Karnan Review: Dhanush Stars In Action Film That Is More Than Just Fists And Lung Power
Saibal Chatterjee | Friday April 09, 2021Karnan Review: Dhanush plunges headlong into the role of a hot-headed young man at odds with the world and surfaces with a sterling performance that ebbs and peaks with the rhythms of the narrative.
The Big Bull Review: Abhishek Bachchan-Led Cast Struggles In Baffling Blob Of A Movie
Saibal Chatterjee | Thursday April 08, 2021The Big Bull Review: It is pointless to blame the actors for failing to make amends for what The Big Bull lacks. The film's problems are rooted in the screenplay, stilted dialogues and arbitrary character arcs.
Sound Of Metal Review: Riz Ahmed Is Brilliant In Captivating Character Study
Saibal Chatterjee | Thursday April 08, 2021Sound Of Metal Review: The conviction with which Riz Ahmed plays the drums and uses American Sign Language belies the fact that he had to learn both in order to play the role.
Joji Review: Fahadh Faasil Dazzles In Accomplished Shakespeare Spinoff
Saibal Chatterjee | Wednesday April 07, 2021Joji Review: The sinewy structure bestows on Dileesh Pothan's Malayalam film a degree of finesse that enhances its exploration of the banality of greed and self-serving violence.
Nomadland Review: This Film, Starring Frances McDormand, Is At Once Searing And Sobering
Saibal Chatterjee | Saturday April 03, 2021Nomadland Review: The film journeys into the world of modern-day nomads, human detritus of a lopsided economy, to craft a trenchant but understated takedown of the American dream.
Pagglait Review: Sanya Malhotra Takes To The Role Of A Young Widow Like A Fish To Water
Saibal Chatterjee | Friday March 26, 2021Pagglait Review: Ashutosh Rana is brilliantly subtle with his voice modulations. The phenomenally malleable Sheeba Chaddha sails through a gamut of emotions.
The Illegal Review: This Little Gem, Starring Suraj Sharma, Is Utterly Delectable
Saibal Chatterjee | Tuesday March 23, 2021The Illegal Review: Suraj Sharma slips effortlessly into the skin of Hassan Ahmed. More than words, he lets his face and eyes do the talking.
Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar Review: Parineeti Chopra, Arjun Kapoor's Film Is Of Unique Spirit
Saibal Chatterjee | Saturday March 20, 2021Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar Review: Parineeti Chopra has her nose slightly ahead in the race because her character is allowed a wider emotional range. Arjun Kapoor makes a convincing drifter whose path is never straight and narrow.
Mumbai Saga Review: John Abraham, Emraan Hashmi's Blood-Spattered Tale Could Have Used A Rescue Act
Saibal Chatterjee | Friday March 19, 2021Mumbai Saga Review: John Abraham goes through the motions with stony resolve. It is Emraan Hashmi who injects some degree of animation into the film.
Justice League Snyder Cut Review: Part Pulsating, Part Plodding
Saibal Chatterjee | Thursday March 18, 2021Justice League Review: Snyder Cut has a no-holds-barred narrative peppered with elaborate action sequences, detailed back stories, high drama and a whole lot of philosophy about love, healing and starting over.
Mera Fauji Calling Review: Film On Family Of Fallen Soldier Is Well-Meaning But Middling
Saibal Chatterjee | Thursday March 11, 2021Mera Fauji Calling Review: Despite competent performances from Sharman Joshi, Bidita Bag, Zarina Wahab and Mahi Soni, the film never gets within striking distance of above average.
Roohi Review: Best To Lay The Ghost Of Janhvi Kapoor's Horror-Comedy To Rest
Saibal Chatterjee | Thursday March 11, 2021Roohi Review: Rajkummar Rao is funny in parts but as the absurdist plot careens out of control, he looks as lost as the feckless character he is on the screen.
Bombay Begums Review: Netflix Series Rides On Top-Notch Performances, Not Least By Pooja Bhatt
Saibal Chatterjee | Monday March 08, 2021Bombay Begums Review: Amruta Subhash, splendidly uninhibited, is a consummate scene-stealer. Shahana Goswami tackles a complex role with striking acuity, conveying gentility and assertiveness with equal flair.
Coming To America 2 Review: Yesterday Once More With Eddie Murphy And Arsenio Hall
Saibal Chatterjee | Friday March 05, 2021Coming To America 2 Review: Remake has the comforting feel of an old familiar fleece blanket that has frayed at the edges but nonetheless retains the power to generate warmth.
Capturing Cricket: Steve Waugh In India Review - The Documentary Is A Captivating Portrait Of A Nation's Passion For Cricket
Saibal Chatterjee | Saturday February 27, 2021Capturing Cricket: Steve Waugh In India Review - The film tangentially reminds us that we, as a cricketing nation, should continue to seek inspiration in the chaotic streets, the overcrowded maidans and the grubby neighbourhoods. Those are the places where the game is best nurtured.
