటర్వెల్ తర్వాత కొంత రిథమ్ అందుకుంటుంది. చివరికి, సంపూర్ణ సినిమాగా కంటే కొన్ని విడివిడి అంశాల్లోనే ఎక్కువగా పనిచేసే ఓ సగటు ప్రయత్నంగా మిగిలిపోతుంది.", "label": "Telugu", "visible": true }, "ta": { "body": "DC — தேவதாஸ் மற்றும் சந்திரா என்பதைக் காட்டிலும், Disproportionate Credit என்பதே இந்தப் படத்துக்கு இன்னும் பொருத்தமான விரிவாக்கமாகத் தோன்றுகிறது. காரணம், படத்தின் சில தனிப்பட்ட அம்சங்கள் ஏற்படுத்தும் தாக்கத்தை, ஒட்டுமொத்த திரைப்பட அனுபவம் முழுமையாகத் தக்கவைத்துக் கொள்ளவில்லை.\n\nஅருண் மாதேஸ்வரன் இயக்கிய இந்தப் படத்தின் மீது எனக்கு ஆரம்பத்திலிருந்தே நல்ல எதிர்பார்ப்பு இருந்தது. டீசரும் ட்ரெய்லரும் கட் செய்யப்பட்ட விதத்தில் ஒரு தனித்துவமான எனர்ஜி இருந்தது. அதற்கு மேலாக, அனிருத் ரவிச்சந்தரின் ஆல்பம் ஏற்கனவே பெரிய அளவில் கவனம் பெற்றிருந்ததால், படம் வெளியாகும் முன்பே தேவையான ஹைப்பை உருவாக்குவதில் இசை பெரும் பங்கு வகித்திருந்தது. ஆனால் அந்த புரமோஷனல் மெட்டீரியல் கொடுத்த நம்பிக்கையை படம் முழுவதும் ஒரே அளவில் தக்கவைக்கவில்லை.\n\nஉண்மையைச் சொன்னால், 2 மணி 20 நிமிடங்கள் ஒரு திரைப்படத்தைப் பார்த்த உணர்வை விட, அனிருத்தின் ஆல்பத்தை நீண்ட ப்ளேலிஸ்ட்டாகக் கேட்ட உணர்வே அதிகமாக இருந்தது. ஒரு பாடல் முடிந்தவுடன் இன்னொரு ட்ராக் என, இசைக்கு இடையே படமே கொஞ்சம் மூச்சுவிட நேரமில்லாத அளவுக்கு பாடல்கள் தொடர்ந்து வருகின்றன. ஒரு கட்டத்தில் சவுண்ட்டிராக்கும் திரைக்கதையும் தனித்தனியாகத் தெரியாத அளவுக்கு ஒன்றோடொன்று கலந்துவிடுகின்றன. ஆச்சரியமாக, அதுவே படத்தின் முக்கியமான சேவிங் ஃபேக்டர்களில் ஒன்றாகவும் மாறுகிறது. கதை தனது வேகத்தை இழக்கும் போதெல்லாம், இசை மீண்டும் அதற்கு உயிரூட்டுகிறது.\n\nகுறிப்பாக முதல் பாதிதான் அதிகம் தடுமாறுகிறது. கதையை நிறுவுவதில் நேரத்தை வீணாக்காமல் படம் நேரடியாக விஷயத்திற்குள் சென்றாலும், ஒரு வலுவான கதை உருவாகிக் கொண்டிருக்கிறது என்ற உணர்வு மட்டும் கிடைப்பதில்லை. தேவதாஸ் மற்றும் சந்திராவின் பயணத்துடன் பார்வையாளரை முழுமையாக இணைப்பதைவிட, அடுத்தடுத்த நிகழ்வுகளை நோக்கி நகர்வதிலேயே திரைக்கதை அதிக ஆர்வம் காட்டுகிறது. திரையில் தொடர்ந்து ஏதாவது நடந்துகொண்டே இருந்தாலும், அதற்குப் பின்னால் இருக்க வேண்டிய உணர்ச்சிப்பூர்வமான அல்லது நாடக ரீதியான தாக்கம் போதுமான அளவில் உருவாகவில்லை.\n\nஇடைவேளைக்குப் பிறகு படம் குறிப்பிடத்தக்க அளவில் மேம்படுகிறது. அங்கிருந்து கிளைமாக்ஸ் வரை கதை சொல்லும் விதத்தில் ஒரு பிடிப்பு கிடைக்கிறது. காட்சிகளுக்கு தெளிவான நோக்கம் உருவாகிறது, சில சீக்வென்ஸ்கள் உண்மையிலேயே என்டர்டெயின் செய்கின்றன, மேலும் படத்தின் வேகமும் இயல்பாக அதிகரிக்கிறது. முதல் பாதியில் ஏற்பட்ட குறைகளை முழுமையாகச் சரிசெய்யவில்லை என்றாலும், இரண்டாம் பாதி படத்தை கணிசமாகத் தாங்குகிறது. முதல் பாதியுடன் ஒப்பிட்டால், இரண்டாம் பாதி சந்தேகமே இல்லாமல் சிறந்த அனுபவம்.\n\nடெக்னிக்கலாக முகேஷ் ஜியின் ஒளிப்பதிவு படத்தின் மிக வலுவான அம்சங்களில் ஒன்று. விஷுவல் கம்போசிஷன் பல இடங்களில் அழகாக அமைந்திருக்கிறது. சில ஃப்ரேம்களும் ஷாட்களும் தனியாகவே கவனம் ஈர்க்கின்றன. சாதாரணமாகக் கடந்து போகக்கூடிய காட்சிகளுக்குக்கூட கேமரா வொர்க் ஒரு தனித்துவமான விஷுவல் டெக்ஸ்ச்சரை வழங்குகிறது. சில தருணங்களில், எழுத்து வெளிப்படுத்தத் தவறியதை காட்சிகள் இன்னும் நம்பிக்கையுடன் வெளிப்படுத்துகின்றன.\n\nஅனிருத் பற்றி தனியாகச் சொல்ல வேண்டிய அவசியமே இல்லையென்றாலும், இந்தப் படத்தில் அவரது இசையைத் தவிர்த்து பேச முடியாது. பாடல்கள் அளவுக்கு அதிகமாகப் பயன்படுத்தப்பட்டிருக்கின்றன என்ற உணர்வு இருந்தாலும், மற்ற இடங்களில் படம் தடுமாறும்போது அதே இசைதான் எனர்ஜியைத் தக்கவைக்கிறது. கதை எங்கெல்லாம் தனது ரிதத்தை இழக்கிறதோ, அங்கெல்லாம் சவுண்ட்டிராக் அதை மீண்டும் மேலே கொண்டு வர முயற்சிக்கிறது.", "verdict": "வலுவான இசை, கவனம் ஈர்க்கும் ஒளிப்பதிவு மற்றும் முதல் பாதியை விட கணிசமாக மேம்பட்ட இரண்டாம் பாதி ஆகியவை DC-யின் பலம். ஆனால் பலவீனமான முதல் பாதியும் சீரற்ற கதை சொல்லலும் அந்த தனிப்பட்ட சிறப்புகளை முழுமையான திரைப்பட அனுபவமாக மாற்றத் தவறுகின்றன. ஆரம்பத்தில் ஃப்ளாட்டாக நகரும் படம் இடைவேளைக்குப் பிறகு ஓரளவு ரிதத்தைப் பிடிக்கிறது. இறுதியில், முழுப் படமாகச் சிறப்பாகச் செயல்படுவதைக் காட்டிலும், சில தனிப்பட்ட அம்சங்களால் மட்டுமே கவனம் பெறும் ஒரு சராசரி முயற்சியாகவே நிற்கிறது.", "label": "Tamil", "visible": true } }, "videoDisplay": "channel", "castCards": [ { "name": "Lokesh Kanagaraj", "character": "Devadas", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/rIaS3kKkmPCLiAu1rzbsERMgbXk.jpg" }, { "name": "Wamiqa Gabbi", "character": "Chandra", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/e1CNXkH2scGeoabOTowFJJxX2YF.jpg" }, { "name": "Sanjana Krishnamoorthy", "character": "Parvathi", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/eNYxaRfb8xyj0OoNa46txZhzuWw.jpg" }, { "name": "Avinash Raghudevan", "character": "Kitty", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/AuiRkWkzpmZU2P88s1wwcqVDKJV.jpg" }, { "name": "Jawahar Sakthi", "character": "Karuppan", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/tujqtpUT92SDeo2AuUJiJGKBfYp.jpg" }, { "name": "Sharath Ravi", "character": "Chunnilal", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/5hgdkBe06e6xRRTPvQEPcoanC2u.jpg" }, { "name": "Kasthoori Raja", "character": 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inconsistent writing despite offering occasional bursts of well-executed carnage. While the direction and brutal action sequences make it marginally watchable, the overall experience rarely justifies its existence.\n\nThe premise follows the familiar formula the series has conditioned its audience to expect: by the time the credits roll, almost everyone is destined to meet a gruesome end. That alone isn't much of a spoiler, but if you prefer going in completely blind, this is probably the point to stop reading.\n\nFor those who may not remember how Evil Dead Rise concluded, Burn directly continues its opening thread. The possessed woman last seen in the parking lot survives long enough to murder a couple of unsuspecting men near a lakeside before being struck by Will Price in a road accident. Instead of ending the nightmare, the entity simply transfers itself into Will, setting up the central conflict as he returns home and relentlessly hunts his own family.\n\nSurprisingly, the film spends nearly forty minutes establishing this setup before it finally embraces the gore and violence the franchise is known for. Once the bloodshed begins, the pacing certainly improves, but the narrative is constantly held back by glaring logical inconsistencies surrounding the Deadites themselves.\n\nThe film introduces a weapon capable of extracting the demonic entity from a possessed victim, yet it never convincingly explains why that is necessary when other Deadites are seemingly dispatched by simply crushing or dismembering them. If Will can continue walking through blazing fire with an almost completely destroyed body, why are others rendered permanently inactive after suffering comparatively similar injuries? Throughout the film, these creatures endure horrific damage without consequence until the screenplay suddenly decides otherwise. The rules change whenever the plot demands it, making suspension of disbelief increasingly difficult.\n\nIronically, despite belonging to one of horror's most recognisable possession franchises, Evil Dead Burn rarely feels like a horror film. Beyond the possession itself, there is little genuine sense of supernatural dread. The evil lacks an intimidating presence, doesn't employ much in the way of dark occult abilities, and the film offers almost no memorable jump scares. More often than not, it resembles a zombie survival thriller with infected humans rather than a chilling demonic horror experience.\n\nThat said, the technical department deserves credit where it's due. The sound design is particularly effective, amplifying the impact of every brutal encounter, while the action choreography and staging are executed with confidence. These moments inject enough energy into the proceedings to keep the film from becoming completely tedious, even if they can't compensate for the screenplay's shortcomings.\n\nA quick note for those planning to stay until the end: there are two post-credit scenes. The mid-credit sequence clearly teases another sequel, while the post-credit scene attempts to revisit unresolved threads from Evil Dead Rise, although it offers little explanation and raises a question regarding that film's ending. With Evil Dead: Wrath reportedly serving as a prequel to the original trilogy set in the 1970s, it's difficult to see these teases paying off anytime soon, but time will tell.", "verdict": "Evil Dead Burn delivers enough blood, gore and technical competence to satisfy viewers looking purely for visceral mayhem, but its weak internal logic, sluggish first act and near absence of genuine horror make it one of the franchise's less memorable outings. It's passable for longtime fans curious about where the series is heading, but otherwise remains an easily skippable chapter that mistakes excessive violence for effective horror.", "metadata": { "director": "Sébastien Vaniček", "cast": "Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Erroll Shand", "runtime": "1h 50m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Horror" ], "streaming": [ "Prime Video", "Rent / Buy" ], "translations": {}, "videoDisplay": "channel", "castCards": [ { "name": "Souheila Yacoub", "character": "Alice", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/x4ZyW9juKKrTbNFwR53FDyAsXAs.jpg" }, { "name": "Tandi Wright", "character": "Susan", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/zluVB3mzZVlv8D013OgeQLhzNEw.jpg" }, { "name": "Hunter Doohan", "character": "Joseph", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/ihno5ut6ha8TaubQFgl5Ozco2K1.jpg" }, { "name": "Luciane Buchanan", "character": "Thya", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/9fTzSU4310StDoO9T0nQyGOLurn.jpg" }, { "name": "Erroll Shand", "character": "Edgar", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/75nc5lUcp1So9RTNNr08NZ0oQDG.jpg" }, { "name": "Maude Davey", "character": "Polly", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/gJsnWVfgcyFrTYPVvcJrvIjIH1k.jpg" }, { "name": "George Pullar", "character": "Will", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/lF86e5h2iMS8IaIuExv1p81mi7R.jpg" }, { "name": "Greta van den Brink", "character": "Jessica", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/offeicvD1BnhZ4S0yz3C3YwxWZS.jpg" }, { "name": "Keanu Karim", "character": "Jared", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/dobjH9GFqBRhYJejTUBMaHCqWmH.jpg" }, { "name": "Victory Ndukwe", "character": "Leo", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/fAIXv88uXtJp1dH5qoMpsZxn8w1.jpg" } ], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "videoUrl": "", "videoTitle": "" }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "https://a.ltrbxd.com/resized/film-poster/1/0/9/7/0/2/2/1097022-evil-dead-burn-0-600-0-900-crop.jpg?v=398ff82d46", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/uRxrNXQWkHoENm3nwVOZDYSCx2F.jpg" }, "studio-entry-the-furious-2026-1787089492471": { "title": "The Furious", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "The Furious is a relentless martial arts action thriller that keeps fists and feet flying almost non-stop, yet only a handful of its blows truly leave an impact.\n\nFor a film widely hailed as one of the year's finest action spectacles, it ultimately feels like another case of expectations running ahead of execution. The trailer suggested a gritty, hard-hitting ride with the potential to stand alongside the genre's best. Unfortunately, the final product never quite reaches those heights.\n\nI'll keep this spoiler-free, and if you haven't watched it yet, I'd still recommend forming your own opinion first. I don't believe in shaping someone else's experience before they've had the chance to see a film themselves.\n\nThe premise is as straightforward as the promotional material already reveals. Two middle-aged men—a father and a husband—cross paths while searching for their missing daughter and wife, eventually finding themselves up against a ruthless human trafficking network and the people operating behind it. It's a familiar setup that serves as a foundation for what should have been an intense action-driven rescue mission.\n\nThe opening sequence itself raised my first concern. A journalist effortlessly holding her own in combat is one thing if there's established training behind it, but the film expects the same level of capability from her journalist husband with little justification. It's a minor detail on paper, yet it weakens the initial believability of the narrative.\n\nOnce the action begins, the first chase is staged with decent energy and momentum. However, the choreography often feels inconsistent. Miao Xie repeatedly attempts to escape whenever confronted by the stronger opponent, only to stand his ground against others without much reasoning. These character choices occasionally undermine the tension rather than strengthen it.\n\nMost of the set pieces are clearly planned with ambition. The use of environmental props and confined spaces shows creativity, but the execution lacks the conviction needed to make every strike feel meaningful. Rather than delivering impactful blows, many exchanges rely heavily on repeated punches, shoves and prolonged grappling, leaving several confrontations feeling less visceral than they should.\n\nPerhaps that's simply the stylistic approach of this particular brand of Chinese martial arts cinema, but I found myself waiting for fights that carried greater force and urgency. The choreography is technically competent, yet it rarely achieves the satisfying physicality that elevates memorable action films.\n\nThe climax is easily the strongest portion of the film. What begins as a compelling two-on-two confrontation gradually evolves into a more dynamic multi-sided battle, injecting fresh energy into the finale. Even then, it feels like a missed opportunity, as the choreography hints at something exceptional without ever fully committing to it.\n\nVisually, the film remains serviceable. The cinematography is adequate, the sound design does its job, and while some visual effects are noticeably artificial, they never become a major distraction since the film is primarily concerned with its action.\n\nJoe Taslim once again proves why he's become such a familiar face in modern action cinema. Much like his appearances in films such as The Raid, The Night Comes for Us and The Swordsman, he brings an undeniable physical presence that naturally suits this genre.\n\nThe ending leaves the protagonist's past deliberately unexplored, seemingly opening the door for a potential prequel. While that possibility exists, I never felt invested enough in the characters to believe another chapter is necessary. As it stands, The Furious delivers enough entertainment in moments but remains largely forgettable once the credits roll.", "verdict": "The Furious offers relentless action and flashes of inventive choreography, but inconsistent execution, underwhelming impact and an inability to capitalize on its strongest ideas prevent it from becoming the standout martial arts thriller its reputation suggests. 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The title itself originates from the third book of the Bible, symbolizing the pursuit of purity and redemption from sin—an underlying theme that subtly echoes throughout the film's narrative.\n\nRather than relying on familiar horror conventions, the film explores the emotional burden of a same-sex relationship trapped within a deeply judgmental environment. It portrays the fear of acknowledging one's identity in a society—and even within families—that views such relationships with rejection and intolerance. The film paints a bleak reality where acceptance feels impossible, leaving its characters with a cruel choice: conform to expectations or face devastating consequences.\n\nI appreciated the measured way the story unfolds. Its deliberate pacing never rushes toward revelations, instead allowing the atmosphere to gradually settle in. Much like Obsession, this is a film whose technical excellence significantly enhances the overall experience. 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Instead of explicitly labeling it as a demon, spirit, or evil entity, it is simply referred to as \"It,\" allowing the unknown to remain mysterious while reinforcing the psychological nature of the narrative.\n\nClocking in at under 90 minutes, Leviticus remains engaging throughout and never truly becomes tedious. Its concise runtime, combined with strong technical execution, ensures a consistent experience. That said, viewers should adjust their expectations accordingly. Despite its supernatural themes, this is far closer to a psychological thriller than a traditional horror film, and those anticipating frequent scares or conventional horror set pieces may find themselves looking in the wrong place.", "verdict": "Leviticus is a thoughtfully crafted psychological supernatural thriller that prioritizes atmosphere, and technical precision over overt horror. 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That formula has worked often enough in the past, even when the stories themselves were merely serviceable. Unfortunately, this outing struggles to provide either. Outside of a handful of recent okay-ish in his filmography, Statham's actioners have increasingly felt repetitive, and Mutiny continues that downward trend.\n\nThe film recycles a well-worn revenge template without adding anything remotely fresh to it. Beneath its surface lies an uninspired screenplay that mistakes routine genre conventions for engaging storytelling. The narrative lacks urgency, the pacing drags, and the overall execution feels lifeless for a film that desperately wants to be an adrenaline-fuelled action thriller.\n\nOrdinarily, overlooking a weak script wouldn't be much of an issue in a Jason Statham film if the action compensated for it. Here, even that safety net falls apart. 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Only Jason Statham loyalists with an unlimited tolerance might squeeze some fun out of this. For everyone else, it's simply chaos without a payoff.", "metadata": { "director": "Jean-François Richet", "cast": "Jason Statham, Annabelle Wallis, Roland Møller, Ramon Tikaram, Arnas Fedaravičius", "runtime": "1h 35m", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Action", "Thriller" ], "translations": { "te": { "body": "జేసన్ స్టాథమ్ సినిమా నుంచి సాధారణంగా ఆశించేది చాలా సింపుల్: క్లిష్టమైన కథ అవసరం లేదు, సరిపడా థ్రిల్లింగ్ యాక్షన్ ఉంటే చాలు. గతంలో సాధారణ కథలతోనూ ఈ ఫార్ములా పని చేసింది. కానీ మ్యూటినీ కథనాన్నీ, యాక్షన్‌నీ ఆసక్తికరంగా మలచలేకపోయింది. ఇటీవలి స్టాథమ్ చిత్రాల్లో కనిపిస్తున్న పునరావృత భావనను ఇది మరింత పెంచుతుంది.\n\nఎన్నోసార్లు చూసిన ప్రతీకార కథను ఈ చిత్రం కొత్తదనం లేకుండా మళ్లీ ఉపయోగిస్తుంది. సాధారణ జానర్ సన్నివేశాలనే ఆసక్తికరమైన కథనంగా భావించినట్టున్న స్క్రీన్‌ప్లేలో వేగం, ఉత్కంఠ రెండూ లోపించాయి. అడ్రినలిన్‌తో నిండాల్సిన యాక్షన్ థ్రిల్లర్ చాలా భాగం నిర్జీవంగా సాగుతుంది.\n\nస్టాథమ్ సినిమాలో కథ బలహీనంగా ఉన్నా యాక్షన్ దాన్ని నిలబెట్టగలదు. ఇక్కడ ఆ అవకాశమూ వృథా అయింది. కార్గో షిప్‌లో స్టాథమ్, అన్నాబెల్ వాలిస్ విలన్లతో ఆడే దాగుడుమూతలు పదే పదే రిపీట్ అవుతాయి. వేటాడేవారు వేటకు గురవడం, మళ్లీ పాత్రలు మారడం ఉత్కంఠను పెంచకుండా విసుగును మాత్రమే పెంచుతుంది.\n\nక్లైమాక్స్‌కు చేరుకున్నాక కూడా సినిమా నిర్మించిన ఉత్కంఠకు సరైన ఫలితం దక్కదు. హీరో, విలన్ మధ్య చివరి పోరు చాలా సాధారణంగా ముగుస్తుంది. స్టాథమ్ షిప్‌లోకి వచ్చిన వెంటనే జరగాల్సిన పోరును ఇంతసేపు ఎందుకు వాయిదా వేశారనే ప్రశ్న మాత్రమే మిగులుతుంది. కథను ఉత్కంఠభరితంగా చేయాల్సిన మలుపులు, చివరికి స్క్రీన్‌ప్లేలోని బలహీనతను మరింత స్పష్టంగా చూపిస్తాయి.", "verdict": "మ్యూటినీ జేసన్ స్టాథమ్ చిత్రాల జాబితాలో మరో నిరాశాజనకమైన చేరిక. ఆకట్టుకునే కథా లేదు, ఊపిరి బిగపట్టే యాక్షన్ కూడా లేదు. స్టాథమ్‌కు అంకితమైన అభిమానులు కొంత వినోదాన్ని వెతుక్కోవచ్చు; మిగతావారికి ఇది ఫలితం లేని గందరగోళమే.", "label": "Telugu", "visible": false } }, "videoDisplay": "auto", "castCards": [ { "name": "Jason Statham", "character": "Cole Reed", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/pXGSq2UpcDE2NMF8LR56QZf5U1q.jpg" }, { "name": "Annabelle Wallis", "character": "Angie Ellis", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/2ZmO2Zz9TcR0rmSJHOkivcu0heR.jpg" }, { "name": "Roland Møller", "character": "Captain Marko Madsen", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/bF7wrJ5mrIhSwyi6ylhyQWj9BoN.jpg" }, { "name": "Ramon Tikaram", "character": "Tibu Campallo", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/wtBLiI8tzeqPLMB9uswkyFhChva.jpg" }, { "name": "Arnas Fedaravičius", "character": "Mateo Pineda", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/7WfcGugvkuPqEzu0cUJBeJPt1lD.jpg" }, { "name": "Jason Wong", "character": "Taran", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/tt3D1PAoB8Yf4jPCovnhlP4pvL3.jpg" }, { "name": "Adrian Lester", "character": "Captain Adam Spencer", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/xyRB9aykTFtI42Ce8xFKZDCsHYd.jpg" }, { "name": "Chaneil Kular", "character": "Kameron Campallo", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/b6TmM2wcVntDMJGZWQM3ftshhIi.jpg" }, { "name": "Andrew John Tait", "character": "BK Lobby Businessman", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/zwRwArmNyMTjXTJQopegK0kL439.jpg" }, { "name": "Simon Kluth", "character": "Jaran Daniles", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/tk4Iwjm5z3G4bQRebSOpGopx6f0.jpg" } ], "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "videoUrl": "https://youtube.com/shorts/IDJpYWSUdbg?feature=share", "videoTitle": "", "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/lsYSWqj6i2iyUDJoLA2cazFJYlC.jpg" }, "studio-entry-irumudi-2026-1787405525282": { "title": "Irumudi", "year": "2026", "rating": "2.5", "date": "2026-08-22", "body": "Ravi Teja’s Irumudi is a passable drama that works in bits and pieces, with scattered humour, some suspense, and an emotional core that occasionally lands better than the film around it.\n\nShiva Nirvana has a fairly good plot point in hand, along with a social message that could have given the film more weight. The intention behind it is clear, but the screenplay doesn’t always bring those ideas together convincingly. The narrative takes a rather uneven route to reach where it wants to go, and somewhere along the way, part of what the film is trying to say gets diluted.\n\nRavi Teja and Sai Kumar are dependable as always. Both are exceptional actors, and they comfortably bring out what their respective characters demand without making the performances feel forced. But the little scene-stealer here is Nakshathra. There’s an effortless warmth whenever she is on screen, and her presence becomes one of the film’s most likeable elements.\n\nThe first half takes its own sweet time before properly getting into the plot. There are moments where the film keeps teasing the possibility of a full-fledged mass sequence, almost as though Ravi Teja is about to explode into familiar territory, but it never really happens. That leaves you expecting the second half to finally deliver on some of that build-up.\n\nInstead, the latter half pulls out a surprise from nowhere and suddenly shifts the film into a much more serious space. I’m someone who can get easily drawn into emotional portions when the character relationships work. Some of those scenes are handled quite well, largely because the bond between the characters has already been established strongly enough for the emotions to feel earned rather than simply inserted for effect.\n\nG.V. Prakash Kumar’s music is another positive. There’s a recurring flute tune that gives certain scenes a completely different feel whenever it kicks in. Malle Poola Pallaki also brings an instant burst of positive energy and is easily one of the more pleasant musical moments in the film.\n\nThe action, on the other hand, is forgettable. For a film starring Ravi Teja, the fights surprisingly lack energy, with choreography that feels rather lazy and leaves very little impact.\n\nI didn’t walk into Irumudi with huge expectations based on its promotional material, so I can’t say I came away entirely disappointed. At the same time, there simply wasn’t enough here for me to fully like it either. There are performances, emotions, music, and individual stretches that work, but the film struggles to bring all of them together into a consistently engaging whole.", "verdict": "Irumudi has a worthwhile idea and a few genuinely effective emotional moments, but its uneven screenplay keeps it somewhere in the middle. Neither a disappointment nor a particularly satisfying outing — just a passable drama with enough working in parts to get by.", "metadata": { "director": "Shiva Nirvana", "cast": "Ravi Teja, Nakshathra C M, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Sai Kumar, Ajay Ghosh", "runtime": "2h 32m", "nowPlaying": true, "genres": [ "Drama" ], "castCards": [ { "name": "Ravi Teja", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/5a9g645O30Qzhe3VFjvkhjnNfm2.jpg" }, { "name": "Nakshathra C M", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/1PxA7kkWPLpqDE0UpLaqhMapYA2.jpg" }, { "name": "Priya Bhavani Shankar", "character": "Kaveri", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/sX5Ue02f5kzOzVCa0R3dV2yPRmO.jpg" }, { "name": "Sai Kumar", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/Xq5VNf8rPgQF0tuQLjl5YwHPoc.jpg" }, { "name": "Ajay Ghosh", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/bvexSjSRhZM8ke753Sq1oZf5pxY.jpg" }, { "name": "Swasika", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/7LWxyKwGH5S1ZwEEjlbBcDUJKk8.jpg" }, { "name": 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సాయికుమార్ లాంటి అనుభవజ్ఞులైన నటుల గురించి ప్రత్యేకంగా చెప్పాల్సిన అవసరం లేదు. తమ పాత్రలకు కావాల్సిన భావోద్వేగాలను ఇద్దరూ సహజంగా తీసుకొచ్చారు. అయితే వీళ్ల మధ్యలో చిన్నారి నక్షత్ర తనకంటూ ప్రత్యేకంగా నిలుస్తుంది. తను కనిపించిన ప్రతిసారీ సినిమాలో ఒక చిన్న వెచ్చదనం వస్తుంది. తన స్క్రీన్ ప్రెజెన్స్, పాత్రలోని అమాయకత్వం ఈ సినిమాకు అదనపు బలంగా మారాయి.\n\nమొదటి భాగం అసలు కథలోకి వెళ్లడానికి కాస్త ఎక్కువ సమయమే తీసుకుంటుంది. మధ్యలో రవితేజ నుంచి ఒక మంచి మాస్ మూమెంట్ రాబోతోందేమో అన్నట్టుగా కొన్ని సందర్భాలు ఊరిస్తాయి. కానీ అవేవీ పూర్తిస్థాయిలో జరగవు. దీంతో వాటిని రెండో భాగం కోసం దాచిపెట్టారేమో అన్న అంచనా కలుగుతుంది.\n\nకానీ సెకండ్ హాఫ్ మాత్రం ఊహించని చోట ఒక సర్‌ప్రైజ్‌తో కథను మరో దిశలోకి తీసుకెళ్తుంది. అక్కడి నుంచి సినిమా టోన్ కూడా ఒక్కసారిగా సీరియస్‌గా మారుతుంది. నేను ఎమోషనల్ సన్నివేశాలకు త్వరగా కనెక్ట్ అయ్యే వ్యక్తిని కాబట్టి, ఈ భాగంలోని కొన్ని సీన్స్ నాకు బాగానే వర్క్ అయ్యాయి. ముఖ్యంగా పాత్రల మధ్య ముందే ఏర్పరిచిన అనుబంధం కారణంగా ఆ భావోద్వేగాలకు కొంత బలం వచ్చింది. కేవలం ప్రేక్షకుడిని ఎమోషనల్ చేయాలనే ప్రయత్నంలా కాకుండా, ఆ పాత్రల మధ్య ఉన్న బంధం నుంచి అవి రావడం ఈ భాగానికి ప్లస్ అయింది.\n\nజి.వి. ప్రకాష్ కుమార్ సంగీతం మరో మంచి అంశం. ముఖ్యంగా కొన్ని సన్నివేశాల్లో వచ్చే ఫ్లూట్ ట్యూన్, ఆ సీన్ ఫీల్‌నే మార్చేస్తుంది. ‘మల్లె పూల పల్లకి’ పాట కూడా వచ్చిన వెంటనే ఒక పాజిటివ్ ఎనర్జీ తీసుకొస్తుంది. కథనం అన్ని చోట్ల సహకరించకపోయినా, సంగీతం మాత్రం కొన్ని సందర్భాలను మరింత మెరుగ్గా నిలబెట్టింది.\n\nయాక్షన్ విషయానికి వస్తే మాత్రం చెప్పుకోవడానికి పెద్దగా ఏమీ లేదు. రవితేజ సినిమా నుంచి సాధారణంగా ఆశించే ఎనర్జీ ఫైట్స్‌లో కనిపించదు. యాక్షన్ కొరియోగ్రఫీ కూడా చాలా సాధారణంగా, కొన్నిచోట్ల మరీ లేజీగా అనిపించింది. సినిమా పూర్తయ్యాక గుర్తుండిపోయే యాక్షన్ మూమెంట్ ఒక్కటీ లేకపోవడం నిరాశ కలిగించే విషయం.\n\nప్రోమోషనల్ కంటెంట్ చూసినప్పుడే ‘ఇరుముడి’ మీద నాకు భారీ అంచనాలు ఏమీ లేవు. అందుకే సినిమా చూసిన తర్వాత పూర్తిగా నిరాశపడ్డానని చెప్పలేను. అదే సమయంలో పూర్తిగా నచ్చిందని కూడా చెప్పలేను. నటన, సంగీతం, ఎమోషన్స్‌తో పాటు కొన్ని విడివిడి సన్నివేశాలు బాగానే పనిచేశాయి. కానీ వాటన్నింటినీ ఒకే స్థాయిలో కలిపి ఆసక్తికరంగా నడిపించే కథనం లేకపోవడం సినిమాను మధ్యస్థాయిలోనే నిలిపేసింది.", "verdict": "మంచి కథాంశం, చెప్పాలనుకున్న ఒక సామాజిక సందేశం, అక్కడక్కడా బాగా కుదిరిన భావోద్వేగాలు ఉన్నప్పటికీ, అస్థిరమైన స్క్రీన్‌ప్లే ఇరుముడిని పూర్తిస్థాయిలో మెప్పించే సినిమాగా మారనివ్వలేదు. నిరాశపరిచే సినిమా కాదు, అలాగని పూర్తిగా సంతృప్తిపరిచేదీ కాదు — కొన్ని భాగాల్లో మెప్పిస్తూ ఓ మోస్తరుగా సాగిపోయే డ్రామా.", "label": "Telugu", "visible": true } }, "videoDisplay": "auto", "videoUrl": "https://youtube.com/shorts/2ik6kPbUVCE?feature=share", "seasons": "", "episodes": "", "videoTitle": "", "streaming": [] }, "published": true, "contentType": "movie", "clearMetadata": [ "seasons", "episodes" ], "poster": "", "useCustomPoster": true, "customPoster": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w780/sPePQmJRKkB14sGjB7zBkLJkaTW.jpg" }, "studio-entry-chennai-love-story-2026-1787557932230": { "title": "Chennai Love Story", "year": "2026", "rating": "2", "date": "2026-08-24", "body": "Chennai Love Story is a below-average rom-com that has its share of decent moments, performances and good production values, but the lengthy screenplay makes getting through it more tiring than it needs to be.\n\nCommercial romantic entertainers running around 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes have become fairly common these days. What I didn’t realise before starting this was that Chennai Love Story was actually close to three hours long. That alone isn’t necessarily a problem—I’ve watched and enjoyed movies running beyond three hours. Length matters much less when the screenplay and direction constantly give you something to stay invested in. Unfortunately, this film doesn’t manage that consistently.\n\nI like Kiran Abbavaram’s performance. There’s a certain naturalness in the way he plays the character, and he seems comfortable with what the role asks of him. But one thing I’ve noticed with some of his films is how heavily they revolve around either the protagonist or the lead pair. Because of that, the story itself sometimes ends up functioning more as a bridge between their scenes rather than becoming the driving force. I felt something similar here.\n\nThe first half isn’t particularly bad. There are a few decent portions, some okay moments and enough happening to simply go along with it. At the same time, I never felt strongly connected to anything either. It was more of a neutral “okay, I’m watching this” experience.\n\nInterestingly, the way the interval is staged almost feels like the story has reached its conclusion. It gives such a sense of closure that realising there’s still around another hour and a half left becomes slightly concerning.\n\nThe second half then takes the story somewhere I genuinely wasn’t expecting, and I found the sudden change rather funny. The idea itself isn’t necessarily the issue. Had the film projected itself in that direction from earlier on, or at least planted stronger hints during its progression, I probably would’ve accepted it better. When something that significant enters the narrative without enough groundwork, though, it naturally feels a little out of place.\n\nStill, I liked how a few details eventually connect. The explanation surrounding the hero’s actual name was a nice touch, and the fish metaphor shown during the credits gave some meaning to an element that could otherwise have seemed insignificant. Small connections like these worked for me.\n\nSri Gouri Priya gives a decent performance as well. Mani Sharma’s music works fine within the film and complements some portions adequately, although none of the tracks or score particularly stayed with me afterwards.\n\nAs far as the filmmaking itself goes, director Ravi Namburi has delivered a technically polished movie. Visually and production-wise, there isn’t much that bothered me. The film looks good, feels properly mounted and never comes across as lacking effort on that front.\n\nIt’s primarily the plot and screenplay where Chennai Love Story loses its footing. There are decent ingredients here, and individually some portions work perfectly fine, but they’re spread across a narrative that feels much longer than the material demands. A tighter screenplay and better preparation for the second-half shift could have made this considerably easier to enjoy.", "verdict": "Chennai Love Story isn’t an outright bad film. There are decent performances, great production quality, a few enjoyable portions and some thoughtful little connections within the story. But they aren’t enough to compensate for an overlong screenplay, uneven progression and a major narrative shift that doesn’t feel sufficiently established.\n\nIt’s watchable in parts and has some merit, but as a complete rom-com, it ultimately lands below average for me.", "metadata": { "director": "Ravi Namburii", "cast": "Sri Gouri Priya Reddy, Kiran Abbavaram, Thrigun, Sirisha Hanumanth, Naveen Neni", "runtime": "2h 56m", "nowPlaying": false, "genres": [ "Romance", "Drama" ], "translations": { "te": { "body": "చెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీ కొన్ని మంచి మూమెంట్స్, పర్ఫార్మెన్సులు, మంచి ప్రొడక్షన్ వాల్యూస్ ఉన్నప్పటికీ, అవసరానికి మించి సాగిన స్క్రీన్‌ప్లే కారణంగా చూడాల్సిన దానికంటే ఎక్కువ ఓపికను పరీక్షించే ఒక బిలో యావరేజ్ రొమాంటిక్ కామెడీ.\n\nఈ మధ్య కమర్షియల్ రొమాంటిక్ ఎంటర్‌టైనర్స్ రెండు గంటల ఇరవై నిమిషాల నుంచి రెండు గంటల నలభై నిమిషాల వరకు ఉండటం సాధారణమే. కానీ చెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీ మొదలుపెట్టే ముందు ఇది దాదాపు మూడు గంటల సినిమా అని నాకు తెలియదు. నిజానికి రన్‌టైమ్‌తో నాకు పెద్దగా సమస్య లేదు. నాలుగు గంటలకు పైగా నిడివి ఉన్న సినిమాలు కూడా చూశాను, ఆస్వాదించాను. స్క్రీన్‌ప్లే, డైరెక్షన్ మనల్ని కథలో ఇన్వాల్వ్ చేస్తూ ఉంటే నిడివి పెద్ద సమస్యగా అనిపించదు. కానీ ఈ సినిమా విషయంలో అది నిలకడగా జరగలేదు.\n\nకిరణ్ అబ్బవరం పర్ఫార్మెన్స్ నాకు నచ్చింది. తన పాత్రను చాలా సహజంగా పోషించాడు. ఆ క్యారెక్టర్‌కు కావాల్సినదాన్ని ఎలాంటి అనవసరమైన ప్రయత్నం కనిపించకుండా సులభంగా చేశాడనిపించింది. అయితే అతని కొన్ని సినిమాల్లో నేను గమనించిన విషయం ఏంటంటే, కథ మొత్తం హీరో లేదా లీడ్ పెయిర్ చుట్టూనే ఎక్కువగా తిరుగుతుంది. దాంతో వాళ్లను ముందుకు తీసుకెళ్లాల్సిన కథే, కొన్ని సందర్భాల్లో వాళ్ల సీన్స్‌ను కలిపే ఒక ఫిల్లర్‌లా మారిపోతుంది. ఇందులో కూడా నాకు అలాంటి ఫీలింగే వచ్చింది.\n\nఫస్ట్ హాఫ్ మరీ బ్యాడ్‌గా ఏమీ అనిపించలేదు. కొన్ని డీసెంట్ పోర్షన్స్ ఉన్నాయి, అక్కడక్కడా ఓకే మూమెంట్స్ కూడా ఉన్నాయి. సినిమా సాగుతున్నంతసేపు అలా చూస్తూ వెళ్లిపోవచ్చు. కానీ అదే సమయంలో జరుగుతున్న విషయాలతో నేను పెద్దగా కనెక్ట్ కూడా కాలేకపోయాను. మొత్తంగా “ఓకే... చూస్తున్నాను” అనే న్యూట్రల్ ఫీలింగ్‌తోనే ఫస్ట్ హాఫ్ గడిచిపోయింది.\n\nఇంటర్వెల్‌కు కథను తీసుకొచ్చిన విధానం మాత్రం ఆసక్తికరంగా అనిపించింది. అక్కడితో సినిమా దాదాపు పూర్తయిపోయిందేమో అనేంత క్లోజర్ వస్తుంది. కానీ ఇంకా దాదాపు గంటన్నర సినిమా మిగిలి ఉందని గుర్తొచ్చినప్పుడు మాత్రం కొంచెం ఆందోళన మొదలవుతుంది.\n\nసెకండ్ హాఫ్‌లో కథ నేను అసలు ఊహించని దిశలోకి వెళ్తుంది. ఆ సడన్ షిఫ్ట్ నాకు కొంత ఫన్నీగా కూడా అనిపించింది. ఇక్కడ సమస్య ఆ ఐడియాతో కాదు. సినిమా మొదటి నుంచే అలాంటి కథగా తనను తాను ప్రొజెక్ట్ చేసుకుని ఉంటే, లేదా కనీసం కథ సాగుతున్నప్పుడు దానికి సంబంధించిన బలమైన హింట్స్ ఇచ్చి ఉంటే, ఆ మార్పును ఇంకా సులభంగా అంగీకరించగలిగేవాడిని. కానీ అంత ముఖ్యమైన అంశం సరైన బిల్డప్ లేకుండా కథలోకి రావడంతో, అప్పటివరకు చూసిన సినిమాకు అది కొంచెం సంబంధం లేనట్టుగా అనిపిస్తుంది.\n\nఅయితే కొన్ని చిన్న విషయాలను చివరకు కనెక్ట్ చేసిన విధానం నాకు నచ్చింది. హీరో అసలు పేరుకు సంబంధించిన వివరణ మంచి టచ్. అలాగే క్రెడిట్స్ సమయంలో చూపించిన చేపకు సంబంధించిన మెటాఫర్ కూడా బాగుంది. అంతకుముందు పెద్దగా ప్రాధాన్యం లేని విషయానికి చివర్లో ఒక అర్థం తీసుకురావడం నచ్చింది. ఇలాంటి చిన్న కనెక్షన్స్ మాత్రం నాకు వర్క్ అయ్యాయి.\n\nశ్రీ గౌరీ ప్రియ కూడా డీసెంట్ పర్ఫార్మెన్స్ ఇచ్చింది. మణిశర్మ సంగీతం సినిమా చూస్తున్నప్పుడు సన్నివేశాలకు తగ్గట్టుగా ఓకే అనిపిస్తుంది. కానీ సినిమా పూర్తయిన తర్వాత గుర్తుండిపోయేంతగా పాటలు కానీ, స్కోర్ కానీ నాపై ప్రభావం చూపించలేదు.\n\nఫిల్మ్‌మేకింగ్ పరంగా చూస్తే దర్శకుడు రవి నంబూరి టెక్నికల్‌గా మంచి క్వాలిటీ ఉన్న సినిమానే అందించాడు. విజువల్స్, ప్రొడక్షన్ పరంగా నాకు పెద్దగా కంప్లైంట్ చేయడానికి ఏమీ కనిపించలేదు. సినిమా చూడటానికి బాగుంది, ప్రొడక్షన్ వాల్యూస్ కూడా బాగున్నాయి. ఆ విషయంలో ఎక్కడా తక్కువ ప్రయత్నంతో తీసిన సినిమా అనే భావన రాదు.\n\nచెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీ ప్రధానంగా తడబడేది ప్లాట్, స్క్రీన్‌ప్లే దగ్గరే. సినిమాలో కొన్ని మంచి అంశాలు ఉన్నాయి. విడివిడిగా చూసినప్పుడు కొన్ని పోర్షన్స్ బాగానే వర్క్ అవుతాయి. కానీ ఉన్న కథకు అవసరమైన దానికంటే చాలా ఎక్కువగా నేరేటివ్‌ను సాగదీయడంతో అవన్నీ మధ్యలో పలుచబడిపోతాయి. మరింత టైట్‌గా ఉండే స్క్రీన్‌ప్లే, అలాగే సెకండ్ హాఫ్‌లో వచ్చే మార్పుకు ముందుగానే సరైన సెటప్ ఇచ్చి ఉంటే ఈ సినిమా మరింత ఈజీగా ఎంజాయ్ చేయగలిగేలా ఉండేది.", "verdict": "చెన్నై లవ్ స్టోరీ పూర్తిగా బ్యాడ్ సినిమా అయితే కాదు. 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horror film that’s both intriguing and baffling, making it a mixed experience overall.\n\nDave Franco and Alison Brie completely nail their characters, and their on-screen chemistry is genuinely applause-worthy.\n\nRight from the beginning, the film throws in sudden jump scares that catch you off guard(it worked on me). Scenes that build tension about what might happen next. However, the narrative slows down at times with a more subtle and deliberate pace — something that might not work for everyone.\n\nWhat makes it baffling is that the film never explains why things are happening. There’s no exploration of the bizarre elements — it just presents them as they already exist, expecting the viewers to go along with it. \n\nThe cinematography and sound design are top-notch. A few shots stand out brilliantly — especially the pond scene during Dave Franco’s first visit. 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Not just 100%, but probably 100 times over. For me, this was colossal garbage.\n\nAt 3 hours and 14 minutes, the film feels less like something you watch and more like a test of how much patience you have left. Calling it a “hell ride” might actually be more accurate. A huge chunk of the runtime feels like the hero doing PR for his own image — one stylish pose, slow-motion walk and unnecessary elevation after another — rather than the film trying to tell its fictional story in any remotely convincing way.\n\nThere were moments where I genuinely felt like I was sitting through someone’s endless sermon. The film keeps presenting everything with so much importance and attitude that eventually you stop caring about what it is even trying to say.\n\nThe plot itself is ridiculously thin. Instead of building a strong story around it, the screenplay stretches that one simple line as far as humanly possible, mostly to create stylish environments around its period setting. Since the film takes place in the 1900s, there is clearly a lot of effort put into giving it a certain visual identity. But style alone cannot carry more than three hours of material.\n\nThen comes the action. Loud, excessive and often placed like someone literally ticked a box saying, “We haven’t had an action scene in a while, put one here.” Add lust, romance, drama and practically every other genre you can think of. It even checks the horror box — because by some point, the audience itself might be horrified by what they are sitting through.\n\nThe female cast — Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Kiara Advani and Rukmini Vasanth — look absolutely gorgeous on screen. I only wish their characters were given the same amount of attention.\n\nI’m genuinely curious how Yash and Geetu Mohandas narrated these characters to such a cast and convinced everyone to come on board. Except for Nayanthara, the women are largely pushed into variations of the same silly cycle: get involved with the hero, become intimate with him, and later hold him responsible when things go wrong. Even writing that down makes the character arcs sound ridiculous, and watching them play out doesn’t make them any better.\n\nThe visual effects are another major weakness. Some of the close-ups are beautifully captured — crisp, detailed and genuinely good-looking. Move beyond those shots, however, and the quality becomes wildly inconsistent. Some frames look excessively polished, others noticeably unfinished, and there isn’t much visually that stayed with me beyond those close-ups.\n\nEven Ravi Basrur’s music, something you would normally expect to bring energy to a film like this, feels like a dud this time. But I can’t entirely separate that from the film itself. When the narrative barely establishes a consistent rhythm or takes itself seriously enough, how exactly is the score supposed to sync with it?\n\nThe song placement makes things worse. Normally, songs can at least give you some breathing space between heavy stretches of storytelling. Here, you can go for what feels like forever without one, only for the film to suddenly throw songs at you back-to-back within minutes. There is barely any sense of rhythm to when they arrive.\n\nAnd then there is Yash.\n\nAs both an actor and producer, I really don’t understand how he looked at this material and believed this was what needed to reach the big screen in this form. There may have been genuinely ambitious ideas behind Toxic, and you can occasionally see the scale they were aiming for. But ambition without a strong story or controlled screenplay only makes the problems look bigger.\n\nThe delays and postponements now almost feel strangely fitting. Whatever happened behind the scenes, the film eventually had to come out — and now everyone gets to experience the result for themselves.\n\nThe funniest and perhaps most accurate review of Toxic came from the audience at the end.\n\nPeople clapped.\n\nNot because the movie was great.\n\nThey clapped because it was finally over.\n\nAfter 3 hours and 14 minutes, we were free.\n\nThat should probably tell you everything you need to know. Make your choice wisely.", "verdict": "Toxic is a painfully overlong, self-indulgent star vehicle that keeps choosing elevations, style, noise and excess over an engaging story. A thin plot is stretched beyond its limits, the supporting characters are wasted, the technical quality is inconsistent, and even the music struggles to give the film any rhythm. There may be ambition somewhere underneath all that extravagance, but very little of it translated into an enjoyable movie for me. By the time the credits rolled, the biggest relief wasn’t seeing how the story ended — it was simply knowing that the film had.", "metadata": { "director": "Geethu Mohandas", "cast": "Yash, Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Rukmini Vasanth, Huma Qureshi", "castCards": [ { "name": "Yash", "character": "Raya / Ticket", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/ixHvgN8hGh8YgWd3j9RqUATvBiy.jpg" }, { "name": "Nayanthara", "character": "Ganga", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/sYUzvjsSsqeOgBblSzda6ZwwbEa.jpg" }, { "name": "Kiara Advani", "character": "Nadia", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/3vPnUvYON1PwpWuxWbXjZUUvspa.jpg" }, { "name": "Rukmini Vasanth", "character": "Mellisa", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/sQrlyh8YSnqFKsZ80E0HUWtx7Um.jpg" }, { "name": "Huma Qureshi", "character": "Elizabeth", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/nJWauZQdRjMJxwY3UP4SXrqh9CM.jpg" }, { "name": "Tara Sutaria", "character": "Rebecca", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/eNUEGt4Z2I8Ni4km4a7IYlZCcME.jpg" }, { "name": "Sudev Nair", "character": "Karmadi", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/6x111KVuthpPOGJYTvdXLmh3J3p.jpg" }, { "name": "Akshay Oberoi", "character": "Tony", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/dsFqDJzSzUiKZpicmj05Iv1YbOs.jpg" }, { "name": "Balaji Manohar", "character": "Bheera", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/7lHQhTKtoOM1GeEmRqOqj8jOyMe.jpg" }, { "name": "Darrell D'Silva", "character": "Salvador", "profile": "https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/9T8nhJYRCvEVXsSdbI9MFqBkwQm.jpg" } ], "runtime": "3h 15m", "genres": [ "Action", "Crime", "Drama" ], "nowPlaying": true, "translations": { "te": { "body": "Toxic అనే టైటిల్‌కి ఈ సినిమా పూర్తి న్యాయం చేసింది. 100% కాదు, దానికి వంద రెట్లు అనిపించింది. నా వరకు చెప్పాలంటే ఇది ఒక colossal garbage.\n\n3 గంటల 14 నిమిషాలు సినిమా చూడటం కంటే, మన సహనానికి పరీక్ష పెట్టినట్టే అనిపించింది. ఒక రకంగా చెప్పాలంటే “hell ride experience”. ఒక fictional storyని convincingగా చెప్పడం కంటే, హీరో తన image కోసం PR చేసుకుంటూ వరుసగా stylish photoshoots చేస్తున్నట్టే చాలా సన్నివేశాలు అనిపించాయి. Slow motion, stylish poses, elevations… అవసరం ఉన్నా లేకపోయినా ఏదో ఒకటి వస్తూనే ఉంటుంది.\n\nకొన్ని చోట్ల సినిమా చూస్తున్నానా, లేక ఎవరైనా గంటల తరబడి ఉపన్యాసం ఇస్తుంటే వింటున్నానా అనే భావన కూడా వచ్చింది. ప్రతి విషయాన్నీ చాలా గొప్పగా, చాలా ముఖ్యమైనదిగా చూపించే ప్రయత్నం చేస్తూ పోవడంతో, కొంతసేపటి తర్వాత అసలు సినిమా ఏం చెప్పాలనుకుంటుందో పట్టించుకోవాలనే ఆసక్తే తగ్గిపోతుంది.\n\nకథ విషయానికి వస్తే చాలా చిన్న single-line plot. దాన్నే మూడు గంటలకు పైగా సాగదీసి, 1900s backdrop కాబట్టి stylish period environments నిర్మించడం మీద ఎక్కువ దృష్టి పెట్టారు. ఆ ప్రపంచాన్ని visually grandగా చూపించాలనే ప్రయత్నం కనిపిస్తుంది. కానీ style ఒక్కటే ఇంత runtimeని మోయలేదు.\n\nAction sequences కూడా చాలా loudగా ఉంటాయి. కొన్ని చోట్ల “ఇక్కడ చాలా సేపటి నుంచి fight లేదు కదా, ఒక action scene పెట్టేద్దాం” అన్నట్టుగా వస్తాయి. Action, romance, lust, drama… దాదాపు అన్ని genresకి tick పెట్టేశారు. Horror కూడా ఉందనే చెప్పాలి — ఎందుకంటే ఒక దశకు వచ్చేసరికి సినిమా చూస్తున్న ప్రేక్షకులే భయపడే పరిస్థితి వస్తుంది.\n\nNayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Kiara Advani, Rukmini Vasanth — నలుగురూ screen మీద చాలా అందంగా కనిపించారు. వాళ్ల characters కూడా అంతే బాగా రాసి ఉంటే ఇంకా బాగుండేది.\n\nYash, Geetu Mohandas వీళ్లకు ఈ charactersని ఎలా narrate చేశారు, వాళ్లు ఎలా ఒప్పుకున్నారు అనేది నాకు నిజంగా ఆశ్చర్యమే. Nayanthara తప్ప మిగతా female characters చాలా వరకు ఒకే రకమైన silly cycleలో ఇరుక్కుపోతాయి — హీరోతో relationshipలోకి రావడం, అతనితో intimate అవడం, తర్వాత జరిగే పరిణామాలకు అతనినే బాధ్యుడిని చేయడం. ఇలా రాస్తుంటేనే ఎంత విచిత్రంగా అనిపిస్తుందో, సినిమాలో చూసినప్పుడు కూడా అంతకంటే convincingగా ఏమీ అనిపించదు.\n\nVisual Effects కూడా పెద్ద సమస్య. Close-up shots మాత్రం చాలా అందంగా, crispగా, clearగా capture చేశారు. కానీ వాటిని దాటి వెళ్తే quality చాలా inconsistentగా ఉంటుంది. కొన్ని shots అవసరానికి మించి polishedగా ఉంటే, మరికొన్ని పూర్తిగా polish చేయనట్టుగా కనిపిస్తాయి. మొత్తంగా VFX విషయంలో మెచ్చుకునే అంశాలు చాలా తక్కువ.\n\nRavi Basrur score కూడా ఈసారి పెద్దగా పని చేయలేదు. కానీ narrativeకే ఒక proper rhythm లేకపోతే music మాత్రం ఏం చేస్తుంది? సినిమా తన toneని consistentగా maintain చేయనప్పుడు score, songs కూడా దానితో sync అవ్వడం కష్టమే.\n\nSongs placement అయితే మరింత విచిత్రం. సాధారణంగా పాటలు కనీసం కథ మధ్యలో ప్రేక్షకుడికి కొంచెం breathing space ఇస్తాయి. ఇక్కడ చాలా సేపు ఒక్క పాట కూడా ఉండదు. ఆ తర్వాత అకస్మాత్తుగా కొన్ని నిమిషాల వ్యవధిలోనే ఒకదాని తర్వాత ఇంకొకటి వస్తాయి. మొత్తం flowలో balance అనేదే కనిపించదు.\n\nఇక Yash గురించి ఏం చెప్పాలో కూడా అర్థం కావడం లేదు.\n\nActor మాత్రమే కాకుండా producerగా కూడా ఉన్నప్పుడు, ఈ writingని big screen మీద ఇదే రూపంలో చూపించాలి అని ఎలా అనిపించిందో తెలియదు. Toxic వెనుక చాలా ambitious ideas ఉండి ఉండొచ్చు. కొన్ని చోట్ల వాళ్లు achieve చేయాలనుకున్న scale కూడా కనిపిస్తుంది. కానీ strong story, controlled screenplay లేకుండా ambition ఒక్కటే ఉంటే flaws ఇంకా పెద్దగా కనిపిస్తాయి.\n\nసినిమా postponements, delays అన్నీ ఇప్పుడు ఆలోచిస్తే కొంచెం ironicగా అనిపిస్తున్నాయి. ఏం జరిగినా ఎప్పుడో ఒకరోజు సినిమాను బయటకు తీసుకురావాల్సిందే. ఇప్పుడు result అందరి ముందూ ఉంది.\n\nచివరికి Toxicకి సరైన review ప్రేక్షకులే ఇచ్చారు.\n\nసినిమా అయిపోయిన తర్వాత theatreలో claps వచ్చాయి.\n\nసినిమా అద్భుతంగా ఉందని కాదు.\n\nఎట్టకేలకు అయిపోయిందని.\n\n3 గంటల 14 నిమిషాల తర్వాత మాకు విముక్తి దొరికింది.\n\nఇంతకంటే ఈ సినిమా గురించి ఇంకేం చెప్పాలి? చూడాలా, skip చేయాలా అనేది మాత్రం తెలివిగా నిర్ణయించుకోండి.", "verdict": "Toxic నాకు ఒక విపరీతంగా సాగదీసిన, style మరియు hero elevations మీద ఎక్కువగా ఆధారపడిన star vehicleలా అనిపించింది. చిన్న కథను అవసరానికి మించి లాగడం, supporting charactersని సరిగ్గా ఉపయోగించుకోకపోవడం, inconsistent technical quality, rhythm లేని music placement — ఇవన్నీ కలిసి అనుభవాన్ని మరింత కష్టంగా మార్చాయి. Ambition కనిపిస్తుంది, కానీ అది entertaining cinemaగా మారలేదు. చివరికి కథ ఎలా ముగుస్తుందన్న ఆసక్తి కంటే, సినిమా ఎప్పుడు ముగుస్తుందా అన్న ఎదురుచూపే ఎక్కువైంది.", "label": "Telugu", "visible": true }, "hi": { "body": "Toxic अपने नाम को पूरी तरह justify करती है। सिर्फ 100% नहीं, शायद उससे 100 गुना ज्यादा। मेरे लिए तो यह colossal garbage निकली।\n\n3 घंटे 14 मिनट की यह फिल्म देखने से ज्यादा patience test जैसी लगती है। इसे “hell ride experience” कहना शायद ज्यादा सही होगा। एक fictional story को convincing तरीके से बताने के बजाय, फिल्म का बड़ा हिस्सा ऐसा लगता है जैसे hero अपनी image के लिए PR कर रहा हो — stylish poses, slow-motion walks और बिना जरूरत के elevations लगातार चलते रहते हैं।\n\nकई जगह मुझे ऐसा भी लगा जैसे मैं फिल्म नहीं, किसी का बहुत लंबा sermon सुन रहा हूं। हर चीज को जरूरत से ज्यादा importance और attitude के साथ पेश किया जाता है। एक समय के बाद फिल्म क्या कहना चाहती है, उसमें interest ही खत्म होने लगता है।\n\nPlot बेहद पतला है। उसी एक simple line को तीन घंटे से ज्यादा खींचकर 1900s के period setting के आसपास stylish environments बनाए गए हैं। उस दुनिया को grand दिखाने की मेहनत जरूर नजर आती है, लेकिन सिर्फ style इतने लंबे runtime को नहीं संभाल सकती।\n\nAction भी loud और जरूरत से ज्यादा है। कई sequences ऐसे आते हैं जैसे किसी ने कहा हो, “काफी देर से fight नहीं हुई, यहां एक action scene डाल देते हैं।” Action, romance, lust, drama — लगभग हर genre का box tick किया गया है। Horror भी मान सकते हैं, क्योंकि एक point के बाद audience खुद horrified हो सकती है।\n\nNayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Kiara Advani और Rukmini Vasanth screen पर बेहद खूबसूरत लगती हैं। काश उनके characters को भी उतनी ही खूबसूरती से लिखा गया होता।\n\nमुझे सच में समझ नहीं आया कि Yash और Geetu Mohandas ने इन characters को cast के सामने कैसे narrate किया और सभी इसके लिए तैयार कैसे हो गए। Nayanthara को छोड़कर बाकी female characters काफी हद तक एक अजीब से repetitive cycle में फंस जाती हैं — hero के साथ relationship में आना, उसके करीब जाना और बाद में चीजें बिगड़ने पर उसी को जिम्मेदार ठहराना। लिखने में ही यह इतना silly लगता है, और screen पर भी ज्यादा convincing नहीं बनता।\n\nVisual Effects एक और बड़ी कमजोरी हैं। Close-up shots बहुत खूबसूरत, crisp और clear हैं। लेकिन उसके बाहर quality बहुत inconsistent हो जाती है। कुछ shots जरूरत से ज्यादा polished लगते हैं, जबकि कुछ अधूरे से। कुल मिलाकर VFX में तारीफ करने के लिए ज्यादा कुछ नहीं मिला।\n\nइस बार Ravi Basrur का score भी मेरे लिए dud रहा। हालांकि जब narrative खुद एक proper rhythm नहीं पकड़ती, तो music भी कितना बचा सकता है? Tone लगातार बदलती रहती है, इसलिए score और songs भी naturally sync नहीं होते।\n\nSongs की placement और भी अजीब है। काफी देर तक कोई गाना नहीं आता और फिर अचानक कुछ ही मिनटों के अंदर एक के बाद एक songs आने लगते हैं। जो songs थोड़ी breathing space दे सकते थे, वही उल्टा flow को और uneven बना देते हैं।\n\nऔर फिर आते हैं Yash।\n\nActor के साथ producer भी होने के बावजूद, मुझे समझ नहीं आया कि उन्होंने इस writing को इसी form में बड़े पर्दे पर लाने का फैसला कैसे किया। Toxic के पीछे ambitious ideas जरूर रहे होंगे और कुछ जगह उसका scale दिखाई भी देता है। लेकिन strong story और controlled screenplay के बिना ambition सिर्फ flaws को और बड़ा बना देती है।\n\nअब फिल्म के delays और postponements के बारे में सोचूं तो वे भी कुछ हद तक ironic लगते हैं। पर्दे के पीछे जो भी हुआ हो, किसी दिन फिल्म को public के सामने आना ही था। अब result सबके सामने है।\n\nऔर आखिर में Toxic का सबसे सही review audience ने खुद दे दिया।\n\nFilm खत्म हुई और theatre में तालियां बजीं।\n\nइसलिए नहीं कि फिल्म बहुत अच्छी थी।\n\nइसलिए क्योंकि आखिरकार फिल्म खत्म हो गई थी।\n\n3 घंटे 14 मिनट बाद हम आजाद थे।\n\nइससे ज्यादा शायद मुझे कुछ कहने की जरूरत नहीं है। देखना है या skip करना है — फैसला सोच-समझकर कीजिए।", "verdict": "Toxic मेरे लिए एक जरूरत से ज्यादा लंबी, self-indulgent star vehicle है, जो engaging story के बजाय style, hero elevations, noise और excess पर निर्भर रहती है। पतली कहानी को हद से ज्यादा खींचा गया है, supporting characters waste होते हैं, technical quality inconsistent है और music भी फिल्म को rhythm नहीं दे पाता। Ambition जरूर दिखती है, लेकिन वह मेरे लिए entertaining cinema में translate नहीं हुई। Credits आने तक कहानी के ending से ज्यादा खुशी इस बात की थी कि फिल्म आखिर खत्म हो गई।", "label": "Hindi", "visible": true }, "kn": { "body": "Toxic ತನ್ನ titleಗೆ ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣ ನ್ಯಾಯ ಮಾಡುತ್ತದೆ. 100% ಅಲ್ಲ, ಅದಕ್ಕಿಂತ 100 ಪಟ್ಟು ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಅನ್ನಿಸಿತು. ನನ್ನ ಮಟ್ಟಿಗೆ ಇದು colossal garbage.\n\n3 ಗಂಟೆ 14 ನಿಮಿಷ ಸಿನಿಮಾ ನೋಡುವುದಕ್ಕಿಂತ patience test ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡ ಹಾಗೆ ಅನಿಸಿತು. ಇದನ್ನು “hell ride experience” ಅಂತ ಕರೆದರೂ ತಪ್ಪಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ. ಒಂದು fictional storyಯನ್ನು convincing ಆಗಿ ಹೇಳುವುದಕ್ಕಿಂತ, hero ತನ್ನ imageಗಾಗಿ PR ಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಿರುವಂತೆ ಚಿತ್ರದ ಬಹುಪಾಲು ಕಾಣುತ್ತದೆ — stylish poses, slow-motion walks, unnecessary elevations ಒಂದರ ಹಿಂದೆ ಒಂದರಂತೆ ಬರುತ್ತಲೇ ಇರುತ್ತವೆ.\n\nಕೆಲವು ಕಡೆ ಸಿನಿಮಾ ನೋಡುತ್ತಿದ್ದೇನಾ ಅಥವಾ ಯಾರದ್ದೋ ದೀರ್ಘ sermon ಕೇಳುತ್ತಿದ್ದೇನಾ ಅನ್ನುವ feeling ಕೂಡ ಬಂತು. ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಂದು ವಿಷಯವನ್ನೂ ತುಂಬಾ ದೊಡ್ಡದಾಗಿ, ತುಂಬಾ important ಆಗಿ present ಮಾಡುತ್ತಾ ಹೋಗುವುದರಿಂದ, ಒಂದು ಹಂತದ ನಂತರ ಸಿನಿಮಾ ಏನು ಹೇಳಲು ಪ್ರಯತ್ನಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ ಅನ್ನುವುದರ ಮೇಲೆಯೇ ಆಸಕ್ತಿ ಕಡಿಮೆಯಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.\n\nPlot ತುಂಬಾ thin. ಒಂದು simple single-line storyಯನ್ನೇ ಮೂರು ಗಂಟೆಗೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಎಳೆದು, 1900s setting ಇರುವುದರಿಂದ stylish period environments ಕಟ್ಟುವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಒತ್ತು ಕೊಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಆ worldಗೆ grand look ಕೊಡಲು ಮಾಡಿದ effort ಕಾಣುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ style ಮಾತ್ರ ಇಷ್ಟು ದೊಡ್ಡ runtime ಅನ್ನು carry ಮಾಡಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ.\n\nAction sequences ಕೂಡ loud ಮತ್ತು excessive. ಕೆಲವು ಕಡೆ “ತುಂಬಾ ಹೊತ್ತಿನಿಂದ fight ಇಲ್ಲ, ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು action scene ಹಾಕೋಣ” ಅಂತ decide ಮಾಡಿದ ಹಾಗೆ ಬರುತ್ತವೆ. Action, romance, lust, drama — ಬಹುತೇಕ ಎಲ್ಲ genreಗಳಿಗೂ tick ಹಾಕಿದ್ದಾರೆ. Horror ಕೂಡ ಇದೆ ಅಂತ ಹೇಳಬಹುದು — ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಒಂದು point ನಂತರ audienceನೇ horrified ಆಗುವ ಸಾಧ್ಯತೆ ಇದೆ.\n\nNayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Kiara Advani ಮತ್ತು Rukmini Vasanth screen ಮೇಲೆ absolutely gorgeous ಆಗಿ ಕಾಣುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಅವರ characters ಕೂಡ ಅಷ್ಟೇ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಬರೆಯಲ್ಪಟ್ಟಿದ್ದರೆ ಇನ್ನೂ ಒಳ್ಳೆಯದಾಗುತ್ತಿತ್ತು.\n\nYash ಮತ್ತು Geetu Mohandas ಈ characters ಅನ್ನು castಗೆ ಹೇಗೆ narrate ಮಾಡಿದರು, ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಹೇಗೆ ಒಪ್ಪಿಕೊಂಡರು ಅನ್ನೋದೇ ನನಗೆ ಆಶ್ಚರ್ಯ. Nayanthara ಹೊರತುಪಡಿಸಿ ಉಳಿದ female characters ಬಹುತೇಕ ಒಂದೇ silly cycleನಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿಲುಕುತ್ತವೆ — hero ಜೊತೆ relationshipಗೆ ಬರುವುದು, ಅವನಿಗೆ ತುಂಬಾ ಹತ್ತಿರವಾಗುವುದು, ನಂತರ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿ ಕೆಟ್ಟಾಗ ಅವನನ್ನೇ blame ಮಾಡುವುದು. ಬರೆಯುವಾಗಲೇ ಇದು ಎಷ್ಟು ವಿಚಿತ್ರವಾಗಿ ಕೇಳಿಸುತ್ತದೋ, screen ಮೇಲೂ ಅದಕ್ಕಿಂತ convincing ಆಗಿ ಕಾಣುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.\n\nVisual Effects ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ದೊಡ್ಡ weakness. Close-up shots ಮಾತ್ರ ತುಂಬಾ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ, crisp ಮತ್ತು clear ಆಗಿ capture ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಆದರೆ ಅದನ್ನು ಬಿಟ್ಟು ಬೇರೆ shotsಗೆ ಬಂದಾಗ quality ತುಂಬಾ inconsistent. ಕೆಲವು shots over-polished ಆಗಿದ್ದರೆ, ಇನ್ನೂ ಕೆಲವು properly finished ಆಗಿಲ್ಲ ಅನ್ನಿಸುವಷ್ಟು under-polished ಆಗಿವೆ. VFXನಲ್ಲಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚು appreciate ಮಾಡಲು ಏನೂ ಸಿಗಲಿಲ್ಲ.\n\nRavi Basrur score ಕೂಡ ಈ ಬಾರಿ ನನಗೆ dud. ಆದರೆ narrativeಗೇ proper rhythm ಇಲ್ಲದಿದ್ದಾಗ music ಮಾತ್ರ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬಹುದು? Film ತನ್ನ tone ಅನ್ನು consistent ಆಗಿ maintain ಮಾಡದೇ ಇದ್ದಾಗ score ಮತ್ತು songs ಕೂಡ naturally sync ಆಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.\n\nSongs placement ಇನ್ನೂ strange. ತುಂಬಾ ಹೊತ್ತು ಒಂದು song ಕೂಡ ಇರುವುದಿಲ್ಲ. ನಂತರ suddenly ಕೆಲವೇ ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ gapನಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದರ ಹಿಂದೆ ಇನ್ನೊಂದು song ಬರುತ್ತದೆ. Normally songs audienceಗೆ breathing space ಕೊಡಬಹುದು. ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಅವು ಕೂಡ filmನ uneven flowನ ಭಾಗವಾಗಿಬಿಡುತ್ತವೆ.\n\nಇನ್ನು Yash ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಏನು ಹೇಳಬೇಕು ಅನ್ನುವುದೇ ಗೊತ್ತಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.\n\nActor ಜೊತೆಗೆ producer ಕೂಡ ಆಗಿರುವಾಗ, ಈ writing ಅನ್ನು ಇದೇ formನಲ್ಲಿ big screenಗೆ ತರಬೇಕು ಅಂತ ಹೇಗೆ ಅನಿಸಿತು ಅನ್ನೋದು ಅರ್ಥವಾಗಲಿಲ್ಲ. Toxic ಹಿಂದೆ ambitious ideas ಇದ್ದಿರಬಹುದು. ಕೆಲವು ಕಡೆ ಅವರು aim ಮಾಡಿದ scale ಕೂಡ ಕಾಣುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ strong story ಮತ್ತು controlled screenplay ಇಲ್ಲದೆ ambition ಇದ್ದರೆ flaws ಇನ್ನೂ ದೊಡ್ಡದಾಗಿ ಕಾಣುತ್ತವೆ.\n\nಈಗ ಚಿತ್ರದ delays ಮತ್ತು postponements ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಯೋಚಿಸಿದರೆ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ironic ಆಗಿಯೇ ಅನಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. Behind the scenes ಏನೇ ನಡೆದಿರಲಿ, ಒಂದಲ್ಲ ಒಂದು ದಿನ film public ಮುಂದೆ ಬರಲೇಬೇಕಿತ್ತು. ಈಗ result ಎಲ್ಲರ ಮುಂದಿದೆ.\n\nಕೊನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ Toxicಗೆ ಸರಿಯಾದ review audienceನೇ ಕೊಟ್ಟಿತು.\n\nFilm ಮುಗಿದಾಗ theatreನಲ್ಲಿ claps ಬಂದವು.\n\nಸಿನಿಮಾ ಅದ್ಭುತವಾಗಿತ್ತು ಅಂತ ಅಲ್ಲ.\n\nಕೊನೆಗೂ ಮುಗಿಯಿತು ಅಂತ.\n\n3 ಗಂಟೆ 14 ನಿಮಿಷಗಳ ನಂತರ ನಮಗೆ freedom ಸಿಕ್ಕಿತು.\n\nಇದಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಈ ಸಿನಿಮಾ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಹೇಳಬೇಕಾಗಿಲ್ಲ ಅನಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ನೋಡಬೇಕಾ ಅಥವಾ skip ಮಾಡಬೇಕಾ — wisely decide ಮಾಡಿ.", "verdict": "Toxic ನನ್ನ ಮಟ್ಟಿಗೆ ಅತಿಯಾಗಿ ಎಳೆದ, style ಮತ್ತು hero elevations ಮೇಲೆಯೇ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಅವಲಂಬಿಸಿರುವ self-indulgent star vehicle. 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