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The Spanish film, dubbed in English, follows a medical professional who chances upon a vintage TV set which acts as a portal to communicate with a young child based a couple of decades in the past. When she learns that this preteen was killed in an accident, she makes it her life’s mission to save his life. But altering the past inadvertently triggers a chain of events that actually impacts her own present, spiralling her into a world where she can barely recognise or accept her own identity. 

 

Directed by Oriol Paulo, best known for films such as The Body and The Invisible Guest which was remade in Hindi as the Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Badla, this one packs the filmmaker’s signature style of keeping the audiences consistently nervous about the events to follow. Paulo’s narrative style allows one to slip into the story with such immersion that one can actually experience what the characters on the screen must be going through. But despite your best attempts, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to stitch it all together and figure out the big reveal that this film’s climax packs. Let’s just say, we didn’t see it coming and if you’re up for a film with multiple twists and shocking revelations, add Mirage to your watchlist right away.
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The film follows Rupert Pupkin, a struggling standup comedian played by Robert Deniro who hopes to get a spot in the Tonight’s Show. When a chance encounter with the show’s aging legendary host Jerry Langford (played by the inimitable Jerry Lewis and modeled on Johnny Carson) offers a glimmer of hope, Pupkin dives right in. But as it turns out, what seemed like an accidental big break was just a ruse to politely turn the struggling comedian away. But Pupkin is determined, desperate and willing to resort to extreme measures such as kidnapping the show’s host to get his big break. How this one folds up is anyone’s guess but the asphyxiating feeling of sitting through the turbulent events that follow actually makes it a taut thriller worth watching.

Deniro is in prime form here and had just won the Best Actor Oscar for Raging Bull prior to this film. He completely immerses himself into the unassuming and relentless sociopath who struggles to accept his mediocrity. In some ways, Pupkin resembles Deniro’s iconic Travis Bickle from Taxi Driver but is surely less belligerent, even if the character may be equally off-kilter and damaged.    

If you’re in the mood for an unsettling watch that could leave you singularly disturbed, add The King of Comedy to your watchlist now.

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Steven Spielberg is possibly one of the most popular filmmakers in the world. He has helmed critically acclaimed films across genres and formats for more than 60 years. However, there are few films that have slipped through the cracks in terms of mainstream popularity, and one such film is the 2015 Cold War drama film,  Bridge of Spies. 

This carefully crafted film tells the story of a Soviet spy standing trial in the US in 1960 during the Cold War. Revered English actor and playwright Mark Rylance essays the role of the stoic and unassuming KGB spy, Rudolf Abel. Rylance’s character is a far cry from the swashbuckling and flamboyant fictional spies such as James Bond, Jack Reacher, Jason Bourne, or Ethan Hunt. In fact, Rudolf Abel could be mistaken for a polite middle-aged man leading a private life in the US. 

However, when his cover is blown, he stands trial at the US Supreme Court for espionage. A lawyer named James Donovan, essayed by Hollywood legend Tom Hanks, is tasked with the responsibility of negotiating a deal with the Soviets to exchange Abel for an American pilot, whose plane was shot down inside the Soviet Union. 

The film is based on true events and was praised for its authentic depiction of the nuances surrounding foreign diplomacy, geopolitics, and espionage. The film’s sublime editing and engrossing screenplay aided by the brilliance of Mark Rylance and Tom Hanks make it a compelling watch. 

You can watch this film on Sony Liv, or you could also subscribe to OTTplay Premium to get Sony Liv along with other regional and international OTT platforms for the price  of one. 

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Shows where those who keep to the straight and narrow decide to (cough) break bad, have forever clicked on streaming platforms. Well, there’s just something deliciously dangerous about dropping regular folks into extraordinary situations where they must strive to survive, and the payoff just makes it worth the ride.

Today’s Lost and Found, the Netflix series Good Girls is just what you ordered. The show revolves around Beth, Ruby, and Annie, moms, and besties who’re each grappling with a certain financial crisis. Desperate and down on luck, the trio plot to rob a grocery store in a last-ditch effort to rise from their crippling situation. But while they manage to pull it off, they also inadvertently find themselves being sucked into the world of crime. Crossing a mafioso evidently leads to much friction as our mommy robbers are then blackmailed into committing various other crimes, which drives them to a point of no return. 

Christina Hendricks as the charming Beth Boland is surely the star of this show. But she’s ably supported by her onscreen besties played by Mae Whitman and Retta. Manny Montana who plays the abominable crime lord Rio also manages his part effectively. It’s notable that his character often manages to channel intimidation through his body language alone.  

Cheating husbands, money laundering schemes, and even a counterfeit currency operation are just some of the many themes that this show dabbles in. But this bittersweet dramedy thriller that's pulled through four seasons actually works for its unique premise – getting those trained in diaper duty and kitchen hacks to attempt serious heists. Their singular skill sets and approach may differ from hard-boiled criminals but their conviction to pull off the inconceivable makes this one worth a watch.

The series Good Girls is streaming on Netflix.

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Before Dan Harmon attained cult status for creating the black comedy satire animated series, Rick and Morty, he was known for a relatively lesser-known comedy television series called Community. That's the Lost and Found for today's episode, I'm your host Nikhil

Set in Colorado in the fictional city of Greedale, a disbarred lawyer named Jeff Winger joins a  local community college after his firm finds out that he did not have a legitimate bachelor’s degree. Jeff, played by Joel McHale, decides to make the most of his time at the community college and brings everything in his repertoire to convince his classmate, Britta Perry, from his Spanish class to go out on a date. So he creates a pretend study group just for the two of them, only to discover that Britta invited another classmate, Abed Nadir, a slightly eccentric movie buff, who invited a host of others as well. 

The Spanish study group soon becomes a very tight-knit club as the series chronicles their misadventures. Dan Harmon has left an indelible mark on the series with his signature humour, satire, social commentary, and surreal set-pieces. The narrative at times requires a suspension of disbelief, but the over-the-top elements are deliberate additions carefully crafted to parody tropes from popular films and TV shows. 

Allison Brie essays the role of Annie Eddison, a bright young student who has a history of a public mental breakdown in high school, Donald Glover plays Troy Barnes a former NFL hopeful whose career prospects were dashed by a serious knee injury, Yvette Nicole Brown as Shirley Bennett, a very religious mother of two who dreams of expanding her horizons, whereas Chevy Chase essays a wealthy elderly man who has a penchant for being politically ‘incorrect’, and Danny Pudi plays the heart and soul of the story, Abed Nadir, an eccentric movie buff who often struggles to communicate well with others. Ken Jeong, Jim Rash, and John Oliver play other important characters in this criminally underrated TV series. 

If you haven't watched Community yet, it's streaming on Netflix.

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The idea of self-aware robots have since evolved into sentient intelligences capable of monitoring and manipulating every aspect of human life. In fact, these debates have become part of contemporary real world moral and ethical dilemmas, after having been explored in films such as AI: Artificial Intelligence and Ex-Machina, and Jonathan Nolan’s HBO TV series Westworld. 

For today’s Lost and Found podcast, we take a look at another Jonathan Nolan series, Person of Interest. The story follows a recluse billionaire tech genius, played by Michael Emerson, who recruits an ex-CIA operative, essayed by Jim Caviezel, to be a vigilante and save common citizens of New York from imminent danger. Emerson’s character Harold Finch receives intel from an AI he had secretly created for the government to detect any premeditated acts of crime. But since the government only has resources to act upon threats against national security such as terrorism, all other crimes are categorised as irrelevant. So, Finch takes it upon himself, with the help of his new recruit John Reese,  to save potential victims on the irrelevant list created by the machine. 

The show’s well-written characters, engrossing storyline, and thought-provoking themes, which delves into controversial topics such state surveillance and privacy, makes it one of the most underrated TV shows of the last decade. As the series progresses, themes relating to the ethical conundrums of how human beings must adapt and reassess how to deal in the event an AI becomes self-aware are also explored.

This binge-worthy series also features an excellent ensemble of supporting characters played by Kevin Chapman, Amy Acker, Taraji P. Henson, and Sarah Shahi. 

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Faasil slips into his role with ease and is aided by an engrossing screenplay by Kumbalangi Nights writer Syam Pushkaran. Faasil essays the role of Mahesh, a photographer from a small town in Idukki Kerala, who is forced to reassess his worldview after a series of life-changing incidents. The soft-spoken Mahesh soon ends up in a path of vengeance as retaliation for being humiliated in the town centre by a man named Jimson. The narrative has placed the town itself as a pivotal character in the overarching story, and the actions of each character have a ripple effect on the entire town, setting off a chain of events that culminates with Mahesh defiantly proclaiming that he would never wear footwear again until he beats Jimson in a brawl. 

Directed by Dileesh Pothan, the film is a satire on society and established social conventions. It uses humour to convey its subtext and critiques the various aspects of societal norms that shackle individuals from a journey of self-discovery. The film’s cinematography and sound design have added an extra layer of nuance and quality. 

Aparna Balamurali, Soubin Shahir, Alencier Ley Lopez, and Anusree, essay important supporting characters. 

Catch this flick streaming on Amazon Prime Video 

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The 2013 film, Left Right Left, is a grounded take on Kerala’s political landscape, focusing on the communist party. The film courted controversy when it was released in 2013 as many believed that the story is loosely based on the current Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan. Directed by Arun, the film stars Murali Gopi as Roy Joseph, Indrajith Sukumaran as P K Jayan, and Hareesh Peradi as Kaitheri Sahadevan. It also features a vast ensemble of supporting actors such as Remya Nambeshan, Anusree, Lena, Baiju, Jagadish, Mammukoya, and Saiju Kurup. 

The riveting story features the rise of political leaders and how ambition often creates moral and ethical dilemmas. Set across three time periods starting from the 60s, the plot revolves around the lives of a corrupt policeman, a former revolutionary, and a powerful politician with a questionable past. 

The film was praised for its balanced portrayal of its complex characters and the excellent performances by the cast. Even though it failed to find commercial success during its theatrical run, it has since attained cult status on online streaming services. 

Catch  it streaming on Sun NXT.

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Set in the city of Bruges in Belgium, a city renowned for its medieval architecture and art, the story follows two hitmen sent from England to carry out a mission. Colin Ferrel essays the role of Ray, a relative newcomer to the profession, who is deeply haunted by the traumatic events of his first mission when he accidentally murdered a little boy. Brendan Gleeson plays the role of the veteran hitman, Ken, who attempts to help ease Ray’s trauma. 

However, they soon realise that their boss Harry had asked for this mission simply to give Ray a proper vacation before killing him. Harry, essayed by Ralph Feinnes, despite being a hardened criminal, is a man of principle and believes that Ray should be punished for his mistake. 

The film’s visuals, sound design, engaging screenplay, and riveting performances, makes it one of the best black-comedy drama films of the 21st century. It explores themes of morality, trauma, and redemption through visual imagery, editing, and narrative structure. It opens a discourse on the social construct of morality and how it is perceived by an individual regardless of established conventions. 

The film remains one of director McDonagh’s best works, if not his best. It is available on Amazon Prime Video. 

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Talvar

Films based on or inspired by true events rely heavily on the filmmaker’s approach and narrative style. After all, the makers are aware that they’re only telling a story that has already been told. Stripped from the opportunity to embellish facts for cinematic flourish, factual accuracy often eclipses the need to draft a compelling watch that actually triggers debate and discussion. Considering these limitations, Meghna Gulzar’s Talvar that’s based on the sensational Aarushi Talwar murder case that made headlines across the nation is equally gripping and as it is a faithful adaptation of real events, even if it doesn’t claim to be.

The film revolves around the mysterious events surrounding the unsolved murder of a 13-year-old Noida girl and her 45-year-old domestic help. The case that shocked the nation had the deceased teenager’s parents being held as the prime accused even when a clear motive couldn’t be justifiably identified.

Instead of focussing on the events that led up to the double murder, it picks up from the point when the case is transferred to central authorities once the local police unintentionally botch up the crime scene. We’re introduced to the unbiased and perceptive lens adopted by investigator Ashwin Kumar (played by Irrfan Khan) in piecing together the facts and cobbling together the shreds of information, in an attempt to get to the bottom of the affair. 

But does he manage to crack the case? And did the young girl’s parents actually murder her? And why? These questions may float around your head when you watch this one. And while the film does take a definitive stand, you may still be left with a few doubts even after the film wraps.

The late Irrfan Khan is in top form here and laces his quirky investigator with fiery clapbacks that he lobs at his victims with a poker face. Konkona Sen Sharma, as the deceased’s distraught mother, and Neeraj Kabi as the father are both equally effective and manage to closely capture their characters’ state of mind. 

That the case was sub judice at the time of the film’s release, meant it had to carry a disclaimer that suggested that this film was actually a fictional account. But significantly, Gulzar allows the audience a deep insight into the case and arms us with enough to arrive at our own conclusions. 

Be rest assured: This is not a whodunit with multiple suspects. It’s also not a thriller that will keep you second-guessing throughout its runtime. But it’s a tastefully-assembled compilation of events leading to a heinous crime that will test your ability to question, reason, and even rationalize.

If you haven't watched the flick yet then do so by streaming on Disney + Hotstar

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The 1999 thriller, directed by Ram Gopal Varma, is an exemplary case for how effectively a filmmaker can trigger the audience’s imagination. Starring Urmila Matonkar, Manoj Bajpayee and Sushant Singh, this one makes for an unnerving watch. The film’s plot revolves around a woman who’s alone in a palatial home when she’s visited by a stranger. This is also when she learns in the news about a serial killer on the loose in her city. The events that follow lead us in various directions as we try to mentally construct theories and then discard them with every new development. 

Despite its novel premise for a Hindi feature film at the time, Kaun? leans heavily on tropes used in serial killer films and slashers. Most notably, the use of sound effects to drum up tension and to establish a mood of gloom. Creaky doors, the score reaching a crescendo before every spine-chilling reveal and other camera tricks will also cumulatively leave you nibbling on your fingernails.     

Kaun? has to be one of Matondkar’s most compelling turns and the actress accurately captures her character’s state of mind in a range of sequences. Straight out of the phenomenal success of Satya, Bajpayee is in fine form here. As the overly intrusive, blunt, and audacious visitor who doesn’t know where to draw the line, he’s a riot and delivers much-need comic relief to  intermittently take the edge off the tense scenes. Sushant Singh, who’s confined to a rather grim part is unobjectionable but doesn’t break the flow of the narrative with his brief role. 

There’s a big reveal in the climax here and giving that away would be an utter spoiler. We will, however, leave you with a vague clue and you can employ to try to stitch it all together before the film ends. And the clue is: ‘things don’t always appear as they are’. Think you’ve got the smarts to figure it out? Go give this one a watch and find out for yourself. Its streaming on YouTube.

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Films about cars and racing have piqued the interest of global audiences for decades. The commercial success of the Fast and Furious franchise despite its glaringly obvious shortcomings reaffirms the notion that adrenaline-fuelled films about fast cars appeal to a wider demographic. However, the 2013 film, Rush, directed by Ron Howard, is an anomaly. Despite featuring stunning visuals, vibrant sound design by Hans Zimmer, excellent performances, and an engrossing screenplay, the film has faded away into obscurity in recent years.

Starring Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl in lead roles, the film is a retelling of the real-life rivalry in the 1970s between Formula One drivers James Hunt and Nikki Lauda. The film brings to life one of the greatest rivalries in the sport’s history as it chronicles their respective careers from Formula 3 to all the way to the top of the podium in Formula 1. The film also focuses on Nikki Lauda’s near-fatal crash in 1976 at the Nürburgring in Germany after his car burst into flames. His return to racing just six weeks after the accident after suffering life-altering injuries to his face and lungs is the stuff of legends. 

The film is also a homage to some of the other great rivalries in Formula 1 such as Alain Prost versus Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher versus Mika Häkkinen, and Fernando Alonso versus Kimi Räikkönen. The charismatic and flamboyant Hunt is essayed to near perfection by Hemsworth while the excellent Brühl completely transforms himself into the pragmatic and unrelenting Lauda. German actress Alexandra Maria Lara also deserves praise for her stunning performance as Lauda's wife Marlene. Olivia Wilde, Pierfrancesco Favino, and Stephen Mangan play other supporting roles, along with a cameo by Natalie Dormer. The film is easily one of the finest of the last decade and offers some truly spine-tingling moments. 

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The world’s most popular sport, football, has produced captivating stories over the decades. From South America to Europe and to the Far East, inspirational stories about footballers, managers, and teams that broke barriers have reverberated across the world. But the story of football manager Brian Clough and his rise to the very top of English football is often less talked about outside the British Isles. The incredible stories of Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Matt Busby, Bill Shankly, Bob Paisley, and Sir Bobby Robson have been etched in football folklore, thanks to their association with global football clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Barcelona. However, despite having never managed footballing powerhouses such as the aforementioned clubs, Brian Clough created history by taking relatively lesser-known clubs such as Derby County and Nottingham Forest from obscurity to title winners. 

The Damned United, directed by Tom Hooper, chronicles the life of the charismatic yet controversial figure of Brian Clough and his rivalry with Don Revie. The film begins in the late ‘60s with Clough as manager of the lower league side Derby County, as he is preparing to welcome the Top Division champions Leeds United, and their manager Don Revie, to Derby for an FA Cup fixture. Revie’s refusal to have a customary drink with the home team’s manager after the match and the alleged disrespect shown by Leeds United sparked a fire within Clough. This would start a chain of events with Clough guiding Derby through the league divisions, climbing the football league tables, and finally dethroning Leeds as the champions of England.

The film’s primary focus is, however, on the 44-day period when Clough replaced Don Revie as the manager of Leeds. His troubled relationship with the players, whom he had once berated, was always going to end with him leaving Leeds United. The film describes in detail why Leeds United are regarded as the most hated champions in English football history. Michael Sheen essays this role of Brian Clough, supported by an excellent cast of Stephen Graham, Timothy Spall, and Colm Meaney. 

The film does not delve into Clough’s success at Nottingham Forest, where he took them to back-to-back European Cup trophies. The film will keep one hooked from start to finish, as it navigates through the complexities of one of football’s greatest managers. A man who legendary Manchester United captain Roy Keane referred to as the best he’s played under in his illustrious career. 

If you havent watched this film yet then do so its streaming on Apple TV+ and Google Play movies

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There’s something decidedly eerie about thrillers set in locations divorced from civilisation. The nature of the construct is such that one isn’t bound by societal rules. And that drives characters to resort to unimaginable acts, sometimes in an attempt to just survive. Amit Kumar’s chilling 2003 short The Bypass starring the likes of Nawazuddin Siddiqui and the late Irrfan Khan, takes us on a helluva ride and it’s our Lost and Found for today.

 The film opens to a newlywed couple struggling to keep their hands to themselves as they drive through a desert in an Ambassador. We find a couple of dubious characters perched at a precarious position behind a dune, possibly waiting to spring into action at a precise point. Soon, one of them lobs a rock at the car driving past and manages to catch the windshield leading to a disastrous turn of events. Their devious plan seems obvious. Relieving the blood-covered young couple of their belongings, the two desert thieves seem relentless. While the husband succumbs to the crash, the wife seems to be barely alive and moaning in agony. A smooth swish of the axe across her neck does the job. The same tool is then used to hack the husband’s wrist to retrieve his watch which seems to be lodged between the steering wheel. And you know right away, that this is not a film for the faint-hearted.  

The Bypass spends no time in setting the tone. It’s a film that will keep you tense and terrified through the proceedings and drive your imagination to expect the worst at every turn. 

The 2003 film is one of Siddiqui’s early screen appearances at a time when he would feature in blink-and-miss parts in films such as Munnabhai MBBS, Shool and Sarfarosh. Khan, who plays a cop here, is in inimitable form and one can only appreciate the actor’s ability to infuse various shades to his character. 

Giving away how this one folds up will be an utter spoiler and we’d rather you find out for yourself. What we can assure you is that this film would definitely be the most chilling 15 minutes of your day.

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Welcome to another episode of OTTplay Lost and Found,one podcast that talks about critically acclaimed films and shows but lesser-known. I'm your host Nikhil.

Hollywood star Ben Affleck has quietly established himself as an accomplished screenwriter and filmmaker over the years with critical hits such as Good Will Hunting, Gone Baby Gone, and Argo. Apart from Argo, an Academy Award winner for Best Picture, Affleck's films have often focused on the Irish-Americans living in Massachusetts, drawing inspiration from the neighborhoods in Boston close to where he grew up. One such movie is the 2010 film, The Town. Written, directed, and starring Affleck, the plot chronicles the lives of bank robbers from the town of Charlestown in Boston, which has earned a reputation of being America’s capital of bank robbers, a notion which has been disputed. 

Affleck essays the role of Doug MacRay, a bank robber who shares a close bond with his friends and fellow thieves. Doug’s perception of life changes when he is tasked with keeping tabs on one of the hostages, Claire, whom the crew had released unhurt after their previous bank heist. However, Doug falls in love with Claire, who is unaware that he was one of her captors. Doug decides to leave his life of crime behind and move to Florida but soon learns that leaving with Claire to sunny Florida is easier said than done. With the FBI closing in on his crew, he is forced to make hard choices. 

The film, based on Chuck Hogan’s book Prince of Thieves, stars Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall, Blake Lively, Jon Hamm, and Pete Postlethwaite in main roles. It discusses themes of family, redemption, and existentialism, and was praised for its story, grounded narrative, excellent performances, and direction. 

If you haven't watched The Town yet, then do so it's streaming on Amazon Prime Video

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Old Enough

Navigating the plethora of movies and shows available on streaming platforms today can be exhausting. For those who are perenially on the hunt for something new and trending, most streamers dish out suggestions based on your watch history that would complement your taste and even your mood. But if you dare to go beyond what’s lobbed at your homescreen and fire up the search bar, there’s always a chance that you may find something that you didn’t quite expect and yet, just what you were looking for. The 1991 Japanese reality show Old Enough that’s available to watch on Netflix is just that kind of show and it’s our Lost and Found for today.

Originally produced for Nippon TV and titled Hajimete no Otsukai, Old Enough is a reality show where parents send their toddlers to accomplish an errand or three entirely on their own. The tasks assigned to these tiny tots range from shopping for groceries to visiting the local fingermonger for the day’s best catch. These unsuspecting children are joined by the show’s enterprising cameramen who closely trace their adventures and misadventures en route to produce content that’s swoonworthy, nerve-wracking and yet, thoroughly entertaining. Picture toddlers scampering through busy markets and crossin streetlights to arrive at their destination to complete the task without any parental supervision.

You have to hand it to the Japanese to furnish the heightened drama and delight of reality TV at a time when the world was yet to wake up to the format and its manipulative ability to trigger deep emotions. There’s just something comforting about watching these 2-3-year-olds scurry along as they take on mundane tasks which seem daunting and cumbersome through their hopeful eyes. 

So if you need a break from that taut political thriller series or that long-running saga about a cocain kingpin, Old Enough will offer that much-needed R&R that you truly deserve. The show’s soothing pace and tone is enough to sweep your mind into a lull and transport you to a place where everything’s perfect and nothing hurts.

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The Place Beyond the Pines (Free on MPlayer, also available on Hungama Play, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and VI Movies)

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Filmmaker Derek Cianfrance is probably not one of the biggest names in Hollywood, but he is regarded as one of the best indie filmmakers in recent years. Some of his most notable films include Blue Valentine, starring Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams, and he is also credited with co-writing the story for the acclaimed 2019 film The Sound of Metal by Darius Marder, starring Riz Ahmed and Olivia Cooke. 

However, Cianfrance’s best film is also one of most lesser-known films of the past decade, The Place Beyond the Pines and it's our Lost and Found film for today. It was released in 2012 and features a star-studded ensemble of Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, Emory Cohen, Dane DeHaan, and Ben Mendelsohn. It also features a stacked supporting cast of Mahershala Ali, Bruce Greenwood, Rose Byrne, and Ray Liotta. 

The plot is set in two timelines, the first of which revolves around Ryan Gosling’s character Luke Glanton, a motorcycle stuntman working at a traveling carnival, who hopes to win back his former girlfriend’s affections and to be a good father to his baby boy. However, circumstances force him to commit crimes in order to build a future for his loved ones. This puts him on a collision course with a policeman named Avery Cross, played by Bradley Cooper 

Years later, Luke and Avery’s sons become best friends, unaware of the tragic history surrounding their fathers. Director Cianfrance has constructed the narrative taking inspiration from Shakespearean plays with themes surrounding destiny, revenge, and the complicated relationship between sons and fathers. The film is also a sombre reflection of a rotten society 

destroying the lives of its unsuspecting civilians. 

This slow-burner is undoubtedly one of the best films of the past decade. 

If you haven't watched The Place beyond the Pines yet, do so its streaming on MPlayer, also available on Hungama Play, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and VI Movies.

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Today’s Lost and Found is an underrated gem from the 90s, the Malayalam film Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala. Released to critical acclaim in 1998, the film stars Sreenivasan and Sangeetha in lead roles, with an excellent supporting cast of Thilakan. Innocent, Nedumudi Venu, Sudheesh, and Siddique. 

Written and directed by Sreenivasan, the plot revolves around Vijayan, played by Sreenivasan, an irresponsible husband who refuses to go to his day job as a teacher. Instead, he is deluded into thinking that he can be successful with minimum effort in more glamorous professions such as a businessman or even a film director. As one would expect he soon becomes debt-ridden, forcing an intervention from his wife, Shyamala, as well as their parents. They convince him to make the pilgrimage to Sabarimala. However, Shyamala’s dreams of a more level headed husband are shattered when Vijayan returns home from the trip a completely different man, but not the one she envisioned. He informs his family that he is devoting his life to prayer and will lead a frugal lifestyle, devoid of any earthly pleasures. He soon abandons his family and leaves for an ashram. A deflated Shyamala decides to take matters into her own hands and decides to work hard for her two children by starting a tailoring business.

The story continues to highlight Shyamala’s struggles as a single mother, and a remorseful Vijayan’s attempts to regain her trust and affection. This satirical comedy-drama critiqued and challenged several socio-economic conventions prevalent in Kerala at the time. 

If you haven't watched this yet then do so streaming exclusively on Manorama Max

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American Western dramas have always offered a unique viewing experience with their distinctive visual aesthetic, featuring rustic towns, gunslingers, outlaws, bar fights, and money heists. 

James Mangold’s 2007 western drama, 3:10 to Yuma, is probably not the first name that comes to mind when talking about western classics such as Django Unchained, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, High Noon, Unforgiven, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, and The Wild Bunch. However, 3:10 to Yuma is undoubtedly one of the finest westerns created after the turn of the century. 

Starring Russell Crowe and Christian Bale in lead roles, the story follows a struggling rancher named Dan Ewans who agrees to be part of an armed escort to transport the notorious outlaw Ben Wade. Bale essays the role of the desperate rancher Dan, who agrees to the deal in order to save his ranch and provide for his family. A veteran of the civil war, Dan must overcome his physical disability of having lost a leg in the war, whilst also having to fight for his honor. 

Whereas Crowe’s Ben Wade is an outlaw, a murderer, a thief, and a womaniser, but also charming, flamboyant, and charismatic at the same - a sharp contrast to Dan. The two characters, despite their differences, form a mutual respect for one another on their journey to catch the train at 3:10 towards Yuma, where Ben is expected to be imprisoned. In the midst of all the drama, Dan and those helping transport must keep an eye out for Ben’s gang and his sadistic lieutenant Charlie Prince, played by Ben Foster, waiting to ambush the escort. 

Logan Lerman, Gretchen Mol, Peter Fonda, Dallas Roberts, and Alan Tudyk play excellent supporting characters. The engrossing screenplay, the gunfights, and the chemistry between the two leads make 3:10 to Yuma, a compelling watch, and an underrated classic. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play

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About a year before Scam 1992 made Pratik Gandhi one of the most sought-after actors in India, he featured in Dhunki, a lesser-known gem that slipped through the cracks. And this slice-of-life Gujarati drama directed by Anish Shah that packs a whole lot of heart is our Lost and Found for today.

The film follows friends and colleagues, Nikunj and Shreya played by Pratik Gandhi and Deeksha Joshi, who decide to forsake their corporate careers to embark on an entrepreneurial journey. The duo venture into the food delivery business and the film eventually runs us through the challenges experienced by most bootstrapped startups coupled with the personal sacrifices one must make to pull through during trying times.  

Dhunki delivers as an inspiring story of rising over all odds and also a remarkable depiction of platonic friendship that sustains through difficult times. Unlike most films, where professions are depicted in a superficial manner, this film actually fleshes out the minor details. For instance, Gandhi who plays a tester with an IT firm here actually demands for additional QA assistance when tasked with a pressing project that needs to be delivered on a short notice.

Dhunki will leave you with a comforting feeling as its character negotiates complex emotions and life-altering situations with the same passion and emotional investment. One must also applaud the writers for weaving a story about friendship that doesn’t evolve into a relationship, as one would expect. And Dhunki is among those rare films where the lead actor and actress are not entangled in a relationship and actually have separate partners. For those unfamiliar with Gujarati cinema may want to add this to their watchlist to get a glimpse into an industry that has matured in storytelling and choice of subjects that don’t always fit into the conventional mould.

If you haven't watched this movie yet then do so its streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video

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Films and shows about serial killers tend to take a typical approach. Building up the menacing murders executed with heartless precision, they colour the perpetrator of these heinous crimes as a supervillain-of-sorts whose actions cannot be rationalised. But the treatment in most is essentially the same and every murder can be seen from a mile away, leaving little scope for shock.

And that is where Raman Raghav 2.0, our Lost and Found for today, tends to differ. Anurag Kashyap’s 2017 thriller is loosely based on the serial killer who wreaked havoc in Mumbai in the 1970s eliminating 42 victims over six years, and is packed with hair-raising jolts that leave you stunned to the bone. The film stars Nawazzuddin Siddiqui as the serial killer Raman and Vicky Kaushal as ACP Raghuvendra Singh, who hopes to nab him. 

Raman Raghav 2.0 is a film that deserves special recognition for straying away from tested tropes. While it establishes its character with definitive detail, it also offers a peek into their mind. Even the silent moments featuring Raman encourage you to imagine the dreaded plots being hatched in the killer’s twisted head. But when these horrific murders are committed, there’s little left to the imagination. Hacking and dismembering his victims with mechanical, we’re introduced to a sociopath who just can’t seem to help himself.  

This has to be Nawaz’s most immersive performance and his ability to convey his character’s deceptively volatile manner is exceptional. Kashyap ensures that the sudden turn of events in the film pack a punch and the film keeps you gripped for the large part. Kaushal may not be the highlight here but he’s largely unobjectionable. 

Incidentally, the previous film where these three collaborated was Kashyap’s directorial Gangs of Wasseypur. The film starred Siddiqui in a major part and Kaushal was billed as the assistant director in the film. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so its streaming on Netflix, Zee5, Google Play , Lionsgate Play.

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In today’s episode, we take a look at the 2007 neo-noir crime thriller film, Gone Baby Gone. 

Ben Affleck, popular for essaying the role of Batman, co-writing Good Will Hunting, and directing the Oscar-winning film Argo, has most certainly established himself as an accomplished actor and filmmaker. But one of his lesser-known films, is in fact his directorial debut, Gone Baby  Gone. 

Based on a novel by Dennis Lehane, the film follows private investigators from Boston, Patrick Kenzie, played by Casey Affleck, and Angela Gennaro played by Michelle Monaghan. They are hired to investigate the kidnapping of a little girl named Amanda, a case that has become a  media frenzy. They soon discover that Amanda’s mother, Helene, played by Amy Ryan, is a drug addict and mule for a drug lord. To make matters worse, it is revealed that Helene had stolen money from the drug smugglers and that Amanda is used as leverage so that Helene returns the money. But the film’s twists and turns do not end there. The film’s protagonists, Patrick and Angela, stumble on to a larger conspiracy behind the kidnapping. 

The provocative narrative compels the audience to identify the true meaning of justice and also opens a discourse on legality versus morality. The film is grounded in realism and is one of the most thought-provoking films of the 21st century.

Ben Affleck received praise for his writing as well directing, while his brother Casey was also lauded for navigating through the complexities of his lead character. The film also stars Morgan Freeman and Ed Harris in pivotal roles, with John Ashton, Titus Welliver, and Michael Kenneth Williams in supporting roles. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so its streaming on Netflix.

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Films where a vulnerable person or community is falsely accused of a certain crime or coloured inaccurately often end up as a social commentary, complete with a lot of rona-dhona. But there are those that give it a positive spin by drafting characters who refuse to accept their marginalized position and rise above their circumstances to make their mark. Today’s Lost and Found, the 2017 drama Anaarkali of Aarah is surely one such film.

With a power-packed cast comprising Swara Bhaskar, Pankaj Tripathi and Sanjay Mishra, this one’s a compelling story of injustice set in the hinterland. When a nachnewali played by Bhaskar is violated by a local, we’re sensitized to the vulnerable position of dancers who’re hired to perform at weddings. Routinely attacked by perpetrators who feel entitled, these heinous acts are often overlooked as these dancers are often demonized by society and even denied their basic human rights. And while the film doesn’t attempt to paint them as sheep being sent to the slaughter, it does raise the pertinent issue that their consent is rarely sought by these perpetrators who believe that naachnewalis would invariably also function as sex workers.

An area where this film scores has to be the fact that despite the milieu and subject being tackled, it doesn’t stray into vulgar territory and even while the situations and circumstances may seem unsettling to some, it doesn’t make the audience uncomfortable at any point. What it also manages well is to effectively translate the lead’s debilitating state across the screen. And while it doesn’t deliberately seek empathy, one can’t help but root for her through the film.

This has to be Bhaskar’s most compelling turns and she slips into her Anarkali like a queen with no regrets, packing her acting chops with a punch and owning the character completely.

Surely, a gem that slipped through the cracks.

If you havent watched this film yet then do so streaming on Disney + Hotstar

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Japanese anime have become widely popular across the globe since the late 80s. The anime series, often inspired from Japanese manga comics, have pushed the boundaries of storytelling producing some of the most riveting stories ever created. These stories invariably range from period dramas to dystopian sci-fi with elements of fantasy incorporated into the narrative. Some of the more popular anime such as the Mobile Suit Gundam series, Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex, Transformers series, and Neon Genesis Evangelion are called mecha anime, featuring large humanoid robots used for battle. 

However, despite being revered as one of the greatest  mecha anime of all time, Code Geass: Lelouch Of The Rebellion is often overlooked. Created by Gorō Taniguchi, the series is set in an alternative timeline in a world similar to George Orwell’s 1984 where a dystopian world is split into three large countries, the Holy Britannian Empire, the Chinese Federation, and the Europa United. In this dystopian world Japan is ruled by Britannia where its citizens are stripped of fundamental rights. An exiled prince of Britannia, Lelouch Lamperouge, launches a rebellion against the regime with the help of fighter robots. 

The series received praise for its complex characters and exploration of Orwellian themes and imperialism. The riveting storyline and animation design elevates the series to one of the finest Japan has produced. The series ran for two seasons and has inspired animated film adaptations and manga comics. 

You can watch this series on Netflix. 

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If you’re one for thrillers that burn slowly and yet keep you hooked through the proceedings, today’s Lost and Found will surely interest you. 

We’re talking about Kevin Macdonald’s State of Play. Adapted from the British TV show of the same name, the 2009 political thriller stars Russel Crowe, Ben Affleck, Rachel McAdams, Helen Mirren among others. Crowe plays Cal McAffrey, an investigative reporter with a Washington daily who’s tasked with getting to the bottom of a rather tricky affair. A congressman and friend (played by Affleck) calls upon him to confess that he had been having an affair with a colleague who had recently been found dead in mysterious circumstances that point to suicide. How McAffrey turns over facts and tests theories based on the information provided makes for a thrilling watch. But State of Play offers a lot more. For one, it’s one of the most compelling portraits of the fading state of journalism and what it once took to actually make a story stick with conviction. It delves into the precarious position of journalists in an unfiltered manner and conveys the challenges and dangers of being privy to confidential information about people of power. It also covers the pressure of surviving in a newsroom where a breaking story must be delivered with speed, accuracy and facts and failing on even a single count would make the entire exercise futile. This has to be one of Crowe’s most path-breaking performances and he laces his brooding, unflinching character with a tinge of sarcasm. If you’re in the mood for a ‘I-didn’t-see-that-coming’ kinda film, add State of Play to your watchlist right away. 

You can watch State of Play on…  Netflix, Apple TV+ and Google Play

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Welcome to another episode of OTTplay Lost and Found, one podcast that talks about critically acclaimed films and shows but lesser-known. I'm your host Nikhil.

There are shows that survive the test of time and there are those that transport us to a time and there are those that qualify on both counts.

Today’s Lost and Found, the 1985 Doordarshan sitcom Idhar Udhar is surely one such show. Starring sisters Ratna Pathak Shah and Supriya Pathak Shah along with Ravi Baswani and Lilliput, this comedy of errors is a hat-tip to Three’s Company, the wildly popular American sitcom about two single women and a man who cohabit while sharing a platonic relationship and the series of hilarious misadventures that follow.

And the desi version, Idhar Udhar is only a bit localized.

The tone and exchanges may seem a bit over the top today but do consider that this show was produced in 1985 and before dismissing it altogether. The situational comedy, however, is on point and Baswani’s one-liners and silly shenanigans are a riot. But what really stands out is the remarkable chemistry the Shah sisters share onscreen as close friends Sunita and Poonam. The former plays an air hostess and a bimbo and the latter’s a copywriter with an advertising firm, complete with thoughtful eyes peeping out of heavy-set glasses. Injecting stereotypes in television writing was not the exception but the norm at the time and was often even exaggerated for comic relief. But if you’re willing to look beyond this, Idhar Udhar offers a peek into the simple turns and thwacks that will encourage you to break into a chuckle or three.

You can watch Idhar Udhar on YouTube.

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Some of the most exhilarating films have often been sports dramas depicting the adrenaline-fuelled stories about athletes and sports teams putting their bodies on the line in search of glory. One such film is Gavin O'Connor’s 2011 release, Warrior. 

Starring Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton, Nick Nolte, and Jennifer Morrison. The film tells the tale of two estranged brothers, Brendan, played by Edgerton, and Tommy, played by Hardy, who sign up for a Mixed Martial Arts tournament. Brendan, a family man and school teacher struggling to afford his mortgage, signs up for the tournament in the hopes of a better future for his family. Whereas the more naturally gifted MMA fighter Tommy,  an army veteran, suffering from PTSD, has his own inner demons to wrestle. Throw in an alcoholic and abusive father played by the excellent Nick Nolte, into the mix, the film makes for a riveting family sports drama. The fast-paced action, coupled with engrossing emotional drama, the film ticks all the right boxes in delivering a compelling narrative, elevated by the excellent cast. 

The film underwhelmed at the box office, but has since become a cult classic. A slightly less than impressive Bollywood remake of the film titled Brothers, starring Akshay Kumar and Siddharth Malhotra, was released in 2015. And if you intend to watch the original film, try to avoid the trailers, as it gives away too much of the storyline. 

Warrior is available to stream on Lionsgate Play, Apple TV+ , Google Play, and YouTube. 

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Several hit Malayalam films from the 90s and 2000s have come under scrutiny in recent years for their regressive themes on numerous socio-political themes. However, one film stood out in terms of being far ahead of its time, the 1991 satire Sandesham.

The movie stars Jayaram as Prakashan and Sreenivasan as Prabhakaran in lead roles as brothers, and the plot revolves around the two who belong to opposite ends of the political spectrum. Sreenivasan’s character, an ardent follower of a fictionalized version of the Communist Party, is at odds with his brother, who belongs to the fictionalized version of the Congress Party. 

Written by Sreenivasan himself, and directed by Sathyan Anthikad, the film uses humour as a plot device and as a narrative tool to deliver one of the most thought-provoking films in the Malayalam film industry. It critiques the partisan following of political parties and the lack of objective discourse regarding politics in society - something which is still relevant to contemporary politics.

Thilakan, Siddique, Kaviyoor Ponnama, Oduvil Unnikrishnan, Innocent, Mathu, Mammukoya, Sankaradi, and others play excellent supporting roles. The film has aged like fine wine and is widely regarded as one of the best films in Malayalam. 

If you haven't watched this hidden gem yet then do so it's streaming on Hotstar

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Football is undoubtedly the most popular sport in the world. For Europeans it’s almost akin to a religion, supporting their local clubs every weekend, singing the club’s songs as they rally their respective teams to find success and glory - a tradition that has been passed down through generations. 

Sunderland AFC of England is one of the 1000s of local football clubs in Britain. Despite its proud history spanning nearly 150 years and several top division titles, the club has found success hard to come by in recent decades. The Netflix documentary Sunderland till I Die is a painful reminder for the fans about the pros and cons of the English football system. 

Before its release, the story about the football club from the Tyne and Wear region was met with ridicule by rival fans, especially by local rivals Newcastle United. But the docu-series has garnered immense praise since its release for its nuanced depiction of behind the scenes events of the club, and of the fans coping with the dramatic fall of their beloved club from the top echelons of the Premier League, to the Championship, to League One, and then to League 2. A club in turmoil, strapped of funds, and players on high wages that offer limited output. 

The drama that unfolds in the docu-series could rival even the most riveting TV shows.

If you haven't watched this docu yet then do so its streaming exclusively on Netflix,

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The 2005 comedy-drama Breakfast on Pluto, stars Cillian Murphy as the lead as a transgender woman on a journey of self-discovery in the late 70s from a small Irish town to London. Based on a book by Patrick McCabe, the film follows Murphy’s character, Patrick ‘Kitten’ Braden, through various stages of her life, from being abandoned at birth, to embracing her identity as a trans woman in her teens, her involuntary connection to the Irish Republican Army or IRA,  her quest for love and human connection, and finally her hopes of finding her real mother. 

Cillian Murphy excels in his portrayal as lead character Kitten, which is also a testament to his range as an actor. He has essayed a comic book villain, a hardened gangster, a psychotic killer, and an empathetic hero, over the course of his illustrious career. Through his complex character in Breakfast on Pluto, the narrative explores various themes such as gender, proletarianism, and other socio-political issues. The story is set in the backdrop of the Irish civil war, and it is significant in examining the role that the IRA played in society and the impact it had in the British Isles for several decades.

Directed by Neil Jordan, the film garnered praise for its satirical take on several social issues. Despite being an indie project, the film features some iconic names such as Liam Nesson, Brendan Gleeson, and Liam Cunningham. 

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Indian biopics have often been accused of being hagiographies, solely produced to reposition the protagonist’s image and reputation. But documentaries that profile significant figures tend to offer a more candid, unfiltered portrait of the personality being profiled. And our Lost and Found for today, the 2017 documentary An Insignificant Man, which is based on the meteoric rise of the Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal, is surely one such film. 

The film follows the tax officer-turned-activist who engineered the anti-corruption bill from the point when he makes his foray into politics. A rank outsider who turns to politics to take on seasoned politicians in an election that could turn the fate of the citizens of India’s Rajdhani, makes for a compelling watch. But this docu is also packed with all the grime, deceit and drama that precedes the dance of democracy in India. Sting operations, scams, contestants who succumb to supposed ‘accidents’ and even internal conflicts that threaten to nip the political outfit in the bud. Kejriwal is depicted as a leader with a vision but also one who doesn’t seem particularly open to feedback or suggestion from his party aides. He holds strong views on the role of governance and has his ear to the ground. But he’s also accused of being a dictator-of-sorts who marginalizes those who cross him or disagree with him. In fact, it is this personality trait that is pinned by many detractors as the prime reason for the exit of senior party functionaries such as Yogendra Yadav and Prashant Bhushan from the Aam Aadmi Party.  

Director duo Khushboo Ranka and Vinay Shukla deliver a film that not only closely portrays Kejriwal as the accidental (if not unlikely) political figure but also maps his transition from an activist desperate for sparking change in society to a politician who seeks mandate. 

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The Netflix original series The Chair, stars Sandra Oh as Dr Ji-Yoon Kim, the new head or Chair of the English literature department at her University. She is forced with the thankless task of trimming down her department, whilst also having to deal with the repercussions of the fallout between once-popular professor Dr Bill Dobson and a section of the students. Dobson, played by Jay Duplass, is pivotal to the narrative and the message the series is trying to convey. 

The six-episode satirical comedy, directed by Daniel Gray Longino, is an underrated gem that critiques how contemporary neo-liberal western society, influenced by social media, emphasizes more on the perception of reality instead of the truth. It also weighs in on the pros and cons of cancel culture, how such power could prove counterproductive at times, and that it could also limit any meaningful discourse regarding controversial and delicate topics.

The fictional Pembroke University is used as a narrative tool to reflect on the larger society outside the campus premises. Writer Amanda Peet has carefully woven a thought-provoking narrative that makes one question several ideological frameworks of the postmodern era.

Sandra Oh and Jay Duplass excel in their roles, while Nana Mensah, Bob Balaban, and Holland Taylor essay excellent supporting roles. The series also features a cameo by the iconic David Duchovny, star of the hit 90s TV show The X-files. 

If you haven't watched this series yet, then do so streaming on Netflix.

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The Malayalam film industry has come a long way over the decades with a wide range of films across multiple genres. More recently, the industry has witnessed a renaissance of sorts with a new wave of cinema that has captured the imagination of the people across Kerala and the other states. But the story about the birth of the Malayalam film industry is one of devotion, sacrifice, and tragedy. The 2013 film, Celluloid, directed by Kamal explores the life of J C Daniel, who is widely regarded as the father of Malayalam cinema. 

The film captures the essence of Daniel’s dream to make Kerala’s first motion picture in the 1920s. Daniel cast P. K. Rosie as the lead in the film titled, Vigathakumaran. Daniel’s dedication to his craft helped him release the film, but it was marred with violent protests by certain sections of society. Daniel’s decision to cast P.K. Rosie as its lead was met with intense backlash as she belonged to the lower caste. Society at the time was unable to accept the notion that an actress from the lower caste could essay the role of an upper-caste Nair woman. 

Rosie was forced to eventually flee from the town and relocate elsewhere, while Daniel was ostracised by the community and forced to lead a destitute life, simply because he decided to cast Rosie in his film. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran as J C Daniel, while Mamta Mohandas plays his wife Jannet, and Chandni plays the role of Rosie. Sreenivasan, Ramesh Pisharody, Siddique, and Nedumudi Venu play supporting roles in the film.

Celluloid explores themes of casteism and discrimination with its engaging screenplay and immersive narrative. Prithviraj Sukumaran garnered praise for his portrayal of JC Daniel and the role is quite easily regarded as one of his best performances to date. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet , then do so streaming on MX player.

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Debutant director Safdar Rahman’s 2018 Chippa was a tribute to his newborn daughter. The story of a ten-year-old eponymous protagonist, Chippa told the journey of an abandoned child in search of his father on his 10th birthday. Shot across the span of a single night, the film follows Chippa, as he strides the lanes of Kolkata, enamored by each adventure he has. As the young tea-stall helper ventures into his journey of self-realization, he traipses along by-lanes that seamlessly peak into the lives of the myriad working classes across the City of Joy. Without being self-indulgent even for a moment, Chippa compels you to reminisce about the old-world charm about Kolkata, it’s as much an ode to the city as it is to parenthood. However, Rahman’s world of magic-building is never to an extent that it is delusional. He clearly shows how reality may strike at any instant and that may lead to the disillusionment of things. One of the main characteristics of the film is its need to stitch realistic characters who you can't help but invest in. When Chippa’s father learns of his child’s identity, he refrains from confessing to his son that he was indeed the man this child was seeking. Hence, the happy accident of the two meeting, remains just that – an accident. Chippa, unbeknownst to his father’s true self, still perceives the man’s hesitation and leaves his world to return to his own, ensconced in the roadside revelries of a free-spirited life. 

If you haven't watched this hidden gem yet then, do so streaming on Netflix.

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Yet another underrated gem from Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, The Killing of a Sacred Deer delves into the inner workings of the human mind when it is compelled to make hard choices. Set in a thematic backdrop of ‘survival of the fittest’, the film follows a cardiothoracic surgeon and his family, once an odd young stranger forces the husband to make a decision about his wife and children’s lives. Always a one to believe in the power of silent scenes, Lanthimos decks his world with tall ceilings and plenty of open spaces that get captured beautifully through his patent fish-eye lens. 

Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman more than aptly fit into the roles of a helpless, distressed couple, who suddenly witness their kin’s descent into ill-health (and eventual death) due to a stranger’s sadistic game of revenge. Cinematographer Thimios Bakatakis populated his frames with an abundance of white, symbolizing the quest to select a ‘sacred’, unadulterated soul among the members of the Murphy family. Having bagged the award for Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film Festival, The Killing of a Sacred Deer was critically acclaimed on its global release. 

If you haven't watched this yet then do so streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video 

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Films that depict the lives of movie stars and the crazed fans who worship them, have often delved into the lives of screen legends divorced from the gaze of stardom. From Guddi to Mast, the turning point in many of these films revolves around that crucial meeting when an ardent fan actually gets to meet their screen idol. It is this decisive interaction that reveals whether the hero/heroine sizes up to the larger-than-life impression that the fan has held of them.  

Our Lost and Found for today, the 2002 Bengali film Titli is surely one such film. Directed by the late Rituparna Ghosh, the film stars Aparna Sen, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Mithun Chakraborty.

The film revolves around Titli (played by Sen Sharma), who’s a teenager obsessed with the Bollywood superstar Rohit Roy (played by Chakraborty). Through a miraculous turn of events, Titli and her mother, who reside in the tea estate in North Bengal, chance upon the filmstar who happens to be shooting in an idyllic hill station. As it turns out, the actor is held up en route to the airport when his car breaks down and Titli and her mother offer him a ride. This singular opportunity to get an audience with her most beloved idol may be Titli’s ultimate dream come true but this interaction leads her to discover some facts that may alter her perception of her favorite  hero.

Marking Sen Sharma’s film debut, this slice of life film that wraps up within 2 hours, makes for a comfort watch. Ghosh’s films have forever realized facets of human emotions that touch a necessary nerve and this one, while a breezy film, has its moments of intense emotional churn. 

If you haven’t watched Titli, you can catch it on YouTube, MX Player, Hotstar or Hoichoi.

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Today's episode is all about The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. This Mike Newell directorial is set in the idyllic English town of Guernsey, in the final years of World War II and the consequent few years. During the German occupation of Guernsey, the inhabitants of the town were stripped off their daily professions and forced to take up livelihoods dictated by the SS army. Hence pig farmers were now forced to cultivate potatoes in their fields. In such dire circumstances, food was scarce and entertainment nil. That is when a few from the town decided to hold a covert dinner of roasted pig (the single animal which was hidden from the watchful eyes of the Germans). Hence Dawsey Adams, Amelia Maugery, Isola Pribbey, Eben Ramsey, along with Elizabeth (whose idea it was to hold the dinner) get together and have a wonderful night of laughter and memories. On   their way back home, they are intercepted by soldiers, who enquire about their whereabouts. They quickly string up these unlikely words (mostly based on the dishes served during the potluck dinner) and claim they are part of a reading club. They soon get registered and hold forced meetings with a German soldier presiding over them. But soon, they bond on literature, Charles Lamb becoming a favorite. 

Once the War is over, Dawsey reaches out to the author Juliet Ashton, who writes under the pen-name of Izzy Bickerstaff, as Juliet’s book on Lamb’s essays was the copy that the group lay their hands on. Juliet, who lost her parents in the war, now disguises as Izzy, a free-spirited rebel least affected by the war. Her books are popular and sell well. Yet, Juliet feels hollow inside. With Dawsey’s letter, she sees a new ray of hope and decides to make the journey to Guernsey and discover the goings-on of this unique society. The film unravels the story of two unlikely people falling in love despite their circumstances, all stitched beautifully by their mutual adoration for literature. So, if you’ve ever been moved by a lilting song, an evocative prose or a compelling poem, this film is the perfect fit for you. 

If you haven't watched this yet then do so, it's streaming exclusively on Netflix.

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There have been many films that have depicted the convivial Chawl culture of Mumbai. But there are few that have managed to capture the true spirit of those residing in those middle-income  housing societies in India’s most populous metropolis. It’s an uber neighbourly environment where everyone is embedded in the other’s life and keeping to oneself just isn’t an option. And that is just something Sai Paranjpye’s 1983 classic Katha captures so immaculately. This forgotten gem will appeal to a wide range of audiences – those that prefer romantic comedies, light-hearted dramas and even those who fancy a good ol’ story of deceit and fraud.  

Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Farooq Shaikh and Deepti Naval in the lead, Katha is inspired by S.G. Sathe’s play The Hare and the Tortoise but offers a contemporary retelling of that famous race between the two animals and hopes to examine whether the result of the contest would be the same in today’s ruthless world. 

The film introduces us to Rajaram P Joshi (played by Naseer), a clerk who resides in a Mumbai Chawl and fancies his neighbour Sandhya Sabnis (played by Deepti Naval). But this seems to be an unlikely match as Sandhya hopes to find a partner who’s more gregarious and Rajaram is essentially tongue-tied in her company to spell his heart. Enter Rajaram’s college friend, Bashu (played by Farooq Shaikh), a smooth operator who drops in to shack up with Rajaram. Bashu is everything that Rajaram isn’t and manages to charm everyone he meets. But when Bashu gets into a relationship with Sandhya, Rajaram’s boss’s wife and daughter without as much as committing to either, we know we’re headed for an explosion.  

The film was lauded for its colourful depiction of Mumbai’s bustling chawl life. But it also packs an unlikely love story that keeps us hopeful for a happy ending. Watch this one to be transported to simpler times when one could pull through life with modest means and it took very little to manage a happy and content existence.

If you haven't watched this gem of a movie yet, then do so streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Mubi.

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The series stars Kaitlyn Dever as Marie Adler, a young woman charged with lying about being raped. She soon finds herself ostracized by her friends and society after the systems in place designed to protect her become her worst nightmare. The narrative emphasizes how the authorities were callous and incentive in how they dealt with her allegations. It isn’t until the investigation is taken over by Toni Collette's Det. Grace Rasmussen and Merritt Wever's Det. Karen Duvall that Marie Adler feels hopeful that her reputation could be restored. 

The well-paced narrative and absorbing screenplay ensured that Unbelievable was one of the best-reviewed shows of 2019. Kaitlyn Dever’s performance was singled out from immense praise by the critics. 

The series is a commentary on how victims of sexual abuse are treated by society. It is inspired by a Pulitzer Prize-winning article by T. Christian Miller and Ken Armstrong titled An Unbelievable Story of Rape". 

If you haven't watched this crime series yet then do so it's streaming exclusively on Netflix.

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But today’s Lost and Found is a film that takes a more restrained yet definitive jab at the very idea of death. We’re talking about  Shubhashish Bhutiani’s 2017 dark comedy Mukti Bhawan. The film revolves around a 76-year-old called Dayanand (played with conviction by Lalit Behl), who has an epiphany and announces to his family that he’s lost his desire for life. Keeping with his prophetic realization, this septuagenarian checks into Mukti Bhawan, one of the many ‘death hotels’ in Varanasi — meant for those who want to breathe their last in the holy city. Hindus believe that those who die in Varanasi achieve moksha or salvation and thus many flocks to the holy city when they feel their end is near. 

Dayanand is also accompanied by his son, Rajiv (played masterfully by Adil Hussain), to the holy city. Rajiv finds himself in a peculiar situation. He struggles to grapple with the fact that his father has relinquished his desire for life and the inevitable loss to follow, but also that he’s suddenly become extremely fastidious. For instance, in a scene, we find the elderly gent dismissing an obituary in the newspaper for its poor choice of words, even claiming that he would write his own. Later, when he announces that he’d rather stick to a diet of fruits just like the sadhus, his son corrects him saying, “Phal pandit nahin, udyogpati khaate hain.” 

The bittersweet exchanges and the dark humour is what makes Mukti Bhawan tick and it’s surely worth the 99 minutes of its runtime. If you’re looking for belly laughs, look elsewhere. The humour here is subdued and dark. This one also makes for a moving tale about a son struggling to salvage his fragmented relationship with his father.

And it’s surely one that will compel you to re-evaluate your priorities and re-calibrate your approach to life. 

If you haven't watched this yet, then do so as it's streaming exclusively on Hotstar.

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Humble and hesitant, Banalata carves out a life of solitude within the walls of the house. Her life of ennui is suddenly upturned on the advent of a “shooting party” (a film crew who have hired a section of the house to shoot certain scenes). With a flurry of artists and technicians doing the rounds of her once-forgotten house, Banalata’s initial reticence gives way to enthusiastic participation. Filmmaker Deepankar (Chiranjeet Chakraborty) attracts her special attention. His maverick nature and never-say-die attitude work charmingly over Banalata, a woman completely inexperienced towards the affections of men.

Banalata’s unrequited romance with the ever-oscillating Deepankar lies at the crux of the film. The viewers are left guessing till the climax whether Banalata’s wish-fulfillment will ever reach fruition. Kher’s National Award win is a testament to Ghosh’s sensitivity while depicting someone, whose intricate character layers lie forgotten amidst the hustle-bustle of daily, quotidian life.

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so exclusively on YouTube

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The title of the film may paint a mental image of two squabbling women, possibly taking off their earrings and accessories before going for the kill. Or perhaps, resorting to more subtle yet deceptive measures to trounce the other, while twirling their locks with their index finger. And we have pop culture to thank for this stereotypical depiction of female spats that have hardly gone beyond hair pulling and bitter insults. Take Feud  for instance, Ryan Murphy’s campy miniseries about the famous rivalry between Hollywood actresses Joan Crawford and Bette Davis which largely underlines the acerbic exchanges between the screen legends.

But Catfight packs a lot more grit, intensity, and graphic violence. The film revolves around two estranged college friends, Veronica (played by Sandra Oh) and Ashley (played by Anne Heche). When the two cross paths at a party, their deep-seated contempt for each other surfaces instantly. Veronica is a wine-sucking housewife who's a victim of excess privilege, while Ashley is a self-centred artist who’s struggling in her career. Things escalate rapidly when the two acid-tongued ladies share their views on the other and we’re led to the film’s first catfight. This is a bone-crushing, skull-smashing, body-dragging affair with no holds barred. The result is just as life-altering, and one of them actually slips into a coma. But when she does emerge from her prolonged state of unconsciousness, it’s time for round two. 

Catfight upends the conventional idea of a movie with two female leads. Companionship and sisterhood are swapped with seething rage and sweet revenge. Where this film takes the whole premise may seem a bit of  a stretch but it’s rather commendable for building a construct that delivers such a relentless story of hate. 

If you somehow missed watching this flick  then do so, it's streaming exclusively on Netflix.

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Today’s Lost and Found is Vexed, the 2010 British crime comedy series about the bizarre adventures of DI Jack Armstrong and the comically volatile relations he shares with his partners, DI Kate and in the second season with DI Georgina. Starring Toby Stephans in the lead, this is a show about an obnoxious police detective who can’t be bothered to keep his arrogant, and sometimes offensive, thoughts to himself. From his partners on investigations to possible suspects, everyone must suffer his peculiar manner or lack thereof. 

Those who’ve not taken a fancy to this show have, in fact, pinned the blame on Stephans whose DI Armstrong is carved as unnecessarily atrocious and excessively intrusive, at least by British standards. But if you’re willing to accept this flawed cop, the hilarious banter that he shares with his partner detectives and inspectors makes it worth your screen time. Sure, there are plot points featuring a murder or three, various unexplained crimes and missing person tracks that lead us to some shocking revelations. But if you’re adding this to your watch list, be assured, it’s less for the taut suspense and more for the light banter, and sub-plots about DI Armstrong’s numerous misadventures.

You can watch Vexed on Netflix

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The show’s about the eponymous grumpy and uptight doctor who finds himself in a pickle when he decides to move to rural Cornwall to set up practice. Headlined by Martin Clunes, the show works for its disarmingly matter-of-fact style of comedy which is rarely seen on TV anymore. 

The 2004 show hardly made a splash on TV and some even found it to be rather uneventful. One may agree that there’s very little that happens in Portwenn and what does transpire may seem too trivial to make the audience sit up and take notice. But it’s the bumbling exchanges between the idiosyncratic characters that make up for the show’s sluggish pace.

 The muted humour largely centres around Doc Martin’s inability to keep up with Portwenn’s locals – a gossipy bunch with little refrain who can’t be bothered to maintain the British reserve. Needless to say, each episode follows the hapless doctor as he goes beyond his call of duty to assist a Portwenn local negotiate a peculiar challenge. So, if you’re in the mood for a show that helps you unwind and furnishes a comforting mood with some light comedy tossed in, add Doc Martin to your watchlist right away. 

Doc Martin can be streamed on Netflix.

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This one packs three connected stories that allude to the fears, regrets, dreams and joys that make Mumbaikars from various walks tick. The first, starring Vinay Pathak, features a single-minded executive with a corporate firm being assigned a day off and handed ‘fun coupons’ to unwind. This regimented exercise to help employees break free is triggered by a study that pins the company’s slipping productivity on overworked staffers. 

The second and most compelling story of the three features a saas-bahu pair who find the time and opportunity to indulge in all that they desire when their mutual link slips into a coma. Headlined by the remarkable Amruta Subhash and the instinctive Uttara Baokar, this onscreen saas-bahu jodi tethers on dangerously dark humour, a rarity among over-the-top Hindi comedies.    

The third one’s a love story featuring Tannishtha Chatterjee, a daily wager whose life takes a turn when she receives an anonymous love letter. Ecstatic at the prospect of the unknown, her character romanticizes an idyllic life with this andekha anjaana, even while she’s engaged to be hitched soon. 

Bagging the Fedora Award at the Venice Film Festival in 2015, Island City is a dark and delightful triptych-of-sorts that’s synonymous with Mumbai. After all, it’s a city that doesn’t curb your dreams, allows you to choose your preferred path, pulls you up and sends you reeling and yet, keeps you hopeful for a tomorrow that will make it all worth your while.  

You can watch Island City on Disney+Hotstar, Airtel Xstream and EpicOn

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The film revolves around a nine-year-old Biniya, played by Shreya Sharma, who finds a blue Japanese umbrella and immediately becomes the apple of Banikhet's eye. Biniya has but one enemy, the old and cantankerous shopkeeper Khatr, played to absolute perfection by Pankaj Kapur. He tries bribing, threatening and scaring Biniya to acquire this umbrella. 

Biniya’s sleuth-like quest for the umbrella after it suddenly goes missing one day makes the otherwise languorous narrative taut. Indeed, the pace of the film is indulgent. But once you submit to Vishal Bhardwaj’s vision, it is difficult to tear away from the screen. Everything from the dreamy cinematography to the lilting soundscape works in tandem to make this film soar. The film also succeeds in not becoming a good versus bad morality tale, keeping the tone light and breezy. 

If you haven't been able to catch up with this flick, you can now do so streaming exclusively on Netflix.

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Starring Abhimanyu Dassani in his debut role, Radhika Madan and Gulshan Devaiah, Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota is a vivid, inventive film peppered with pop culture and comic book references. At the centre of this story is Abhimanyu’s Surya, who is born with a rare condition that makes him insensitive to pain. Bullied in school and helicopter-parented by his protective father, he finds unlikely allies in his grandfather, played with tenderness by Mahesh Manjrekar and Supri, essayed by a delightfully engaging Radhika Madan. 

It is an underdog story, and Vasan Bala makes his protagonist an immensely likeable dork. But the casting of Gulshan Devaiah as Surya’s idol Karate Mani and his evil twin brother Jimmy, the psychotic villain of the story, was genius. The actor imbued both the roles with wickedness and spunk. In this absurdist, non-conformist superhero story, the action is also comic book-inspired. So punches and kicks land in slow motion, and blood sputters appear perfectly choreographed. This is a whimsical, fantastical world with characters equally outlandish. But unlike what the film’s cheeky title suggests, the film isn’t quite about machismo. 

If you trust the vision of the director, you’re in for a cinematic delight. 

And if you haven't watched this hidden gem yet, it's streaming on Netflix, Google Play and iTunes

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Much like some superheroes, the one in this film is an underdog too. The film introduces us to a trio of online activists who rely on their YouTube channel to broadcast scam busts and crimes that slip through the eyes of the law. But when two from this team hang up their boots and resign to corporate jobs, the third keeps at it. Until, he chances upon a major scam involving a nexus between politicians, government officials and an enterprising construction tycoon. Needless to say, getting access to dirt on people in power has dire repercussions. Now, it’s up to the least inclined and unlikely hero in the group to keep the legacy going by turning vigilante to make the bad guys eat dust. 

Headlined by Harshvardhan Kapoor, who delivers a promising turn, this film’s breakthrough performance actually comes from Priyanshu Painyuli who despite playing the title role is restricted to a compelling supporting part.

What sets Bhavesh Joshi Superhero apart from others in the genre is that the vigilante here is fallible and not entirely sure of his unique set of skills. But while his powers may fade in comparison to those in the MCU, his unbridled confidence and drive to seek justice for the undermined helps him pull through.   

If you haven't been able to watch this superhero flick yet then do so on eros now, Netflix and Disney + Hotstar

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Inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s 1967 classic Wait Until Dark, Hush spotlights the acute sense of insecurity and horror that was bolstered by the protagonist’s hearing impairment. John Gallagher Jr.’s compelling performance as the anonymous man ensures that the story never reaches a slump. But the final hat-tip ought to be reserved for Kate Siegel’s Maddie Young, who not only portrayed the vulnerabilities of an alone, a deaf woman facing the killer but also wore her rebellious streak with elan. 

Story aside, Hush was also a testament to James Kniest’s brilliant cinematography. His lens, with generous shots of hand-held camera sequences, provided the optimal sense of urgency and dread that this thriller needed. So watch this one for the winter night chills, but just be careful to peek through the window first! 

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Despite seeking emotional support from his patient wife Sheela (played by Manisha Koirala), Raja initially ignores her needs and desires. But then he’s encouraged through his own journey of self-realisation to acknowledge and accept Sheela’s idea of a family. Khela’s simple narrative style packs in themes such as companionship, loyalty and family, without being too overbearing or pedantic.

Avik Mukhopadhyay’s intuitive lens captures the luscious greens of North Bengal, almost rendering it as the third character within the narrative. Khela is a breezy watch that snuggles close to your heart and leaves you with a sweet aftertaste. 

If you haven't watched this yet, then do so streaming now on Zee5, Google Play and Jio.

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Today’s Lost and Found is the BAFTA-nominated mini-series A Confession. Starring Martin Freeman in the lead as Detective Superintendent Steve Fulcher, the show opens with a missing person report. A  22-year-old woman named Sian O’Callaghan didn’t return home after a night out. Turning over the CCTV footage of a certain pub confirms the time and place where she was last seen. But lack of additional information makes it difficult for the cops to stitch together a theory about her whereabouts.

This one’s a slow burn and particularly for those who appreciate shows that gradually reveal facts and hold their cards close for a bit too long. But in its telling, the show, inadvertently, also allows the viewer to turn detective and theorize over what could’ve actually happened and even filter potential suspects. Without revealing any spoilers, let’s just say this one manages to build sufficient tension and even while, at a point, it will be difficult to imagine how the parallel plots would be stitched together, hang in there and it will all be revealed in good time. 

A Confession can be streamed exclusively on Sony LIV.

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Set in ’80s Jamshedpur, the film introduces us to an average group of pre-teens running through the emotions synonymous with their age group. Negotiating jealousy, competitiveness and even fondness for a significant other which is based on nothing, in particular, are just some of the themes this film ventures into. It also carves some very reasonable and liberal onscreen parents played with considerable heft by Sachin Khedekar and Tanvi Azmi. In fact, one of the better lines in the film also happens to be on parenting. It goes, “Humein pata hona chahiye, ki patang mein kab dheel chodni hain aur kab kaatni.” This loosely translates as “[As parents], we must know when to crack down on our children and when to cut them loose.”

Bubble Gum also delves into the many innocent fears, pleasant realisations and silly delights that tickled us as children. It also presents how these fears sometimes trigger minors to consider desperate measures as it seems like the only way out. Aside from delivering as a comforting slice of life watch and a mood-lifter, Bubble Gum also offers some unique parenting pointers to chew on. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so on Eros Now , Google Play and Youtube.

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Ribbon apprises us of several present-day challenges in one’s personal and professional life.

For instance, opting for maternity leave is depicted as the easiest way to terminate one’s career or at least set it back by a few years. Then, the daunting idea of not being able to protect one’s child from society’s predators can make any parent feel like a failure. But the overarching message that we can get by as long as we have each other’s back is reassuring and offers some hope in the face of adversity. 

Before you add this one to your playlist, here’s a disclaimer: Ribbon may not be suitable for those who find subjects such as child abuse non-palatable or offensive, and viewer discretion is advised. 

This flick is currently streaming for you to watch on Eros Now, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Jio, Google Play.

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The film’s central plot revolves around an employee of a toilet paper firm who seems to be married to his job as he ends up spending endless hours at work. As it turns out, he does have a wife, even though their relationship is evident from their monosyllabic texts to each other. When he finds her in bed with a certain someone, he mulls over the possible ways of reacting to the revelation and finally decides that blackmailing her wife’s partner would deliver ultimate retribution. But this inadvertently triggers a chain of deceit and drama as various other lies come to light and every character is compelled to consider extreme measures. 

The late Khan laces his flawed yet believable character with every possible human emotion and carves him in a manner that one can easily relate to him. Deo, who has previously helmed films such as Delhi Belly and Game, is in complete control of the proceedings and the film has been written by Perveez Sheikh (who’s credited for the story and screenplay of Queen). If you’re up for some laughs and movies about cheating partners and multiple plot points catch your fancy, add Blackmail to your watchlist right away. 

You can catch it streaming on Amazon Prime Video

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The film stars Nawazzuddin Siddique as Rafiq, a polaroid photographer who makes a modest living, clicking tourists in Mumbai keen to get snapped with one of the city’s iconic monuments. When he chances upon Miloni, a young CA aspirant (played by Sanya Malhotra) at Gateway of India, he convinces her to get a polaroid shot. While she agrees, she leaves without paying or collecting her photograph. Now, Rafiq is left with her photograph, which triggers his imagination to consider several ‘what ifs’ and ‘why nots’. Where this one head seems almost secondary to Batra’s intuitive style of storytelling which has us rooting for the lead pair through this film, even when things don’t seem to go their way. 

Credited with moving, thought-provoking films such as The Lunchbox and Our Souls at Night, Batra has often managed to recreate people, circumstances and entanglements from a world we’re only too familiar with. And this is perhaps why his films seem so accessible and the characters often resemble someone you know or used to. Even the dialogue is minimal but packs a punch, leaving us hungry for more. Films like Photograph may not delve into life-altering situations but manage to elevate even mundane events to a point that everything seems just right and nothing hurts. 

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The film delves into how locals in rural areas in Punjab were targeted by both militants and the police who pulled them up for harbouring insurgents. Turning away from either wasn’t an option and becoming an ally or informer for either side could be just as disastrous. 

What sets Chauthi Koot apart from most, is its atmospheric cinematography by Satya Rai Nagpaul. To comprehensively furnish an ominous mood, we’re introduced to rolling fields, the sky takes on a gloomy hue, a group of Sikhs scurry by anxiously and an eerie background score only elevates the tension in every scene. In fact, even the silent scenes in this one can be just as unsettling.  

Chauthi Koot  was nominated for the prestigious Un Certain Regard at the Cannes Film Festival and won honours at the Mumbai Film Festival and the Singapore Film Festival. 

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For a film with a wafer-thin plot, this one pushes the boundaries of storytelling and keeps one on edge throughout its runtime. Trapped builds up like one of those Final Destination movies where every scene leaves one more anxious about the next. There’s a power cut, the phone is out of battery, the water supply is terminated and the film’s protagonist gets locked in his own apartment in a highrise where he’s the only resident. And like it happens in these kinds of movies, the film’s hero eventually cracks and is compelled to consider desperate measures. For e.g: hungry, disoriented and out of food and water, all sorts of creepy crawlies that he can cobble together are on the menu. Creeped out already? This is just the tip of the iceberg.

Rao closely follows his character’s disintegration and ensures the audience is able to empathise with his unique circumstances. But this one’s a Motwane show all the way. From managing to sell the concept of this film to executing it as a compelling watch.

If you haven't watched this flick yet do so on Amazon Prime Video and Zee5

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Today’s Lost and Found is Waiting. The 2016 film starring Naseeruddin Shah and Kalki Koechlin, turns the concept of grieving over its head. Its muted narrative occasionally laced with dark humour delves into the idea that while humans can get acclimated to extreme degrees of pain, moving on entirely can be an excruciating affair. 

Waiting introduces us to 70-year-old Shiv Natraj (played by Shah) whose partner has been in a comatose state for months. Shiv has come to accept the inevitable over time and has become a regular at the hospital where his wife has been admitted. When he chances upon a young woman (played by Koechlin) whose husband is recently admitted to the same hospital following a horrific accident, he decides to hand-hold her through the various stages of sorrow. Torn and shattered following their individual setbacks, the two are inflicted with varying degrees of pain, and the journey to acceptance is long and complex. But how they choose to grapple with their suffering make this film worth a watch. 

Directed by Anu Menon, Waiting is set in Kochi and offers some stunning vistas of God’s own country. The veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has often admitted that he’s accepted some films only because they paid him handsomely. But going by his compelling performance here, it’s surely not one you can put a number on.  

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Ghosh peppered the narrative with frequent cliff-hangers and prompt murders, all along focusing on his female characters’ narrative arcs. Ghosh uses Nandita Das’ Mallika Sen, the journalist who investigates the mysterious goings-on, as his audience’s proxy, thus ensuring that viewers aren’t alienated through the runtime of the film.

Despite being a murder mystery, Shubho Mahurat spotlit the lives of its multiple women. While Ghosh uses Ranga pishi to enumerate the wonders of homemakers and their adept deduction skills, Padmini Chowdhury, played by Tagore, becomes his muse to an outer, glamorous world of showbiz. As the film progresses, these parallel narratives led by these opposing personalities gain momentum until the rousing climax, where they meet for the first time. 

Shubho Mahurat is a heady concoction of revenge, love, forgiveness and brittle relationships. So if you’re up for a gripping story that also tugs at your heartstrings, you should definitely watch this one. 

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so on Amazon Prime Video and Hoichoi

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Kaamyaab delves into the mundane life of a retired character actor Sudheer, played by Sanjay Mishra, who decides to return for a second innings when he learns that his filmography is one short of 500. Through Sudheer, we’re introduced and sensitized to the significant yet often ignored role that character actors are confined to. Often blending into the narrative like a backdrop, their presence, while pertinent, is largely peripheral to the proceedings. So even though they’re firmly embedded in films, they’re denied the stardom or heft assigned to film stars and must grapple with a life of anonymity despite featuring in hundreds of onscreen turns.      

From those doctors who appear on-screen only to state that the patient is beyond dava and at the mercy of dua to those henchmen who go flying across the screen once punched by the hero, character actors and junior artists are omnipresent in Indian films. Mehta’s film makes for a bittersweet watch and one is able to closely follow the protagonist’s state of mind and how he deals with his existential crisis. The film also stars Deepak Dobriyal, who plays a renowned casting agent, and features cameos by actual veteran character actors from Hindi films and TV shows such as Avtar Gill, Lilliput and Viju Khote.   

If you haven't watched this flick yet then do so on Netflix, Youtube, Google Play and iTunes.

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The movie premiered at the Cannes Film Festival where it bagged two awards and Kaushal’s performance also earned him an IIFA and a Screen Award for Best Male Debut, among other accolades. The movie sways between parallel stories that unfold in Varanasi before converging in the climax. 

The first narrative revolves around Devi, a computer teacher who’s apprehended by the police in a supposedly compromising position in a hotel room and how it alters her life and that of those close to her. 

The second delves into the budding love story of a polytechnic student belonging to a marginalised community who falls for someone from a different caste. Both these stories are equally heart-breaking and yet, there’s something that keeps you hopeful and engaged throughout the proceedings.

If you haven't watched this gem, you can stream it right away on Netflix, Jio and Disney + Hotstar.

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The film, also directed by Nag, sees him play a journalist. The film follows a corrupt politician who would go to any lengths to protect his son and his own reputation. His son Deepak runs over a few pedestrians while in an inebriated state. Only one man survives. The rest of the film plays out like a cat-and-mouse chase, with police and media in tow. 

Though there are no songs in the movie, music maestro Illayaraja was hired to score the background for a few scenes in the film.The sounds of retro car screeches, typewriting, camera shutters, the silence during accident scenes, the pink television noise all add up to lend the film its discomfiting environment. Although shot 35 years ago, this deep-rooted film is definitely worth revisiting for its relevance and depiction.

If you haven't watched this classic then do so on Jiocinema, Youtube and MX player.

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The film is part of the critically acclaimed animated universe created by Bruce Timm, popularly called the Timmverse. It was also the first Warner Bros DC animated film to get a theatrical release. It features an original story with a few plot lines taken from the Batman: Year One and Batman: Year Two graphic novels. It is set in two time periods. One is set in the early days of Bruce Wayne donning the cape and cowl as an inexperienced Batman, where he is engaged to marry Andrea Beaumont. The second timeline features Batman at the peak of his powers, investigating a new villain named Phantasm, years after Andrea broke off their engagement. 

The narrative is a psychological thriller in a noir-detective setting, which also explores Batman’s mental makeup after suffering several tragedies in his life. The film was lauded for its writing, animation style, music, and performances by its iconic voice cast, which featured Conroy as Batman and Mark Hamil as the Joker. Writer Paul Dini was also praised for how various themes such as trauma, revenge, and death were explored in the film.

While Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight is revered as the greatest comic book adaptation of all time, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is the most authentic take on Bruce Wayne/Batman. 

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Headlined by Manoj Bajpayee, who plays the wronged academic and Rajkummar Rao, who plays a journalist hopeful of getting to the bottom of the affair, Aligarh is a telling portrait of homophobia and a society that is blatantly intolerant of sexual minorities. 

The film also draws a compelling account of loneliness and how those who must fend for themselves get by with little help or support. But what really shines through in this film is Bajpayee’s ability to slip into his character with such immersion that you can weigh in on his thoughts and feelings in almost every single frame.  

Mehta’s immersive narrative and style of storytelling allow us a ringside view of the proceedings without manipulating how we process or accept this story. Aligarh is surely one of Mehta’s most compelling works, along with Citylight and Shahid. 

Some may feel that this film speaks for those who are routinely marginalised on account of their sexuality and makes a case for being more inclusive. But Aligarh also documents a man’s struggle to survive and be accepted for who he is, at a point when his right to have a private life has been violated. 

If you haven't watched this gem do so now on OTT. It is streaming now on Eros Now, Zee5, Aitel tv, Jio

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The film is narrated from the perspective of a child soldier from an unnamed African nation. His tragic journey from his village to joining a rebel militia group is captured with great attention to detail by director Cary Joji Fukunaga. Fukunaga is credited with directing the critically-acclaimed first season of True Detective and the latest James Bond film No Time To Die. Beasts of No Nation won several awards and was well received in various film festivals for its compelling narrative, visuals, screenplay, and performances. 

The film stars Abraham Attah as the young child soldier Agu, while British star Idris Elba plays the sadistic Commandant in the film. The film highlights the various atrocities and injustice thousands of children face in Africa on a daily basis, and how they are forced to join armed militia groups. The film also triggers a discussion about trauma, mental health, and how the rest of the world has turned a blind eye to these atrocities. There are certain themes from the movie which are similar to the ones in legendary video-game developer Hideo Kojima’s, critically-acclaimed Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain.

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The story is about a young couple, played by Nigam and Sheetal, who have their car stopped at night by a couple of con-men pretending to be policemen. The imposters, played by Chacko and Jaffer Idukki, demand that the couple do as they are told, and imply that they could be arrested for adultery if they refuse. 

The tense narrative revolves around the trauma the couple are subjected to, but also the fear and anxiety felt by Ann Sheetal’s character, Vasu. The engrossing screenplay will have you hooked through the film and the unexpected twist in the climax is surely worth sitting through this one. Ishq also explores ideas of how revenge and obsession could drive one to do unfathomable deeds. 

The film marks the directorial debut of Anuraj Manohar and Shine Tom Chacko as the sadistic antagonist pulls off one of  his career’s best performances. 

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The plot is set in the UK where state surveillance, policing, and harsher border control, akin to that of a police state resembling an Orwellian nightmare, are rampant. Clive Owen plays a former member of a resistance group tasked with transporting a miraculously pregnant woman across the border to a safe haven, somewhere out in the ocean to help save humanity. 

The film was praised for its treatment and depiction of themes such as the global immigration crisis. It also featured several one-shot sequences filmed in documentary style to add a sense of grounded realism to the narrative. 

Clive Owen is joined by a star-studded ensemble cast of Julianne Moore, Michael Caine, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Charlie Hunnam in what could be described as one of the most underrated films of the 21st century.

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Sir narrates the story of Ratna, a widowed domestic help who aspires to be a fashion designer and attends to domestic chores for Ashwin, an affluent NRI who’s struggling to get over a failed relationship.

Gera’s narrative avoids melodramatic tropes and allows the film’s story to progress organically.

The film’s pace can be a bit sluggish but the subtle turns in the story surely seem plausible. Sir is a pointed indictment of the inherent classism in Indian society. But Sir manages this without resorting to tropes. For instance, the economically disadvantaged are not stock characters donning gamchas and constantly whining about their difficult lives. In fact, the bond that Aswhin and Ratna share in the film seems natural and their unspoken equation is so fluid that their differences seem to fade away.

Why Sir resonates with many is the constant push and pull of fantasy and reality. In one moment, you imagine Ashwin and Ratna finding lifelong togetherness. And in the very next, you question if Ratna would be able to realize her aspirations and how that would influence her love life. Sir is rooted in reality, and yet, urges you to take a flight of fancy. 

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The film becomes increasingly dark and unsettling with every passing minute when the audience realises that none of the parties is particularly bothered about finding Kali. In fact, the film isn’t even about the kidnapping or uncovering the identity of the kidnapper. By the end, one is left wondering whether they would even want Kali to be found because the world she inhabits isn’t far removed from the one that she has been imprisoned in. While Ugly unfolds like a whodunnit, it is actually a whydunnit, or more accurately, no-wonder-they-dunnit. Ugly is not hopeful by any stretch of the imagination. But it is so gripping that it might make you incessantly grit your teeth or bite your fingernails. 

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Perhaps the most beautiful moment of the film is one where Stanley’s friends secretly share their food with him so that Khadoos does not find out. On one hand, while the Indian education system routinely fails these young minds, the unparalleled display of humanity and kindness reassures us that not everything is bleak in this world. 

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Faisal ensures the film doesn’t get too preachy but conveys the predicament of local school teachers who struggle to get by on paltry salaries. The film wins for its sharp wit and heartfelt sequences and for depicting the noble, selfless and relentless efforts that academics put in, often hoping for nothing in return.   

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The show received critical acclaim for its unique cinematography and engrossing screenplay. Even the actors were praised for their ability to bring these complex characters to life. 

Despite the show’s relative obscurity in the rest of the world, it is the most viewed police procedural ever to air on BBC in Britain. In fact, some of the dialogues from the series have become part of pop culture references - a vast majority of them being delivered by Ted Hastings, which is now popularly known as ‘Tedism’ across the interwebz. 

The AC-12 is interested in one thing, and one thing only, and that is, as Hastings would say, “nicking bent coppers”. 

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The film borrows from real events and also depicts the fate of those who are routinely profiled on account of their faith and wrongly accused of being involved in acts of terror. That many of them happen to belong to modest homes and don’t have the means to afford a counsel to defend themselves, makes them even more vulnerable to the system and this film elaborately depicts their predicament. 

Shahid is a heart-breaking and gut-wrenching watch but it’s also an unfiltered account of those who are routinely rounded up and accused of crimes they’ve not committed. 

If you haven't watched Shahid yet, it's streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Itunes, SonyLIV and youtube.

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Apart from being quirky comedy, Hunterrr is also a poignant commentary on the repressed Indian stance on carnal affairs. Through Ponkshe’s journey of self-realisation, Kulkarni hopes to deliver a complex story of love and lust that is intense and breezy in equal measure. Devaiah belts out a compelling performance and slips into his Ponkshe with much conviction. Playing a single-minded sex addict who preys on vulnerable women may cumulatively colour the character as a depraved individual. But Devaiah’s layered portrayal of Ponkshe ensures that one is also able to empathise with his character’s unique circumstances. Apte, prior to being dubbed the Netflix girl, delivers an uninhibited performance here and Sai Tamhankar, who also plays an important role, is suitably cast as the housewife with unfulfilled desires. 

This one may be a film about a man who can’t keep it in his pants but it’s also a hilarious take on the repressed society we live in.  

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The film delivers as a classic mystery and lulls the audience into a world where one is always uncertain about the events to follow. It helps significantly that cinematographer Sirsha Ray translates Sen-Sharma’s vision closely and intuitively, much like an artist’s impression. 

A Death in the Gunj has to be Massey’s most compelling performance. In the film, Massey slips into the protagonist Shuttu, who is also used as a vehicle to convey the flipside of being quietly repressed.

The film’s ending received divided opinions but for those who love a touch of fantasy and the atmosphere of an old school mystery, this one’s a must-watch. 

If you haven't wanted this flick yet, see it on Amazon Prime Video.

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In Aiyyaa, we get an insight into Meenakshi’s desires which she’s not afraid of admitting and this refreshing twist makes this film not only an interesting and entertaining watch but also an important one. But some couldn’t perhaps accept this alternative lens to a love story where a woman hopes to claim the man of her dreams. Consequently, the film went largely unnoticed, barring a few critics who hailed it as an audacious move. Mukherji completes Meenakshi with an eccentric-yet-adorable streak that was impossible to ignore. While Prithviraj’s role was largely peripheral to the central story, the actor seems to be aptly cast and Marathi actor Amey Wagh, who plays Meenakshi’s eccentric brother is a strong supporting hand too. 

The film, in all, packs a crazy ride and makes for a fun watch. You can catch Aiyyaa on numerous OTT platforms such as Netflix, Youtube, Jio, Google Play and iTunes.

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The film explores the trying journey of a short man (played by Yadav) who marries an attractive woman (played by Sengupta), who happens to be significantly taller and better looking than him. This surprisingly-nuanced story captures how the lead character, who’s riddled with inevitable insecurity, deals with the world around him. The story also follows how their relationship eventually crumbles simply based on how others perceive the unlikely pair. Mohit Chauhan fans are in for a treat as the singer-songwriter has lent his vocals to the soul-stirring acoustic number Guncha in this film. 

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