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Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood (2019)
An Instant Classic
Quentin Tarantino is back with his 9th film with an ensemble cast of Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Emile Hirsch, Margaret Qually, Timonthy Olyphant, Austin Butler, Dakota Fanning, Bruce Dern, and Al Pacino
They all bring live to their characters especially DiCaprio and Pitt at their best and you would feel nostalgic for the '60s after watching this movie
Tarantino of course brings his classic elements into this movie and it's like him telling a story
This is definitely a masterpiece and a must watch!
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood deserves an Oscar!
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
No Words for This
This is the superhero movie we have been waiting for
This is Part 2 of Infinity War and it just keeps getting better
Not only this movie will be one of the best superhero movies but one of the greatest movies ever
I don't have anything else to say about this amazing movie
This is a must watch and prepare to be awed by the ending
The Grand Tour (2016)
The Best Show Ever!
If you miss Jeremy Clarkson, James May, and Richard Hammond from Top Gear, fear not because they are back in The Grand Tour
This is honestly the best show on Amazon Prime definitely a bang for your buck
The best thing about this show is that the chemistry is still here with the trio and it just keeps getting better and better
This is definitely the show for petrolheads like me and there is an abundance of cars indeed
Seasons 1 and 2 were off to a good start but then Season 3 brought even more action and it doesn't end there
This is definitely a good show to watch with your family as they bring a lot of humor
So what are you waiting for?
Rev up your engines!
Oh wait that's not how it goes
You definitely need to watch this show this is a must watch!
Face/Off (1997)
An amazing action movie
Action movies are usually movies that are just about action. But this is just on a whole other level. This is Face/Off, one of the best action movies ever made. The concept is still fresh to this day and something that is out of this world. It is about how the hero and villain switch places as they switch their faces and that is just mind-blowing.
John Travolta and Nicholas Cage are like the best on-screen duo ever. This is like their best performance as they swap places as the good guy and bad guy. They did an amazing job in executing this concept. Joan Allen, Gina Gershon, Dominique Swain, Alessandro Nivola, Robert Wisdom, C.C.H. Pounder, and the whole cast is put together very well. The plot is really good which is why Face/Off is one of the best action movies ever made. The music is just amazing as it is something that is both modern and classical. John Powell's music is just so cool.
John Woo knows how to make a good action movie. The cinematography is just on point. His direction is done with grace and style. He really did a great job in putting this concept into action. Face/Off is what you call a modern classic as this is regarded as the benchmark of action movies. John Travolta fans and Nicholas Cage fans will definitely enjoy this movie as well as action loves. This is a must watch!
24 (2016)
A Future Classic
24 is a ground breaking movie in Tamil cinema
This is something new and different
This is going to be one of the best sci-fi movies in India
Suriya is at his best in this movie. He does an amazing job in doing triple role as a father, villain, and hero. Samantha Akkinei is of course beautiful and does justice to her role as the hero's lover. You will love her expressions. Nithya Menon does a great job in being the hero's biological mother. Ajay of course makes his presence memorable as the villain's companion. And of course we have the evergreen actors, Saranya Ponvannan as the mother of the hero and Girish Karnad as Sathya's grand father.
A. R. Rahman proves himself once again composing songs that people will remember for this generation and the next and he always tries something new
The BGM is just amazing suiting the movie very well and just ahead of its time
Vikram K. Kumar is going to be one of the best directors of India. Really he did an amazing job in directed a time travel movie and the screenplay is just on point. The cinematography just wows you throughout this whole movie.
24 is a must watch for not only Suriya fans but action and sci fi fans. This is recommended for movie lovers who love something different in India which is something for you. 24 is looking to be a future cult classic and a movie regarded as one of the best in India. Don't miss out because time flies!
Logan (2017)
A Farewell to Hugh Jackman
Before we talk about Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, let's revisit the X-Men series
While movies like Spider Man, Captain America, and Iron Man were very popular among fans, the X-Men were quite underrated
I remember when X-Men first came out in 2000 and it was something out of this world especially being the first comic-based movie then a sequel came called X2 and that was even better than the first
After that was X-Men: Last Stand which was good but could have been better
X-Men Origins: Wolverine was very mediocre but watchable
Then came X-Men: First Class which was the prequel of the events of the first three movies and it was pretty good a different style
The Wolverine is a movie focused on the character, Logan, which follows the events of the first three movies and that was the Wolverine movie we all wanted but it didn't stop there
X-Men Days of the Future Past again centered on Wolverine as he must travel back in time to save the X-Men that was an amazing concept that was perfectly executed
Then Deadpool came as the first R-rated movie for Marvel and the highest grossing R-rated film Ryan Reynolds is the highlight of this movie and he is pretty funny
And there was X-Men: Apocalypse which was an okay movie
Now we have Logan which is not only the best movie of the X-Men series but one of the best superhero movies ever made
Sadly this is where we say good bye to Hugh Jackman. There were many amazing characters in X-Men like Storm (Halle Berry), Cyclops (James Marsden), Magneto (Ian McKellen), Mystique (Rebecca Romijn), and Professor X (Patrick Stewart) which I enjoyed a lot but Wolverine is my favorite. Some of you guys may not realize this but he has been the main character for this series till now
Yes Logan is R-rated but that's thanks to Ryan Reynold's Deadpool which gives the Wolverine we always wanted
It is a lot of gory violence but this is very realistic depicting a world of mutants
Patrick Stewart reprises his role as Professor X and so does Stephen Merchant as Caliban unfortunately they are leaving as well
Boyd Hallbrook did justice to his character, Donald Pierce, as a ruthless mutant hunter along with Richard E. Grant as Dr. Rice
The supporting cast did an awesome job especially the mutant kids
Marco Beltrami's music really puts you to the edge of your seat as the suspense builds up
James Mangold really did a superb job in making an amazing superhero film like Wolverine
Now let's talk about Hugh Jackman's Wolverine. He is the best man for the job and now he has aged as Wolverine is now more than a couple centuries old
He is getting weaker but he has to save his kind from a powerful enemy
Hugh Jackman is going to be retiring from X-Men as now he is having health issues due to his age which is very sad
Hugh Jackman will always be my favorite Wolverine and one of my favorite superheros
He is indeed the man for the job and the best Wolverine
Now we have to say good bye to Logan as now after this movie there is going to be a major change in the X-Men Universe
Yes Deadpool 2 is coming soon but think about the X-Men without Logan
No one could have done Logan like how Hugh Jackman did and now it is sad to see him go
I will warn you that you might become emotional throughout this movie
I am going to miss Hugh Jackman and of course Logan is going to be a future classic
A future cult classic
Now we have to say good bye to Logan and I wish the best to Hugh Jackman
The Dark Knight (2008)
This is not just a Superhero movie... this is a Masterpiece
This is the movie we will all remember as one of the best movies ever made
One of the greatest films ever made and the fact that no one knew a superhero movie would be this good
This is Christopher Nolan's best movie
The Dark Knight is the best Batman movie till date
Christian Bale of course suits Bruce Wayne well and no one could have done Batman like him. Heath Ledger stole the show with Joker, a menacing villain with a humorous twist. He would be the best Joker ever (may his soul rest in peace). Gary Oldman of course gives Batman a hand as Commissioner James Gordon. Aaron Eckhart delivers an amazing performance as the White Knight. This movie wouldn't be complete without veterans Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine as they give a memorable presence in this film. I know some people have mixed opinions for Maggie Gyllenhaal as Rachel Dawes since Katie Holmes dropped out suddenly but she does justice to her role. The whole supporting cast did a wonderful job in keeping the story going.
Hans Zimmer of course is at his best when it comes to the Dark Knight. His score really brings you to the edge of your seat as suspense builds up. This is why he is one of the best musicians of all time.
This is movie we will all remember for generations and generations to come. This is the sequel we all been waiting for and of the best sequels ever made. This film will be hailed as one of the best superhero movies ever made especially the fact that all of the stunts are realistic not using CGI at all. We will look back at Dark Knight as a modern classic. This is why Christopher Nolan is one of the finest directors of all time. This is not only a must watch for superhero fans but movie fans as well.
Batman Begins is one of the best superhero movies ever made. Gives a strong start to an amazing trilogy. Dark Knight Rises is not as good as the second movie in the series but still is one of the greatest and gives a memorable conclusion to a trilogy. This is the best work of Christopher Nolan till date.
Peranbu (2018)
A Rare Masterpiece
This is the highlight of Tamil cinema. This is going to be one of India's best movies. Ram hits hard once again with this heart-warming movie called Peranbu (Compassion).
This is the journey of a father and his special needs daughter
No one could have done this other than the one and only Mammotty there is a reason why he is known as Megastar
Sadhana really gives an amazing performance as Amudhavan's special needs daughter and she needs a National Award for her acting
Yuvan Shankar Raja of course gave some lively songs that fits with the theme of this movie and the background music is just brilliant
I give props to the whole team behind this movie I mean this is a movie that we will all remember
This is a celebration of good movies
Peranbu is a rare masterpiece and I can see why it was featured in many film festivals around the world
This is a must watch for movie fans especially those who want to watch something different in Indian cinema
Aayitha Ezhuthu (2004)
A Modern Cult Classic
If you have to name one Mani Ratnam's best movies what would it be?
There is Mouna Ragam, Geethanjali, Agni Natchathiram, Nayakan, Anjali, Thalapathi, Roja, Bombay, Iruvar, Dil Se, Alai Payuthey, Kannathil Muthamittal, Guru, Raavanan, OK Kanmani, and Chekka Chivantha Vaanam. These are all one of India's best movies.
But what about Ayutha Ezhuthu? Who knew that Mani Ratnam created such a film? It is pretty underrated that not a lot of people talk about this movie nowadays even though this was a blockbuster hit at its time of release. This is something different and something new. Yes, this is inspired partly from Amores Perros but it is not a remake.
The narrative style is something that made this film quite unique especially showing how the lives of three people would be connected following an incident. Suriya showed his best performance in this movie. This will be one of his best performances till date. I really liked the way how his character Michael is inspired by a prominent youth named George Reddy. Madhavan did a great job portraying a thug who worked for a politician. Siddharth of course gave his youthful presence as a careless high school teen. Meera Jasmine did a good job in portraying Inbasker's estrangled wife. I never knew Esha Deol is in this movie and her Tamil is pretty good. Trisha Krishnan of course is really gorgeous and would be one of the best actresses of India. And of course, P. Bharathiraja just gave an memorable presence as a politician the main antagonist in this movie.
A.R. Rahman and Mani Ratnam just show that they are one of the best teams in the world. A.R. Rahman gives different genres of music of this new millennial and an awesome BGM that suits well to this movie. He just really masters EDM and you would really love the acoustics. This is going to be one of his best works of all time.
Ayutha Ezhuthu would be counted as Mani Ratnam's best movies. This just something different from the masala blockbusters and what you call a true action movie. This is definitely a modern cult classic that will be remembered for many generations. This is a must watch for anyone interested in Indian movies and action fans. Definitely going to watch this a bunch of times.
Sarvam Thaala Mayam (2018)
A Rare Musical
It has been a while since I have heard from Rajiv Menon after his Sense of Sensibility movie adaption, Kandukondain Kandukondain. That is a modern classic especially with ARR' s music.
Now we see them back again with another movie which is a musical called Sarvam Thaala Mayam. It is a comeback for Rajiv Menon after so long and this is a good movie. I know that some people might not like GV Prakash Kumar but he really showed his potential in Naachiyaar and he is perfect for this movie. He gives a youthful presence and makes it a memorable one. Aparna Balamurali and Dhivyadharshini are both very beautiful and did justice to their roles. Nedumudi Venu is just amazing and it is good to see Vineeth after a long time.
Of course Academy Award-winner A.R. Rahman is the backbone of this film especially for his songs and background music. He gives an awesome blend of carnatic and EDM music. He really brings the '90s back.
This might not be the best movie ever but this is a movie that will have a cult following. Rajiv Menon and A.R. Rahman really did a great job in making this film especially the whole. This is a must watch for not only GV fans and ARR fans but anyone who loves musicals and Indian movies. This is a movie for everyone even for your whole family. This is what you call a future classic.
Thadam (2019)
A Mind-blowing Thriller
Arun Vijay is on a roll especially with Thadaiyara Thaakka, Yennai Arindhaal, Kuttram 23, and Chekka Chivantha Vaanam.
Thadam is one of the best thrillers from Tamil cinema that will put you to the edge of the seat. Arun Vijay of course excells in his world class acting bringing action to the film. Tanya Hope is really beautiful and her emotions are nice. Vidhya does a great job as playing a cop trying to solve this mystery. Yogi Babu is his usual self as the hero's friend and he is quite funny.
Arun Raj music really goes with the theme of this movie. The songs are average but it is actually quite decent. The BGM, however, really excels with this thriller.
Magizh Thirumeni did a great job putting this amazing thriller to action and bringing the characters to life. This is a double role never done before. The one thing that blows your mind is that this movie is based on a true story. You have to watch this movie to find out what this story is about.
Thadam is one of the best movies of India of this decade. This is just a mind-blowing thriller that keeps you on the edge until the climax. This is a must watch for anyone interested in Indian cinema. Thadam is one of the highlights of Arun Vijay's career.
Bumblebee (2018)
A Transformers Movie that Finally Goes Back to its Roots
While at first having some mixed feelings about this solo film, I got a chance to watch this with my friends and it was much better than I expected. I didn't know that John Cena would be so good in this movie. He was quite funny. Hailee Steinfield really gives a great performance of an estranged teen trying to find herself. And the legendary, Peter Cullen, is of course at his best as Optimus Prime. Bumblebee is a really good family-entertainer. He shows emotion, humor, and courage. This is why Bumblebee is my favorite Transformer. The design for this movie is very top notch. Not hating on Michael Bay's Transformers series but this was honestly better. This is finally a good Transformers movie we have wanted for so long and this goes back to the roots of the original Transformers. This is definitely a future classic and a movie everyone will remember. I would definitely recommend this to a friend. Bumblebee is one of my favorite movies ever!
Captain Marvel (2019)
A Vintage Superhero Film
Guys I know that this film is anticipated and definitely lived up to its hype
This is going to be a future classic and a Marvel movie you would definitely remember
Brie Larson gives an amazing performance as Captain Marvel and never lets you down
Love to see Nick Fury back haven't seen Samuel Jackson in a while
Even though this movie had a few flaws, my family and I had a great time watching this movie and I would definitely recommend this to a friend
Now I can't wait for Endgame!
Padayappa (1999)
The Best Mass Movie of All Time
My friends this is one of the best movies in Tamil Cinema especially the best style of Rajnikanth sir. This is a celebration of the time when he first became superstar and a trend setter. I don't know what is up with the reviewers of this movie. Sure this movie is set in the village but this is the best movie that is based in the village as nowadays village movies are not that great anymore. The story is nice and the plot was good. Sure there were some illogical parts but come on its a superstar movie. Ramya Krishnan just stole the show I mean her performance was amazing and she was the one of the highlights of this film. Soundarya was good as well especially her shyness and innocence. Nassar is good and Manivannan was quite funny. Senthil as usual his comedy is good and keeps the movie going. Abbas had an amazing presence as Padyappa's son in law and one of the best actors of the '90s and '00s. The whole supporting cast performed well as they really helped the main cast. Of course I couldn't forget about the one and only Sivaji Ganesan who had a memorable presence in this film especially as the father of Padayappa. It was a rare occasion to see even more than one superstar in one movie. To see Sivaji Ganesan as superstar of one generation and Rajnikanth the superstar of the next generation. A.R. Rahman gave the best songs and BGM for Superstar Rajnikanth's movie. This is among his best works and among the best music for Rajni sir among Ilayaraja, MS Viswanathan, and Deva.
Sivaji Ganesan even to this day is one of the best actors of all time. May his soul rest in peace. Soundarya was one of the most sought after actresses during the '90s and '00s may her soul rest in peace. Manivannan may his soul rest in peace.
Padyappa is among one of Rajnikanth's best movies. This is style done gracefully and not only a treat for Rajnikanth fans but a treat for Indian movie fans. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.
Mom (2017)
A Very Poignant Film
I have been wanting to watch this movie when it was first announced with Sridevi and A.R. Rahman and I finally got to watch this movie and I have to say it is very good.
Let me tell about Sridevi. She is still beautiful and has her young looks. You can see how much she has changed from a schoolgirl to a mother. She really gives an outstanding performance of a mom wanted revenge for her daughter being raped. Sajal Ali, while she is stunning and steals the show, her performance as a young teenager is realistic and her emotions really match her expressions. Nawazuddin Siddiqui after seeing him in many great movies was what got me excited for this movie and I hardly noticed him. He stole the show as usual as a shady detective and he is quite interesting. I haven't seen Akshaye Khanna for a long time and his presence in this movie will be memorable. He does a great job playing a cold cop. And of course Adnan Siddiqui does a great job of portraying the father of his estranged daughter. The supporting cast does a really good job supporting the main cast therefore was what made this a very good movie. Ravi did a great job directing this movie and spreading the message.
Now A.R. Rahman he is the known to be the best music director in India for the new age. He won two Oscars for Slumdog Millionaire and he shows that in MOM. His music is quite different some people say it is unconventional but this is something that is has sounded so good after a very long time. Really ARR showed his best in this movie with the songs and BGM and that is why he won the National Award for his work. MOM will be among ARR's best works.
Now let's talk about this movie. I can understand that this is not everyone's cup of tea but it is definitely my cup of tea. This is a very realistic movie especially going on the issue of rape in India which is unfortunately the highest rate in the world. And this is not your average revenge thriller this is something that chills down your spine and puts you to the edge of your seat. This is a very poignant film that is different from other masala blockbusters in Bollywood. MOM is a movie that is meant to impact society. I would definitely recommend this a friend in fact to everyone I know. And this movie will be among Sridevi's best performances. May her soul rest in peace saying a farewell to her. MOM will be her top 5 best movies of all time. MOM is definitely a future classic for many decades.
Sarkar (2018)
Not Vijay's best but still a good movie
After hearing about Vijay and A.R. Murugadoss are collaborating for the third time, I was really excited to watch this movie, Sarkar. Sarkar is like a movie that brings about change to society and resolutions to many problems we face to this day. Also this is not a remake of the hindi movie in 2005, Sarkar, as the story and plot are way different. I really liked the way how Vijay's character, Sundar, is inspired by Google CEO, Sundar Pichai. Overall he brought an amazing performance as he is the one and only thalapathy. The story and plot is very good and realistic. Keethi Suresh was actually pretty good for this movie. She looks fabulous and she really brings her character to life. Yes I can see why people are not fond of her especially seeing her in bad movies but she is getting better and better. Sure I would have recommended Samantha Ruth Prabhu or Shriya Saran but Keerthi was very good in this movie. Varalaxmi, however, just stole the show. She had a very interesting character and she gets you to the edge of the seat to see what she is plotting for the next. All of their performances were amazing and held up very well. Yogi Babu's comedy is great as usual. Now A.R. Rahman
To be honest, I don't know why people are complaining about A.R.'s music
I enjoyed Top Tucker, OMG Ponnu, and Oru Viral Puratchi as they were all very good. Simtaangaran would eventually grow on you while CEO in the House was a bit too much. However the background score was just amazing as it is the backbone of this movie. A.R. Rahman even though not at his best still brought good music but I wish it was better.
Verdict: This is not Vijay's best movie but it is still one of the only good movies in Tamil Cinema and I would recommend this to a friend.
Petta (2019)
Petta more than meets the Eye
Before I write my review, the best Rajnikanth movies are Billa, Thillu Mullu, Thalapathi, Annamalai, Muthu, Baasha, Padayappa, Sivaji, Enthiran, and most recently, 2.0
Just watched Petta and I have to say this is already on of Rajni sir's best movies
The plot and storyline is very good especially for this modern vintage show
Anirudh just showed his best in both his songs and BGM (Marana Mass)
Trisha and Simran both looking gorgeous and very good acting
Vijay Sethupathi of course with his amazing acting
But Nawazuddin Siddiqui was the man who just stole the show I mean I didn't anticipate him to be in this movie and man his Tamil is so good
Two thumbs up for this movie and definitely would recommend this to a friend
Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018)
An awesome comeback for Mani Ratnam
Ever since this movie was announced, I got really excited to see this movie
I watched this movie with little expectations but it was just really good
I have to say this is a comeback for Mani Ratnam especially after Kadal and Kaatru Veliyidai I mean sure OK Kanmani was good but we wanted something more
The stellar cast of Arwind, STR, Arun Vijay, and Vijay Sethupathi have given an amazing performance. Aditi and Aishwarya Rajesh was beautiful but Jyothika had a more powerful character in this movie. I really liked how the story took place in many countries like Nepal, Serbia, United Arab Emirates, and India. Also ARR proves himself once again in songs and BGM (Bhoomi Bhoomi and Sevandhu Pochu Nenju) which he is the backbone of this movie.
This movie brings back the days of Nayakan, Thalapathi, and Ayutha Ezhuthu.
In conclusion, Chekka Chivantha Vaanam is one of India's best movies and a future classic. Definitely a good movie to watch more than a few times.
This movie is just amazing.