Babylon” isn’t a series on Hollywood as much as it is on the roaring ’20s and ’30s, where dreams and realities collide, bathed in the shining lights of Tinseltown. Created by Damien Chazelle and featuring stars such as Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie, this drama on ambition surely offers at least a view into the…
Imagine your perfect family getaway, the kind where you hope to leave behind the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with loved ones. That’s exactly what Amanda and Clay, along with their children Archie and Rose, set out to do in “Leave the World Behind.” Yet, what starts as a peaceful retreat quickly…
“The Substance” is a film that deep-dives into the complexities of human existence through the prism of a Hollywood star struggling with relentless pressures for beauty and age. Directed by Coralie Fargeat, known for the boldness of her storytelling, this movie embodies a journey that becomes a mix between horror and social norms introspection. A…
When one steps into the pages of “The Shining,” it is an introduction into a world where isolation, supernatural elements, and breakdown of the human mind have crossed into a very terrifying story that pushes the limits of fear and redemption. A Tale of Sin and Redemption Primarily, “The Shining” is the story of Jack…
Lee Tamahori infuses his “The Convert” with a cinematic spree across 1830s New Zealand, evidencing a tapestry of Māori tribal warfare against the backdrop of British settlement. It’s much more than an historical drama in terms of its insightful representation of faith, cultural clashes, and redemption. Plot and Themes Unveiled At the center of it…
Imagine a world where silence is not just golden but a question of life and death. “A Quiet Place Part II” places us right in the midst of survival with the Abbott family in a post-apocalyptic land ravaged by creatures hunting by sound. Directed by John Krasinski, this sequel has fleshed out an intense premise…
Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood isn’t just a movie; it’s a journey through the tumultuous late 1960s in Los Angeles, where Hollywood’s glamour and the harsh realities of fame collide. Directed by Quentin Tarantino, known for his bold storytelling, the film weaves together fiction and history against the backdrop of the Manson Family murders….
“Saltburn” captivates with its tale of Oliver Quick, a scholarship student navigating Oxford’s elite circles alongside Felix Catton, whose wealth and charm open doors to his family’s opulent estate. This series dives deep into themes of class divide, identity, and the moral complexities entwined with privilege. Themes of Wealth and Temptation The stark contrast between…