Sameeksha Dandriyal
IBNLive
Most Divergent Takes
- Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018)3.0 vs TRM 5.2-2.2
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)6.0 vs TRM 7.1-1.1
- Kapoor & Sons (2016)6.0 vs TRM 7.1-1.1
- The Finest Hours (2016)7.0 vs TRM 5.9+1.1
- Rangoon (2017)7.0 vs TRM 6.0+1.0
Lust Stories
2018 · IBNLive · Jun 2018
Go for Lust Stories as it explores the less charted plane of female desires and the acceptance of lust, from filmmakers of an industry which relies more on romance and love, in every form. Mind you, the film will make you question the intermingling realms of love and lust, maybe not in the most flattering way, but in an attention-grabbing way, for sure.
Bhavesh Joshi Superhero
2018 · IBNLive · Jun 2018
Overall, Motwane did try to bring a rather relatable and noble topic upfront without being too preachy. However, the execution couldn't convey the emotions of the writing completely and sloppy editing makes it a slow take-in rather than a thrilling vigilant watch.
Raazi
2018 · IBNLive · May 2018
Intense, emotional and unnerving at the same time, the sensitivity and emotional quotient of the characters- especially Alia's Sehmat makes Raazi a gripping watch that keeps your mind and heart on the edge, till the end.
Nanu Ki Jaanu
2018 · IBNLive · Apr 2018
Overall the film is uneven, half-baked disappointment, which completely wrecks the talent of Abhay, Patralekha and even Chadha. They all deserve better than this. We all deserve better than this.
October
2018 · IBNLive · Apr 2018
Varun Dhawan Proves His Worth In Shoojit Sircar's Poetic Lovestory...Once again it's the story and the flow of the narrative that wins your heart. There are long pauses and silences with shots of corridors, or ground, with no activity, and in this stillness, you find the rhythm of the story. Varun Dhawan justifies himself under Shoojit Sircar's supervision in October.
Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety
2018 · IBNLive · Feb 2018
Overall, the film is a great entertainer in the anti-women genre, but sadly for Ranjan, it is not a proper category yet and thus the film deserved to called a sexist, 'eye-roll' worthy ride which will leave you frustrated and angry by the end of it.
Black Panther
2018 · IBNLive · Feb 2018
The best part of this technologically advanced nation are the women. Fierce, bold, tech-savvy and decision-makers, the Wakandian women are the closest Marvel has ever come to portraying real-life females and that makes Black Panther a standout in a crowded Universe.
Darkest Hour
2018 · IBNLive · Jan 2018
Christopher Nolan beautifully presented the military side of Britain's most vulnerable rescue mission in Dunkirk, where the narrative became the lead, Joe Wright gives it all to Oldman in Darkest Hour. You live the mission alongside Churchill, getting into his skin and his fears and sympathising with him to a point that when the last frame ends, your heart fills with pride, only to realise the massacre the real man brought in your own country. Isn't this an example of brilliant and successful storytelling?
Paddington 2
2018 · IBNLive · Jan 2018
Paddington 2 might just be the film a brittle, bothered world needs right now. Full of warmth, compassion, and kindness, this well-mannered bear is an ideal reflection of an ideal world.
Insidious: The Last Key
2018 · IBNLive · Jan 2018
Alas! Another shot of a terrifying experience lost in the dark dungeons of repetitive Hollywood horror genre.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
2017 · IBNLive · Dec 2017
Engaging, advancing and thrilling, The Last Jedi doesn't disappoint on major levels and we can thank the makers for not messing it up and for being true to the force. As Master Yoda would've said, "Watch One May. Enjoy One Must."
Justice League
2017 · IBNLive · Nov 2017
Justice League is like a baked cheesy- potato dish, which has no nutrition but you can't resist its temptation. A decent follow-up to disastrous Batman vs Superman, the film still has hope to get better, only if they let Wonder Woman to lead and not any other way around. Watch it for all the five years of excitement and to see the team standing against the sunset- a scene that will definitely bring the cartoon series nostalgia back in some form. Oh and also for the 'promised hope', that is lying somewhere inside the series; we just need a Patty Jenkins to find it and execute in next one.
It
2017 · IBNLive · Sep 2017
IT appears to be a half-baked adaptation that had a lot of ground to cover effectively, and thus fell short on major aspects. The scares are less, the thrill is nil, just the strong characters and patent psychological 'monsters' keep this horror-thriller afloat.
Jagga Jasoos
2017 · IBNLive · Jul 2017
Entertaining, experimental and adventurous to the core, Jagga Jasoos is definitely a stepping stone towards a genre not yet explored by even the biggest of Bollywood filmmakers. A beautiful ode to Satyajit Ray, Feluda, Sherlock Holmes and Tintin at the same time indeed.
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
2017 · IBNLive · May 2017
The film ends with hope again, and looking at the current way the things with the franchise are proceeding, Disney needs to bring in plotline and decorate it with a better case of seaworthiness, in order to reach the same level it set in 2003 with Curse of The Black Pearl. A tad better than the last two outings, this instalment lies someplace in middle.
Rangoon
2017 · IBNLive · Feb 2017
Rangoon deserves a watch for its smart sub-plot, Kangana-Shahid's titillating chemistry and of course, Kangana Ranaut's vulnerability as a popular actress turned liberated lover Julia.
Running Shaadi
2017 · IBNLive · Feb 2017
Overall, despite few hiccups, the entire good vibe and vibrant nature of Running Shaadi makes it a worthy watch this weekend. Just go for this easy-breezy film and come out with a smile or a plan of elopement during a wedding.
Resident Evil: The Final Chapter
2017 · IBNLive · Feb 2017
It is time for everyone involved with the franchise to really, truly and absolutely call it a day and let Alice go. The final chapter offers a powerless punch to a dried out series, ironically, much to everybody's relief.
Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk
2016 · IBNLive · Nov 2016
This real telling of young Army officers will connect with your consciousness and not the perfect film critic inside you.
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
2016 · IBNLive · Oct 2016
The film is a must watch for every cricket lover because it aptly tells the tale of an extraordinary man. The struggles are real and so is Sushant's acting. There isn't any shocking revelation, just inspiration and determination of a born talent who along with right people by his side, became the legendary captain.
Freaky Ali
2016 · IBNLive · Sep 2016
The film is like a sixer on a golf field, irrelevant and unnecessary. Even Siddiqui's brave act can't save this one.
The Legend of Michael Mishra
2016 · IBNLive · Aug 2016
It's better to ignore this tedious disaster and invest money on a much better small budget watch. As for Warsi, we know he has the potential if only he chooses to showcase it in films with better narrative and storyline. Skip this one and keep your peace of mind intact.
Kapoor & Sons
2016 · IBNLive · Mar 2016
'Kapoor and Sons' is a film with soul that takes you back to your roots, reminding you how much you love your 'imperfect' family in the most perfect way. It reflects upon the changing times and yet holds the ground of family-love perfectly. It brings back the feeling you get while watching 'Kabhi Khush Kabhi Gham' sans over the top drama.
Zootopia
2016 · IBNLive · Mar 2016
'Zootopia' is a fun ride with with a relevant message and makes you leave the theater with serious questions running through mind. A perfect teaching for the young and the adults alike. Bravo! Disney studio, you did it again!
The Finest Hours
2016 · IBNLive · Feb 2016
Leaving the few stretched on ground moments, the entire film is a nature versus man thriller, where courage wins over all odds. Go for this one if you loved the 'The Perfect Storm', this one will take you back on that dreaded journey to the sea. As Miriam puts it in the film, "It's not the water that scares me but what lies beneath it."
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2
2015 · IBNLive · Nov 2015
Considered as perfect symbolism of dystopia, the final chapter of Hunger Games ends with hope, life and normalancy, something which is extraordinary in Panem. Full of action and edge of the seat thrill, there are moments that touch your heart as well. The heart wrenching 45 second talk between Katniss and Gale just before the climax kicks in, is one of those.
Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension
2015 · IBNLive · Nov 2015
'Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension' is rushed, repetitive film that has all the elements a horror film shouldn't. If being a fan of the franchise you were worried about the declining authenticity and horror quotient with each film, this one is going to disappoint you further. Definitely give it a skip.