KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (2024)

Exceptional CGI and Dazzling Action Elevate a Simplistic, Meandering Story — Ambar Chatterjee “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” attempts to start a brand-new storyline that builds on the legacy of the previous three films in the franchise but takes a whole new approach to the story and mythology. The events in the film…

GODZILLA MINUS ONE (2023)

Seamlessly Blending Historical Context, Monster Mayhem, And Gripping Human Drama, Godzilla Minus One Delivers an Unforgettable Cinematic Experience — Ambar Chatterjee I am a huge fan of monster films. However, I do not prefer my monsters to be the heroes of the film. A monster film works for me only when puny humans, with their…

THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE (2024)

A Half-Decent Entertainer, Saved by Comedy, Ritchson and Cavill — Ambar Chatterjee The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” is based on the book “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler’s Downfall, Giving Birth to Modern-Day Black Ops” by Damien Lewis. The book recounts Churchill’s clandestine group of cutthroat special operations soldiers who adhered…

FALLOUT (2024)

“Fallout” delivers a captivating fusion of exceptional storytelling, mesmerizing performances, and intricate world-building, enthralling viewers with its depth and replay value. — Ambar Chatterjee “Fallout” is an American post-apocalyptic drama television series based on the role-playing video game franchise created by Tim Cain and Leonard Boyarsky for Bethesda Game Studios. Amazon purchased the rights to…

LOVE LIES BLEEDING (2024)

Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian deliver electrifying performances in a daring, unconventional, and unabashedly bold entertainer — Ambar Chatterjee In “Love Lies Bleeding”, Kristen Stewart plays Lou, a lesbian gym owner who falls in love with a bisexual female bodybuilder, Jackie (Katy O’Brian), who was passing through her town on her way to a bodybuilding…

AADUJEEVITHAM -THE GOAT LIFE (2024)

Raw Emotions, Haunting Beauty, Heart-breaking Tragedy! “Aadujeevitham” is a Cinematic Achievement of Gargantuan Proportions — Ambar Chatterjee “Aadujeevitham – The Goat Life” is an adaptation of the 2008 best-selling Malayalam novel “Aadujeevitham” by Benyamin, which is based on the real-life story of Najeeb, a Malayali immigrant labourer, one among thousands of Indians who were forced…

GODZILLA X KONG : THE NEW EMPIRE (2024) – 3D

Gods And Kings Collide in This Epic Kaiju Mayhem That Is Characteristically Shallow Yet Undeniably Fun! — Ambar Chatterjee “Godzilla vs. Kong: The New Empire” is the fifth instalment in Legendary Pictures’ Monsterverse, following “Godzilla” (2014), “Kong: Skull Island” (2017), “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” (2019), and “Godzilla vs. Kong” (2021). “Godzilla” was criticized to…

DUNE: PART TWO (2024)

“Dune: Part Two” exemplifies the epitome of a sequel, surpassing all expectations and delivering an experience that encapsulates the essence of its predecessor — Ambar Chatterjee “Dune: Part Two” begins right after the events of its predecessor. Paul and Jessica find refuge with the Fremen and are struggling to adapt to their ways and the…

CAPTAIN MILLER (2024)

From Desolation to Valor: Dhanush’s poignant Metamorphosis in Matheswaran’s biggest film is intriguing and impactful — Ambar Chatterjee “Captain Miller” chronicles the journey of Analeesan, or Easa, during British colonial times as he transforms from being a simple villager to a dreaded outlaw and then a revered revolutionary. His journey starts when he falls head…

HANU MAN (2024)

A Mixed Bag of Goosebump Moments and Commercial Clichés — Ambar Chatterjee Hanumanthu is a kind-hearted pickpocket in the fictional village of Anjanadri. Raised by his elder sister in the absence of their parents, he is deeply in love with Meenakshi, a town-educated doctor who despises him for being a thief. Hanumanthu’s life takes an…

REBEL MOON : PART ONE – A CHILD OF FIRE (2023)

Sofia Boutella Shines in a Dim Sky: A Lackluster Odyssey Through Familiar Terrain — Ambar Chatterjee “Rebel Moon” draws inspiration from “The Seven Samurai” (Akira Kurosawa), the “Star Wars” films, and Heavy Metal magazines. Zack Snyder developed the story and treatment with the Star Wars universe in mind, pitching it as an “adult” Star Wars…

NAPOLEON (2023)

“Ridley Scott’s Jodha-Akbar-ization of Napoleon is tedious, cringeworthy and uninspiring” — Ambar Chatterjee I was absolutely pumped for this film. Napoleon! Ridley Scott! Joaquin Phoenix! What is there not to be excited about? I was jumping up and down in my seat, celebrating the fact that a film about one of my favourite generals was…